Be prepared any kind of weather. Bring a jacket, rain gear, sun hat, sunscreen, and soft-soled soles
Please be at the meeting location on time. If you are not, the guide may not be able to wait for you and you will not be eligible for a refund.
- Wildlife watching opportunities for elk, bear, moose and wolves
- Incredible photo opportunities at the Spray Lakes Reservoir, Kananaskis River and of Mt. Assiniboine
- Excellent visitor Centre at Peter Lougheed Provincial Park
- Highwood Pass, Canada's highest paved road
Right next to Banff National Park, sits provincially protected Kananaskis Country, a mountain area similar in size to Banff but wilder and less travelled. On this trip we leave early in the morning, and head south along a backcountry road into the Spray Valley wilderness, experiencing some off-the-beaten path and lesser known mountain locations. The mountain scenery of jagged peaks, lakes and glaciers provides a stunning backdrop to the wilder forests and streams found here. It‘s one of the best local areas for spotting moose, black and grizzly bears and other wildlife. The highlight of the day‘s tour is reaching the summit of Highwood Pass at 2,200m or walking along the shore of Upper Kananaskis Lake. Experience the crisp alpine air, rich views and opportunities to spot wildlife typically found only here.
NOTE: Tour route includes unsealed road sections which can vary in condition seasonally. Potential for dusty, uneven road conditions exists.
This tour includes only short walks of less than 30 minutes and with minimal elevation gain.
The best tour for exploring & experiencing backcountry nature in the Canadian Rockies!
DETAILS
Includes
Professional hiking and interpretive guide, transportation from Banff, lunch, use of binoculars & hiking poles.
Departures:
Available daily from June 1 to October 15, 2024.
Cancellation Policy
Your credit card will be charged the full amount upon purchase. We accept VISA and Mastercard only. You may cancel your booking at any time up to 48 hours prior to the trip by phoning or emailing your request to us (info@whitemountainadventures.com). You will receive a full refund less a $5 non-refundable booking fee per cancelled person. Cancellations less than 48 hours prior will be charged the full amount.
itinerary
Suggested Timing:
- 6:30 AM departure from Banff hotels
- 7:00 AM departure from Canmore hotels giving you the best opportunity for spotting wildlife and taking great photos.
- 7:30 AM Sightseeing touring in the Spray Valley. Your expert naturalist guide will describe your surroundings as we climb to 1,700 m/5,500 ft deep into Kananaskis Country
- 9:30 AM Stop at the renowned Kananaskis Visitor Centre in Peter Lougheed Provincial Park.
- 11:00 AM Short walk at Highwood Pass, Canada's highest paved road at 2,206 m (7,240 ft)
- 12:30 PM BBQ lunch at local picnic area (optional and available at addidtional cost)
- Return to Canmore by 2:30 pm and Banff by 3:00 pm