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Exclusive Skoki Backcountry Guided Hiking in Lake Louise with Van Shuttle
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Exclusive Skoki Backcountry Guided Hiking in Lake Louise with Van Shuttle

By White Mountain Adventures
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Ages 12-95, max of 12 per group
Duration: 8h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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  • Bottled water, soft drink or juice.
  • Turkey Sandwich (or reach out to us for available options)
  • Cookie
  • Fruit
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
  • Professional guide
  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
What's not included
  • Gratuities


Start:Traveller pickup offered.
    Pickup details
    • Meet in bus parking lot behind Mount Royal Hotel (corner of Caribou and Beaver Street). Meeting time is 8:20am. Look for white high roof van.
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Not wheelchair accessible
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 45607P27

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
        • Travellers should have a strong physical fitness level
        • Dress code is according to the weather; please check the current reports, dress in layers, and bring a rain jacket.
        • Hiking shoes or boots are required.
        • Please confirm hotel pick up time and location
        • Please advise us your choice of sandwich for the day (roast beef, ham & cheese, turkey or veggie)
        • Minimum age to participate is 12 years old
        • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travellers

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 45607P27

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        • White Mountain Adventures
          472
          Banff, Alberta, Canada
          Joined in April 2008
        • Vacation04149692483
          0 contributions
          4.0 of 5 bubbles
          Professional guide
          I joined the tour with a fun group from Mexico along with two other young ladies. The views of the canyon and falls were beautiful. Our guide Sam made the trip really fun by engaging with everyone. White Mountain Adventures, you are very lucky to have her!
          Written January 11, 2025
        • K8929AUsamc
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          This is the best tour I’ve ever done
          The top of the world snow shoeing was the most amazing tour we have ever been on and was a highlight of our honeymoon. Megan was so knowledgeable and an incredible guide. This tour is out of this world, I can’t describe how fantastic it was… just book it! We had incredible views and it was just so magical. I would 100% book this again.
          Written January 7, 2025
        • 54mindyw
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Rest Assured & Book
          Brian was outside and he was terrific!! We went to Lake Louise and he was fantastic with the pace and interests of the kiddo. He was informative and fun. There was a scheduling issue and the admin bent over backward to accommodate. I highly recommend White Mnt Adventures.
          Written January 4, 2025
        • Connector49412852948
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          A must-do in winter!
          Snowshoeing through knee-deep snow was such a fun and unique experience. Being from the UK, this is not something we ever really experience. It definitely harder than you think but overall something to add to your bucket list! Brian was a great guide, highly recommended.
          Written December 28, 2024
        • gracecR5117WV
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Amazing snowshoeing experience, highly recommend it!
          I had THE BEST TIME doing this activity and I highly recommend it to everybody! The level of fitness required was moderate for someone who has never snowshoed in deep snow before but don't let that or the cold deter you because it is worth the amazing views. Definitely bundle up because the "top of the world" is cold. My group's guides, Scott and Emilio, were awesome - very knowledgeable, friendly and made sure we were all safe at all times. Again, super fun and well worth it 100%!!
          Written December 23, 2024
        • S8517LCmarks
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          A Magical Walk through Johnston Canyon
          My wife and I had a great tour of Johnston Canyon with Scott as our guide. The ice-covered waterfalls were spectacular and the hike through the canyon was wonderful. Scott made the trip special. He was very friendly and personable and also knowledgeable about the area. He was attentive to the group and made sure to check on us (toes and fingers too cold?) and make sure he kept a pace comfortable to all of us. We highly recommend Scott and White Mountain Adventures for an icewalk through Johnston Canyon.
          Written December 19, 2024
        • 866lexieb
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          I would 100% recommend this for any family, friends or solo wanting to explore the back country of sunshine meadows banf
          Brian was such an amazing tour guide, I would 100% recommend this for any family, friends or solo wanting to explore the back country of sunshine meadows banff! Highlight of the trip was getting to stop for hot choccy and cookies and Getting some amazing photos.
          Written December 19, 2024
        • venkatmukesh
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Fantastic & Fun
          I had a great time snowshoeing on the top of the world at Sunshine Village, AB. Our tour guide was professional, cared about us, she was funny and entertaining!Great experience! Beautiful snowshoe trek through the backcountry at Sunshine Mountain . Sunshine, blue skies and deep powder.I highly recommend to book any tour with White Mountain Adventures they are very professional and polite. Thanks again for the unforgettable time!
          Written December 5, 2024
        • millsey77
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Wonderful Half Day Excursion
          Collected at the pick up time, had a wonderful walk to Johnston Canyon lowers falls in Banff National Park AB and then on to Marble Canyon in Kootenay National Park BC the views were stunning, my guides provided great info along the way and were very welcoming. Ice cleats were provided and we had hot chocolate and maple biscuits 😋
          Written November 19, 2024
        • 935doris
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Super fun adventure!
          We eBiked from Banff to Johnston Canyon and then hiked to lower falls with Scott. Amazing adventure! Scott was so kind and cared about each individual in our group. We had never ridden eBikes before but quickly caught on. It was so fun and Scott encouraged us all along the way. Oh and he is an excellent photographer as well! Thanks for a great day Scott!!
          Written October 22, 2024
        • rcty
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great guide, great hike, great time
          My partner and I only had one day to visit Banff in our unfortunately short trip to Alberta, and we were so glad we joined this tour instead of other tours! We really enjoyed the hike to Consolation Lakes as it was less crowded and we felt more immersed in the nature beauty. (The hike was mostly flat and not super physical demanding, but would warrant proper clothing and hiking shoes for the rocks and boulders) Our guide Chris was wonderful- very professional, knowledge, and great to talk with. With all the nature, trail walking, chatting and learning from the guide, we felt this was a truly enjoyable experience and would love to tour with our guide again if we ever get the chance. Oh and pretty nice sandwich.
          Written October 17, 2024
        • X2836EVmariep
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Amazing Rainbow Ride
          We had an amazing rainbow ride! Tevo and Pablo were fantastic guides. They helped us all figure out how to use the bikes and took us on a wonderful ride around where we saw spectacular sights of the river and surrounding forest. They made the whole group for like a family. We had a great time together and saw a coyote, ducks, and lots of elk!
          Written October 8, 2024
        • 66dinahw
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great way to see Johnston Canyon and the scenic parkway in Banff NP.
          Fantastic hike to Johnston Canyon with Megan. She was very knowledgeable and took her time with our group of 8 as we were all at different levels of fitness. She even took the time to take one of our group back to our cabins as they didn't want to do the e-bike portion of the tour. Our e-bike tour with Kristi was perfect. The e-bikes are some of the best we have ridden. She took the time to take group photos and point out some specific viewpoints. Biking along Bow Valley Parkway without vehicles was fantastic!
          Written October 7, 2024
        • Saul1941
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Jerzy Maslanka fantastic tour guide for Banff, Yoho and Jasper National Parks
          For one week with my wife we had Jerzy Maslanka as our private tour guide in his car. He is an unique, wonderful person. He picked us up in Calgary airport took us to our hotel. The next day we went to the amazing dinosaur museum in Drumheller, the badlands, reservations, etc. all done at our pace, we are 73 and 83, full with descriptions and histories of each place. Each morning he would pick us up at the time we felt comfortable, Jerzy is very punctual. From Calgary he brought us to Banff using the scenic route and spent and a few hours there, plenty for us. He recommended us to stay at The Lodge in Bow lake, for the 3 nights given the fact that Jasper was close due to the fire, fantastic idea, he got us the third night free. The Lodge is at about 45' from Banff and 30 from Louise Lake. It provides an excellent dinner, breakfast and packed lunches all included in the price. We visited Louise Lake village, walk around the lake, in every place during the whole tour Jerzy took us and told the history of the places. We went to multiple sites in Banff, Yoho and Jasper National parks, spent time at lakes as Emerald, Peyto and several more, walked to spectacular waterfalls. Walked to the Columbia glaze, Tango falls between others, Kootenay Plains and Rocky Mountain House National Historic Site, and many more. Finally he drove us to Edmonton to visit our friends. In the words of people who stayed with us at the Lodge, and locals, it would take us no less than 3 weeks to see all those places, without the comfort of being driven and given a great picture of each place. Jerzy is a very knowledgeable, passionate and generous person. We strongly recommend him,. Besides his price its more than reasonable. Make sure to consider him before you decide to take a tour by yourself or with someone else.
          Written October 1, 2024
        • J6853RUlaurac
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          E-bikes with great views
          The e-bikes were so fun and a great way to see the scenic Bow Valley Parkway! Emilio was a great guide. The hike was short and fine, but the highlight of the trip is definitely the bike ride.
          Written September 25, 2024
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        Christine & Dou... J
        Fort Saskatchewan4 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        We picked a fabulous September day for a back country day hike. Our guide Mary Beaudet was so friendly and knowledgeable. My daughter and I love hiking and really enjoyed meeting the others in our group. Would definitely recommend White Mountain Adventures if you want an experienced guide to take you on a Rocky Mountain adventure.
        Written September 3, 2022
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Thank you for your review! We are glad you enjoyed your day in the Skoki Valley with Mary, and will pass along your kind words to her. Thank you for your recommendation! White Mountain Adventures Dennis Breymann
        Written September 6, 2022
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Busterbrown
        9 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Nov 2021 • Friends
        Jennifer took us out and it was amazing. She has a ton of knowledge about the area and pointed out lots of interesting facts along the way. This is a great trip - we got to drive to the trailhead and avoid 2 miles of what is a like a fire road. That allowed us to start at the beginning of the trail and really enjoy the hike. Beautiful larches through out the entire hike. The hike was not exceptionally strenuous - very enjoyable and incredible views and lakes. It’s off the beaten path so we avoided the hordes of crowds at all the other trails. We could truly enjoy the splendor of Banff National Park. I would highly recommend and ask for Jennifer!
        Written September 24, 2022
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Hi Meredith, Fall hiking in the Rockies is perhaps the best time of the year to hike, with the larches truly worth the trip. This beauty does tend to draw crowds, which is why we love the Skoki trails so much. Most folks will avoid Skoki because of the fire road, so we are happy to provide van access to skip the road and get right to the good stuff. White Mountain Adventures Dennis Breymann
        Written September 26, 2022
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Paul K
        2 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Sept 2022
        Excellent day hike yesterday with Chris, as our guide. We live in Calgary and do a decent amount of mountain hiking - but this experience was exceptional. A secluded hiking area with very unique terrain and stunning views. This is not a hike we would normally undertake, as it is a long walk in - however, White Mountain's unique access to the back of the Lake Louise ski resort (which takes several kms. off the hike) and the addition of a knowledgable guide made this well worth the money. Chris was an excellent and very personable guide and tailored the hike to our needs. Would highly recommend this hike to anyone - locals or visitors.
        Written September 2, 2022
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Hi Paul, thank you for your review, and for your local's perspective. We do our best to offer value to all our clients through providing access to unique mountain experiences. In this case our van shuttle does save hikers from first navigating several km's of dull fireroad hiking (so you get to hike the good stuff). We appreciate you recommendation, and will pass along your kind words to Chris. He is a pleasure to work with as well as being a top guide. White Mountain Adventures Dennis Breymann
        Written September 6, 2022
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        David D
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Oct 2022
        My wife and I loved our guided hike with Jack on the Skokie Backcountry Tour. Jack's easy, consistent pace allowed us to soak in the beauty of the mountains. Confident, knowledgeable, and experienced Jack never once had us feeling unsafe or unsure of our surroundings.
        Jack was able to accurately gauge the fatigue (or lack thereof) in a group with ages ranging from 25-65 and schedule breaks at the perfect moments. The definite highlight of our hike was being within 30 metres of a herd of big horn sheep grazing while we had lunch. We plan on coming back to Banff and being guided by White Mountain Adventures (hopefully by Jack)!
        Written October 13, 2022
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Hi David, Thank you so much for your review! We have really enjoyed offering the Skoki Valley backcountry hiking experience again this year. It has been a joy to share this amazing nature experience away from crowds this summer. Jak has been a great addition to our team this year, we are glad you enjoyed your day together! Please do reach out to us the next time you visit the area, as we have lots of other spots we'd love to share with you. White Mountain Adventures Dennis Breymann
        Written October 14, 2022
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Wendy SH H
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jul 2024 • Solo
        The guide was amazingly knowledgeable and interesting. I learned a lot and could share what I learned on a tour I took the next day with a less knowledgeable guide. The hike was great, the wildflowers were amazing and the mountains are just beautiful.
        Written July 30, 2024
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        Hi Wendy, Thank you for your review! The Skoki Valley is a favourite area of our guides for hiking, both for its beauty and because it sees so few visitors.
        Written August 7, 2024
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Bartelli
        Aptos91 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jul 2024 • Couples
        We had amazing weather to enjoy our backcountry hike with Adrienne leading us. She was very knowledgable and happily shared her experiences with us as we hiked. Adrienne managed to keep everyone engaged and hiking at a pace that worked for everyone. She let the group split the lunch break into two destinations so we could enjoy the epic scenery around us. Adrienne also went the extra mile for us (literally) as we left our bear spray in the shuttle bus. We were able to connect with her and retrieve our spray. An awesome trek and we very nearly had the place to ourselves.
        Written August 18, 2024
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Thank you for your review, and for recognizing Adrienne in her efforts to keep your entire group happy. It can be a challenge when folks of different abilities come together on a public tour. Skoki is a favourite destination to hike for our guides, as our exclusive van shuttle allows us to access this special place, sharing the trails with only the hardiest of souls who choose to hike the gated access road.
        Written August 26, 2024
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Diane D
        Sudbury, Canada3 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Sept 2022 • Solo
        Excellent day with like-minded people! I truly am grateful for what White Adventures has to offer as I couldn’t have achieved this hiking goal without them! The weather was amazing but I think the views and the people you spend the day with is the true experience. Our guide, Monica was well prepared, friendly and knowledgeable. My tip is dress in layers and wear good footwear when you travel in the mountains. Enjoy!
        Written September 6, 2022
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        Thank you for your review! We are fortunate to have Monica on our team this year. We are glad you enjoyed your day hiking with us!
        Written September 7, 2022
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Hannah t
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Sept 2021
        WOW, what an experience! The views were exquisite. Jennifer was such a lovely guide. Not only was she extremely knowledgeable, but she took the time to get to know each of us as well. She really made the difference between a good trip and an amazing trip. Thank you!
        Written September 19, 2021
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Thank you for your review! We are lucky to be offer exclusive experiences like the Skoki Valley guided hike, but it is guides like Jennifer that make each trip so much more.
        Written September 22, 2021
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        C G
        6 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        What a great day it was. Our hike was great. It's a combination of things that made it so. Aiden, our guide, was very knowledgeable and informative. The hike was beautiful. I would consider it pretty much manageable for most if the distance is not a factor (we hiked 8 & 1/2 miles). We took a nice break for lunch overlooking a beautiful lake. We took several smaller breaks along the way. They offer several types of sandwiches, and everyone seemed to enjoy their choice. I had a veggie sandwich, and it was delicious. Apples, granola bars, bananas, fruit box drinks, and water were also offered. We were picked up at 9:00 in Lake Louise. The rest of the group was picked up earlier in Banff. We finished the hike at about 3:30. I would highly recommend White Mountain Adventures to hike with.
        Written September 23, 2024
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        Thank you so much for your review and recommendation. We are very fortunate as a company to have the permissions required to provide guided hikes in this special corner of the park. We will pass along your kind words to Aidan
        Written September 24, 2024
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        Rabia P
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Sept 2021
        Wonderful and memorable hike. Great service. Chris, our tour guide exceeds expectation, very professional, nice and kind, showed us all the hidden and amazing spots. Highly recommended, VIP service!!
        Written September 17, 2021
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Thank you for your review! We are very lucky to have Chris on the team again this summer. We are fortunate to have add the Skoki hike to our list of exclusive hiking experiences, and are glad you were able to join us
        Written September 22, 2021
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