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The 15 Best Hiking Tours in Canada

66 tours  ·  from $9 a head

Guided walks solve the two Canadian problems: getting to the trailhead without a car, and knowing what to do about bears. The 15 below are priced by length, with elevation and season noted for each.

Guided Glacier Hike on The Athabasca with IceWalks - The 5 km approach to Athabasca Glacier
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Guided Glacier Hike on The Athabasca with IceWalks

1.Guided Glacier Hike on The Athabasca with IceWalks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 334 reviews · from $98Our pick

Meet IceWalks at the Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre for a three-hour, small-group hike onto Athabasca Glacier. An ACMG-certified guide such as Mike, Stu, or Nick leads the 5 km outing, supplies micro-spikes, and explains crevasses, meltwater streams, icefalls, and mill wells. Bring warm layers, and expect a moderate hike with changing weather.

“Can’t recommend it enough! Stu, our guide, was experienced, informative, and fun. What a high point to end our trip on. Some notes: there is an easy - moderate hike to the glacier. As a reference, it’s easier than the Lake Agnes hike. Gear aRead more”

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From Toronto: Algonquin Park Canoeing & Hiking Adventure - Meeting at 7 a.m. and leaving Toronto
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From Toronto: Algonquin Park Canoeing & Hiking Adventure

2.Algonquin Park Canoeing & Hiking Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 291 reviews · 12 hours · from $179

Leave Toronto at 7 a.m. for a full day in Algonquin Provincial Park. With guides such as Mike, Joe, or Brian, you’ll canoe on Canoe Lake, hike a trail chosen for the group, swim near Popcorn Island when conditions allow, and visit Ragged Falls. The small group is limited to 11 people, but expect about six hours of driving.

“This was a highlight of my trip to Canada! We were lucky that our visit coincided with the height of the autumn colours and the views were just magical. The canoeing and hiking were great fun and Mike answered all our questions and ensured everything ran as planned. 100% recommend!”

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Medicine Trail Snowshoe Tour - Learning to Walk on Snowshoes
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Medicine Trail Snowshoe Tour

3.Medicine Trail Snowshoe Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 279 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $117

Join Canadian Wilderness Adventures for a three-hour snowshoe walk from Whistler into Callaghan Valley. Guides such as Mel, Jeremy, Ryan, Tom, and Jourdain have led guests along an old trapper’s route, explaining local trees and plants while serving medicinal tea and a snack. Snowshoes, shuttle transport, and the return trip are included.

“We had a chance of going while it was snowing, so the whole tour was spectacular. A walk trough a snowy forest with frozen lakes. The snowshoe walking can be tricky, but it's pretty easy to do.”

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From Montreal: Mont-Tremblant National Park Hiking Day Trip - The ride north and the first park briefing
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From Montreal: Mont-Tremblant National Park Hiking Day Trip

4.Mont-Tremblant National Park Hiking Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 243 reviews · 1 day · from $72

Leave Montreal by minibus at 8:00 AM for a full day in Mont-Tremblant National Park. Your bilingual guide, such as Sylvie or Jean-François, explains the region before giving you trail choices. Hike through forest, reach Chute-aux-rats, climb to a viewpoint, or relax at the beach. Return to Station Radisson around 6:00 PM.

“A must do for all staying in Montreal who want a break and to get outside into nature!! Great comfortable vehicle, enough time at each location, and our driver Luc was very friendly, helpful and full of information!! Thank you Bonjour Nature!!!! One happy Aussie :)”

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Jasper: Wildlife and Waterfalls Tour with Lakeshore Hike - Maligne Canyon and the Waterfall Question
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Jasper: Wildlife and Waterfalls Tour with Lakeshore Hike

5.Wildlife and Waterfalls Tour with Lakeshore Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 239 reviews · from $77

Ride a small air-conditioned minibus from Jasper into Maligne Valley with an English-speaking naturalist guide such as Jake, Sam, or Kathryn. Look for elk, moose, bears, eagles, and marmots, then walk 2 to 3 kilometers beside Maligne Lake. Maligne Canyon may be replaced by Maligne Lookout because of wildfire repairs.

“Jake has been an excellent guide, truly enthusiastic about his territory and available to share interesting stories about the place and local wildlife! Truly recommended!”

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Quebec City: Guided Hike in Jacques-Cartier National Park - The 9 am departure and one-hour ride
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Quebec City: Guided Hike in Jacques-Cartier National Park

6.Guided Hike in Jacques-Cartier National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 224 reviews · 1 day · from $108

Leave Quebec City by small Quatre Natures bus for Jacques-Cartier National Park. A bilingual guide leads a three-hour forest hike to valley views, with regional tastings and lunch included. Afterward, enjoy two hours of free time for extra walking, self-guided exploring, shopping, or possible canoeing before returning to the city.

“I enjoyed having a guide for the first few hours and then being able to explore on our own for the last couple of hours. The guide was very informative and punctual.”

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Jasper Wildlife and Sightseeing Tour with Maligne Lake Hike - Maligne Canyon and the visible effects of the 2024 fire
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Jasper Wildlife and Sightseeing Tour with Maligne Lake Hike

7.Jasper Wildlife and Sightseeing Tour with Maligne Lake Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 216 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $81

Travel 45 kilometers through Jasper National Park by comfortable minibus, stopping at Maligne Canyon Overlook, Medicine Lake, and Maligne Lake. Guides such as Sam, Catherine, Josh, and Jake explain wildlife, geology, local history, and the effects of the 2024 wildfire. The easy 2 to 3 kilometer lakeshore hike ends with time for lunch before returning to Jasper.

“Really great trip to Lake Maligne! Katherine (sorry for the inevitable misspelling) was uber friendly and helpful to the whole group. We were able to see tons of animals enroute which was awesome!”

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Quebec City: Island of Orléans Taste Trail - Meeting the bus near Château Frontenac
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Quebec City: Island of Orléans Taste Trail

8.Island of Orléans Taste Trail

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 206 reviews · 3 hours · from $63Best value

Ride from Place d’Armes to Île d’Orléans with a French- or English-speaking guide, stopping four times for local tastings. You’ll visit a nougaterie, chocolaterie, cider producer, and Vineyard of Mitan. The tour is a handy, scenic introduction to the island, with guides such as Celine and Salin praised for clear commentary and humor.

“This was a great tour and a lovely way to see the island.”

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Cabot Trail Discovery Tour - Cape Breton Highlands National Park for about three hours
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Cabot Trail Discovery Tour

9.Cabot Trail Discovery Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 203 reviews · 8 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $131

Spend 8 to 10 hours touring the Cabot Trail from Baddeck in an air-conditioned vehicle with a small group. Your guide may be Brian, Harry, Bruce, Frank, or Misty, each bringing local stories, photo stops, and practical advice. Cape Breton Highlands National Park admission is included, while lunch is purchased separately.

“Bruce, our driver and tour guide was excellent. He was very laid back, funny, informative and very knowledgeable. The only thing that would have made it better, would have been if the leaves had changed colour more, but , Mother Nature! Highly recommend!”

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Banff National Park Guided Hike with Lunch - Four routes, four different Banff experiences
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Banff National Park Guided Hike with Lunch

10.Banff National Park Guided Hike with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 200 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $153

Spend about seven hours hiking one of four Banff-area trails with a certified guide and no more than 12 people. Choose Larch Valley, Consolation Lakes, Plain of Six Glaciers, or Stanley Glacier by day of week. Guides such as Tina, Spencer, Evie, and Sam are praised for steady pacing, park knowledge, and careful group support.

“The hike was absolutely amazing, stunning views, awesome photo ops, and great pace. What truly made a difference was our guide, Heidi! She was very knowledgeable about the trail, flowers, the teahouse, and shared very interesting stories about her previous experiences. Highly recommend, especially if you get to have Heidi as your guide! :)”

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eBike and Hike Banff to Johnston Canyon small group guided program - Starting in Banff and getting comfortable on the e-bike
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eBike and Hike Banff to Johnston Canyon small group guided program

11.eBike and Hike Banff to Johnston Canyon small group guided program

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 197 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $155

This four-hour Banff outing combines a 26-kilometer e-bike ride with a three-kilometer guided walk at Johnston Canyon. You’ll ride past Vermilion Lakes and along the Bow Valley Parkway, then hike to Lower Falls before returning by shuttle. Guides such as Megs, Michael, Luke, and Santiago are known for careful pacing and local facts.

“Johnston canyon can be crammed with tourists, but the walk/hike is very scenic. Santiago, our guide, was awesome, lots interaction and information. We had a great day and would highly recommend to anyone looking for a fun outing”

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Ridge Ride 2-Hour Horseback Trail Ride in Kananaskis - Meeting your horse and guide
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Ridge Ride 2-Hour Horseback Trail Ride in Kananaskis

12.Ridge Ride 2-Hour Horseback Trail Ride in Kananaskis

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 194 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $151

Ride from Boundary Ranch into the Kananaskis backcountry on a two-hour, walking-pace trail ride for up to eight people. Guides such as Sarah, Paige, Fran, and Diego lead beginners and experienced riders through forest, wetland, and ridge country. Watch for deer and bison, and pass the teepee used in The Revenant.

“Beautiful scenery and wonderful team members. Everyone was friendly and gracious. We went for two hours, which was perfect for our family, but may get long with younger children.”

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Tread Lightly Glacier Hikes - Getting onto the ice with the right equipment
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Tread Lightly Glacier Hikes

13.Tread Lightly Glacier Hikes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 171 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $138

Walk from the Icefields RV Camping meeting point to the Athabasca Glacier with an ACMG-certified guide such as Shep, Eric, Max, or Sara. Plan on about four hours, a moderate hike, changing mountain weather, and a small group of no more than 10 people. Poles, crampons, and footwear are included, but transport, lunch, and water are not.

“My husband and I went on this hike and it was a really great way to experience the glacier. Our guide Don was excellent and made the tour feel more like a walk in the park or glacier!”

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Buffalo Loop 1-Hour Horseback Trail Ride in Kananaskis - The forest trail and the Buffalo Loop
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Buffalo Loop 1-Hour Horseback Trail Ride in Kananaskis

14.Buffalo Loop 1-Hour Horseback Trail Ride in Kananaskis

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 152 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $77

Ride a gentle horse at Boundary Ranch on a guided one-hour loop through wooded Kananaskis trails. You’ll pass the buffalo paddock, look for deer, elk, marmots, and squirrels, and learn from experienced guides such as Jordan, Emily, or Emma. The ride stays at a walking pace and suits beginners and children age six and older.

“Excellent experience, very friendly staff. Nice trail through the forest. Children enjoyed it so much.”

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Banff National Park: Guided Signature Hikes with Lunch - What the seven-hour day feels like
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Banff National Park: Guided Signature Hikes with Lunch

15.Banff National Park: Guided Signature Hikes with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 123 reviews · 7 hours · from $145

Spend seven hours hiking Banff and nearby Kootenay National Park with a certified English-speaking guide. Choose Stanley Glacier, Larch Valley, Consolation Lakes, or Plain of Six Glaciers by weekday. Small groups, hiking poles, transport from listed pickup points, and a generous picnic lunch are included.

“Our guide, Lucy, was super. She provided all kinds of information about the area and was a lot of fun. The Larch Valley hike was a bit strenuous, and the group was great about taking breaks. The lunch was amazing. Couldn't have asked for a better day!”

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