Summer in the Canadian
Rockies: Jasper & Banff
July 31 - August 7, 2025
$6800 per person
Join us for a week in Banff & Jasper National Parks, one of the most pristine and beautiful destinations in North America.
Capture mountains, magnificently blue lakes, flowing water and some of the most unforgettable compositions under the best light. We are visiting in Summer when the temperatures are the most pleasant, the flowers bloom and wildlife is active. Enjoy accommodations in the heart of the Rockies nearby Lake Louise, and then in your own log cabin chalet along the Athabasca River in Jasper. Glacier lakes, towering peaks, rushing rivers, wildlife and iconic vistas abound on this photography trip of a lifetime. Included are nearby must-do attractions like the Icefields Parkway Glacier adventure and more.
This tour is for the photographer that loves the outdoors and wants to explore the iconic and most photogenic areas of Jasper & Banff National Parks. There is something for everyone on this trip; whether your focus is grand landscapes, birds/bears/elk, and everything in between.
What You’ll Learn
Landscape settings
Using tripods properly
Composition & “Seeing moments”
White Balance, Color
Lowlight Settings
Using ND filters to capture waterfalls & rivers
Settings for Wildlife
Sunstars
Depth, Compression of Perspective & Scale
Recommended Equipment
D-SLR or Mirrorless camera
A tripod with ball-head
An ultra wide angle lens
A mid-range zoom lens
Telephoto lens for wildlife
Neutral density filter(s)
Polarizer
Layers - it could be windy or rainy
Proper boots or shoes that offer support on rocky surfaces
Extra memory cards, batteries and charger
Physical Difficulty
This tour is rated as Moderate for its Mountain Setting. Standing and walking on a combination of paved surfaces and gravel trails with steps and varying levels of steepness. Moraine Lake requires a very short, uphill hike to the viewpoint. Our stop at the Columbia Icefields has a short walk onto the glacier. Some optional paths at Peyto lake have steeper pitches on paved surfaces, and Maligne Canyon has some steeper pitches on gravel trails.
Please refer to our fitness guide for more detail about physical requirements.
Itinerary & Information
What’s Included:
Overnight Accommodations - 3 nights in Lake Louise, 3 nights in Jasper, 1 night Calgary
In Jasper, you will have your own log cabin chalet with gas fireplace and kitchen, with a view of the Athabasca River
Ground transport with pickup from the airport in Calgary
Permits & Admissions to all sites, including:
Athabasca Glacier Experience
Jasper Tramway
Spirit Island Photographer’s Cruise
Park & Permit Fees
Photo guidance & Individual Attention
What’s Not included:
Any Flights needed
Alcohol, Lunches, Dinners
Any tips or gratuities
Destination
Banff & Jasper National Parks, Alberta, Canada
At a Glance
Dates
July 31-Aug 7, 2025
No. of Photographers
Up to 6
Fitness Level
Moderate
Cost
$6800