10 Walking Tours in Alberta That You Shouldn't Miss

Our Ghost Canyoning Trip, located just north of Banff & Banff National Park is one of the most wild, spectacular, & secluded canyon trips you’ll experience anywhere. Just getting out to the ghost itself is an adventure. Combine this with a fantastically playful canyon and you get an experience second to none. An all day adventure that requires 4x4 access, this spectacular experience rewards visitors with remote Mountain vistas. The Canyon itself is a ton of fun and includes slides, rappels, and pool jumps! The straight forward nature of the rappels makes this a great trip even for beginners who are looking for a bit more, yet the phenomenal jumps, slides and surroundings, keep it interesting even for veteran canyoneers. An all around incredible full day experience.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Professional Rappelling instruction/clinic, Wet suits (including bottom, top, and neoprene socks), Helmet, Hareness, All necessary rappelling equipment, Snacks/Energy bars/ Bottled Water, Neoprene socks/booties, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities

Around the World is a family friendly immersive clue solving adventure for teams of 2 - 4 people, priced per team. Discover the popular sights, hidden gems and spots even the locals don’t know about in Canmore on an approx. 1.5 hour adventure. You and your team work together to solve a series of clues & puzzles delivered to an App on your phone. Each clue guides you around Canmore solving puzzles, with some interactions in local businesses and visiting many interesting spots around the town. You can start any time between 11am – 5pm any day. The puzzle of an escape room, the fun of a scavenger hunt, and the thrill of the amazing race. So! Much! Fun!

Inclusions: All Activities, Free App to play the game

Exclusions: Available to purchase along the route, Available to purchase along the route

Operation City Quest of Edmonton is a great way to see the city in a fun way! You'll use an app on your phone to submit photos of items you find around the city. For every photo you submit, you'll get points. You'll be able to see your score on the rankings after compared to all who have played across the country. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Edmonton

Inclusions: All Activities, GST (Goods and Services Tax), 2 hours with a remote interactive guide

Exclusions: Use of Activity-owned smartphone, Private transportation

Smuggler Blues is a clue solving scavenger adventure for teams of 2 - 4 people, priced per team. Discover the popular sights, hidden gems and spots even the locals don’t know about in Canmore on a 1-1.5 hour adventure. You and your team work together to solve a series of clues & puzzles delivered to an App on your phone. Each clue guides you around Canmore solving puzzles, and seeing many interesting spots around the town. You can start any time (Daylight hours suggested). The puzzle of an escape room, the fun of a scavenger hunt, and the thrill of the amazing race. So! Much! Fun!

Inclusions: Free APP to play the game on your phone

Exclusions: There are places to purchase along route, Lots of optional break points along the route

Explore Accessible Wilderness! Experience Canmore's wonderful trail system with our local guides. With over 20 years of experience our guides insure a safe and fun outdoor adventure. A truly authentic experience suitable for the whole family. Learn about local wildlife and enjoy undisturbed nature. Don't forget to bring your camera! This tour stops frequently to view wildlife.

Inclusions: Professional Guide

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With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

Inclusions: Local guide "Lokafyer" , Customized private walking tour

Exclusions: Entrance fees, Personal expenses, Tips and gratuities (optional), Food and drinks, Local transportation around the city (It’s a walking tour, car transportation isn’t included)

Nordic walking is an activity that has so many benefits for adults of all ages and abilities. It mimics the activity of Nordic skiing, but with out the skis. It "turbo charges" a simple walk, turning it into a full-body workout while being gentle on the knees, hips and lower back. The splendid scenery of the recreational trail system and paths in Canmore is the ideal place for this activity. Once the basics are learned, there is ample opportunity to learn about Canmore, take some photos and perhaps see some of the wildlife that share this mountain environment.

Inclusions: Urban Poles - Canada's leading provider of Nordic walking equipment.

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Join our local guides for an immersive historical walking tour of Canmore. Learn about the hardy pioneers, wild cowboys, and loyal miners who came together to create a community that just wouldn't quit! Time: 1.5 hour round trip Distance: 3-5km / 2-3mi Elevation: Mostly flat

Inclusions: Certified tour guide.

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Exploring the Rockies at night is a truly magical experience. The quiet sounds of nature, the amazing starlit skies! Nature like you have never seen it before! Head lamps supplied upon request.

Inclusions: Certified tour guide.

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Head out for an ice walk on Abraham Lake in search of the methane bubbles that have made the area famous. Your guide will take you to one of the best spots on the lake for ice bubbles and quirky ice formations. Where we go depends on the conditions but Preacher's Point, BATUS Camp, Belly of Abraham and Hoodoo Creek are some of our favourites for this tour. Ice cleats, a professional guide and our own made-from-scratch hot chocolate, marshmallows and graham crackers are all included. You will be meeting your guide at Abraham Lake for this tour.

Inclusions: Ice cleats / Microspikes, This tour includes our gourmet hot chocolate, marshmallows and graham crackers made in-house.

Exclusions: Lunch is not included on this tour. Please note that the nearest restaurant to Abraham Lake is 30 minutes away in Nordegg., Winter boots, Snow Pants and Jacket