Banff Women’s Backpacking
July 11-16, 2023
6 SPOTS LEFT!
Quick Look:
Focus: Trekking + mindfulness
Activities: Backpacking, camping, forest bathing + hiking, picnic, in-town exploration of Banff
Difficulty: Difficult, beginners welcome (long distance hiking experience recommended)
Group Makeup: Up to 12 participants, women identifying + non-binary, all ages (usually our trip average age is 30’s-60’s), mostly solo travelers (but pairs and small groups welcome!)
Deposit: $500 due to hold your spot, custom payment plans available!
Includes: Meals, transfers, activities, and tips
Daily SUMMARY:
DAY 1: Welcome to Canada
DAY 2: Moraine Lake Forest Bathing and Hike + Lake Louise Picnic
DAY 3: Begin Our Backpacking Journey
DAY 4: Day Hiking Near Penny Peak
DAY 5: Backpack along Marvel Peak or Marvel Lake
DAY 6: Backpack Out, Return to Calgary
Take a look at our Founder, Breanne’s, most recent trip to banff:
Meet youR Tour Leader:
KRISTE PEOPLES,
mindful adventurer
Kriste Peoples is a Denver-based outdoor enthusiast and guide, runner, writer, and mindfulness meditation teacher. When she's not out adventuring along the trails of Colorado’s Front Range, Kriste is likely writing about it or recovering with carbs in a local eatery.
What Kriste has to say about backpacking with you:
What Makes This Retreat Special?
With crisp early morning walks, hiking through wondrous colors as the sun spreads over the mountain peaks, sharing a drink with friends at the end of a golden day, soaring over the snow-covered mountain peaks to explore the heights of the Rockies you'll leave with beautiful memories and bonded friendships.
Join us for a supportive backpacking adventure with 9 curious, open, and challenge-seeking women. This trip is for anyone interested in pushing their limits and helping others reach new goals.
FEATURES:
+ Moraine Lake Forest bathing and hike
+ Lakeside picnic at Lake Louise
+ 2 nights hotel in Banff town center
+ 3 nights camping and backpacking
+ Daily movement and mindfulness activities
+ Backpack training plan
+ Team of support for personal guidance
Plus:
+ 1 experienced wellness professional
+ Pre-trip guide
+ 2 pre-trip Zoom calls
+ Post-trip integration guide
+ 2 post-trip Zoom calls
+ Talk to a real human when booking and planning your trip!
Why backpack in BANFF?
REFLECTIONS FROM A PAST PARTICIPANT, Dana
“At the time, I was craving for deep exploration outside of my comfort zone. Banff has always been on my bucket list and so was backpacking, so when I saw that Root Adventures was leading a beginner-friendly backpacking trip in Banff I couldn't pass up the opportunity to explore this beautiful land with others who also craved similar sense of adventure. This trip fulfilled my desires and more!
From the crisp and clean air, blue skies, and bluer lakes — I was in awe to be surrounded by so much natural beauty. Imagine waking up to the sounds of a nearby stream, movement of the trees and birds singing.. just wow! Sharing these moments with the group was just magic. Cheering each other on as we carried our packs into the between campsites felt both endearing and empowering. One of my favorite moments was singing fun songs and chants as we made our final descend down our last peak. We held each other and were strong together! We trailed through some tough terrain, weather climates, and the natural motions of nature. This trip reminded me of my inner strength and oneness with nature. I'll always be in awe looking back.”
- Dana M, Banff 2022