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On this day tour of Alberta's biggest city, we escape downtown to explore the "Nature Loop": a series of hand-picked stops that showcase the harmony between our modern skyline and the rugged Alberta landscape.
This tour features a series of short walks, looping through the parks, river valleys and prairie vantages that make Calgary a bustling, world-class outdoor city.
Soak up the best of Calgary and see why it is one of the fastest growing cities on the continent with this small group experience, capped at 11 participants.
- Activity Level: Easy to Moderate.
- Lunch, water refills, and refreshments included.
- Convenient downtown Calgary pickup with excellent transport links and parking nearby.
- Minimum 4 participants.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will pick you up from the bus stop located in front of the Harry Hays Building (220 4 Ave SE) and directly across from the Delta Calgary Downtown Hotel
Itinerary
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1
Begin with an iconic skyline vista from the Crescent Heights Lookout and McHugh Bluff, capturing the Bow River, downtown core, and distant Rockies to set the scene for the day.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Access the park via the McHugh Bluff stairs to explore a forested urban oasis, where pathways and bridges wind through the heart of the city along the Bow River.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Experience the massive scale of this natural highland - one of North America's largest urban parks. We'll walk through wild grasslands that offer 360-degree views of the city, mountains on the horizon, and airport off in the distance below. We'll keep an eye open for wildlife, with deer and coyote sightings common.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Walk through the city’s only delta ecosystem to discover a hidden wilderness of spruce forests and oxbow wetlands, where you can spot diverse wildlife along the shores of the Glenmore Reservoir.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Next we'll head to one of our favourite sections of the sprawling Bow River Pathway in the southeast of the city. We'll walk up a short incline to a spectacular vantage point of city, mountains and river park below. Fish Creek Provincial Park is one of Canada’s largest urban parks, a natural corridor known for its diverse birdlife and quiet canyon landscapes.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
On our way back to the city proper, we'll stop at Carburn Park for one of Calgary's best examples of city-meets-nature. Complete with lagoons, riverside trails, forest, wildlife, and its own "donut" ice rink and fire pits in winter, this is a year-round hit with the locals.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
One final skyline view from this historic ridge in the community of Ramsay. This elevated vantage point, which served as the original grandstand for the first Calgary Stampede, offers prime views of the river valley below, city front and centre, and the Rocky Mountains on the horizon.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Clothing & Footwear: Wear sturdy, waterproof hiking boots/walking shoes (insulated for winter) and adaptable layers (avoid cotton). Check weather conditions before departure.
- Child Seats: required by law for under 6yrs (≤18kg). Not provided; please bring your own if needed.
- Personal Gear: Please bring a small daypack, sun protection, and a reusable water bottle (refills provided).
- Technical Gear: We provide hiking poles and microspikes/ice cleats if needed. USB-A charging ports are available in the van—please bring your own cable.
- Waiver: required for all guests before departure.
- Changes/Cancellations: please contact us to discuss.
- Minimum 4 participants required for this tour to run; full refund or alternative dates/experience offered if this number is not met.
- Lunch is a grazing spread consisting of local meats, cheeses, and accompaniments or a deli-style lunch, depending on availability. We are unable to cater for specific dietary requirements or severe allergies; guests with specific nutritional needs are welcome to bring their own lunch.
- Itinerary Note: exact routes, timings, and destinations may vary based on participant preferences, fitness levels, real-time mountain conditions, and safety.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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