Top Activities on the Ground in Calgary

Get to know Calgary better while enjoying some exercise on a 3-hour bike ride through the city and along the Bow River. Cycle without the risk of getting lost by going with a guide and a small group of other cycling travelers. Learn more about the city and its history, including its First Nations people. Pedal bikes can be upgraded to e-bikes by prior arrangement.

Discover the hidden sides of Calgary on this scavenger hunt adventure, as you and your team race to find clues, take funny photos, and answer trivia questions. Join a group of up to 10 other players as the scavenger hunt app guides you around the city on the perfect blend of a sightseeing tour and interactive challenge.

Fortress Mountain Resort is a private leasehold so there are no crowds on the hiking trails. Its stunning scenery and road access make it a favorite filming location, and a unique chance to access beautiful backcountry settings

Come explore Banff's full list of things to see and do! You'll have time to learn and explore both with us and on your own, this is not a touch-and-go tour, you will also enjoy a few activities, meet local characters, and taste a few local flavors! This is a two-day tour of Banff and Kananaskis Parks, you will be picked up and dropped off at your hotel in downtown Calgary on both days. Let our guides take your photos, and see the park from a whole new angle. Get in touch with nature, and come experience the beauty of the Canadian Rockies from the ground up! We have selected spectacular viewpoints for you, let us know if you agree.

See the mountains of Kananaskis Country the way they have been seen for hundreds of years…on horseback. You’ll spend about an hour riding the Lodgepole Loop around Boundary Ranch. Take in the stunning Rocky Mountain scenery on a sturdy horse who knows the trail well. You will love this authentic Western experience.

Escape the hustle and bustle of the city by riding into the serene Alberta backcountry. This small-group horseback riding adventure will have you exploring forests and traversing a mountain ridge for excellent views of the entire Kananaskis Valley. The tour is suitable for all, from novice to experienced riders.

Immerse yourself in stunning Canadian Rockies scenery on this guided tour from Banff to Yoho National Park and beyond. Marvel at Moraine Lake's opalescent waters; learn about the human history of the landscapes; look for moose, bear, and elk, and make a stop at Lake Louise to snap photos of its famously turquoise waters.

Step back in time and delve into Canada’s colorful past with this general admission ticket to Heritage Park. With your ticket in hand, enjoy several attractions like an antique steam train, Calgary's only paddle-wheeler, the Big Eli Ferris Wheel, the Gasoline Alley Museum, and much more. Learn about Canada's history as well as indigenous cultures while you explore.

After a long, tiring flight, the last thing most travelers feel like doing is driving the two-plus-hour journey from Calgary Airport to Banff. Simplify your arrival process with this private shuttle. Your driver will meet you at the airport and help with your bags. This is a round-trip service so you can enjoy the convenience of a pick-up again before your departure.

Explore the sapphire-blue lakes and towering waterfalls of Banff National Park and the Yoho Valley on this day trip from Calgary. Discover the iconic Lake Louise, a UNESCO World Heritage Site set against the backdrop of the majestic Victoria Glacier. Then head to the Yoho Valley, where you'll stop by the beautiful Takkakaw Falls. Your mountain lakes and waterfalls day trip also includes lunch, coach transport and round-trip transport from select Calgary hotels.

After a long flight to Calgary the last thing you’ll want to do is drive the two-plus hours to Lake Louise. And the views are fantastic: sit back, relax, and admire them on this private airport shuttle. You’ll be met at the arrivals hall of the airport and dropped off right at the door of your hotel in the Banff National Park.

The world-famous Calgary Stampede is a unique event your whole family will love. The annual 10-day rodeo, exhibition and festival is a century-old tradition featuring authentic rodeo competitions, chuckwagon races, grandstand shows and much more. This is an amazing way to enjoy a taste of the Wild West in Alberta, Canada.

Explore many of Banff National Park’s key sights—and don’t worry about driving yourself—on this stress-free, full-day tour from Calgary or Banff Town. Set off in the morning, and travel in an air-conditioned coach. You’ll visit landmarks like Sulphur Mountain (upgrade for a gondola ride) and the dramatic Bow Falls, will tour the Johnston Canyon Walk, and will have time at leisure for wandering and lunch (own expense) in Banff Town.

Spend the day exploring the wonders of the Canadian Rockies—and have the chance to discover the Columbia Icefield on foot—on this full-day tour from Banff or Calgary. In the morning, board your coach and head into nature. You'll see highlights like the Waputik Range, Peyto Lake, Bow Lake, and the Crowfoot Glacier. For an upgrade, you can also set off via Columbia Icefield Ice Explorer to see the landmark up close.

Your vintage motorcycle sidecar adventure winds its way through the foothills passing through historical communities. Travel through rolling ranch country and mountain meadows to the headwaters of a glacial stream in the heart of Kananaskis country, stopping along the way for photos. Wind your way down the river valley to the Eau Claire Distillery and The Chinook Arch Meadery to stop and sample the local products. Tastings are included in the price. Optional meadery/distillery tours and picnic lunch are available at an additional charge. Please enquire after booking.

Explore Calgary with Crazy Dash! Our scavenger hunt app allows you to explore the city to find items and perform tasks for points. Items can be found in any order you'd like. Check the rankings during your game to see your score and compare it to others around the country! All Crazy Dash scavenger hunts have a remote host that will chat with you during the game. Crazy Dash is our most laid-back scavenger hunt! Take your time and wander Calgary with us today!

Lace up your boots for a day hiking in the unmatched beauty of the Rocky Mountains. Convoy in your own vehicle to the trailhead, and head out into the mountains of Kananaskis Country with your guide. Along the way you will see alpine flora and likely some wildlife too, plus scenery that must be seen to be believed.

Riotous Roundup is an immersive clue solving adventure for teams of 2 - 4 people, priced per team. Discover the popular sights, hidden gems and spots even the locals don’t know about o the +15 system in Calgary on a 2-3 hour adventure. You and your team work together to solve a series of clues & puzzles delivered to an App on your phone. Help search for all the missing animals, by solving puzzles, with some interactions in local businesses and visiting favourite spots around town. You can start any time between 10am – 4pm any day, and finish before 6 p.m. The puzzle of an escape room, the fun of a scavenger hunt, and the thrill of the amazing race. So! Much! Fun!

Find your way around the vibrant city of Calgary and learn about its history and culture using an app on your phone. Access clues and puzzles that take you to some of Calgary’s most notable buildings, monuments, and neighborhoods, and follow the instructions to get involved in all manner of dares and games. See the city and have fun at the same time.

Get your group together and play as a team—find your way around Calgary with the help of clues and quests on a scavenger hunt app that’ll test your brainpower. Explore Calgary using the app and find the city’s hidden gems, and locate top tourist spots to gather points and make your way up the global leader board. Downloadable on most mobile devices.

Let’s Roam is the #1 app-led scavenger hunt company. Walk to all the best landmarks and hidden gems, answering trivia questions and solving challenges. Work with your team or compete against them, as you learn new facts and create memorable experiences. Let’s Roam Scavenger Hunts are great as an everyday activity, or for bachelorette parties, birthday parties, corporate team building events and more! Each player chooses an interactive role, with challenges varying by person.

Zombie Scavengers in Calgary challenges your team to survive a zombie apocalypse! The game instructs you to find a variety of items to survive the apocalypse anywhere in the city you'd like via an app. Get points for finding survival items (in any order you want) and participating in exciting zombie themed tasks. Plan your survival adventure carefully in order to get the most points to survive! A remote host will be following along (virtually) and help if you need it via chat. Come survive with us in Calgary today!

This adventure takes you and your companions from Calgary into the Foothills region to the southwest. A great tour for those wanting to escape the hustle of the city and experience the rolling hills, sights, sounds, and smells of ranch country. The tour offers relaxing roadways with less traffic, and breathtaking views of the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains. This sidecar motorcycle tour drives along the traditional lands of the T'suu Tina Nation of the Dene Peoples, passes Spruce Meadows Equestrian center, and travels portions of the historic Cowboy Trail. Viewpoints overlooking the Rocky Mountains, the Foothills, and the city of Calgary from the southwest are included along the route.