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            [HighlightText] => Visit four of Canada's world-renowned National Parks: Banff, Jasper, Yoho, and Kootenay
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            [HighlightText] => Raft the Kicking Horse River and hike to stunning glaciers
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Your Guides

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The best people to immerse you in a destination are the ones who live there, which is why we feature local Adventure Guides on our trips. Here are a few that you might meet on this adventure.

Sean B.

Sean was born in British Columbia but grew up in the UK. He enjoyed a career teaching politics and history, but the outdoors was always calling. He returned to Canada in 2008, and has since guided hiking, canoeing, and bear viewing adventures around Whistler and the Rockies. Sean has the following certifications: ACMG Assistant Hiking Guide, IGA Apprentice Hiking Guide, Wilderness First Responder, Flatwater Canoe and CSIA Level 1.

Etienne L.

Spending his childhood exploring outdoors in the French-speaking province of Quebec, Etienne followed his love of adventure to the Canadian Rockies and began his dream job, guiding outdoor trips, in 2016. He is a certified Professional Interpretive Guide, and proficient in wilderness first aid. His enthusiasm for the landscapes and stories of the region is infectious, and he looks forward to sharing this passion with you on every adventure.

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Accommodations

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One night in a comfortable hotel and four nights tent camping.

Banff Caribou Lodge

Comfortable Hotel

Located in Banff National Park, the Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa offers a mountain lodge hotel, a great steakhouse restaurant and a full service spa, all in one outstanding location. This ideal vacation spot is located on Banff Avenue, the main street in the town of Banff. Surrounded by mountains, there are plenty of activities to keep you busy. Rooms at the Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa offer mini fridges, flat screen tvs, in-room coffee and tea, wifi and of course mountain fresh air.

Lake Louise Campground

Adventure Camping

Rocky Mountain peaks, glacial lakes, and adventure come together in Banff National Park - Canada's first national park and the flagship of the nation's park system. Banff is part of the Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks UNESCO World Heritage Site. We set up our camp at 5,052' for the next four nights at the Lake Louise (5,052') campground along the beautiful Bow River. Everyone pitches in to set up our tents and help our guides in preparing a delicious campfire dinners.