Canadian Rockies with Matt & Tyler Macsemniuk
Dates
Aug 19–25, 2024
Group Size
8–22 Travelers
Duration
7 days, 6 nights
Activity Level
Challenge
About This Trip
Meet Your Host
Matt & Tyler Macsemniuk
Matt and Tyler Macsemniuk are outdoor adventure content creators and professional photographers. They love exploring new places, meeting likeminded people and enjoying the outdoors. Join Matt and Tyler on an adventure of a lifetime exploring the stunning landscapes in the Canadian Rockies.
Trip Activities
Sentinel Pass Hike in Banff National Park
Iceline Trail in Yoho National Park
Athabasca Glacier Ice Walk
Maligne Canyon Hike in Jasper National Park
Athabasca River Rafting
Sulphur Mountain Cable Car and Dinner
Included in Your Trip
Double occupancy in tents
Local Guide throughout trip
All city transfers
Arrival airport transfer (afternoon of first day) Please arrive by 3:00 P.M.
Departure airport transfer (morning of last day). Please book your flights after 2:00 P.M.
Not Included
International flights
Food and alcohol (except as noted)
Visas and travel insurance
Airport transfers outside of designated times
Tips for your Guide
Sleeping bag and pillow
Itinerary
*All durations are approximate
Info
Airport Transfer
TrovaTrip will provide one transfer from Calgary International Airport (YYC), between 1 pm and 3 pm. Please arrive by 3pm. Exact transfer time within this window will be determined closer to your arrival based on provided traveler flight information. Travelers arriving outside of the requested flight guidelines will need to make their own arrangements to meet the group. Stops for bathrooms will be made in Canmore if needed.
dinner
Dinner at a local restaurant included. Your meal will either be a set menu or a la carte with water included.
Camping at Lake Louise (or similar)
Overnight in a campsite near Lake Louise
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breakfast
Breakfast at camp is included. Typically camp breakfasts are served cold with the occasional hot breakfast served, time permitting. Common camp breakfasts include bagels, toast, yogurt, cereal, fruit, juice, and coffee/tea.
Sentinel Pass Hike in Banff National Park
Take a short 30 minute transfer from the campground to the trailhead. Starting on the shores of Moraine Lake in the Valley of the Ten Peaks, you’ll hike through the Larch valley to reach Sentinel Pass on the shoulder of Mt Temple. Stop and admire the views before hiking back out to Moraine Lake. You’ll return to the van in late afternoon and transfer back to the campground. Elevation: 2,600ft gain / Distance: 7 miles / Duration: 6 hours / Difficulty: Moderate/Advanced
lunch
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.
dinner
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!
Camping at Lake Louise (or similar)
Overnight in a campsite near Lake Louise
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breakfast
Breakfast at camp is included. Typically camp breakfasts are served cold with the occasional hot breakfast served, time permitting. Common camp breakfasts include bagels, toast, yogurt, cereal, fruit, juice, and coffee/tea.
Iceline Trail in Yoho National Park
This morning you’ll tackle one of Yoho’s signature treks: the Iceline Trail. After a 45 minute transfer from the campground, you’ll begin the trek next to the majestic Takakkaw Falls, the 2nd highest in Canada. Taking you up the east side of the President’s range this hike offers incredible views of the falls, the Waputik Icefield and the Daly Glacier to the east. After reaching a plateau near Yoho pass you’ll cut through Celeste Lake and complete the loop . Once you finish the hike, you’ll transfer back to the campground. Elevation: 3000ft gain / Distance: 10 miles / Duration: 6-8 hours / Difficulty: Advanced
lunch
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.
dinner
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!
Camping at Lake Louise (or similar)
Overnight in a campsite near Lake Louise
Info
breakfast
Breakfast at camp is included. Typically camp breakfasts are served cold with the occasional hot breakfast served, time permitting. Common camp breakfasts include bagels, toast, yogurt, cereal, fruit, juice, and coffee/tea.
Transfer to Athabasca Glacier
Take a private transfer to the Athabasca Glacier. You’ll make stops at Bow Lake and/or Peyto Lake and enjoy a picnic lunch along the way (weather permitting).
lunch
Included picnic lunch on the hike. 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.
Athabasca Glacier Ice Walk
On this 3-hour ice walk tour you’ll be led by a local guide who will lead you on a 3 mile walk on top of the glacier and see amazing sights. The experience of standing on the glacier and being able to view the countless cracks, streams and icy formations up close will be a highlight of the trip! Crampons are provided for the glacier walk.
Transfer to Jasper
Continue your transfer from Athabasca Glacier to your campground in Jasper.
dinner
Dinner at a local restaurant included. Your meal will either be a set menu or a la carte with water included.
Camping in Jasper (or similar)
Overnight in a campsite near Jasper
Info
breakfast
Breakfast at camp is included. Typically camp breakfasts are served cold with the occasional hot breakfast served, time permitting. Common camp breakfasts include bagels, toast, yogurt, cereal, fruit, juice, and coffee/tea.
Maligne Canyon Hike in Jasper National Park
Transfer 15 minutes to the trailhead to begin your hike. The Maligne River, over the course of time, has cut deeply into the limestone layer, eroding a gorge that is only 6 feet wide and 150 feet deep. The trail follows along the top of the gorge, crossing at several points to give close views of the tumultuous waters raging in the canyon below. Elevation: 650 feet gain / Distance: 2.5 miles / Duration: 2 hours / Difficulty: Easy
lunch
Included picnic lunch on the hike. 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.
Athabasca River Rafting
Take a quick 15 minute transfer to the starting point for your rafting tour. A bathroom is available in the parking area for changing before checking in for rafting, or, you may change on the bus if needed. It is recommended to wear your swimsuit under your normal clothes to make this process easier. Begin your experience rafting with wide open views and paddle through the scenic Athabasca Valley. No prior rafting experience is needed for this mellow ride through calm, flowing stretches peppered with small but splashy Class II rapids. After the tour, you’ll take a quick 15 minute transfer back to the campground. You will be supplied a wetsuit, paddle, jackets, lifejackets, and neoprene booties. *Rafting will depart regardless of rain or shine.
dinner
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!
Camping in Jasper (or similar)
Overnight in a campsite near Jasper
Info
breakfast
Breakfast at camp is included. Typically camp breakfasts are served cold with the occasional hot breakfast served, time permitting. Common camp breakfasts include bagels, toast, yogurt, cereal, fruit, juice, and coffee/tea.
Transfer to Banff
Take a scenic transfer along the Icefield Parkway on your way back to Banff. You will make stops along the way at viewpoints and for restroom breaks, where you can stretch your legs. Possible stops include Athabasca Falls, Herbert Lake, Waterfowl Lake, and the Saskatchewan crossing.
lunch
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.
Sulphur Mountain Cable Car and Dinner
Take a 15 minute transfer to Sulphur Mountain. Then ride the cable car up to 7,500 feet and take in the sweeping views from the restaurant and look out above. Cable cars fit 2-4 people max. Then enjoy your final meal set against the majestic views of the surrounding mountains.
dinner
Included dinner at the Northern Lights Buffet. Your meal will be a buffet style with free refills on non-alcoholic beverages, subject to change.
Camping in Banff (or similar)
Overnight in a campsite near Banff
Info
breakfast
Breakfast at camp is included. Typically camp breakfasts are served cold with the occasional hot breakfast served, time permitting. Common camp breakfasts include bagels, toast, yogurt, cereal, fruit, juice, and coffee/tea.
Airport Transfer
TrovaTrip will provide 1 transfer to Calgary International Airport (YYC) on the last day. Please book your flights after 2pm. Exact transfer time will be determined closer to the trip departure based on provided traveler flight information. Travelers departing outside of the requested flight guidelines will need to make their own transfer arrangements to the airport.
Physical Activity Level:Challenge
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