Enjoy the slide show !

Experience unique Alberta wilderness just 45 minutes from downtown Edmonton hotels. Observe wildlife in their natural habitat, including deer, moose, elk, bison and beaver ... along with a wide variety of the birds of Alberta. 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 6 hours ~ Tours start at $ 129 / pp

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.

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.

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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 ~ Tours start at $ 229 / pp / min 2

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.

Allow 6 hours ~ Tours start at $ 129 / pp

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Soar with the Eagles in Kananaskis Country. Each spring and fall in Alberta brings the majestic Bald and Golden Eagle on their migratory flights. Other birds of prey include Red Tailed and Sharp Shinned Hawks, Merlins and Peregrine Falcons. Tours available mid-March to mid-May and October.

Adventure Getaways

Suffolk House Bed and Breakfast and Watchable Wildlife Tours is pleased to offer Adventure Getaways Stay at Suffolk House Bed and Breakfast and enjoy a day of guided wildlife viewing.

Enjoy a one night stay at Suffolk House Bed and Breakfast - the jewel in the crown of Strathcona County! Suffolk House Bed and Breakfast is a 4½ Star Canada Select Bed and Breakfast located 14 kilometers from Elk Island National Park and 2 kilometers from the Cooking Lake - Blackfoot Forest Reserve.

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Blackfoot Crossing

Blackfoot Crossing Historical Park located in Southern Alberta. Step into a land before time...and enjoy an exciting, authentic, Blackfoot cultural experience. Enter a stunning new facility and embark upon an unforgettable journey as you delight in fantastic exhibitions and dazzling performances.

Allow 12 hours ~ Tours start at $ 229 / pp / min 2

Metis Crossing

Located on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River in the historical Victoria District, Métis Crossing allows visitors to step back in time and experience one of the earliest Métis communities in Alberta. Métis Crossing is home to a unique history, culture, and celebrations. Tours available from May 17 to September 1.

Complete your daytrip with a wildlife viewing driving tour through Elk Island National Park.

Allow 7 hours ~ Tours start at $ 149 / pp / min 2

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Custom Tours Available

Contact us if you have a custom tour requirement ...

Blackfoot Xtra

Do the Blackfoot ... and more. Includes a 16 km (10 m) backcountry hike followed by an Alberta beef BBQ at the trail head.

Allow 9 hours ~ Tours start at $ 179 / pp

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Blackfoot provides some spectacular landscapes for outdoor painting with its 97 sq kms (37 sq miles) and 170 kms (105 miles). Your day trip includes return ransportation, an old fashioned picnic and guiding services to your choice of pristine backcountry settings.

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. 

Take a Hike

Hiking, wildlife viewing and photography, birdwatching, picnicing ... do it all within 40 minutes from downtown Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Or while in Edmonton, take the opportunity to experience the Rocky Mountains.

We look forward to helping you discover Alberta ... wwt

Wayne L. Millar
Guide

780 405 4880

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