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Calgary Nature Loop Private Tour: The Urban Wild

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6 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Spanish, Mandarin

Overview

THE EXPERIENCE:
On this day tour of Alberta's biggest city, we escape downtown to explore the "Nature Loop": a series of hand-picked stops that showcase the harmony between our modern skyline and the rugged Alberta landscape. This tour features a series of short walks, looping through the parks, river valleys and prairie vantages that make Calgary a bustling, world-class outdoor city.

- Private tour (max. 11 guests)
- Duration: ~6 hrs
- Door-to-door transport from anywhere in Calgary
- Picnic lunch and refreshments provided
- Difficulty: Easy (customizable).

ABOUT MOLARI:
As a family-run boutique, we prioritize a safe, ethical, and immersive approach to sharing the beauty of Western Canada:

- Private, tailored experiences only
- Founder-led journeys – your guide isn't "just here for the season"
- Our van: high-roof design, all-wheel drive, and remote start AC/heat
- Fully licensed, insured, and permitted.

What's Included

  • Private, door-to-door transport in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch and refreshments including drinking water refills
  • Hiking poles and microspikes/ice cleats (if winter conditions)
  • Participant travel insurance
  • Personal expenses (such as souvenirs or gifts), and any additional snacks, meals, or beverages
  • Any applicable pet fees
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Meeting and Pickup

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We will pick you up from, and drop you off at, the location of your choosing anywhere in Calgary.

What To Expect

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Crescent Heights Lookout Point

Begin with an iconic skyline vista from the Crescent Heights Lookout and McHugh Bluff, capturing the Bow River, downtown core, and distant Rockies to set the scene for the day.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Prince's Island Park

Access the park via the McHugh Bluff stairs to explore a forested urban oasis, where pathways and bridges wind through the heart of the city along the Bow River.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Nose Hill Park

Experience the massive scale of this natural highland - one of North America's largest urban parks. We'll walk through wild grasslands that offer 360-degree views of the city, mountains on the horizon, and airport off in the distance below. We'll keep an eye open for wildlife, with deer and coyote sightings common.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

North Glenmore Park

Walk through the city’s only delta ecosystem to discover a hidden wilderness of spruce forests and oxbow wetlands, where you can spot diverse wildlife along the shores of the Glenmore Reservoir.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fish Creek Provincial Park

Next we'll head to one of our favourite sections of the sprawling Bow River Pathway in the southeast of the city. We'll walk up a short incline to a spectacular vantage point of city, mountains and river park below. Fish Creek Provincial Park is one of Canada’s largest urban parks, a natural corridor known for its diverse birdlife and quiet canyon landscapes.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Carburn Park

On our way back to the city proper, we'll stop at Carburn Park for one of Calgary's best examples of city-meets-nature. Complete with lagoons, riverside trails, forest, wildlife, and its own "donut" ice rink and fire pits in winter, this is a year-round hit with the locals.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Scotsman's Hill

One final skyline view from this historic ridge in the community of Ramsay. This elevated vantage point, which served as the original grandstand for the first Calgary Stampede, offers prime views of the river valley below, city front and centre, and the Rocky Mountains on the horizon.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Technical Gear: We provide hiking poles and microspikes/ice cleats if needed. USB-A charging ports are available in the van—please bring your own cable.
  • Child Seats: required by law for under 6yrs (≤18kg). Not provided; please bring your own if needed.
  • Waiver: required for all guests before departure.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Calgary Nature Loop Private Tour: The Urban Wild?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-5624676P4

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What's Included

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  • Private, door-to-door transport in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch and refreshments including drinking water refills
  • Hiking poles and microspikes/ice cleats (if winter conditions)
  • Local, certified guide
  • Participant travel insurance
  • Personal expenses (such as souvenirs or gifts), and any additional snacks, meals, or beverages
  • Any applicable pet fees

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Clothing & Footwear: Wear sturdy, waterproof hiking boots (insulated for winter) and adaptable layers (avoid cotton). Bring an extra base layer to change into for the return journey (especially in summer). Check weather conditions before departure.
  • Personal Gear: Please bring a small daypack, sun protection, and a reusable water bottle (refills provided).
  • Technical Gear: We provide hiking poles and microspikes/ice cleats if needed. USB-A charging ports are available in the van—please bring your own cable.
  • Child Seats: required by law for under 6yrs (≤18kg). Not provided; please bring your own if needed.
  • Waiver: required for all guests before departure.
  • Flexibility & Changes: If you need to amend your date or start time, please message us directly as far in advance as possible, and we will do everything we can to accommodate your request. Depending on guide availability, we can usually be highly adaptable.
  • Lunch is a grazing spread consisting of local meats, cheeses, and accompaniments or a deli-style lunch, depending on availability. We are unable to cater for specific dietary requirements or severe allergies; guests with specific nutritional needs are welcome to bring their own lunch.
  • Itinerary Note: exact routes, timings, and destinations may vary based on participant preferences, fitness levels, real-time mountain conditions, and safety.
  • Giving back: A portion of every journey is donated to a hand-picked charity supporting either environmental protection, Indigenous education, or animal welfare. You’ll have the opportunity to choose which cause your booking supports.
  • Operated by a business

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MDT).

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