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Guided Hiking trips available in 2025

Guided Hiking Tours

Available in 2025

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West Coast Trail

Trip Type:

Multi-Day Hike

Hiking Time

7-nights, 8 days

Distance:

75 kms

Difficulty:

Challenging

Starting at

$2349/person

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Purcell Mountain Expedition

Trip Type:

Multi-Day Hike

Hiking Time

3-nights, 4-days

Distance:

30 kms

Difficulty:

Challenging

Starting at

$1499/person

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The Bugaboo Mountains

Trip Type:

Multi-Day Hike

Hiking Time

2-Nights, 3-Days

Distance:

10+kms

Difficulty:

Moderate to Challenging

Starting at

$999/person

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Purcell Mountain Traverse

Trip Type:

Multi-Day Hike

Hiking Time

4 Nights, 5 Days

Distance:

30 kms

Difficulty:

Challenging

Starting at

$1599/person

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First Steps: Backpacking for Beginners

Trip Type:

Multi-Day Hike

Hiking Time

2 days, 1 night

Distance:

8-10 kms/day

Difficulty:

Moderate

Starting at

$399 per person

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Glacier View Trek

Trip Type:

Full-Day Hike

Hiking Time

Up to 4 hours

Distance:

10 kms

Difficulty:

Moderate

Starting at

$149/adult, $119/youth (12-18)

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The Pass

Trip Type:

Full-Day Hike

Hiking Time

Up to 6 hours of hiking

Distance:

10 kms

Difficulty:

Moderate to Intermediate

Starting at

$149/adult, $119/youth (12-18)

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Meadows to Mountaintops

Trip Type:

Full-Day Hike

Hiking Time

5-6 hours

Distance:

Up to 12 kms

Difficulty:

Moderate/Intermediate

Starting at

$149/adult, $119/youth (12-18)

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Signature Day Hike

Trip Type:

Full-Day Hike

Hiking Time

Up to 6 hours of hiking

Distance:

8-12 kms

Difficulty:

Moderate to Intermediate

Starting at

$149/adult, $119/youth (12-18)

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The Lookout

Trip Type:

Half-Day Hike

Hiking Time

Up to 4-hours

Distance:

6 kms

Difficulty:

Easy to Moderate

Starting at

$119/adult, $89/youth (12-18)

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Summits, Sunsets & Fondue

Trip Type:

Half-Day Hike

Hiking Time

3-4 hours

Distance:

2 kms

Difficulty:

Moderate

Starting at

$149/person

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Wild Wetlands

Trip Type:

Half-Day Hike

Hiking Time

4 hours

Distance:

6 kms

Difficulty:

Easy

Starting at

$119/adult, $89/youth (5-18)

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What the Playwest Adventurers Say

Hiking Reviews

Rated 5 stars on Google

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

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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 you can even use gear from our fleet (for free), if you need it.

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