Montana: Glacier National Park
Montana’s Glacier National Park is a wilderness experience not to be missed—and this hiker’s tour lets you discover the park’s natural wonders in style! Our experienced local guides are expert naturalists—adept at navigating Montana’s wilderness trails and rugged terrain. Under their tutelage, you’ll learn how to spot eagles, elk, and bighorn sheep among the lush slopes of the Highland Trail—and the perfect spot to photograph the stunning turquoise waters at Iceberg Lake. Hike to Appistoki Falls and enjoy a picnic lunch overlooking stunning views of the Continental Divide—and ride the parks’ famous open-top Red Jammer buses as you travel from hotel to hotel. In the evenings, relax in historic mountain lodges steeped in Glacier National Park lore, spectacular mountain scenery, and mouthwatering local cuisine.
Highlights
- Ascend the peaks and cliffs of the Continental Divide as you cruise the famous Going-to-the-Sun Road in one of the park’s classic Red Buses.
- Learn from passionate and knowledgeable naturalist guides, as they bring Glacier National Park’s impressive geological history to life.
- Traverse alpine slopes through a profusion of colorful wildflowers and grasses, all beneath the impressive face of Mt. Wilbur.
Positive Impact
Country Walkers is proud to support the Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative with a donation on behalf of each guest on this tour. Stretching some 2,000 miles, the Yellowstone to Yukon region is enormously diverse and inhabited with wildlife, nature, and millions of people. The Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative is the only organization dedicated to securing the ecological health of this entire region. Through their big-picture perspective they focus on local issues that have continental-scale implications. Since 1993 they have worked with over 300 partners including businesses and government and non-profit organizations on dozens of on-the-ground initiatives.
Accommodations
An incredible trip, with incredible guides. Glacier National Park is an incredibly beautiful place and the hikes showcased the beauty of the park. The guides were extremely knowledgeable and helpful throughout the week. I would recommend this trip to anyone.
Montana: Glacier National Park
The Country Walkers Glacier National Park Tour exceeded my expectations - breathtaking scenery, well-chosen hiking routes, professional-level guides, good food and the opportunity to stay in stately old National Park lodges. We were given choices between "hard" and "not so hard" hikes, so that guests of differing fitness levels could have an enjoyable experience. We had plenty of game-viewing opportunities, including bear, moose, mountain goats and mountain sheep. Wildflowers were in bloom along the "Garden Wall" trail. The highlight was a challenging hike up to a glacial lake with icebergs bobbing around in turquoise water, surrounded by steep mountain walls.
Montana: Glacier National Park
Expert Local Guides
Experience your destination like an insider with people who call it home.
Wade Holm
Born in South Africa, Wade has spent his life exploring the outdoors in places like Kruger National Park and the Drakensberg mountain range. At an early age, these experiences instilled in him a deep sense of wilderness stewardship. Since moving to North America, he has made a career of guiding trips in Glacier National Park, where he explores the rugged Montana landscape-sharing his passion for adventure with his guests. When not guiding, you can find him happily photographing, and documenting, birds and wildlife on his many adventures.
Gabby Holm
The outdoors has been a lifelong inspiration for Gabby Holm. As an artist, she draws inspiration from the natural world. With prior experience at Glacier Guides and Montana Rafts, Gabby appreciates the richness of Glacier’s beauty, diversity, and natural and cultural history. Gabby has a wealth of information to share, and enjoys helping others learn about birds, animals, plants, and geology while hiking.
David Moench
Born and raised in New Mexico, David grew up exploring the beauty of the southwest. After graduating from Humboldt State University with a degree in Recreation Administration and Adventure Tourism Management, David went on to realize his dreams—becoming a professional guide and environmental steward. Following years of guiding throughout the United States and internationally, David now calls Whitefish his forever home where he can share his love of Glacier Park with others.
Eva Stone
Eva Stone was raised in Gardiner, Montana at the entrance to Yellowstone National Park, one of the few humans among its bison and elk inhabitants! She has worked and guided in Yellowstone and Denali National Park, but Glacier has been far and away her favorite and is home. Whether she’s hiking, biking, rafting, or skiing she loves being out in the mountains and sharing her enthusiasm for protected wilderness with others.
Jordan Smith
Jordan Smith was born and raised in greater Seattle and developed a passion for the outdoors at an early age. The day after she graduated from college, she moved to the mountains of Montana and never looked back, guiding in Glacier National Park ever since. Jordan enjoys work as a ski instructor and yoga teacher in the off season and is deeply passionate about the area’s history and ecology.
Jennifer Buls
Jennifer Buls hails from Great Falls, Montana, and has worked as a rafting and hiking guide since 2002. Gifted in plant identification, Jennifer studied Forest Resource management. When not guiding, one can find her working in a local gear shop or out on the slopes snowboarding.