Family Vacations & Adventure Travel
Alberta Family | Banff to Jasper
With glacier hikes, river rafting and backcountry biking, this six-day Canadian Rockies adventure through Banff, Jasper and Lake Louise brings out the kid in everyone.
- Loosen up with an alpine hike to Ptarmigan Cirque, a glacier-carved natural amphitheater alive with wildflowers
- Cross an avalanche slope keeping an eye out for caribou, moose, mountain goats and big horn sheep
- Bike serene forested paths around turquoise lakes along the Evans Thomas path
- Raft the playful “racecourse rapids” of the Kananaskis River
- Hike a full day in Sentinel Pass, learning how the surrounding spire-topped mountains were formed and marveling at the postcard perfect views of Paradise Valley below
- Trek (crampons, walking sticks and all) across Athabasca Glacier with a local expert
- ACTIVITY: Multisport Trips - Active Adventure Vacations
- WHERE: Canada, NORTH AMERICA
- AVAILABILITY: July, August
- FROM: $2,998
- DURATION: 6 days
- AUDIENCE: Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!
- MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Alberta Family Vacations
British Columbia Family | Whistler
Whistler wows with wildflowers, whitewater, wilderness and wildlife... say that five times fast! Austin-Lehman’s six-day Whistler family adventure is oodles of fun for everyone.
- Hike through massive cedars and hemlock rainforest in Alice Lake Provincial Park
- Bike paved back roads and quiet trails through Whistler Valley and around Lost, Alta and Green Lakes
- Raft a scenic section of the Cheakamus River and enjoy a riverside barbecue and sunset drive along the Sea to Sky Highway
- Ride the gondola to the top of Whistler Mountain and trek the last 1,000 feet to the summit for 360-degree mountain, glacier and meadow views
- Take a challenging hike or bike ride while the kids try their hands at horseback riding, mini-golf, rock climbing and bungee trampolining
- Unwind with a well-earned meal at one of our favorite restaurants and a restful night’s sleep in the comfort of the Legends Lodge
- ACTIVITY: Multisport Trips - Active Adventure Vacations
- WHERE: Canada, NORTH AMERICA
- AVAILABILITY: July
- FROM: $2,198
- DURATION: 6 days
- AUDIENCE: Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!
- MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Whistler Family Vacation
Cruising in British Columbia
Sometimes called Canada's Galapagos, this archipelago is home to the native Haida people. Offering a rare flimpse into the history and culture of these artistic and powerful people, as well as abundant wildlife of the region, this trip couples cruising with hiking, sea kayaking, hot springs, and amazing wildlife viewing.
- ACTIVITY: Wildlife, Safaris and Photography Vacations, Yachting and Barging
- WHERE: Canada, NORTH AMERICA
- AVAILABILITY: July, August
- FROM: From $3800
- DURATION: 7 days
- AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
- MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Cruising in British Columbia
