Montana Glacier National Park Multi-Adventure Tour

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.

Nicole Stratman

When Nicole was introduced to the world of guiding, she finally knew she had found her tribe. After spending time working in New Zealand and Australia, she returned home with a new world perspective and spent the next five years guiding internationally clients around North America. It brings her great joy to educate guests about geology, history and to find intriguing new spots along the journey. When she's not guiding, you can find her living on the road full-time with her fellow guide and partner, Jack, in their converted Dodge Promater, working with United By Blue national waterway cleanups, and skydiving with whoever cares to take the plunge.

Jack Warren

Growing up in Chicago, Jack wasn't originally exposed to the great outdoors, but after his first Outward Bound course - white water rafting the Salmon River, his life changed forever. For most of his adult life, Jack has worked to travel and further his understanding of this beautiful planet of ours. He has ventured to 50 countries and volunteered with aid organizations all over the world. For the past seven years, Jack has had the great fortune of showing people from all over the world this great country - our national parks and diverse cities. All told, he's driven 250,000 miles, crossed the country 30 times, and been to all 50 states on personal journeys and leading trips.

Brad Indy Holmes

Growing up in the Adirondack region of upstate New York, Indy was embedded with the love of the outdoors and desire for exploration. Now married for over 30 years with two adult children out doing their own thing for nearly 5 years, he decided to change life plans and travel the country to look, learn, explore, and enjoy life on a new level. And level up he did! Indy has been able to hike all over the US including tackling the Appalachian Trail, take on class 5 whitewater rapids, and throws in marathons when he's able to. So far, he's completed marathons in 30 different states. Even with all these adventures, his desire to explore and journey to new places is continuously growing. Adding guests to his ventures only heightens the travel experience where he can share in his knowledge and love of the outdoors.

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Embark on your first day in Glacier National Park with a short morning hike, soaking in the spectacular scenery before saddling up for a unique way to experience the park — on horseback. Ride through ancient red cedar and hemlock trees, near cascading water and through a tunnel. This afternoon, experience Glacier\'s wild and scenic border river with a whitewater rafting adventure on the Middle Fork of the Flathead River, featuring nine sets of Class II-III rapids. Along the way, learn about the neighboring Bob Marshall Wilderness complex, the flora and fauna of the area, and the river ecology.
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Accommodations

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Modern and historic three-star lodges with comfortable accommodations in five-star alpine settings.

Glacier Park Lodge

Comfortable Hotel

The historic Glacier Park Lodge, located in the southeast corner of Glacier National Park, was built by the Great Northern Railway. The expansive lobby features towering Douglas fir logs, a large stone fireplace, and plenty of relaxed seating. The accommodations are modest and authentic providing a true National Park Lodge experience. While there is no television or air conditioning at the property, complimentary Wi-Fi is available. The hotel features several on-property dining options including the Great Northern Dining Room which serves up classic entrees and robust dinner salads.

Many Glacier Hotel

Comfortable Hotel

Many Glacier Hotel is situated on the shores of Swiftcurrent Lake inside Glacier National Park. The historic hotel was built by the Great Northern Railway in 1914-15 and features a spectacular lakeside setting. All guest rooms at Many Glacier Hotel are rustic, yet comfortable. In keeping with the era in which the hotel was built, the rooms offer guests modest amenities and old-world style accommodations. There are no televisions or air conditioning. The hotel also offers several on-property dining options including the lakeside Ptarmigan Dining Room.

Grouse Mountain Lodge

Comfortable Hotel

Just eight miles from Whitefish Mountain Resort and one mile from downtown Whitefish, Grouse Mountain Lodge is a comfortable base camp. The hotel features comfortable rooms and suites. The hotel also offers a shuttle to downtown, pool, outdoor hot tub, sauna, 24-hour gym, complimentary WiFI, and the on-property Logan's Bar and Grill which serves up Montana casual cuisine.

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