Banff: hiking in the canadian rockies | august 17-21, 2026
We have one spot available
Female looking for a roomate
Details
Discover the beauty of Banff and Lake Louise on a five day journey that highlights the most impressive views and trails in the Canadian Rockies. Your trip begins with a scenic drive along the Trans Canada Highway through the Bow and Kananaskis Valleys, followed by calm early morning moments on the Lake Louise shoreline. Throughout the week, you will explore turquoise lakes, forest paths, canyon waterfalls, and high mountain lookouts. Enjoy a relaxing soak at the Banff Upper Hot Springs and take in sweeping mountain views from the Banff Gondola summit. With visits to Moraine Lake, Larch Valley, Sentinel Pass, and the town of Banff, this trip offers a clear and memorable look at the regions most iconic landscapes!
Trip at a Glance:
Strenuous:
Strenuous activities, potentially difficult terrain.
Flights Not Included:
You are responsible for booking and purchasing your own flight. Please do not book your flights until this tour has reached the minimum number of travelers to hold Strenuous activities, potentially difficult terrain.
Niche:
Travel with purpose! our ‘Niche’ tours focus on particular topics with experts in the field and often include hands-on projects.
Luxury Accommodations:
Hand-selected hotels, restaurant dining, and comfortable amenities.
Trip Leaders
mara prausa
As an Outreach Program Manager in Continuing Education, Mara has been guiding unforgettable trips with Adventure Tours for nearly four years—and she brings the same energy and enthusiasm to every adventure she leads! When she’s not exploring with groups, she’s off traveling with her husband and teenage kids, always chasing breathtaking views and new experiences. In August 2024, she explored Banff and tackled epic hikes that left her in awe of the Canadian Rockies. She even conquered the Via Ferrata, a thrilling mix of hiking and mountain climbing—proof that she’s always up for a challenge! Mara can’t wait to return and share the magic of Banff with new friends, showing off the sights, the adventures, and the memories that make this region so unforgettable.
Carie winn
Carie is the Outreach Specialist for the UW-Stevens Point Sentry School of Business and a seasoned tour leader. As a college student at UW-LaCrosse, Carie arranged and led numerous wilderness trips in the western part of the country (Utah, Colorado, New Mexico). She has led wilderness trips for both children and adults, beginning shortly after completing a National Outdoor Leadership School wilderness educator program out of Tucson, AZ. Carie has also led trips through Voyager Outward Bound, week-long backpacking and mountain biking wilderness trips in Rocky Mountain National Park, and wilderness therapy program trips for one year in West Virginia for at-risk youth. Through UWSP’s Adventure Tours Program Carie has led three Grand Canyon Rim-to-Rim tours.
Registration InforMATION
| Trip Fees | Payment Schedule |
|---|---|
| $3,200 USD (per person) If you choose to book “my own room” (single supplement), $970 will be added to your total. | $450 non-refundable deposit due upon registration $1,375 due by January 30, 2026 $1,375 due by March 30, 2026 |
Payment Methods
Credit/Debit Card: If paying with a credit/debit card, payments can be made through our QuickPay Link using your email address and your registration password or by contacting us at 715-346-3838. We accept Discover, MasterCard, and Visa.
Check: Make checks payable to: UWSP
Drop off or mail to: UWSP Continuing Education, 032 Old Main Building, Stevens Point WI 54481
This Trip Includes
- 4 Nights Accommodations
- 4 Breakfasts
- 1 Boxed Lunch
- 2 Dinners
- Canadian Park Passes
- Moraine Shuttle Passes
- Banff Upper Hot Springs Admission Fee, Locker Rental, and Towel Fee
- Banff Gondola Ticket
Reasonable Accommodations
Please identify any accessibility needs at registration, including mobility, seating, transportation, dietary, and communication needs. Some activities involve stairs, walking, uneven surfaces, or limited accessibility. Early notice helps us plan reasonable accommodations. We are unable to guarantee last-minute changes or provide personal physical assistance that requires staff to lift, carry, or physically support participants. Requests are reviewed individually so we can plan appropriate accommodations in advance.
Cancellation Policy
Since we make financial commitments in advance, no refunds will be issued for cancellations less than 90 days prior to the trip. Cancellations received more than 90 days before the trip will receive a full refund minus $500. However, you may send a substitute in your place. Please email us at uwspceweb@uwsp.edu to inform us of a cancellation or substitution.
continuing education Information
Please contact Continuing Education and Outreach at 715-346-3838 or uwspceweb@uwsp.edu for registration questions.
Please identify any accessibility needs at registration, including mobility, seating, transportation, dietary, and communication needs. Some activities involve stairs, walking, uneven surfaces, or limited accessibility. Early notice helps us plan reasonable accommodations. We are unable to guarantee last-minute changes or provide personal physical assistance that requires staff to lift, carry, or physically support participants. Requests are reviewed individually so we can plan appropriate accommodations in advance.
Please contact Continuing Education at 715-346-3838 or uwspceweb@uwsp.edu.
