Waterton Lakes Park and South Alberta Private Scenic Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1

  (Summer Only) Enjoy the iconic Waterton Shoreline Cruise across international waters to Goat Haunt, Montana. Glide through pristine Upper Waterton Lake, admire towering mountain scenery, cross the Canada-US border by boat, spot wildlife along shorelines, learn fascinating history, experience breathtaking views, and discover this unforgettable cross-border adventure.

  1 hour • Admission ticket not included
• 2

  (Summer and Winter) Experience scenic Lundbreck Falls on the Crowsnest River near Southern Alberta's foothills. Watch powerful cascading waters, explore viewing platforms and trails, enjoy picnic areas with waterfall views, photograph dramatic rock formations, and discover this accessible hidden gem between Calgary and Waterton.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 3

  (Summer and Winter) Discover UNESCO World Heritage Site Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump near Fort Macleod. Explore ancient Indigenous hunting grounds, visit world-class interpretive center, learn 6,000 years of Blackfoot history, walk cliff-edge trails, view archaeological exhibits, experience interactive displays, witness sweeping prairie vistas, and understand this remarkable cultural landmark.

  1 hour • Admission ticket not included
• 4

  (Summer Only) Discover stunning Red Rock Canyon in Waterton Lakes National Park. Walk the easy loop trail through vibrant red and green rock formations, wade in crystal-clear creek waters, photograph unique geological colors, explore ancient sedimentary layers, enjoy family-friendly hiking, and experience this remarkable natural geological wonder.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 5

  (Summer and Winter) Visit spectacular Cameron Falls in Waterton townsite. Watch powerful cascades plunge over ancient Precambrian rock, enjoy easy roadside access, photograph stunning waterfalls year-round, explore short walking trails, witness dramatic spring runoff, admire unique geological formations, and experience Waterton's most accessible and picturesque natural attraction.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 6

  (Summer and Winter) Experience tranquil Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden in Lethbridge. Explore authentic Japanese landscaping, walk peaceful pathways through traditional pavilions, admire koi ponds and waterfalls, participate in tea ceremonies, enjoy seasonal cherry blossoms, photograph serene gardens, learn Japanese-Canadian heritage, and discover this cultural oasis symbolizing friendship and harmony.

  1 hour • Admission ticket not included
• 7

  (Summer only) Experience serene Cameron Lake nestled in Waterton's mountains. Hike scenic Akamina Pass trail, enjoy peaceful turquoise waters, spot grizzly bears and wildlife, photograph stunning mountain reflections, picnic by the shore, explore subalpine forest, and discover this tranquil backcountry gem.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 8

  (Summer and Winter) Relax at scenic Driftwood Beach on Upper Waterton Lake. Swim in refreshing mountain waters, sunbathe on rocky shores, collect unique driftwood pieces, enjoy lakeside picnics, photograph stunning mountain backdrops, watch vibrant sunsets, wade with families, and experience Waterton's favorite summer swimming and beach destination.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 9

  (Summer only) Visit the iconic Prince of Wales Hotel perched above Waterton townsite. Admire stunning Swiss chalet architecture, enjoy afternoon tea with panoramic lake views, photograph the historic 1927 landmark, explore elegant heritage interiors, experience dramatic hilltop setting, witness spectacular mountain vistas, and discover Waterton's most photographed building.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 10

  (Summer only) Discover the historic Bison Paddock near Waterton entrance. Observe majestic plains bison roaming natural grasslands, drive the scenic loop road, photograph iconic prairie wildlife, learn conservation history, spot calves in spring, experience prairie meets mountains landscape, and witness these magnificent creatures in their protected habitat.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• (Pass by)

  (Summer and Winter) Drive scenic Highway 22, Alberta's legendary Cowboy Trail towards Waterton. Experience authentic ranch country, witness endless prairie vistas meeting Rocky Mountain foothills, pass through charming western towns, photograph historic barns and grain elevators, spot cattle ranches, enjoy winding roads, and discover Southern Alberta's cowboy heritage route.

  Admission ticket free
• 11

  (Summer and Winter) Explore stunning Upper Waterton Lake spanning Canada and USA borders. Take scenic boat cruises to Goat Haunt Montana, kayak pristine turquoise waters, hike lakeside trails, photograph towering mountain peaks, experience windy prairie meets mountains landscape, spot wildlife, and discover this unique international waterway's breathtaking beauty.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 12

  (Summer only) Hike to stunning Blakiston Falls in Waterton's Red Rock Canyon area. Trek the moderate 2-kilometer trail through mountain forest, witness powerful cascading waterfalls, photograph dramatic rock formations, enjoy cool mist spray, explore pristine wilderness, experience rewarding mountain scenery, and discover one of Waterton's most beautiful backcountry waterfalls.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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