Top 8 Indigenous-Owned Travel Experiences in Alberta

Alberta’s beautiful national parks, fun cities and extraordinary wildlife rival the best travel destinations in the world! While you’re exploring closer to home with homegrown holidays, you can support Indigenous travel business owners at the same time.

Please abide by provincial and local health and safety rules, including those specific to the reserves or communities which you’re visiting. Remember, we’re here to help! Talk to a travel consultant today to find car rentals and flights with flexible booking conditions, and to get tips for planning your trip.

Now on to our favourite First Nations and Métis-owned travel experiences!

Known as “Alberta’s best tipi camp”, Buffalo Rock pairs a unique camping experience with immersive and educational tours like hiking, sweet grass harvesting and Blackfoot language lessons. Located on the Piikani Nation Reserve, their outdoor getaways are perfect for travellers with kids.

Follow Tim Patterson of the Lower Nicola Indian Band (the Nłeʔkepmxc Nation) into Kananaskis country on a guided tour that’s ideal for solo travellers, couples and small groups. Hike or snowshoe your way to each campground and learn about Indigenous Ways of Knowing as you take in the gorgeous views and fresh air.

Your tour guides will pick you up from YYC airport or your Drumheller accommodations and whisk you away on a fun tour of the Canadian Badlands. Explore the Royal Tyrrell Museum, Horse Thief canyon, Drumheller hoodoos, Rosedale suspension bridge, the world’s largest dinosaur and more.

On a tour with founder, Keith Diakiw, the options are pretty much endless! Experience Nordegg by alpine trail, suspension bridge and even helicopter as you spot wildlife and waterfalls along the way. Finish off your tour with an overnight stay in a comfortable quality hotel.

Head out to Black Mountain for an entertaining getaway in the rustic cabins and bunkhouses. Play horseshoes and volleyball, rent out the cookhouse and even learn to pan for gold! From canoeing to mountain biking to searching for Sasquatch, there won’t be a dull moment.

You’ve never seen Jasper National Park like this before! Get in the saddle and ride your way to your cozy cabin in Solomon Creek or book a relaxing yoga retreat, complete with scenic trail rides.

Enjoy the comforts of home and the magic of Whitefish Lake with a family glamping trip. Take your pick from campgrounds, log cabins or fully outfitted lodges on this beautiful resort owned by the Kikino Métis Settlement. Beaches, boats, fishing and four-wheeler trails await!

Rent by the room for a cute weekend getaway or book out the whole inn (up to 14 persons) for a fun gathering at the lake. This welcoming B&B is just around the corner from Cold Lake’s best parks and attractions, and serves up some of the tastiest breakfasts you’ll ever devour.

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