Leave the town lights behind and let experienced guides set up a cozy observation base in the Canadian Rockies. Sip hot chocolate, peer through a telescope and—if conditions align—watch the Northern Lights dance above rugged peaks.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
The van pulls away from soft town lights and the mountains grow taller in the windows, black silhouettes against a deepening sky. Guides move with quiet confidence—scouting parking pullouts, checking sky clarity, and arranging inflatable loungers so you can tilt back and watch the dome of night unfold.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal walking on uneven ground for short distances.
Wildlife
History
The Bow Valley was used for millennia by Indigenous peoples such as the Stoney Nakoda; later railway and mining activity opened the same corridors now used to access dark-sky sites.
Conservation
Light pollution is a growing concern—use minimal lights, avoid flash photography near wildlife, and follow Leave No Trace principles to protect fragile alpine environments.
Reserve your spot on the Night Adventure with possible stargazing and Aurora chasing today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Dress in layers
Temperatures can swing quickly after dusk; thermal base layers, an insulated jacket and windproof outer layer are essential.
Bring a tripod and camera
Long exposures capture stars and faint aurora; use a tripod and learn basic settings (ISO 800–3200, 10–25s, wide aperture).
Charge devices and bring headlamps
Guides supply headlamps but having a charged phone and spare batteries helps for photos and emergency use.
Aurora sightings not guaranteed
Tours increase your odds by moving to darker sites, but solar activity and clouds control visibility—book with flexible expectations.
Insulated winter jacket
Keeps core warm during long stationary skywatching sessions.
winter
Warm hat and insulated gloves
Protect extremities from night cold and wind.
fall
Sturdy, insulated boots
Provide traction and warmth on snowy or icy pullouts.
spring
Tripod and wide‑angle camera
Useful for long‑exposure astrophotography of stars and aurora.
summer