Hike Banff’s Glacier Trails and Wild Mountain Passes
Trek glacier-fed trails and alpine routes through Banff, Jasper and Yoho with expert guides and scenic wild campgrounds
Camping
Hiking & Trekking
Rafting
from $2,050 USD
for 7 days
Highlights
Hike the remote Iceline Trail with views over Takakkaw Falls and the towering Emerald Glacier
Explore the Icefields Parkway and walk up to the toe of the Athabasca Glacier in Jasper National Park
Paddle down the Kicking Horse River with optional white-water rafting through glacial-fed rapids
Visit both Lake Louise and Moraine Lake when the light is best for photography and quiet reflection
Camp beneath alpine peaks with guided support and gourmet meals prepared each day at basecamp
Soak in historic hot springs in Banff after days spent trekking high above the valley floor
Cross into Yoho and Glacier National Parks for lesser-known trails and fewer fellow hikers
Spot waterfalls that evaporate before they land and share stories by the fire with like-minded explorers
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Overview
Trade glass towers for towering cliffs as you leave Calgary behind and roll west into a world sculpted by ice and time. This camping-based trek through the Canadian Rockies places you on the frontline of Banff, Jasper, Yoho and Glacier National Parks — not just to view them, but to live them. Daily hikes lead you through high mountain passes, alongside ancient icefields, and across meadows where the only crowds are wildflowers. Each evening ends at camp with a hearty meal and the crackle of firewood as the peaks darken into silhouette.
You’ll stand beneath waterfalls that vanish into mist before they hit the ground and picnic above the Columbia Icefield, where the scale of the land defies a camera lens. At Lake Louise and Moraine Lake, the water shifts from sapphire to turquoise in the morning sun — and you’ve got the time to notice. The quieter trails in Yoho offer a fresh take on the Rockies: fewer footsteps, more space to move at your own pace.
Across seven days, you’ll climb, float, and raft your way through some of Canada’s most dramatic terrain. But this tour isn’t about ticking boxes — it’s about pausing mid-trail to catch your breath, meeting fellow travellers around a campfire, and coming away with stories that no photo could fully tell.
What's included
Included
Transport throughout in 15-passenger van with trailer
Six nights camping accommodation based on double occupancy
Not included
Alcoholic beverages and personal drinks
Optional white-water rafting on the Kicking Horse River
Itinerary
DAY 1
DAY 2
DAY 3
About the location
The Canadian Rockies fall within a temperate alpine climate, with warm, dry summers that see average daytime highs around 25°C and cool nights dipping to 10–15°C. June through September is the most settled season, offering stable weather and long daylight hours ideal for outdoor exploration.
Culturally, the region reflects both Indigenous and European heritage. The name “Yoho” stems from the Cree language, while the towns of Banff and Jasper carry legacies of Swiss mountaineering influence and early 20th-century railway tourism. The parks are protected landscapes, with a deep conservation ethos visible in their interpretive centres and park policies.
Geographically, the area is defined by jagged mountain ranges, glacial valleys, and hanging icefields. Highlights include the Columbia Icefield, the Icefields Parkway, Takakkaw Falls, Moraine Lake and Peyto Lake — each showcasing a different geological feature carved by centuries of ice movement.
Local cuisine leans on hearty mountain fare: Alberta beef, smoked trout, berry preserves and artisanal bread. Farmers markets and local cafes offer plant-based and allergy-friendly options, keeping pace with diverse dietary needs while nodding to the region’s backcountry roots.