What you get on this adventure: An experienced hiking guide accompanying you for the whole duration of the tour & local, experienced guides with extensive knowledge of the area in Canada 7-day all-women hiking tour in Canada Accommodation (4 nights in an ensuite, single occupancy hotel room and 2 nights in shared cabins) All breakfasts, 5 lunches, 1 dinner Professional guided hikes in Tumbler Ridge Global Geopark Other local transfers required Spa kits made by local women in Tumbler Ridge All Canadian taxes and fees What’s not included: Transportation to Fort St. John, BC — flights from and to Vancouver can be arranged at an additional price Travel insurance — mandatory Additional meals and beverages — suggested budget is $65 per day on days where meals aren’t included Optional additional activities Guide gratuities — optional

How fit do I need to be?

In order to join the all-women hiking tour in Canada, you need to have a decent level of fitness. You’ll be on your feet for 6 days, with most days being between 4 and 6 hours of walking or hiking with regular refreshment stops. Some days you’ll be hiking on uneven terrain in Tumbler Ridge Geopark. The most you’ll hike is 10 miles with 984 ft of elevation change, and the most challenging day will be the Sunrise Summit. There is an option not to do the Summit and stay at the hotel until the group returns—but we hope everyone joins in to see the sunrise over the magnificent mountains!

What do I need to bring?

Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring: Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 25-40L bag) Hiking poles — optional Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity) Lightweight hiking boots or shoes Spare clothes for layering Waterproof rain jacket Sunhat Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.) Headlamp or flashlight Sunglasses Camera — optional (but recommended) Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

What’s the accommodation like?

In order to experience as much as you can on this tour, you’ll be staying in different accommodations. When you’re in Tumbler Ridge, you’ll stay there for 2 nights in the Sunrise Summit Camp. This is a rustic accommodation with shared rooms in a spectacular setting on a lake in the mountains. This is the best way to truly experience the mountains and the sunrise summit. Keep in mind that there is no running water or flush toilets—the camp is located beside a small lake and has pit toilets, propane stove, and fire pit. The cabins have shared accommodations. The remaining four nights will be spent in local hotels, where you’ll have an ensuite room all to yourself!

Group sizes and age requirements

Group sizes and prices: For this all-women hiking tour in Canada, the maximum group size is 12. There will be multiple guides during the trip, depending on the area you’re exploring, but one guide will be with you the whole way through. The cost does not decrease as the group grows. Hiking in Canada can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements. Min. age requirements: If you are older than 18, you’re good to go. Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the hike on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian. If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

Deposits and cancellation policy

A 25% deposit to secure your place is due upon booking. The remaining amount is paid 3 months (90 days) prior to departure. Once the trip is confirmed by the guide, the cancellation policy stated below applies. If Client cancels the Booking anytime prior to ninety (90) calendar days in advance of the trip contemplated by the booking, Client is entitled to a refund or moving the credit to another holiday, minus the deposit. It is not possible to refund the deposit as it covers costs that have already been incurred. After that deadline, Client is not entitled to any refund. Any reimbursable expenses arising out of the Booking incurred by Guide prior to the date of cancellation (including but not limited to plane tickets, car rental payments, and lodging or transportation fees) are non-refundable as soon as they are incurred by the Guide. However, the Guide will discuss options with the Client regarding the possibility of reselling the Client’s place. If Client has to cancel the trip due to COVID-19 infection, the Guide will refund Client’s money or transfer it to another trip.

Getting there and meeting location

To get to Fort St. John in British Columbia, the starting point of your tour, most people fly into North Peace Regional Airport (YXJ) , the airport serving Fort St. John. Both Calgary and Vancouver offer flights to North Peace Regional Airport. Meet up with the group on Day 1 of the tour at 10 am. If you’re flying in from Vancouver, you can meet up with Ginny, your guide. This will be the Air Canada flight on Day 1 of the tour, leaving Vancouver at 8:10 am, arriving into Fort St. John at 9:45 am. Flights can be arranged for you upon request. Your guides can also recommend a hotel in Vancouver to relax and get over your jet lag. Let us know if you’d like that!

Covid measures in Canada

57hours is committed to providing safe outdoor adventure experiences. We require all guides using our platform to have a COVID-19 safety plan and to make the details of that plan accessible to travelers. In most cases, group sizes will be reduced, guides will avoid overcrowded locations, and other safety measures will be met depending on the location and activity. We also expect clients to respect local regulations and take measures to protect themselves, their guides, and the communities they’re traveling to. For more information on COVID-19 measures in Canada, please refer to the COVID-19 travel advice by the Government of Canada . Please contact us if you have any questions or require further information. We are happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information!

TUMBLER RIDGE | BRITISH COLUMBIA

Women’s Hiking Adventure in the Northern Canadian Rockies

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Season

Summer

Nearest city

Your tour starts in Fort St. John, BC

Duration

7 days

Skill level

Beginner to intermediate

Guides

Walking Women, Danielle Roscher

From $2,060 () / 7 days

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For a real break from reality and everyday hustle & bustle, consider the vast Canadian Rockies your refuge. Fly to the 2-million-acre Tumbler Ridge UNESCO Geopark in the foothills of the Rockies and reset on this 7-day adventure alongside like-minded ladies! Whether you’re into chilling by the lake or taking on exciting ridges and peaks, Tumbler Ridge has got you covered. Apart from 728-million-year-old geosites and astounding dinosaur trackways, you’ll feel the misty spray of majestic Kinuseo Falls, paddleboard on Gwilliam Lake, and enjoy the sunrise summit of The Terminator perched up at 7,877 ft. The combo of unspoiled nature and a great team of women by your side will make this a Canadian holiday to remember.

Dinosaur footprints

Follow dinosaur trackways alongside like-minded women in a 600-million-year-old park
Wildlife of the Pacific Province

Spot orcas, moose, elk, and mountain goats
Epic summits & relaxing hikes

Scale The Terminator at sunrise, walk along refreshing waterfalls and serene lakes

Itinerary

Thrive in the company of like-minded women on this 7-day Canadian adventure, gathering the best-ofs in Tumbler Ridge and Northern Canadian Rockies. You will fly to Tumbler Ridge UNESCO Geopark—home to dinosaur remains, crystalline lakes, deep canyons, mighty waterfalls, and stellar peaks—for a real taste of wilderness. While you’re there, you’ll be based in quaint mountain huts, while the rest of the trip will be spent in local hotels. Join this all-women tour and leave with friendships for life and a filled photo gallery!

Meet your guide and your group at 10 am on Day 1 of the tour in Fort St. John. If you choose the Air Canada flight departing at 8:10 am from Vancouver, you can meet up with your guide who will be on that flight. Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted by Danielle Roscher, owner and operator of JADEFit, and transferred to Tumbler Ridge. Tumbler Ridge is famous for its dinosaur artifacts, so you’ll take a “Dinosaur Hike”, following real dinosaur prints, and visit a museum. Afterwards head to the Compass Mountain Outfitters Camp for the Sunrise Summit Adventure, a once-in-a-lifetime experience which you don’t want to miss. Head to bed in time, as you’ll be waking up very early.

Accommodation: Sunrise Summit Camp in Tumbler Ridge
Meals: Lunch
Rise and shine! At 2 am, you’ll begin your ascent to the top of “The Terminator” for sunrise. You’ll take trucks to reach the trailhead. The hike itself is a strenuous vertical climb, but when you reach it, it will all be worth it. You’ll be served coffee and breakfast as you watch the sun
come up over the mountains. Return to the camp at around 10 am—naps are usually in order and you’ll revive in the afternoon. You have two options later on: stay in the area and enjoy the lake, hot tub, or go paddleboarding. The second option is going on a guided trip to the Shipyard and Babcock Falls, a 30-min drive and a 6-km walk. Gather for dinner in the evening next to the fire to enjoy the Canadian outdoor experience.

Accommodation: Sunrise Summit Camp in Tumbler Ridge
Distance: 6 km / 3.7 miles
Elevation change: 300 m / 984 ft
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Note: When it comes to the Sunrise Summit, keep in mind that weather may not cooperate. Hiking in the dark on steep sections without much sleep is challenging enough on its own, but it gets even harder with bad weather. Having said that, even the most inexperienced hiker can still make it to the top with the help of the team.
Pack up and head towards your next hiking destination. No trip to Tumbler Ridge is complete without seeing Kinuseo Falls—this 70-meter tall monumental wonder of nature showers over 40m3 of water a second. Just across the road is the historic Stone Corral trail. Around each bend is a new surprise with 15 different stops including two caves, a massive rock coral, and a tiny underground, stream-fed lake. Expect a 4-5-km (6.4-8 miles) walk with 230 m (755 ft) of elevation change. Drive back into Tumbler and check into your hotel.

Accommodation: Hotel in Tumbler Ridge
Distance: 4-5 km / 6.4-8 miles
Elevation change: 230 m / 755 ft
Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Today you’re hiking through the forest and marveling at the spectacular Windfall Lake. There’s an option of adding a ridge walk and making things more difficult. This is a good area if you’re looking for a challenge, as there are many areas to explore!

Accommodation: Hotel in Tumbler Ridge
Distance: 10 km / 6.2 miles
Elevation change: 300 m / 984 ft
Meals: Breakfast and lunch
This is a relaxing day with two stops. Bullmoose Marshes host a myriad of birds and Canadian moose, so there’s a chance of spotting them. Continue onto Gwillim Lake, a lovely place for a short hike along the shoreline and a great lunch spot. There are also optional activities of swimming or paddleboarding.

Accommodation: Hotel in Tumbler Ridge
Distance: 3 km / 2 miles
Meals: Breakfast and lunch
You’ve got two options today. Following a relaxing morning, join your guides on a trip to Cameron Lakes Lodge Beach area and try out dragon boating. The second option is going on a once-in-a-lifetime heli tour with Ridge Heli Tours at an additional cost. Your guide will explain other options on the day depending on the weather.

Accommodation: Hotel in Tumbler Ridge
Meals: Breakfast
Your all-women Canada adventure has come to an end. If you’ve booked your flights, head to the Fort St. John airport. There’s also the option of adding an Alaska Cruise or some other post-tour option. Let your guides know and they’ll make arrangements.

Meals: Breakfast

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Meet your guides

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Walking Women

Sisters Sara and Ginny, the owners of Walking Women, are passionate about sharing their love for walking and having fantastic experiences with friends and family. Walking Women’s mission is to provide a safe space for women to explore and venture together. Their focus is always on supporting local communities and prioritizing women-led businesses as their partners and suppliers.

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Danielle Roscher

Danielle Roscher founded JADEFit in the middle of the pandemic, when she realized she could combine outdoor adventure with training. She grew up hunting and adventuring with her father, but fell away from sports as a teenager, only to come back to it in her 30s. Today, Danielle is a personal trainer and a guide with many more certifications and diplomas under her belt. It’s been over 10 years that Danielle has been living a new life of exploring, fitness, and adventure, and now her mission is to provide others with the same experience.

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Lyn Romeo (source: Google Reviews)

I have throughly enjoyed my holidays with Walking Women ! Well organised and responsive and always lovely warm and inclusive groups. The fab accommodation and wonderful places ensure that I will be booking regular trips with them

Dottiegc (source: Tripadvisor)

This was my first time with Walking Women and I have to say it was just great getting together with a bunch of like-minded women enjoying the walks, the scenery, the chats and of course the cream teas! Chrissie was a great host and walk leader. I will certainly be looking to 2020 for another walking holiday. Keep up the great work.

dep (source: Tripadvisor)

From the little I have experienced on my holiday with WW, I can see people and places are carefully selected, and held to a high standard with prices that remain almost affordable for all; curated to make the guest at ease at all times wether in the intinerary of the walks or the destination hotel/B&B stay. As a solo traveler I’m only sorry I didnt discover it sooner 🙂

Things to know

What you get on this adventure:
- - An experienced hiking guide accompanying you for the whole duration of the tour & local, experienced guides with extensive knowledge of the area in Canada
  - 7-day all-women hiking tour in Canada
  - Accommodation (4 nights in an ensuite, single occupancy hotel room and 2 nights in shared cabins)
  - All breakfasts, 5 lunches, 1 dinner
  - Professional guided hikes in Tumbler Ridge Global Geopark
  - Other local transfers required
  - Spa kits made by local women in Tumbler Ridge
  - All Canadian taxes and fees
What’s not included:
- - Transportation to Fort St. John, BC — flights from and to Vancouver can be arranged at an additional price
  - Travel insurance — mandatory
  - Additional meals and beverages — suggested budget is $65 per day on days where meals aren’t included
  - Optional additional activities
  - Guide gratuities — optional
In order to join the all-women hiking tour in Canada, you need to have a decent level of fitness. You’ll be on your feet for 6 days, with most days being between 4 and 6 hours of walking or hiking with regular refreshment stops. Some days you’ll be hiking on uneven terrain in Tumbler Ridge Geopark. The most you’ll hike is 10 miles with 984 ft of elevation change, and the most challenging day will be the Sunrise Summit. There is an option not to do the Summit and stay at the hotel until the group returns—but we hope everyone joins in to see the sunrise over the magnificent mountains!
Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
- - Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 25-40L bag)
  - Hiking poles — optional
  - Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
  - Lightweight hiking boots or shoes
  - Spare clothes for layering
  - Waterproof rain jacket
  - Sunhat
  - Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
  - Headlamp or flashlight
  - Sunglasses
  - Camera — optional (but recommended)
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
In order to experience as much as you can on this tour, you’ll be staying in different accommodations.
- - When you’re in Tumbler Ridge, you’ll stay there for 2 nights in the Sunrise Summit Camp. This is a rustic accommodation with shared rooms in a spectacular setting on a lake in the mountains. This is the best way to truly experience the mountains and the sunrise summit. Keep in mind that there is no running water or flush toilets—the camp is located beside a small lake and has pit toilets, propane stove, and fire pit. The cabins have shared accommodations.
  - The remaining four nights will be spent in local hotels, where you’ll have an ensuite room all to yourself!
Group sizes and prices:
- - For this all-women hiking tour in Canada, the maximum group size is 12. There will be multiple guides during the trip, depending on the area you’re exploring, but one guide will be with you the whole way through.
  - The cost does not decrease as the group grows.
Hiking in Canada can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

Min. age requirements:
- - If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
  - Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the hike on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
A 25% deposit to secure your place is due upon booking. The remaining amount is paid 3 months (90 days) prior to departure. Once the trip is confirmed by the guide, the cancellation policy stated below applies.
- - If Client cancels the Booking anytime prior to ninety (90) calendar days in advance of the trip contemplated by the booking, Client is entitled to a refund or moving the credit to another holiday, minus the deposit. It is not possible to refund the deposit as it covers costs that have already been incurred.
  - After that deadline, Client is not entitled to any refund. Any reimbursable expenses arising out of the Booking incurred by Guide prior to the date of cancellation (including but not limited to plane tickets, car rental payments, and lodging or transportation fees) are non-refundable as soon as they are incurred by the Guide. However, the Guide will discuss options with the Client regarding the possibility of reselling the Client’s place.
  - If Client has to cancel the trip due to COVID-19 infection, the Guide will refund Client’s money or transfer it to another trip.
To get to Fort St. John in British Columbia, the starting point of your tour, most people fly into North Peace Regional Airport (YXJ), the airport serving Fort St. John. Both Calgary and Vancouver offer flights to North Peace Regional Airport. Meet up with the group on Day 1 of the tour at 10 am.

If you’re flying in from Vancouver, you can meet up with Ginny, your guide. This will be the Air Canada flight on Day 1 of the tour, leaving Vancouver at 8:10 am, arriving into Fort St. John at 9:45 am. Flights can be arranged for you upon request.

Your guides can also recommend a hotel in Vancouver to relax and get over your jet lag. Let us know if you’d like that!
57hours is committed to providing safe outdoor adventure experiences. We require all guides using our platform to have a COVID-19 safety plan and to make the details of that plan accessible to travelers. In most cases, group sizes will be reduced, guides will avoid overcrowded locations, and other safety measures will be met depending on the location and activity.

We also expect clients to respect local regulations and take measures to protect themselves, their guides, and the communities they’re traveling to. For more information on COVID-19 measures in Canada, please refer to the COVID-19 travel advice by the Government of Canada.

Please contact us if you have any questions or require further information. We are happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information!