Guided Hiking and Backpacking Tours in the Canadian Wilderness
(dis)Connect, Engage, Experience. This is our mantra at Playwest Mountain Experience.
Featured Playwest Adventures
Most Popular Hiking Trips
Purcell Mountain Traverse
Invermere and Area
Time:
4 Nights, 5 Days
Group Size:
Up to 6
Difficulty:
Challenging
Meadows to Mountaintops
Invermere and Area, Canadian Rockies
Time:
5-6 hours
Group Size:
Up to 6
Difficulty:
Moderate/Intermediate
Disconnect • Reconnect • Explore • Engage •
A hiking experience you won’t forget
Why choose us?
Top-Ranked Hiking Guide in Invermere
Hikers have spoken! We only have 5-star reviews on Google and TripAdvisor. Check it out for yourself and see what other's are saying.
Local Hiking Experts
The Canadian Rockies and Purcell Mountains are our backyard, they are our home. We've been exploring this area for decades and know all of the peaks, valleys and the best waterfalls.
Professional Outdoor Guides
All of our guides are members of several professional associations, the most notable being the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG). They aim to inspire and educate our guests in a fun and safe environment, learning about our surroundings through story telling and the odd bad joke.
All-Inclusive Guided Hikes
You're on a hiking vacation, so won't have to lift a finger...but you will need to lift a foot. We handle the transportation, hiking permits, freshly packed lunches and can even use gear from our fleet (for free), if you need it.
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What the Playwest Adventurers Say
Hiking Reviews
Chris led us through some stunning hikes around the Invermere area. I really appreciated all of the guidance and tips on how to navigate more challenging terrain, including steep slopes and icy paths. Chris is extremely knowledgeable about the area and its geology, flora and fauna, so we learned a lot on each hike. He is a fabulous guide and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Playwest!
Michelle K
Google - 5 Stars
Chris guided us on our Sunsets & Fondue experience on Mt. Sansea. It exceeded our expectations!!!!! We met Chris at the lower parking lot & he drove us up to the upper lot in his Yukon--somewhat bumpy at times but still comfortable. He expertly shared hiking strategies & encouragement for steep sections going up & coming down with headlamps in the dark--2 78 year olds & a 64 year old with vision limitations. The sunset & the fondue was spectacular. We toasted 56 years of marriage!! Thanks, Chris for your expertise & hospitality. Excellent fondue!!
Marilyn W
Google - 5 Stars
My husband and I had an epic day hiking Pedley Pass with Chris! I was a bit nervous leading up to the trailhead, and appreciated being checked in on. We felt super safe on the trail and definitely jived with Chris’ sense of humour. He really gave us confidence on the trail and made it a memorable day! We’ll for sure be booking a guided hike with Chris again in the future.
Cindy L
Google - 5 Stars
Options For All Hiking Abilities
Trip Types
Full-Day Guided Hiking tours
Hiking in Kootenay National Park and the surrounding Canadian Rockies is something everyone should experience at least once. Our Signature Day Hikes take you to awe-inspiring places where you'll see glaciers, alpine tarns, turquoise lakes, gushing waterfalls and wildflower-filled meadows, on carefully curated full-day adventures.
Backpacking Trips
Our small-group, overnight backcountry adventures offer a true escape: peaceful trails, remote camps, and unforgettable alpine views. Want a sense of what it’s like? Take a look at a couple of past itineraries. If one calls to you, let’s start planning the multi-day mountain experience you’ve been dreaming of.
Mountain Hiking
Adventures
in the Canadian Rockies, Purcell Mountains and West Coast Trail
At Playwest Mountain Experience, we believe the best way to connect with nature, with others, and with yourself, is on the trail. Our guided hiking tours take you deep into the Canadian Rockies, the Purcell Mountains, and beyond. Led by professionally certified ACMG (Association of Canadian Mountain Guides) hiking guides, every adventure is personal, immersive, and unforgettable.
Whether you're hiking around Invermere, exploring the Columbia Valley, or chasing alpine lakes and waterfalls in the Canadian Rocky Mountains, we’ll take care of the details so you can focus on the experience.
