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Banff Family Adventure in the Canadian Rockies

Item Number: 57
Category: Activities and Experiences
Retail Value: USD $5,099.00
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USD $4,199.00

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10
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Mon, Jan 01, 0001 12:00 AM

Description

This is more than a getaway — it’s a chance to spark wonder, laughter, and memories for the whole family. ________________________________________ This Experience for 4 Includes: ● 3-night stay at the Ptarmigan Inn in Banff with superior split-room accommodations (family-friendly) ● Your choice of one unforgettable family adventure: 1. Private SUV & Guide Tour — Spiral Tunnels, Takakkaw Falls, Emerald Lake, Kicking Horse Gondola & Grizzly Bear Refuge 2. Cowboy Dinner & Horseback Ride — classic Western evening (wagon option available for younger kids) 3. Evening Wildlife Safari + Banff Gondola — guided wildlife safari and gondola to Sulphur Mountain summit ● Winspire booking & concierge service — seamless planning from start to finish ________________________________________ Your Banff Base: Ptarmigan Inn ● Located in the heart of downtown Banff, the Ptarmigan Inn is designed for families. ● Superior split-room accommodations give everyone both privacy and shared space. ● Rustic mountain charm — natural wood, cozy textures, big windows with mountain views. ● At the end of each adventure-filled day, it’s the perfect retreat for rest, connection, and comfort. ________________________________________ Option 1: Scenic Wonders & Wildlife Encounters ● Start with the engineering marvel of the Spiral Tunnels — kids and adults alike will be captivated watching trains curl dramatically through looping passages. ● Feel the spray at Takakkaw Falls, one of Canada’s tallest waterfalls, thundering nearly 1,000 feet into the valley. ● Marvel at the vibrant glow of Emerald Lake, perfect for family photos and a peaceful stroll. ● Ride the Kicking Horse Gondola to sweeping mountain vistas, then meet “Boo,” the resident grizzly bear at his refuge — an unforgettable, safe wildlife encounter. ● A day that blends sightseeing, natural wonder, and wildlife education into a family storybook. ________________________________________ Option 2: Cowboy Dinner & Horseback Ride ● Saddle up for a one-hour horseback ride through Bow Valley’s meadows and riverside trails, with towering peaks all around. ● For younger children, a covered wagon option keeps them part of the adventure. ● Arrive at a rustic riverside camp for a cowboy BBQ dinner — hearty flavors, firelight, and mountain views. ● Ride or wagon back under twilight skies, the Bow River glowing with the last colors of the day. ● A true taste of Banff’s frontier spirit, perfect for families. ________________________________________ Option 3: Evening Wildlife Safari & Banff Gondola ● As the sun sets, take a private SUV safari into Banff’s valleys and ridgelines. Spot elk grazing, bighorn sheep silhouetted, or even a bear wandering the forest edge. ● Guides share fascinating insights into the park’s wildlife and conservation efforts. ● The next day, ride the Banff Gondola to the summit of Sulphur Mountain. Panoramic views stretch across endless peaks and valleys, with boardwalk trails for all ages. ● A pairing of wild encounters and breathtaking perspectives — family memories at their grandest. ________________________________________ Key Details ● All family members must select the same adventure. ● Horseback ride: ages 8+ (younger children may join by wagon). Rider weight limit: 230 lbs. ● Package pricing is based on 2 adults + 2 children (ages 14 and under). ● Banff National Park entrance fee is payable directly by the traveler. ● Valid May–October. ● Winner has 2 years from purchase date to travel.

Additional Information

100% of donations (minus online auction costs) go to the Sturgis Rotary scholarship endowment fund, managed by SACF (Sturgis Area Community Foundation), for annual distribution of earned funds to scholarship award recipients.