This easy 3-kilometre trail through Kootenay National Park to see the historical Paint Pots is the perfect introduction to snowshoeing. You'll hike along a snowy forest path to the Paint Pots, a cultural treasure, with an option to try tobogganing on a crazy carpet slide. This small-group tour includes round-trip transportation from Banff, snowshoes, hot chocolate and a uniquely Canadian treat - hot maple taffy made in the snow by your guide.
Professional guide
Snowshoes
Hiking pole
Hot chocolate and a maple taffy treat
Return transport from Banff
Small group size (up to 12 guests per guide)
Gratuities
Entry/Admission - Kootenay National Park
Any other personal expense
Any kind of insurance
Any other fee beside activity fee
You must be ready 15 minutes prior to the tour departure time.
Not wheelchair accessible
Minimum age is 8 years.
Guests should dress in ski wear for this trip including a winter jacket, ski pants, hats, mittens, and warm winter boots.
All children aged 15 years and under must be accompanied by someone 18 years and older.
All adults must sign a waiver prior to the tour. A waiver must also be completed by the parent or guardian of any child under the age of 18.
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Please book at least 3 days in advance.
This experience requires a minimum of 4 travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
Opening and closing dates are subject to supplier change.
Please provide accurate and complete information (Name, gender, adult / child, copy of passport and contact information) when booking a tour to avoid errors that would affect your travel. If you cause a delay or cause losses due to missing or inaccurate information, you will be held responsible.
It is strongly recommended that you purchase travel insurance for your personal benefit.
Westar Travel is not responsible for any transportation cancellations or delays, climate change, or any other travel safety issues within the trip that are caused by circumstances not under our company’s control.