Explorez le parc national Waterton depuis Calgary
Description
Explorez les paysages époustouflants du parc national des Lacs-Waterton, site classé au patrimoine mondial de l'UNESCO dans les Rocheuses canadiennes. Cette excursion d'une journée en petit groupe au départ de Calgary combine des balades panoramiques avec l'observation de la faune et des aperçus historiques. Admirez des lacs turquoises, des cascades et de charmantes villes de montagne sous la direction d'un habitant expérimenté. Parmi les points forts, vous pourrez visiter les chutes Cameron, le lotissement urbain de Waterton et le point de vue de l'hôtel Prince of Wales, avec des options pour explorer le canyon Red Rock ou le lac Cameron selon la saison. Profitez de temps libre pour déjeuner et des promenades dans la nature, ce qui en fait une évasion parfaite dans la nature. - Visite en petit groupe assurant une expérience personnalisée - Route panoramique depuis Calgary à travers des paysages à couper le souffle - Visitez des sites emblématiques comme Cameron Falls et le Prince of Wales Hotel
Options de l'excursion
Itinéraire
Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump est l’un des sites historiques et culturels les plus importants de l’Alberta et un site du patrimoine mondial de l’UNESCO. Pendant des milliers d'années, les peuples autochtones des Plaines se sont servis de cet endroit pour chasser le bison en le conduisant sur la falaise. Le site préserve l'histoire, la culture et les traditions des Pieds-Noirs et des autres nations des Plaines.
Découvrez la beauté naturelle des chutes Lundbreck, où la rivière Crowsnest s'abat sur des cascades jumelles dans une gorge rocheuse pittoresque. Situé juste à côté de l'autoroute 3 dans le sud-ouest de l'Alberta, ce point de vue facile d'accès offre de superbes possibilités de photos, des sentiers paisibles au bord de la rivière et une étape parfaite pour les amoureux de la nature qui explorent la région.
Découvrez l'emblématique Bison Paddock de Waterton, une prairie panoramique où vous pourrez observer un troupeau de bisons en liberté dans un décor montagneux époustouflant. Profitez d'une observation facile de la faune, de paysages balayants et d'un aperçu unique du patrimoine naturel du parc, parfait pour des arrêts rapides et des photos mémorables.
Explorez le canyon dynamique de Red Rock dans le parc national des Lacs-Waterton, où les formations rocheuses marquées de rouge et de vert contrastent avec l'eau cristalline des montagnes. Cette boucle facile et familiale offre de superbes spots photos, de courtes randonnées et des vues inoubliables sur l’une des merveilles naturelles les plus uniques de l’Alberta.
Découvrez le charme de Waterton Town et la beauté à couper le souffle du lac Waterton, entouré de sommets accidentés et d'une faune riche. Promenez-vous dans le pittoresque village au bord du lac, profitez d'une vue panoramique sur les montagnes et prenez une pause déjeuner de 40 minutes pour vous détendre et vous imprégner du paysage, parfait pour les visites, les repas et les aventures en plein air.
Visitez Cameron Falls, la superbe cascade de Waterton qui tombe en cascade dans une piscine sereine encadrée par une verdure luxuriante. Un belvédère facile d'accès et de courts sentiers pédestres le rendent parfait pour les photos, les amoureux de la nature et une halte paisible lors de votre exploration du parc national des Lacs-Waterton.
Découvrez l'élégance historique de l'hôtel Prince of Wales, perché au-dessus du lac Waterton avec une vue imprenable sur les montagnes et le lac. Ce monument emblématique offre un aperçu de l'architecture du début du XXe siècle, parfait pour les photos, les visites touristiques et profiter des paysages à couper le souffle du parc national des Lacs-Waterton.
Points forts
Ce qui est inclus
Lieux et horaires de prise en charge
Première option : La prise en charge au Holiday Hôtel & Suites Calgary Airport North East est prévue 08h30 Deuxième option : Prise en charge au Hyatt Regency Downtown Calgary Prévu 9 h 00.
Avis des voyageurs
Informations importantes
- Landau ou poussette possible pour les bébés et enfants en bas âge
- Transports en commun disponibles à proximité
- Sièges enfants avec besoins spéciaux disponibles
- Convient à toutes les conditions physiques
Avis(28)
Really enjoyed this tour! Everything was well arranged, the scenery was amazing, and the guide was very nice and helpful. It was a relaxing and fun day trip, and I would definitely recommend it.
Great trip! Great guide very enthusiastic!
It was an amazing trip! The scenery was beautiful and Jay was a wonderful tour guide. He was very helpful, informative, and considerate. He made the experience wonderful. I would definitely recommend this trip!
It was very fun. The scenery was amazing and Jay was a great tour guide. He was very helpful. An amazing trip overall!
Jaleel provided excellent service. Very professional, nice pace, easy to understand, Always meeting our needs, never rushing. Would definitely like to have him as our tour guide again.
An excellent day trip from Calgary to Waterton National Park and Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump with Rockies and Badland Explorer. Everything about this tour exceeded my expectations. The scenery throughout the trip was absolutely stunning. Waterton National Park is a beautiful destination with breathtaking landscapes, and the addition of Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump made this tour truly unique. This historic site is rarely included in similar day trips on the market, and it was definitely worth visiting. It added a fascinating cultural and historical dimension to the experience. The tour was very well organized, with a thoughtfully planned itinerary and excellent selection of stops. The timing at each location was just right, allowing us to enjoy the attractions without feeling rushed. A special thanks to our driver and guide, Waleed, who was professional, friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive throughout the day. He made the journey enjoyable and ensured everything ran smoothly. The vehicle was in excellent condition—very new, clean, spacious, and comfortable, which made the long drive relaxing. Complimentary snacks and beverages were also provided, which was a thoughtful touch and greatly appreciated.
I had the pleasure to taking the Waterton National Park Tour with Rockies & Badlands Explorers. Waleed, the owner, picked me up at the designated airport hotel location in a 2026 Lexus vehicle. Several clients had canceled due to the 2 weeks of bad weather Calgary had experienced prior to the tour date, but Waleed kept the tour for the 2 remaining clients. This is a rare occurrence as usually tour companies may cancel the tour if there aren’t enough passengers. Most companies supply room temperature bottled water, but Waleed’s company went far beyond the typical fare. Regular and sparking water were chilled in a cooler as well as various soda /pop and iced coffee drinks. Snacks of chips and candy bars were offered throughout the tour. Waleed’s company offered a unique stop at the Head-Smashed-in Buffalo Jump World Heritage Site which was an unexpected delight. I believe he is the only day tour company who stops here. The rest of the tour to Waterton Lake National Park was great. He even stopped at the Bison Padlock Loop twice when we couldn’t see any bison the 1st time. They were hiding behind a hill. We were blessed with a full double rainbow on our way back to Calgary.
Thank you for your wonderful and detailed review! We're delighted you enjoyed your Waterton National Park adventure and appreciated the personalized service throughout the day. It means a lot that you recognized our commitment to operating the tour even with a small group. We're especially glad you enjoyed the refreshments, the unique visit to Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump, and the extra effort to find the bison. Your kind words and support are truly appreciated, and we hope to welcome you back on another adventure soon!
I had the pleasure of taking the Waterton National Park Tour with Rockies & Badlands Explorers. Waleed, the owner, picked me up at the designated airport location in a 2026 Lexus vehicle. Several clients had cancelled due to the 2 weeks of bad weather Calgary had experienced prior to the tour date, but Waleed kept the tour for the 2 remaining clients. This is a rare occurrence as usually tour companies may cancel the tour if there aren’t enough passengers. Most companies supply room temperature bottled water, but Waleed’s company went far beyond the typical fare. Bottled and sparking water were chilled in a cooler as well as various soda /pop, and iced coffee drinks. Snacks of chips and candy bars were offered throughout the tour. Waleed’s company offered a unique stop at the Head-Smashed-in Buffalo Jump World Heritage Site which was an unexpected delight. I believe he is the only day tour company who stops here. The rest of the tour to Waterton Lake National Park was great. He even stopped at the Bison Padlock twice when we couldn’t see any bison the 1st time. They were hiding behind a hill.
Thank you for your wonderful and detailed review! We're delighted you enjoyed your Waterton National Park adventure and appreciated the personalized service throughout the day. It means a lot that you recognized our commitment to operating the tour even with a small group. We're especially glad you enjoyed the refreshments, the unique visit to Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump, and the extra effort to find the bison. Your kind words and support are truly appreciated, and we hope to welcome you back on another adventure soon!
great service love waterton must do
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted you loved Waterton and enjoyed the service. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back on another adventure soon!
It was a good experience and a good memory. He was attentive, providing information and advice. I liked that he was flexible and could arrange different places or stops. He also offered water and snacks.
Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted you had a memorable experience and appreciated the flexibility, information, and personalized service. We're glad you enjoyed the snacks and refreshments as well. We hope to welcome you back on another adventure soon!
