 Jasper National Park Centennial - Guided 5 Day Backpacking Trip Enjoy a once in a lifetime guided outdoor hiking adventure! This highly recommended Jasper adventure will provide a scenic, helicopter assisted, guided hiking adventure through historic Whirlpool Valley and Athabasca Pass in Jasper National Park.
Historical Significance of this fantastic Jasper Hike:
The epic explorer, David Thompson, pioneered this mountain passage nearly two centuries ago as a way over the continental divide for the expanding fur trade. This trade route is full of legend and mystery. It was believed to be the haunt of the legendary woolly mammoth as well as other beasts of lore. This hiking pass was mistakenly thought to be flanked by the two highest peaks in North America for nearly 100 years; Mounts Hooker and Brown, causing much frustration for the various explores who attempted to find and climb them. Today, this hiking route is not nearly as dangerous as it once was, but it still brings about nostalgic feelings when hiking its many fur trade ruins and signs of its' incredible past.
Guided Hiking Price: $2089.00 per hiker. This Jasper guided hiking price includes helicopter fees, guide, food, permits, and group gear. Price does not include GST or gratuity.
Two departure dates for this exciting hiking opportunity are available:
September 4, 2007 and September 8, 2007.
Each hiking group travels for five days, up the Whirlpool Valley to Athabasca Pass or from Athabasca Pass down the Whirlpool Valley. Guided participants fly 100km via a Bell 407 helicopter, to either begin or finish the hike trip, depending on their departure date. Extra time is included for scenic Jasper stops, comfortable camping, and a full day of exploring of the Scott Glacier basin.
Guided hiking guests will experience beautiful natural pristine Jasper scenery, wildlife and an exciting history. Your Jasper hiking guide will take care of all the logistics; safety, navigation, food, comfort, and entertainment. Your hike benefits from the expertise of professional Backpacking Guides and Interpreters sanctioned through the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG) and Mountain Parks Heritage Interpretation Association (MPHIA) respectively.
Contact us for detailed itineraries or other general inquiries: hike@hikejasper.com.
*Please note that guided hiking space is limited to six participants per departure date and will operate with a minimum of four (total) participants. Registration for this Jasper guided hiking trip must be received by August 21, 2007.
|
Jasper's Ultimate Athabasca Valley Adventure  Join Professional Jasper Guides on the ultimate Athabasca valley full day adventure that takes you on the Athabasca River and up Morro Peak, to over look Jasper's incredible Athabasca Valley. The ultimate way to experience Jasper National Park, your professional hiking guides are also accredited canoe guides, interpreters, and active members of the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides. Some of Jasper's finest will make sure you enjoy a safe adventure, and provide you with local knowledge of Jasper's surrounding mountain area.
 Jasper Ultimate Athabasca Valley Guided Hiking Trip Prices: Adult hikers - $195.00. Children (12-14) $99.00.
Your day begins at 7:30 am. You will be picked up and transported to the Sixth Bridge of Jasper's Maligne Canyon where you will begin your tranquil journey, traveling 12 km down the Athabasca River.
Your guide will paddle with you through one of the most inspiring sections of Jasper's Athabasca River, offering breathtaking views of the Front and Main Mountain Ranges and traveling through active wildlife areas. Upon reaching your pull out you will be guided up Morro Peak and ascend approximately 700 meters (2100 ft) to a broad summit with expansive views of the hiking route you have covered that day. Allowing a minimum of 30 minutes at this hike's summit, your guided hike will continue down the mountain to your awaiting transportation back to Jasper.
Experience is not necessary for this Jasper guided hiking trip. Hikers are expected to be in reasonable physical shape, able to hike for five hours and paddle for two. Bring proper footwear for hiking, rain/wind jacket, hat, sunglasses, a warm sweater, a camera, and drinking water. Lunch and all essential paddling equipment are provided by your guides. People with special dietary needs or restrictions are required to notify Jasper's guided hiking organizations at the time of booking. Allow 9 hours for this full day hiking adventure. The Ultimate Athabasca Adventure sets out two days a week; Wednesdays and Saturdays. A minimum of three adult hiking participants are required to operate. Participants must be 12 years of age or older for this guided hiking Jasper gem.
Season for this hiking trip is May 1 to October 31. Departure times are 7:30 - 8:30 am.
Email hike@hikejasper.com for more info.
|
Jasper's Peak Adventure Hike  Experience mountains how they are meant to be seen... from the top! This great Jasper guided hiking trip will take you to the summit of Morro Peak (1,676 m); overlooking the Athabasca Valley and surrounding mountains.
Regular Hiking Departures: Call to book your time (allow 5-6 hours).
Jasper's Peak Adventure Guided Hiking Price: Price: $110.00 per person
Transportation is provided to and from the hike.
This true adventure is safely lead by a professional hiking guide certified by the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides. No hiking experience is necessary to enjoy this adventure, and this guided trip does not require the use of climbing ropes. The Peak Adventure is challenging and will satisfy your taste for the ultimate Jasper mountain experience. 
Bring good hiking boots/shoes, water, a snack, rain jacket, light sweater, and your camera!
Email hike@hikejasper.com for more info.
|
Jasper Guided Hiking NOTES: Guided hiking inquiries will be contacted quickly with additional information and specific trip itineraries, equipment lists, and personal information questionnaires. Hiking participants are required to sign legal waivers and release forms that will be sent by Hike Jasper's reccomended hiking guides. All hikers are encouraged to allow for an extra day or two in Jasper, after your scheduled hiking return dates (September 8th and 12th); to facilitate any unforeseen difficulties with helicopter transportation due to inclement weather.
Be prepared - The above guided hiking trips in Jasper will no doubt put a "natural" smile on your face. It is not uncommon to have a sense of well-being restored and an increase in drive to be out in nature. Wild animals are often seen on Jasper's guided hikes which may also invoke "feel good" endorphins.
Let Jasper Alberta's hiking trails be this year's natural cure for your wish to actively witness nature at its' finest!
|
|
|
* These Jasper guided hikes are lead by professional guides certified by the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides. 
Guided Hiking Trips
Described Here:
- Jasper Ultimate Athabasca Valley Adventure
- Peak Adventure Hike
- Jasper National Park Centennial - Guided 5 Day Backpacking Trip
|
