Stargazing Snowshoe Tour, Kananaskis

Enjoy the incredible sights and sounds of a Rocky Mountains landscape after the sun has gone down.

Join your skilled interpreter on a starlit tour through a frosty forest, enjoy a hot drink in a mountain meadow and be awe-struck by the spectacular vastness of the milky way before your eyes.

Your winter stargazing adventure begins when you meet your guide in Kananaskis Village and get fitted with snowshoes and a headlamp. Once you reach the open meadow by the river, you can relax, take in the night sky and enjoy cookies and hot chocolate while your guide sets up the telescope.

As you traverse the snow-covered trails on your snowshoes, your guide will explain the mysteries of the sky above, sharing fascinating celestial stories and pointing out constellations. Far from city lights, the snowy winter landscape becomes the ideal backdrop for a magical evening. Whether you’re a first-time adventurer or a seasoned stargazer, this unique tour promises an awe-inspiring encounter with the cosmos.

You are welcome to bring a camera and tripod to try some astrophotography or you can just hang out with the group, look through the telescope and chat about astronomy.

This tour leaves from the Kananaskis Village and is suitable for children 12 years and older. This easy hike is perfect for people of all abilities. Snowshoes will be provided should the conditions warrant.

The use of snowshoes for this tour depends on snow depth; if there is not sufficient snow the tour will involve hiking.

Duration:  2 hours

Season: 

• Fridays and Saturdays
• November to February: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
• March: 8:00pm - 10:00pm

What's included:

• Certified guide
• Snowshoes
  
• Headlamp
• Hot drink

Need to know:

• Minimum age for participation is 12 years.
• The use of snowshoes is dependant upon snow depth. If there is not sufficient snow the tour will involve hiking. 
• Children must be accompanied by an adult.
• Gratuities for your guide are greatly appreciated.
• Please dress appropriately for the weather. When reserving your tour day/time the tour operator can provide you with advice on what to wear.
• The tour operates rain, snow, clear skies or overcast. Should the guide deem the conditions unsafe for snowshoeing the tour provider will reschedule the tour for a later date.

Whether you are looking for a unique gift idea or fun things to do in Calgary in winter, the Kananaskis Winter Stargazing Tour is the right choice.

This unqiue snowshoe tour takes place at Kananaskis, Alberta. VIEW MAP

How To Book Your Experience