Great Excursions Home May 15, 2008
A soul-inspiring encounter with ancient Canadian Shield culture, heritage and archaeology. Any one of our First Nation vacation in Canada will allow you to discover Canada's most spectacular display of rock art - a breathtaking presentation on towering Precambrian cliffs in remote northern Saskatchewan. With a professional archaeologist and aboriginal guide, explore the multiple painting sites by canoe - just as Indigenous artists did centuries ago. Take part in archaeological research and interpretation, learn about tracing and dating techniques, and listen to legends of the painting's origins and meanings. The encounters you will make will be remembered for a very long time.

 

A vacation with indigenous people in Canada

3 days / 2 nights

Ten thousand years of History have culminated into one of the most adaptable cultural systems on the planet. Meet the Plains Cree, an indigenous people with rich heritage and traditions living in the Great Plains of North America. Cree society is built upon an intimate knowledge of the land. For thousands of years, these determined people have drawn sustenance from what appears to be barren land on the surface. They have turned an inhospitable environment into a home place. You are now invited to find out how they have achieved this.

 

Backpacking Wilderness Adventure Camp in the Canadian Rockies

6 Days / 5 Nights

There is perhaps no better way to experience nature than to immerse yourself into the wilderness. This backpacking adventure was created to do just this. We will hike up to a picturesque mountain destination, and then enjoy discovering all it has to offer. On our explorations through this land, we will never return exactly the same way we came; our chances of viewing wildlife in its natural habitat will increase with our emphasis on being aware in our remote environment; and new experiences will continually arise and impress.

 

Brush With Nature Multi-Sport Adventure in the Rocky Mountains

4 Days / 3 Nights

The Kootenay River valley was the destination for the first ever recorded journey for pleasure through the Canadian Rocky Mountains in 1841. We created this package with this pleasurable spirit in mind. It offers the adventurous traveler, new to the area, or not, some exciting and varied wilderness experiences, in truly remote, wilderness settings.

 

Elk Runner Culture Weekend: a traditional native teachings adventure

4 Days / 3 Nights

This is a unique weekend based on traditional native teachings where adventure will take on many new and exciting dimensions - physical, mental, and emotional. In many cultures, elk teachings are those of reflection and stamina; the ability to engage with your life and decisions in a way of understanding, compassion, community, and acceptance. This weekend, you will first have the opportunity to reflect on and build your connection with the earth and natural world on a nature walk that will allow you to relax and have fun in your new remote surroundings.

 

Mountain Magic Day Hikes in the Canadian Rockies

6 Days / 5 Nights

From the white-tipped peaks in June and the rainbows of wildflowers in July, to the bright leaves and salmon runs of September, this package is a collection of great day hike excursions into the rugged and beautiful wilderness of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Each day will offer a brand new and exciting hike to one of the many remote and secluded wilderness locations near our backcountry lodge.

 

Nature Trek Day Hikes in the Canadian Rocky Mountains

3 Days / 2 Nights

Hiking is the most popular activity to do in the Canadian Rocky Mountains for all ages and skill levels. This package is an opportunity to experience remote wilderness hiking for all nature lovers, without losing too much time from your holiday schedule. It incorporates unique nature programs alongside spectacular scenery, exciting and informative guided hikes, and friendly camaraderie in a remote, natural setting.

 

Rock Art Archaeology Vacation in Canada

4 days / 3 nights

A soul-inspiring encounter with ancient Canadian Shield culture, heritage and archaeology. Spend your vacation discovering Canada's most spectacular display of Indian rock art - a breathtaking presentation on towering Precambrian cliffs in remote northern Saskatchewan. With a professional archaeologist and aboriginal guide, explore the multiple painting sites by canoe - just as Indigenous artists did centuries ago.

 

Rocky Mountain Footsteps Adventure Camp in Canada

5 Days/4 Nights

This experience was designed to give those travelers in the Canadian Rocky Mountains an amazing opportunity to get off the highways and crowded park trails for a few days, and deeper into the nature of the Canadian wilderness, while not keeping you from your onward journey for too long. We will hike back into the secluded and remote backcountry, seldom visited by anybody, on a backpacking out trip.

 

Spirit Walker Nature Week in the Canadian Rocky Mountains

8 Days / 7 Nights

The native North American culture and the rich history in the Canadian Rocky Mountains are inseparable from the natural environment that surrounds us. It is in those wide expanses of nature and wilderness that the first Canadians devoted their culture to respecting and protecting it long before we arrived. This unique package was created to give you an exciting wilderness adventure, including hiking, backpacking, exploring, and river rafting, alongside with the opportunity to experience the wilderness through native Canadian eyes.