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    Timberline Tours

    4.5 (21 reviews)
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    Ali G.

    I couldn't have been happier with our experience on our group horseback ride with Timberline Tours. Allison was a most excellent tour guide, and Sue was so friendly and helpful both on the phone originally booking this trip and when we arrived. Our horseback ride was the definite highlight of our trip to the national parks and a wonderful way to experience the mountains of Lake Louise. I'd definitely return for another horseback ride with this group if given the opportunity in the future. Our 3.5 hour horseback ride was booked via phone call over a month in advance of our trip to the national parks. We were very pleased that they were able to accommodate our small group (4 of us) including one person who would not have been welcomed by some other outfits due to his stature, as some places do not have horses able to carry such tall clients. We were happy that our tour was just us 4 with our guide. The guide, Allison, was excellent. She really knew the area and was very familiar with our horses. She also gave great directions to lost hikers we encountered on the path for horses. Our path also joined up with the general hiking path and the hikers were very polite (and a bit in awe) as we passed. My horse was very friendly and liked to stop to rest frequently (sometimes for attention from the hikers on the path). The weather was great and we had space in our saddle bags for some of our belongings. We stopped for some great photos and really enjoyed the excellent views. Our stop at the Lake Agnes Teahouse was another highlight of our trip. We were quite pleased overall, and it was nice that we were able to park by Timberline Tours to walk about the area after our ride. We also got to play with the dogs on site. This place has outhouses available if you need a restroom before your horseback ride. All in all, I cannot recommend this horseback ride enough!!

    Jeff N.

    Our group of three accidentally stumbled across this GEM of a place at Lake Louise! Family run business, Sue the owner, is so personable and friendly!! We had such a great time on a two and a half hour ride around Lake Louise, our tour guide was great, horses were impressively maintained and beautiful. I would highly, highly recommend this to anyone wanting a relaxing and memorable ride around Lake Louise! Thank you Sue for a great time! -your California boys PS: lots of cute puppies on premises

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    Mr B.

    Location, location, location - this is but one of two operators allowed in the park on horseback. They service the lodge in the backcountry and that open options to adventure and explore on horse with them unlike nearly anyone else! The results, if taken off the beaten path you can go days without seeing even a handful of people and explore areas that are truly difficult by foot. The well established campsite they have in the backcountry is electric fence protected from bears and that's an added bonus. The only downside is that the cost isn't in proportion to guide quality and food provided. Guides are skilled and friendly but young and don't offer a deep knowledge of geology, flora, fauna, etc. The tour operator has high staff turnover so that's the reason, not an excuse. At $500/person/day I expected more and was truly disappointed when American cheese, white bread, and packaged meat was the baseline for lunch and canned beans came out for dinner! If you can fast for as long as you're out, use the daunting views and environment as a compensation mechanism, and aren't seeking to learn anything but the basics then this is good as a solution to getting off the beaten path. Next time I'd know better and plan accordingly to ensure five star experience...

    Great trip!!!! We took the 4 day 3 night trip into the back country with Timberline Tours. It was GREAT. My 15 year old son wished it was twice as long! We had 2 gals leading the tour Sydney and Louisa. They have been doing this tour for years and did a GREAT job. They take care of everything and are very friendly and knowledgable. I have read some complaints. You need to go with your eyes open. #1 this is CAMPING!!! If you hate camping then this is not the trip for you. They are allowed to set up their camps in the national park so everything has to be temporary. So the outhouse is a small tent. The tents have a drop cloth as their floor. (you want platforms, etc then you can't be in the national park.) Food - some folks complained. SERIOUSLY! Again you are camping. The food was GREAT for camping. We had French toast, pancakes, oatmeal, scrambled eggs/toast and bacon or sausages every morning. For dinner we had pasta, chicken, burritos, salad. There were cookies every lunch and desert every night. They offered popcorn, trailmix, chips and salsa, and more when they were cooking dinner. The lunches were on HUGE bagels or wraps. We had to tell them to pack less, they offered lots of food so you are not going to starve! I had seconds for breakfast and dinner!!! And they did the best they could to accommodate everyone. One of the people on our trip was vegetarian (she told them before) and she was very happy with the food they provided. Horses, etc. SO the trails could be challenging. We went in mid June and there was a lot or mud but they cannot control that. The horses were well trained but they are horses, you have to control them. Some folks act like they are on a ride and surprised when they have to do things to control the horses. We have done a pack trip like this before and this was similar. Anyone complaining should have thought about what they were doing before they went. As I said CAMPING. And both trips I went on there were exciting parts of the trail and rivers to cross where you WILL get wet. Ultimately we were VERY happy with the trip. Only complaint - the owner needs to communicate a bit more before you come and update the website (packing list on the website was not helpful) and the website prices were outdated which is not good. But even with the price increase it was a good deal.

    Denise M.

    This is an outstanding, family run company!! My husband and I enjoy a wonderful 5 hour ride, and this experience was one of the highlights of our trip. Our guide, Ren, was super friendly and knowledgable. He was patient and kind toward us with our novice horseback riding skills. The views were amazing and continued throughout the entire ride. Sue, the owner, was/is a sweet and caring person who clearly loves her horses, and her staff. It was apparent that the staff worked as a team to provide the very best experience for visitors. I highly recommend Timberline Tours for the very best horseback riding experience at Lake Louise. Thank you Sue, Ren, and the entire Timberline Tours staff. We love you guys and we will be sure to come back for another horseback ride when we return to Lake Louise.

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    Amazing time riding with my daughters. Would recommend to anyone looking for an easy, welcoming ride for the family.

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    Review Highlights - Timberline Tours

    Sue was very accommodating and was able to offer a 45 minute prairie ride with Allison as our guide.

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    Lake Louise - An incredible destination

    Lake Louise

    4.7(216 reviews)
    0.4 km

    The iconic landmark in Banff that everyone has to see! However since we came in early March, the…read morelake was frozen over and was a winter wonderland! Although we didn't get to see the clear blue waters of the lake, this was an entirely new view that was just as memorable! Note: You need a Banff Park Pass to enter! You can buy it online or at the booths when you get to the entrance of the park. - PARKING - We parked in the lot right next to the lake as directed by the parking attendants there. There's a lodge with bathrooms in the same parking lot too! You simply walk into the tree area, about 3 minutes, and you'll see the sign of Lake Louise and the lake beyond it! - EXPERIENCE - There are signs of thin ice, but there were so many people walking, running, and even sliding on the lake! We had shoe grips on just in case, which I think were nice to have as we walked - felt very sturdy! I did see other people without grips and they just had to walk a bit slower. They also had an ice rink and snow bar outside! - OVERALL - A beautiful sight to see, even in the wintertime!

    Coming to Lake Louise was a last-minute addition on my first trip to Banff National Park. I could…read morenot come all the way here and not see this beautiful lake. Lake Louise is a turquoise-colored glacial lake that is surrounded by high peaks in Alberta's Banff National Park. It is a popular destination for tourists and outdoor enthusiasts. Lake Louise is known for its hiking trails, skiing and canoeing. Lake Louise is 30 minutes west of the Town of Banff. Parking here can be a real pain during peak season. Thankfully I was on a bus that dropped us off at the front. I came here during the summer and the crowds were crazy. But it was so worth it to finally see this lake in person. The water is crystal clear and has a greenish-blue color to it and is surrounded by a mountain range. Lake Louise lake's color is a result of natural geological processes and not artificially enhanced. In the distance you can see the Victoria Glacier. Lake Louise is named after Princess Louise, daughter of Queen Victoria. The historic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise is located at the edge of the lake and offers beautiful views for those that stay there. There are several hiking trails around the lake. I ended up walking the nature trail for a little while to get photos of the lake at different angles. It was hard to get clear shots because there were so many people. But I really enjoyed my time exploring the surrounding area. Coming to Lake Louise was totally worth it and a highlight for me on my trip to Banff National Park. Entry to Lake Louise requires a Banff National Park entry fee or pass. It is highly recommended to ride the shuttle here as parking is limited.

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    Great Divide Nature Interpretation

    Great Divide Nature Interpretation

    5.0(2 reviews)
    2.4 km

    We spent a few days in Banff and Lake Louise on a family vacation (grown kids, so 4 adults total)…read moreand had the absolute pleasure of booking two hiking days with Joel, and the experience was the highlight of our trip. Joel is super knowledgeable about the National Parks and the whole Lake Louise area, and shares engaging information during the hike that we found fascinating. He's great at answering questions, great to chat with, and I never knew what he would pull from his pack next that would help us understand more about the plants or animals or mountains surrounding us. The hikes themselves are tailored to what you share is your fitness level and desired experience, and the natural beauty is incredible. I cannot recommend enough to do a hike, a bird walk, a snowshoe, etc with Great Divide Nature Interpretation. Thank you, Joel, for a truly wonderful experience that we will never forget!

    I recently had reason to enquire about hikes based out of Lake Louise; I was thinking of staying at…read morethe Moraine Lake Lodge and on their website is a link to Great Divide Nature Interpretation guides. I was very much impressed by the speediness of reply to my email, the quality of the response -- very detailed, easy to understand, with several links explaining how the specific hike of the day I requested would work, maps re: that hike, and generalities about how hikes from Great Divide Nature Interpretation worked. Very impressive. As it turns out, I won't be able to participate in the hike. I suppose that makes this review perhaps not as complete as it could be, but I was so impressed by the customer service that I thought I should note it here. Here's an example of what they wrote: "A full outline of how our service works (including pricing and cancellation policies) is included at the end of this message. Or, see it all in colour on our website at www.greatdivide.ca. With our service, the first person to book for any given date selects the hike length, difficulty and destination for day. Other people are then invited to join that hike to a maximum of 8. Or, we can take your private booking. On September 5 we have a full day hike with space available for you to join, but it is located between Banff and Lake Louise and is not too long. You could expect to be finished at the trailhead around 3:30 pm. Sept 5 Stanley Glacier Moderate full day hike - moderate rise on a nicely switch-backed trail, one very short steep section. Distance: 8.4 km / 5.5 mi Elevation: 1200 ft / 365 m Time: 6 hours (with drive) Very interesting landscape because of fires both 40 years ago and in 2003. The final third is above the fire and in both old-growth forest and open alpine area with nice views. Marmots and pikas often seen. Stories include: fire ecology, wildflowers, wildlife (including moose, bears, lynx, hare, hummingbirds, and high country specialists) and glaciers. " Fantastic, no? That's just a short section. The email isn't too long, however, it's like Goldilocks. It's just right. If it's any indication of the quality of the hikes themselves, then you're assured of a fantastic time.

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    Rockies Heli Canada - Icefields Adventure Base

    Rockies Heli Canada - Icefields Adventure Base

    5.0(5 reviews)
    87.1 km

    Super fun trip! We went on the 20 min tour and were lucky enough to be the only people on our…read moreflight. Since we were a party of 2, we could sit in the front seats which usually requires an additional charge to guarantee those seats. The flight was super smooth and we loved being the co-pilot and see the glaciers from high above. Unfortunately there was a good amount of smoke coming from wildfires up north which led to somewhat poor visibility but we would highly recommend this to anyone. We'll definitely be back to a longer ride the next time we're in the rockies!

    For our family vacation in Banff, ten of us took a helicopter ride. It was the first for all of us…read morebut my mom in particular was nervous about it. Naturally, we put her in the co-pilot's seat. Mom is my co-pilot. And she absolutely loved it. We all did! There were some tummy flipping dips as we rode the currents between mountains, but we were in very capable hands with our pilots. I wouldn't say I'm a religious person, but I now understand what they mean by "God's country". Flying around the sun drenched peaks of the Canadian Rockies will make anyone believe in heaven. We saw azure blue mountain lakes, sprawling rivers and miles of blue peaked mountains. It was awe inspiring. After about 20 minutes of flying, our pilots gently touched down next to a mountain stream and led us upstream on a little hike to a beautiful waterfall. Then, just when things couldn't get better, they whipped out the CHAMPAGNE. In real GLASS glasses, which is waaaay better than the plastic ones I take to picnics. We explored the area and chatted with our very interesting and friendly pilots for over an hour. And of course, after several glasses of champs, my sis and I needed to hike to the top of the falls for topless Little Mermaid pix. To say everyone was happy would be an under(wear)statement. All of it was just glorious and I would highly recommend this to anyone! My mom is 80+ and had no problem with the ride or the hike. Just FYI, they do weigh everyone before flight. Our groups were both "a little" over the weight limit. Everything's bigger in Texas! But the pilots oked us to fly. I helpfully suggested if we needed to lighten our load, we should throw out my nephew before we lose the champagne. A girl's gotta have priorities!

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    Rocky Mountain Photo Adventures - Mountain Sheep

    Rocky Mountain Photo Adventures

    5.0(2 reviews)
    52.3 km

    Mark Unrau, owner of Rocky Mountain Photo Adventures, picked up my wife and I promptly at 4 a.m. at…read moreour hotel in Banff and drove us a few miles to a lake at the base of Mount Rundle. For approximately the next three hours, Mark patiently showed me how to best use my Nikon and walked me through how to shoot a good landscape photo. Although Mark obviously is a highly skilled expert, he was never patronizing. He was always personal and professional. I recommend him highly.

    When I was going to be in Banff for a conference, I arranged two consecutive private morning…read moresunrise workshops with Mark Unrau, owner of Rocky Mountain Photo Adventures. Right from the start, I was impressed with Mark's communication-- prompt, professional, and friendly. He picked me up both mornings from my lodge at 5:30am and took me to THE most gorgeous spots. We didn't stay clumped up with the rest of the photographers, as he knows the best spots away from the others so you can really focus (and get unique shots). I'm a hobbyist photographer who knows the basics, but I came away with a new appreciation for taking time to properly compose an image, working with a variety of filters to manage morning light, and understanding the ins and outs of long exposure shooting. I've been on many photo workshops in the past, and oftentimes the teacher is distracted by their own camera and capturing their own images while also trying to teach. This is NOT Mark. He does not bring out his camera (although he has ALL the equipment you could ever need) and gives you his 100% undivided attention. Mark is a truly gifted and passionate teacher who takes the time to learn about his student and their level of expertise, meets them where they are, and then extends their skills to improve their photography far beyond what I could have imagined. He's also an all around nice guy, who remains available to you after the workshop for questions, follow-up etc. I truly enjoyed my time with him and couldn't recommend him highly enough. Oh, and the shots I captured were truly breathtaking-- Thanks Mark!

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