Glacier with Jordo

TrovaTrip will provide one transfer from Calgary International Airport (YYC) between 1pm - 3pm. Please plan to arrive by 2pm. The exact transfer time within this window will be confirmed closer to your arrival, based on the flight information you provide. Travelers arriving outside of the recommended flight window can request a shuttle pick up from the hotel in advance and catch the shuttle at the arrivals level.

Dinner at a local restaurant is included. Your meal will typically be a 2 course meal with 1 beer or non-alcoholic beverage included, subject to change. While we’re happy to support many dietary needs, please be aware that vegan and gluten-free meals are more challenging for us to provide, and we cannot promise a meal preparation environment completely free of cross-contamination/all allergens. Specialized meals may involve additional costs or you may be required to bring/purchase your own foods to supplement meals. Please reach out to us if you have acute allergies/dietary needs.

Overnight in Calgary.

Breakfast at the hotel is included. Typical hotel breakfasts are continental, full/American, or buffet style. The exact breakfast offered will be determined by your finalized hotel. While we’re happy to support many dietary needs, please be aware that vegan and gluten-free meals are more challenging for us to provide, and we cannot promise a meal preparation environment completely free of cross-contamination/all allergens. Specialized meals may involve additional costs or you may be required to bring/purchase your own foods to supplement meals. Please reach out to us if you have acute allergies/dietary needs.

Depart Calgary and head south towards Waterton. Stop for bathrooms will be made along the way as needed.

Your first stop in Waterton Lakes National Park will be a short hike. Depending on where you start this loop trail, you’ll either hike through forest to Blakiston Falls and then back to Red Rock Canyon, or, vice versa. Red Rock Canyon will treat you with spectacular layered, red canyon walls, flowing water, and surrounding mountain views. Explore the canyon, dip your feet in the water and take in the surrounding beauty. Distance: 1.7 miles / Elevation Gain: 66 feet / Duration: 45 mins / Difficulty: Easy

Included picnic lunch. Picnic lunches usually consist of sandwiches or wraps, and a variety of sides like salads, dips with veggies, crackers, fruits, trail mix, granola bars, etc. While we’re happy to support many dietary needs, please be aware that vegan and gluten-free meals are more challenging for us to provide, and we cannot promise a meal preparation environment completely free of cross-contamination/all allergens. Specialized meals may involve additional costs or you may be required to bring/purchase your own foods to supplement meals. Please reach out to us if you have acute allergies/dietary needs.

Travel another 45 minutes to the trail head to begin your hike to Wall Lake. The initial half mile will gain elevation quickly, and then level out thereafter. You’ll cross a few creeks and bridges before another short incline and then you’ll hike through the forest before the trail opens up to the lake, surrounded by giant headwalls. This beautiful alpine lake has incredible towering headwalls. Then you’ll hike back out and transfer another 30 minutes to the campground. Distance: 7 miles / Elevation Gain: 400 feet / Duration: 3-4 hours / Difficulty: Moderately Challenging.

Included dinner at camp. Examples of dinners include but are not limited to tacos, pastas, gyros, curries, burgers, and stir fries as a main with a side salad and dessert included. Your camp menu will vary and be decided based on your guide's recipe repertoire! While we’re happy to support many dietary needs, please be aware that vegan and gluten-free meals are more challenging for us to provide, and we cannot promise a meal preparation environment completely free of cross-contamination/all allergens. Specialized meals may involve additional costs or you may be required to bring/purchase your own foods to supplement meals. Please reach out to us if you have acute allergies/dietary needs.

Overnight in Waterton.

Breakfast at camp is included. Typically breakfasts are served cold with the occasional hot breakfast served, time permitting. Common breakfasts include bagels, toast, yogurt, cereal, fruit, juice, and coffee/tea. While we’re happy to support many dietary needs, please be aware that vegan and gluten-free meals are more challenging for us to provide, and we cannot promise a meal preparation environment completely free of cross-contamination/all allergens. Specialized meals may involve additional costs or you may be required to bring/purchase your own foods to supplement meals. Please reach out to us if you have acute allergies/dietary needs.

From the campsite you will begin your hike in the trees on a gradual and steady incline. Along the way you’ll see sweeping vistas of Upper Waterton Lake as well as surrounding peaks to the East. You’ll also be able to see the International Boundary Line with views into Glacier National Park in Montana on the U.S. side. Your first stop will be at Lower Bertha Falls, a beautiful spot to stop to catch your breath. Then you’ll continue on a more challenging climb on switchbacks upward to Bertha Lake, however, the views are well worth it! Once arriving at the lake, you’ll have an amazing view of the surrounding peaks. If you’re brave enough, you can take a quick dip into the icy cold waters of the lake! Stop to have lunch before heading back out. Distance: 7 miles / Elevation Gain: 1,545 feet / Duration: 4-5 hours / Difficulty: Moderately-Difficult.

Included pack lunch on the hike. Pack lunches usually consist of sandwiches or wraps, and a variety of sides like salads, dips with veggies, crackers, fruits, trail mix, granola bars, etc. While we’re happy to support many dietary needs, please be aware that vegan and gluten-free meals are more challenging for us to provide, and we cannot promise a meal preparation environment completely free of cross-contamination/all allergens. Specialized meals may involve additional costs or you may be required to bring/purchase your own foods to supplement meals. Please reach out to us if you have acute allergies/dietary needs.

After your hike, you’ll transfer to the campground located on the U.S. side. In about a half hour you reach the U.S.- Canada border. Please make sure you have your passport and necessary documentation readily available for the border crossing. After crossing, you’ll drive another 30-45 minutes to reach your campground outside of Glacier National Park.

Included dinner at camp. Examples of dinners include but are not limited to tacos, pastas, gyros, curries, burgers, and stir fries as a main with a side salad and dessert included. Your camp menu will vary and be decided based on your guide's recipe repertoire! While we’re happy to support many dietary needs, please be aware that vegan and gluten-free meals are more challenging for us to provide, and we cannot promise a meal preparation environment completely free of cross-contamination/all allergens. Specialized meals may involve additional costs or you may be required to bring/purchase your own foods to supplement meals. Please reach out to us if you have acute allergies/dietary needs.

Overnight near St Mary.

Breakfast at camp is included. Typically breakfasts are served cold with the occasional hot breakfast served, time permitting. Common breakfasts include bagels, toast, yogurt, cereal, fruit, juice, and coffee/tea. While we’re happy to support many dietary needs, please be aware that vegan and gluten-free meals are more challenging for us to provide, and we cannot promise a meal preparation environment completely free of cross-contamination/all allergens. Specialized meals may involve additional costs or you may be required to bring/purchase your own foods to supplement meals. Please reach out to us if you have acute allergies/dietary needs.

From the campground you will transfer 40 minutes along the Going-to-the-Sun road into Glacier National Park. Along the way, you’ll pick up your Glacier National Park guide for the day. After reaching Logan Pass, you’ll stop and start your hike from here. The Highline Trail takes you along the garden wall and is one of the best day hikes and must-sees in Glacier National Park. Beginning in the alpine meadow the trial follows and hugs the rocky cliff. Wire handrails are installed for extra safety and stability for hikers. Because the trail sits above timberline allowing for expansive views on every part of the hike. After a few miles you’ll begin your climb up to Haystack Pass. Enjoy uninterrupted views of the valley, glaciers, McDonald Lake, and Heavens Peak. You’ll then turn back and hike back out before transferring back to the campground. Distance: 6.5 miles / Elevation Gain: 600 feet / Duration: 4 hours / Difficulty: Challenging

Included pack lunch on the hike. Pack lunches usually consist of sandwiches or wraps, and a variety of sides like salads, dips with veggies, crackers, fruits, trail mix, granola bars, etc. While we’re happy to support many dietary needs, please be aware that vegan and gluten-free meals are more challenging for us to provide, and we cannot promise a meal preparation environment completely free of cross-contamination/all allergens. Specialized meals may involve additional costs or you may be required to bring/purchase your own foods to supplement meals. Please reach out to us if you have acute allergies/dietary needs.

Included dinner at camp. Examples of dinners include but are not limited to tacos, pastas, gyros, curries, burgers, and stir fries as a main with a side salad and dessert included. Your camp menu will vary and be decided based on your guide's recipe repertoire! While we’re happy to support many dietary needs, please be aware that vegan and gluten-free meals are more challenging for us to provide, and we cannot promise a meal preparation environment completely free of cross-contamination/all allergens. Specialized meals may involve additional costs or you may be required to bring/purchase your own foods to supplement meals. Please reach out to us if you have acute allergies/dietary needs.

Overnight near St Mary.

Breakfast at camp is included. Typically breakfasts are served cold with the occasional hot breakfast served, time permitting. Common breakfasts include bagels, toast, yogurt, cereal, fruit, juice, and coffee/tea. While we’re happy to support many dietary needs, please be aware that vegan and gluten-free meals are more challenging for us to provide, and we cannot promise a meal preparation environment completely free of cross-contamination/all allergens. Specialized meals may involve additional costs or you may be required to bring/purchase your own foods to supplement meals. Please reach out to us if you have acute allergies/dietary needs.

Depart the campground and transfer 30-45 minutes to Many Glacier to begin your full day hike. Along the way, you’ll pick up your Glacier National Park guide for the day. Grinnell Glacier is a spectacular hike in Glacier National Park, which will take you past stunning lakes and across vertical rock faces. You’ll have plenty of opportunities for wildlife spotting all along the trail, which culminates in a spectacular lake and waterfall. All of these experiences combine to make the Grinnell Glacier hike one of the best hikes in the U.S. After hiking back out, you’ll transfer back to the campground. Distance: 10 miles / Elevation Gain: 2050 feet / Duration: 7-8 hours / Difficulty: Hard

Included pack lunch. Pack lunches usually consist of sandwiches or wraps, and a variety of sides like salads, dips with veggies, crackers, fruits, trail mix, granola bars, etc. While we’re happy to support many dietary needs, please be aware that vegan and gluten-free meals are more challenging for us to provide, and we cannot promise a meal preparation environment completely free of cross-contamination/all allergens. Specialized meals may involve additional costs or you may be required to bring/purchase your own foods to supplement meals. Please reach out to us if you have acute allergies/dietary needs.

Included dinner at camp. Examples of dinners include but are not limited to tacos, pastas, gyros, curries, burgers, and stir fries as a main with a side salad and dessert included. Your camp menu will vary and be decided based on your guide's recipe repertoire! While we’re happy to support many dietary needs, please be aware that vegan and gluten-free meals are more challenging for us to provide, and we cannot promise a meal preparation environment completely free of cross-contamination/all allergens. Specialized meals may involve additional costs or you may be required to bring/purchase your own foods to supplement meals. Please reach out to us if you have acute allergies/dietary needs.

Overnight near St Mary.

Breakfast at camp is included. Typically breakfasts are served cold with the occasional hot breakfast served, time permitting. Common breakfasts include bagels, toast, yogurt, cereal, fruit, juice, and coffee/tea. While we’re happy to support many dietary needs, please be aware that vegan and gluten-free meals are more challenging for us to provide, and we cannot promise a meal preparation environment completely free of cross-contamination/all allergens. Specialized meals may involve additional costs or you may be required to bring/purchase your own foods to supplement meals. Please reach out to us if you have acute allergies/dietary needs.

Today you will drive to West Glacier. Due to National Park Restrictions you will have to circle around the National Park to reach the west side.

Included picnic lunch. Picnic lunches usually consist of sandwiches or wraps, and a variety of sides like salads, dips with veggies, crackers, fruits, trail mix, granola bars, etc. While we’re happy to support many dietary needs, please be aware that vegan and gluten-free meals are more challenging for us to provide, and we cannot promise a meal preparation environment completely free of cross-contamination/all allergens. Specialized meals may involve additional costs or you may be required to bring/purchase your own foods to supplement meals. Please reach out to us if you have acute allergies/dietary needs.

After being fitted with life jacket, helmet and other necessary equipment, you'll transfer 30 minutes to the river. Then you'll set off in your raft (9 people per boat) on this shared rafting trip which will take you across Class II & III rapids. Paddle and become part of the crew that maneuvers the raft through the 9 named rapids by following the simple commands of your guide. The trip winds about 8 miles through the John F. Stevens Canyon. The Rafting company provides all safety gear, such as life jackets, helmets, wet suits, water booties, and rain gear free of charge. After the trip you'll change into dry clothes and transfer back to the campground.

Included farewell dinner at camp. Examples of dinners include but are not limited to tacos, pastas, gyros, curries, burgers, and stir fries as a main with a side salad and dessert included. Your camp menu will vary and be decided based on your guide's recipe repertoire! While we’re happy to support many dietary needs, please be aware that vegan and gluten-free meals are more challenging for us to provide, and we cannot promise a meal preparation environment completely free of cross-contamination/all allergens. Specialized meals may involve additional costs or you may be required to bring/purchase your own foods to supplement meals. Please reach out to us if you have acute allergies/dietary needs.

Overnight in West Glacier.

Breakfast at camp is included. Typically breakfasts are served cold with the occasional hot breakfast served, time permitting. Common breakfasts include bagels, toast, yogurt, cereal, fruit, juice, and coffee/tea. While we’re happy to support many dietary needs, please be aware that vegan and gluten-free meals are more challenging for us to provide, and we cannot promise a meal preparation environment completely free of cross-contamination/all allergens. Specialized meals may involve additional costs or you may be required to bring/purchase your own foods to supplement meals. Please reach out to us if you have acute allergies/dietary needs.

TrovaTrip will provide one transfer to Glacier Park International Airport (FCA) on the final day of your trip. Please ensure your flight is scheduled for after 1pm. The exact transfer time will be confirmed closer to departure, based on the flight information provided by travelers. Those departing outside of the recommended flight window will need to arrange their own transfer to the airport.