Guided by Lindsay Bornau
I'm Lindsay, co-founder of Busy Beavers Touring Co. and a lifelong outdoor enthusiast who grew up hiking and camping across Western Canada. I specialize in crea…
Wilderness Level ⅲ First AidField Leader (HIKING)EnglishSpanish
$70 – $90 CAD/person
Includes tax and other fees. Estimates only — final price confirmed by your guide.
Price varies by group size
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Booking type *
Deposit – $100 CAD required at booking
Reserve Now and Pay Later – Card auto-charged 3 months before travel.
0.5% Carbon removal contribution – VELO contributes 0.5% of all profit through Stripe Climate, so booking here helps fund it.
Overview
Duration
1 day
Hours range
Min 4 hr – Max 6 hrs
Best for
Solo Travellers, Couples, Friends or Small Groups
Language
English, Spanish
Experience type
Private & Open group
Group size
Min 1 · Max 10 guests
Choose your areas
Your guide can shape this experience around Kananaskis. Let them know what you’d like to focus on, and you’ll plan the details together.
Availability
Available Year-round
Why you’ll love it
Benefits
- Simplified trip planning
- Small-group attention
What makes it unique
- Flexible itinerary
- Specialty chef-prepared lunch
What can be customized
Optional add-ons
Bring in extras to make the day yours.
Where you go
Shape the route and which spots you spend time at.
Pace and comfort
Set how relaxed or active it feels.
How customizing works
1
How far in advance should I book?
At least 1 weekAt least 2 weeksAt least 1 month
2
How does the customized planning process work?
Pay reservation fee
A reservation fee is required upfront so the guide can begin planning your customized experience.
Itinerary is discussed
You'll connect with your guide via message to go over your interests, must-see spots, and any special requests before locking in the route.
Final itinerary is confirmed
Once you're happy with the plan, your guide will finalize the itinerary.
Pay remaining balance
Once the itinerary is confirmed, you have 72 hours to complete payment for the remaining balance. If no payment is made within that window, the booking is automatically cancelled.
3
How long does it take to design the itinerary?
Within 2–3 days
4
When is the itinerary finalized?
We ask a series of questions and based on answers suggest options to the guest
5
How many revisions are allowed?
Up to 10 revisions are included at no extra cost. Additional revisions may be discussed on a case-by-case basis.
6
Can I request changes after confirmation?
Yes, changes before the final paymentLimited changes may be allowedChanges may affect pricing or availabilityNo change after confirmation
Transportation
Your guide provides transportThey drive you around for the duration of the experience.
Meeting point · We have a pickup point in northwest Calgary, just off the Crowfoot LRT station, with plenty of guest parking available. We also offer pickups at any location in Canmore
What's included
Guide service
- Guide accompanies you throughout the experience
Transportation
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
- Pickup & drop-off at designated locations
Equipment
- Hiking equipment (bear spray, poles, water filtration, etc)
- Safety equipment (first aid equipment, emergency communication devices, etc)
Food & Drink
- Accommodation of dietary preferences
- Full meal (Both snacks and meals)
What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Hiking boots (required)
- Weather-appropriate clothing
Good to know
- Weather conditions may change quickly
- Wildlife may be present
- Wildfire smoke or fire restrictions may affect the experience
Warranty
- No-show guarantee: Full tour refund* if your guide does not show up on the tour date
*Excludes non-refundable 3% service fee.
Insurance
General Liability Insurance
Covers guest injury or property damage arising from this guide's business activities
Auto Insurance Coverage
Covers guests during transportation provided by this guide
Deposit
Deposit is non-refundable
The deposit is retained once the booking is placed, even if the experience is later cancelled.
Cancellation & Refund
Full refund*
7 days+ before experience
Full refund up to 7 days prior to the trip
50% refund
2 days – 7 days before
Partial refund when a guest cancels 2-7 days prior to a trip
Guide-initiated cancellations or no-show guarantee include a full refund of tour price and taxes (excluding the 3% service fee).