Canada · HIKING & TREKKING
Canadian seasons decide more than budget does. These 15 hiking & trekking tours come with their running months, their prices and the practical detail that changes the answer.
Walk across Alberta’s Athabasca Glacier with IceWalks, using provided gear and expert guidance on a three-hour small-group adventure.
“Great organization and guide. Company was very helpful with gear. Wonderful experience and highly recommend.”
Review of Toronto’s Algonquin canoeing and hiking day trip, with canoeing, waterfalls, wildlife, trail tips, costs, and practical advice.
“We started from Ripleys aquarium a little late, as guest were delayed at a previous pick-up location due to high traffic caused by an aweful accident. However, our guide Mike did all he could to get us out of the city into the national park. Unfortunately the AC stopped working at some point, so it got quite warm. The drive is long, but I think it's worth the time. We had a lunch at Canoe Lake (not included) and did a canoe tour. Then we went to another lake were we could enjoy the cool water. We went to the visitor center of alongquin park (very good exhibition) and had…”
Hike Mont-Tremblant National Park from Montreal with transport, park entry, trail choices, a picnic stop, and time for a summer swim.
“The driver/ guide was very nice, he explained interesting things and even took us to see a waterfall that we couldn’t see during the hike. The hike itself was great and had amazing views. Sometimes, the signs were not extremely clear but eventually we managed. I highly recommend it.”
Explore Jasper’s Maligne Valley on a six-hour wildlife tour with Medicine Lake, Maligne Lake hiking, mountain views, and expert guides.
“Ross is the best guide you can have for such a tour.”
Review of Quebec City's Jacques-Cartier National Park guided hike, with lunch, tastings, transport, trail advice, timing, and value tips.
“Good fun and great opportunity to get out of the city and into the wider area. Guide was fabulous and really added to the experience. After the tour and picnic there is time to go exploring further or canoeing.”
Review of Jasper’s six-hour Maligne Lake tour, with wildlife, geology, wildfire recovery, easy transport, hike details, value, and booking tips.
“Josh was a great tour guide and driver. The tour was well organised and Josh was knowledgeable. We learnt a lot about the animals and local environment. We saw 4 moose’s by the road. The tour was thoroughly enjoyable and definitely recommended if you’re visiting Jasper.”
Review of Banff’s guided hikes, with trail choices, lunch, pickup details, weather tips, guide quality, and value for the $153.71 price.
“Chloe was a great guide. Even though it rained a bit on us, the hike to the Plain of 6 Glaciers was awesome inspiring. The lunch was very hearty. Photo ops galore!”
Ride an e-bike from Banff to Johnston Canyon, hike to Lower Falls, and enjoy a small-group tour with a shuttle return.
“The ride was long but broken up into several stops for pictures and educational purposes. We chose to bike in the first group and then ride back on the bus after the bike/hike. Megs, our tour guide was awesome and so sweet and talkative! The e-bikes were easy to use and quite powerful. I think taking this tour was a great way to see a lot of territory in a short amount of time. We packed snacks but didn’t eat anything u til on the van riding back so don’t stress about bro going enough food/snacks.”
Review of Tread Lightly Glacier Hikes on Athabasca Glacier, with honest advice on price, gear, fitness, guides, logistics, and value.
“The only way to see the glacier! Forget about the big bus tours. So knowledgeable and safe and made it such an adventure for us. We were the only ones out there once we passed a certain point and left the crowds behind. It was magical and breathtaking”
Hike Quebec’s forest with friendly goats, visit a beaver dam, learn about wildlife, and enjoy a homemade picnic near Quebec City.
“This was fantastic! The scenery was beautiful and it was so fun hiking with all the goats. They definitely have the own personalities. Such a unique excursion! Great for any animal lovers. Definitely would recommend!! The picnic was wonderful, too!”
Review of Vancouver’s hike and bike day tour, with Lynn Canyon, Pitt Meadows, farm lunch, guide tips, pricing, and fitness advice.
“My three sisters and I had a fantastic excursion with Paul! He was knowledgeable, fun and was prepared with bandages when someone slipped on the bike. The biking and hiking routes were beautiful and we were allowed to go at our own pace. There were plenty of options for lunch, even for our picky eaters. We highly recommended that you do not miss this fun day with Into the Wild! What a lovely day!!”
Review of Banff’s guided signature hikes, with four scenic routes, picnic lunch, small groups, trail details, value, and practical tips.
“Had the best hike experience with Spencer and Rachel, both of them were knowledgeable, fun, and took great care of everyone. Definitely recommended this guided hike😚”
Review of Canmore Travel’s Moraine Lake and Lake Louise day tour, with hike, canoe, wildlife, timing, cost, and practical tips.
“Phenomenal views, phenomenal tour guide!! The views from big beehive at the top are a must see! Our tour guide Yannick was very informative!”
Review of the Jacques-Cartier National Park guided hike from Quebec City, including trails, food, free time, transport, costs, and practical tips.
“The viator web site does not correctly describe this tour and the viator rep i spoke with on the phone did not understsnd it either. The web says it is 4 hours but in reality it is over 8 hours from when you are picked up until you return. This can easily mess up a days plans. The area is beautiful with a lot to do which viator ssys nothing. After ghe walk you are on your own for 4 hours.”
Review of Vancouver’s Lynn Canyon rainforest hike, with waterfalls, old-growth forest, suspension bridges, small groups, and hotel pickup.
“Exhilarating hike through a beautiful forest featuring verdant scenery outside the city. You will get plenty of exercise, so be prepared for that and you’ll enjoy it a lot. We were lucky to have great weather as well. Highly recommend for active, outdoorsy people.”
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