Summer Tours & Hikes in Canmore & Banff
Small Groups, Big Connections: Explore the Rockies With a Local Guide
Experience the magic of the Bow Valley in summer. Our private and small-group Rocky Mountain tour packages include everything you need for a safe, meaningful, and unforgettable day in nature.
adventure levels
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Gentle Wander
Kid-friendly, relaxing pace
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Leisurely Path
Light elevation, great for beginners
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Moderate Journey
Some climbs, uneven terrain, a good challenge for most
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Challenging Trek
Longer distances, steeper grades
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Mountain Challenge
Demanding terrain for experienced hikers
choose your experience
choose our group hiking Experience or book a Customized experience with nature
Featured Trails
Among the Trees offers guided group hiking experiences throughout Alberta’s most stunning summer landscapes. These thoughtfully curated outings blend structure with spontaneity, giving you the freedom to simply arrive and enjoy the trail without worrying about the logistics. Perfect for solo explorers, couples, families or friends who want to discover new places with the ease and connection of a shared adventure. Expect warm sun, alpine meadows, turquoise lakes, and that unmistakable feeling of summertime freedom.
Custom Experiences
Want something completely your own? Our private summer adventures are fully customized around your goals, pace, and sense of exploration. Whether you’re dreaming of a sunrise summit, a relaxed lakeside wander, or a full-day trek into the high alpine, your guide will design a seamless, personalized itinerary that fits your interests and comfort level. Perfect for families, couples, or anyone who wants to explore the Rockies in a way that feels tailored, meaningful, and memorable.
A shared experience
Featured
Trails
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Lake Agnes (via Lake Louise)
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This popular trial climbs through subalpine forest high above turquoise Lake Louise. Along the way enjoy stunning views of the mountain streams and the Bow Valley. Relax at the tea house with a freshly baked treats in one of the most iconic mountain settings in the Canadian Rockies.
$525/Group -
Healy Pass Trail
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Healy Pass is a rewarding 5-8hour journey rising through quiet pine forest before opening into vast alpine meadows and wide-reaching mountain views. A true Canadian Rockies classic, best in July for wildflowers and late Fall for glowing golden larches.
$695/Group -
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Kananaskis Bound - Grotto Canyon
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Follow a water carved limestone creek bed into the heart of Grotto Canyon, where towering walls, ancient pictographs and fascinating geology tell a story centuries in the making. This unique Kananaskis adventure leads to a hidden waterfall and dramatic hoodoo formations.
$450/Group -
Hamilton Lake
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The journey begins through stunning forests, passing impressive Hamilton falls before a steady climb with switchbacks to the stunning alpine lake nestled within a dramatic hanging valley surrounded by towering peaks of Yoho National Park
$650/Group
make it your own
Custom Experiences
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Half-Day Private Adventures
Difficulty:
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Explore the Rockies' most scenic trails at your pace on a half-day snowshoe, ice walk, or hiking adventure led by a certified hiking guide. Let’s build something together!
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Full-Day Private Adventures
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Venture deeper into the Rockies’ winter landscapes on a guided snowshoe adventure, ice walk, or hike. Your certified hiking guide will craft the day around your pace and interests.
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Half-Day Family Adventure
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Perfect for families with kids ages 5–15, our custom, half-day family adventure is fun for all ages. The experience blends exploration, storytelling, and discovery in a hands-on, flexible format.
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Full-Day Family Adventure
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Designed for families with kids ages 5–15, our full-day option allows for more in-depth exploration and extra activities. Your certified guide will lead you on an adventure your family will never forget!
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Summer Forest Bathing
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Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, a type of evidence-based therapeutic relaxation, forest bathing is a natural way to de-stress, unplug and re-connect.
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Wildlife Talks "Nature Speaks"
Discover the fascinating wildlife of the Canadian Rockies through interactive presentations led by a certified guide. Combining storytelling, ecology, and real specimens, our Wildlife Talks can be customized for your group’s age, interests, or event theme.
$250-300/Group
a little extra
Signature Summer
Add-Ons
Additional curated snacks
Locally inspired picnic lunch
Keepsake nature journal full of reflective prompts
Family photo session with a local photographer
Custom tea blends and stickers
Transportation
We Get Straight to
the Good Stuff
Skip the long transfers! We meet right at the trailhead, so you can start breathing in mountain air from the moment you arrive. Your guide provides local snacks, expert interpretation (knowledge), and a thoughtfully paced adventure designed just for you.
Let’s Build Your Perfect Summer Day
From forest paths to mountain lookouts, we’ll craft a mindful adventure made just for you.