The 7 Best Guided Day Hikes in Canada

1.Quebec City: Guided Hike in Jacques-Cartier National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 224 reviews · 1 day · from $108Our pick

Leave Quebec City for a guided hike through Jacques-Cartier National Park, with forest trails, river scenery, a valley viewpoint, local food tastings, and lunch. The small group is limited to 12 people, with English and French guides such as Gabrielle, Hubert, Lolo, and Aubery leading the way.

“Great Tour to a wonderful National Park. I would do this tour again! The Tour Guide was great as well. Clear recommendation.”

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2.Banff National Park Guided Hike with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 200 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $153Top rated

Spend about seven hours hiking one of four Banff-area trails with a certified guide, lunch, poles, and return transport from Banff. Choose Larch Valley, Consolation Lakes, Plain of Six Glaciers, or Stanley Glacier, with the route matched to the day and mountain weather.

“Brook(e?) was a wonderful guide with a great sense of humor. Her passion for hiking and outdoor adventures exudes through the experience. I thought the pace and intensity was perfect, and even though our hike was cold and cloudy, the views were still incredible. No one on this hike was left behind--safety was the priority--and our group was surprisingly pleasant and friendly. I would definitely recommend this hike to others!”

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3.Guided Hike in Jacques-Cartier National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 99 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $119

Travel from Old Quebec to Jacques-Cartier National Park with a guide such as Aurelie, Hubert, or Gabrielle. Walk an easy forest trail, taste local foods, enjoy a picnic lunch, then choose another hike, kayaking, canoeing, or quiet time before returning to Quebec City.

“Gabrielle was a great guide. Hike was moderate & slow enough for all to enjoy. Would have liked to know ahead of time that the day included several hours of free time. But regardless, was a beautiful spot, good hike & lunch.”

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4.Exclusive Skoki Backcountry Guided Hiking in Lake Louise with Van Shuttle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $154

Ride a private van up Lake Louise Fire Road, then hike into the Skoki backcountry with a professional guide. Expect alpine lakes, wildflowers, forests, wildlife, mountain views, and a packed lunch. Guides such as Josh, Jennifer, Aiden, and Adrienne have led past outings.

“Fabulous experience. We had two excellent guides, Josh and Michael. They were both well-informed about flora, fauna, and the locale. Plus, there were very good natured people. It was nice to feel safe and cared for. I recommend this trip.”

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5.Cape Scott: San Josef Bay Day Hike with Scenic Drive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 8 hours · from $274

Travel from Port Hardy to Cape Scott Provincial Park in a small group of up to eight. Guide Rosanne has led guests through rainy weather and wildlife sightings. Expect an easy forest walk, sea stacks, tidal pools, lunch, and a long scenic drive through Holberg.

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6.From Toronto: Bruce Peninsula Guided Hiking Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 11 reviews · 13 hours · from $145

Join guide Javier from Toronto for a 13-hour small-group trip to Bruce Peninsula. Visit Inglis Falls, hike to The Grotto, see turquoise Lake Huron water, and stop for dinner at Champ Burger. Park fees and transport are included, but food is not.

“Car too small for such a long trip but very pleasant guide et beautiful trip!”

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7.From Toronto: Killarney and French River Guided Day Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 14 hours · from $146

Leave Toronto early for a small-group hike up Killarney’s Crack, a rocky 7-kilometre route through granite formations to views of Georgian Bay, lakes, and the La Cloche Mountains. A wilderness-first-aid guide leads the way, followed by the French River suspension bridge and dinner in Parry Sound.

“This trip was AMAZING! Javier was an outstanding guide and made us feel so at ease throughout the entire day! The hike was challenging but it was so worth it to see the views from the top!! It was a perfect day and a perfect way to end our trip in Canada! I would recommend anyone wanting to get out the city and explore the wilderness to do this hike!! Also a massive thankyou to javier for all the driving!”

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