Embark on an 8-day adventure through the Rocky Mountains on our Caribou tour. Explore national parks, encounter wildlife, and immerse yourself in Indigenous cultures.
Vancouver - Revelstoke
Bridal Veil Falls Provincial Park - Our first stop features a short walk through a west coast rainforest to admire Bridal Veil Falls.
Hope - We’ll pause to gather lunch supplies in Hope, BC, known as the “Chainsaw Carving Capital of Canada”.
Kekuli Café Coffee- Merritt - Here, we will enjoy an indigenous lunch.
Last Spike - Visit this historic site where the final railroad spike on the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven in November 1885, uniting Canada from West to East.
Revelstoke - We will spend the night in the picturesque mountain town of Revelstoke.
Revelstoke - Banff
Natural Escapes Kayaking, Canoeing and SUP - In Revelstoke, you’ll have the option to kayak on a lake in beautifully crafted wooden kayaks, surrounded by stunning mountain scenery!
Golden Skybridge - Walk along some of Canada’s tallest suspension bridges for breathtaking views!
Banff - Continuing onwards, we’ll enter the Rocky Mountains and cross the Kicking Horse Pass into Alberta and Banff National Park. Our day concludes in the historic town of Banff, nestled in the heart of the mountains.
Banff - Wilderness Stay
Moraine Lake - Our day begins at the breathtaking Moraine Lake, located in the Valley of the Ten Peaks. Please note that this is a seasonal stop.
Lake Louise - We’ll visit one of the most famous and photographed lakes in the world, Lake Louise!
Crowfoot Glacier - Discover why it’s called the Crowfoot Glacier.
Mistaya Canyon - Tonight, we stay in a rustic wilderness hostel alongside Rampart Creek, Mosquito Creek, or the Athabasca River. Why not take a dip in the creek, then relax in the wood-burning sauna, before enjoying a campfire under the stars tonight?
Icefields Parkway - Nordegg
Abraham Lake - Next, we will arrive at the stunning Abraham Lake, known for its rugged peaks and striking ice bubbles in winter.
Nordegg - We will spend the remainder of our day at the incredible Wilderness Hostel for a home-cooked meal, some stargazing, and an optional sauna.
Nordegg - Banff
Banff National Park - As we continue down the Icefields Parkway, we will make another stop at the gorgeous Hector Lake viewpoint.
Waterfowl Lakes - Then, we head to Waterfowl Lakes to soak in the backdrop of Mount Chephren, named after the 4th Dynasty Egyptian Pharaoh.
Hector Lake - We will make another stop at the beautiful Hector Lake viewpoint as we continue down the Icefields Parkway.
Banff - After this, we’ll return to Banff for a group dinner. Once our bellies are full, the night is yours! Explore Banff’s nightlife or take a relaxing dip in the Banff Upper Hot Springs.
Banff free day
Banff - Spend the day as you wish in the heart of the Rocky Mountains! Whether hiking, exploring the town, or for an additional cost, rafting the Kicking Horse River, taking the Sulphur Mountain gondola, or relaxing in the Upper Hot Springs…the choice is yours!
Banff - Kelowna
Takakkaw Falls - These magnificent falls in Yoho National Park are some of the highest in Canada at 381m! Note: this is a seasonal stop.
Emerald Lake - We’ll stop for photos at the pristine Emerald Lake, also in Yoho NP. Note: this is a seasonal stop.
Natural Bridge - Not far from Emerald Lake, we’ll check out this natural wonder, which spans the Kicking Horse River. Note: this is a seasonal stop.
Kalamalka Lake Lookout - We’ll also stop for a photo at the stunning Kalamalka Lake viewpoint after reaching the Okanagan Valley.
Kelowna - Vancouver
Okanagan Lake - Today, we cross the beautiful Okanagan Lake and climb over high mountain passes as we make our way to the west coast.
Skaha Lake Park - Our included activity is stand-up paddleboarding on Skaha Lake in Penticton.
Othello Tunnels - We’ll explore the Othello Tunnels, named after the Shakespearean character, and part of the now-defunct Kettle Valley Railway system, before concluding the tour in Vancouver.
- 7 nights accommodation in mixed gender, hostel dorm-style rooms
- National Park fees
- Entrance to Golden Skybridge
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Moose Bus transportation
- Breakfast
- Services of a professional & fun tour guide/driver
- Paddleboarding on Skaha Lake
- Meals except as indicated under Inclusions
- Optional activities
The 8 day Caribou tour is a great way to see the Canadian Rocky Mountains and the highlights of southern British Columbia. Travel the world famous Icefields Parkway and visit Banff, Nordegg and Yoho National Parks on our most popular tour. Hiking in the mountains, swimming in stunning lakes, chasing waterfalls, spotting wildlife, and exploring Indigenous cultures await. And get your thrill (or chill) on by trying some of the optional activities!
Note: some of your fellow travellers will have already travelled together on one of our longer combination tours.
Moose tours are designed for 18 to 39 year olds, but we welcome all adventurous travellers that are 18+.
- Minimum age is 18 years
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Luggage Restrictions: Each passenger is restricted to one reasonably sized main backpack, bag, or suitcase to be stored in the bus luggage compartment, with a maximum allowable weight of 23kg (50lbs) and maximum linear dimensions (Height + Width + Depth) of 158cm (62in). In addition, each passenger may bring one small daypack that will be carried in the passenger compartment of the bus. Moose reserves the right to refuse to accept luggage that exceeds our weight and/or size restrictions. Moose will not cover any storage costs incurred by the client as a result. If Moose chooses to accept overweight or oversize luggage, we will charge a fee of $50 per bag for overweight/oversize pieces. Note that the decision to accept an overweight/oversize piece can only be made at departure.
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
