Edmonton Sightseeing, Attractions, Things to Do

While in Edmonton join award winning tour guide, Wayne Millar to see wildlife in Elk Island National Park, Cooking Lake - Blackfoot Wildlife Area and day trips to Jasper National Park and Royal Tyrrell Museum in the Alberta Badlands ...

 

 

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Do the Blackfoot

Experience unique Alberta wilderness just 45 minutes from downtown Edmonton hotels. Discover Canada's first forest reserve Cooking Lake - Blackfoot Grazing, Wildlife Area (est 1895). Enjoy a hearty trail meal in a backcountry setting. Complete your evening with a wildlife viewing driving tour through Elk Island National Park.

 

Allow 7 hours

Departs 6 hours before sunset

$ 155 pp

Tour Details

Grazing field in Blackfoot
       

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Wayne L. Millar, Guide

780 405 4880

Beaver & Bison

The best wildlife viewing opportunities occur at dusk. Departing before sunset, travel to Elk Island National Park, Canada's first animal sanctuary (est 1906), and see wildlife in their natural habitat, including moose, elk, deer, porcupine, bison and beaver.

 

Allow 4 hours

Departs 3 hours before sunset

$ 95 pp

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Plains Bison in Elk Island National Park

 

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Beaver, Bison & Backcountry Buffet

Enjoy a hearty trail meal in a backcountry setting prior to your wildlife viewing driving tour through Elk Island National Park.

 

Allow 5 hours

Departs 4 hours before sunset

$ 120 pp ~ minimum 2 guests

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Birds of Beaver Hills

The Beaver Hills area, including Blackfoot and Elk Island National Park is home to more than 250 species of birds. Most are migratory, either breeding in the area or passing through in Spring and Fall.

Enjoy a hearty birdwatching brunch along the way.

Allow 8 hours

Morning departures

$ 165 pp

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Great Blue Heron, Elk Island National Park
       

Rocky Mountain High

Marvel at the splendor of Jasper National Park, Alberta's jewel of the Rockies. Enjoy a picnic in the Park. Experience alpine lakes, forested valleys, towering mountains, natural falls and breathtaking canyons. Bring your camera.Year round watchable wildlife activity.

Allow 14 hours

Early morning departure

$ 295 pp ~ minimum 2 guests
                 ~ 3rd Guest add $ 175

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Athabasca Falls, Jasper National Park
       

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Alberta Badlands ... Dinosaur Country

Visit the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology in Drumheller; discover the world's largest dinosaur skeleton exhibit. View Dry Island Buffalo Jump and experience the Hoodoos. Marvel at the spectacular scenery at Horseshoe Canyon.

Allow 12 hours

Early morning departure

$ 265 pp ~ minimum 2 guests
                 ~ 3rd Guest add $ 145

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Blackfoot Xtra

Do the Blackfoot ... and more. Includes 13 km (8 m) backcountry hiking followed by an Alberta BBQ at the trail head.

Allow 9 hours

Departs 8 hours before sunset

$ 195 pp ~ minimum 2 guests

Tour Details

 

Sandpiper overlooking Islet Lake, Blackfoot Forest Reserve
     
     

Tours include beverages, return transportation and viewing gear. All you need is suitable footwear and clothing. Bring your camera.

Tour groups are limited to ensure maximum comfort and minimal environmental impact.

 

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