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Tea Tapa Crowsnest Pass

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Jason Rago, Your Pace in Crowsnest Pass
Guided by Jason Rago
My name is Jason. I moved to Calgary in 2022 to lead tours across Alberta, especially the Crowsnest Pass, which I love. I specialize in sightseeing, quirky road…
Travel And Tourism DiplomaEnglish
From$320 CAD/person
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Price may vary by group size

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Overview

Duration
9 hrs
Best for
Seniors, Friends or Small Groups, Nature Lovers
Language
English
Break stop
Meal break
Difficulty
Beginner-friendly
Experience type
Open group
Group size
Min 3 · Max 5 guests

Places you'll visit

Your guide takes you through Nanton, Chain Lakes, Crowsnest Pass, and Lundbreck Falls.

Availability

Available May – Sep

Tours run on Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Why you’ll love it

Benefits
  • Small-group attention
  • Hidden local spots
Activities
  • Scenic viewpoints
  • Historical storytelling
What makes it unique
  • Lived local experiences
  • An easy pace seeing what you want at each place, the chance to experience each stop as you like
Highlighted places
  • Burmis Tree
  • Bellevue Campground

Itinerary

  1. 1
    Departure & Drive to Chain Lakes
    Canyon Meadows Station → Nanton → Chain Lakes2h

    Guests depart at 9:00 AM from Canyon Meadows Station and travel south toward Chain Lakes via Nanton. A stop is included for photos and washroom access. This leg offers wide-open…

  2. 2
    Scenic Route into Crowsnest Pass
    Highway 22 → Crowsnest Pass1h 30min

    The journey continues along Highway 22 into the Crowsnest Pass region. Guests will enjoy scenic viewpoints and photo opportunities as the landscape transitions into mountainous terrain. This stretch highlights the…

  3. 3
    Landmark Stops & Frank Slide Presentation
    Burmis Tree, Bellevue Campground, Frank Slide1h 30min

    Guests will stop at key landmarks including the Burmis Tree and Bellevue Campground. At Frank Slide, guests will experience a presentation by site staff about the historic rockslide. This is…

  4. 4
    Lunch Break
    York Creek B&B or Bellevue Campground1h 30min

    Lunch will take place at York Creek B&B if available, or as a picnic at the campground. Guests can relax and enjoy the surrounding mountain environment. This stop provides a…

  5. 5
    Return Stops: Lundbreck Falls & Smiling Barn
    Lundbreck Falls & Smiling Barn45 min

    On the return journey, guests will stop at Lundbreck Falls for photos of the waterfall. A quick stop at the Smiling Barn offers a lighthearted photo opportunity. These short visits…

Transportation

Your guide provides transportThey drive you around for the duration of the experience.
Meeting point · 12777 Lake Fraser Dr SE

What's included

Guide service
  • Guide accompanies you throughout the experience
Transportation
  • Pickup & drop-off at designated locations
Food & Drink
  • Full meal
Entry tickets
  • Permit cost

What to bring

  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Camera or smartphone
  • Personal medications

Good to know

  • Weather conditions may change quickly
  • Limited restroom access
  • Activity requires waiver

Warranty

  • No-show guarantee: Full tour refund* if your guide does not show up on the tour date
  • On-time guarantee: Service extension if guide arrives more than 30 minutes late

*Excludes non-refundable 3% service fee.

Insurance

Waiver required
Guests must sign a liability waiver before the experience

Cancellation & Refund

CA $250 refund

2 days+ before experience

Refund for the car rental if cancelled within 48hrs of the tour

Guide-initiated cancellations or no-show guarantee include a full refund of tour price and taxes (excluding the 3% service fee).

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