Snowshoeing in Kananaskis

Itinerary

Discover this 6000-year-old mode of transportation. Embrace the winter by walking across the thick snowpack instead of through it. While we journey, we will teach you the history of the Kananaskis Valley. In the quiet and serenity of our snow-covered forests you’ll learn how different species survive this harsh season.

This tour runs from 10 am till 12 pm or 1:30 pm til 3:30 pm every day.

This tour is ideal for everyone aged 6+, younger kids are welcome though parents should expect to carry younger kids for portions of the tour.

Stop At:

• Kananaskis Outfitters, 1 Mt Sparrowhawk Cres, Kananaskis AB, Alberta T0L 2H0 Canada

• Hot Beverage and Cookies
• Professional guide
• Snowshoes

• Gratuities

• Not wheelchair accessible
• Dressing appropriately for the weather is essential, be sure to check the current weather report for Kananaskis (Nakiska Ridgetop) prior to arriving.
• Thermal winter boots, Sorels or similar. UGG style boots will NOT work, we do have a limited number of winter boots for rent if you do not own this kind of footwear.
• Warm hat, sunglasses, warm gloves or mitts.
• Service animals allowed
• Warm comfortable clothes to snowshoe in think wool or fleece or (preferably not cotton), dress in layers; long underwear, a mid layer (ex: fleece or softshell) and a jacket are perfect.
• Winter jacket - try to avoid heavy ski jackets unless it is very cold. A warm, breathable jacket is ideal.
• Lightly insulated pants or winter hiking pants.
• Small backpack, with a snack and bottle of water.
• When dressing for snowshoeing, wear warmer gloves than you might think you will need, and a cooler jacket than you think you will need. We always recommend bringing a small day pack to carry extra layers, water, and to put an extra layer back into if you are too hot.
• Most travelers can participate
• We expect guests to be in good health for the tour, please take the COVID-19 self-assessment prior to the. In the case of yourself or someone in your group qualifying for self-isolation or COVID-19 testing, please notify our shop as soon as possible to arrange for a Raincheck and alternate tour date.
• This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Kananaskis Outfitters, 1 Mt Sparrowhawk Crescent, Kananaskis, AB T0L 2H0, Canada

Returns to original departure point

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

2 hours