Yoho & Kootenay Hidden Gems | Small Group Full Day Adventure
Yoho & Kootenay Hidden Gems | Small Group Full Day Adventure
If you feel like you’ve seen & done just about everything in the beautiful, but busy Banff National Park, then joining us on this tour to the lesser-known but just as incredible Yoho National Park will most definitely scratch that adventure itch you’re still working away at!Highlighted by stops at the amazing, neon blue waters of Emerald Lake, Canada’s tallest waterfall at Takkakaw Falls and one of the Rockies nearby best kept secrets in neighbouring Kootenay National Park, this tour gives adventurous folks access to our personal favourite locations to experience the epic beauty of the Canadian Rockies without the summer crowds.- Escape the big bus crowds and explore the Canadian Rockies epic, hard to reach gems in Yoho & Kootenay National Parks- Feel the power of some of the biggest waterfalls in all of Canada (380m tall!)- Get off the beaten path and experience the Canadian Rockies best kept secrets!
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Yoho National Park
As one of our signature small group tours, we'll also treat you to a few secret locals spot with incredible views too!
6 hoursEmerald Lake Road
Here, you will have 1.5 hours to explore the lakeside trails or simply hang out under a tree and watch the world go by! 1.5 hours is also plenty of time to try canoeing, kayaking or stand up paddle boarding! (Extra cost, please contact Radventures in advance)
1 hour 30 minutesWapta Falls
Those who are not feeling energetic enough to complete the hike are welcome to relax in our picnic chairs and enjoy the sweeping views of The Rockies in the distance.
1 hour 30 minutesSpiral Tunnels
You may just see a freight train pass through; if not, the picturesque mountain range makes this short stop worthwhile!
15 minutesTakakkaw Falls
Fed by the Daly Glacier above, Takakkaw Falls' flow is at its peak in July when glacial meltwater is running freely.
1 hourIncluded
- Fun, friendly & knowledgeable local guide with winter driving training
- Small group guarantee (Max 8 guests)
- Private, comfy van transport with A/C
- Ice cold filtered water
- Onboard cooler to keep drinks & lunch cold
- Folding chairs & table for a picnic lunch
- 2 convenient Banff pick-up & drop-off locations
Not Included
- Stand Up Paddle Board / Canoe / Kayak rental (please contact Radventures in advance)
- Alternate pick-up/drop-off locations in Banff or Canmore (please contact Radventures in advance)
- Guide gratuities (not mandatory but greatly appreciated)
- Lunch & snacks (please BYO or contact Radventures in advance to add-on a delicious picnic lunch)
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- 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 8 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.