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Medicine Trail Snowshoe Tour

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| Whistler, Canada
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The Medicine Trail
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Medicine Trail Snowshoe Tour
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Overview

Walk through a forest full of mystery along an old trapper’s path. Learn traditional medicinal knowledge as you snowshoe, and sample healing teas from plants that grow along The Medicine Trail. Travel deep into a special ancient forest in the Callaghan Valley, and hear a brief history of the areas traditional uses and ways of the past. Let your imaginations go as gaze upon giant cedar, fir and hemlock trees that provide canopy high above.

Duration: 3 Hours round trip

Ability: Moderate level of fitness

Minimum age to participate: 8+

What's Included

  • 3 hour tour, roundtrip (includes shuttle from village)
  • Snowshoes are provided on the Medicine Trail Snowshoe Tour with no additional cost to the guest.
  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
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4280 Mountain Square #
Whistler, BC V8E 1B9, Canada

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Callaghan Valley

Explore the forested trails of the Callaghan Valley along an old trapper's path by snowshoe. Learn about the history of the area, and sample healing teas made from plants that grow along the Medicine Trail. Let your imagination go as you gaze upon giant cedar, fir and hemlock trees that provide the canopy high above.
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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Must be able to walk for an extended period of time.
  • It is mandatory for all tour participants to sign a Release of Liability and Waiver Form. Any participants under the age of 19 must have a parent or guardian present to sign on their behalf.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Medicine Trail Snowshoe Tour?

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 (PDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Medicine Trail Snowshoe Tour?
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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 (PDT).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • 3 hour tour, roundtrip (includes shuttle from village).
  • Snowshoes are provided on the Medicine Trail Snowshoe Tour with no additional cost to the guest.
  • Professional guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
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The minimum age to participate is 8. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Medicine Trail Snowshoe Tour is as follows:

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Medicine Trail Snowshoe Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • 3 hour tour, roundtrip (includes shuttle from village)
  • Snowshoes are provided on the Medicine Trail Snowshoe Tour with no additional cost to the guest.
  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Must be able to walk for an extended period of time.
  • It is mandatory for all tour participants to sign a Release of Liability and Waiver Form. Any participants under the age of 19 must have a parent or guardian present to sign on their behalf.
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