Howe Sound Crest Trail

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The Howe Sound Crest Trail is an incomparable advanced hiker trail, that follows along the summits of the coast mountains of the most southern glacial fjord in the northern hemisphere and experiences breathtaking backcountry views of mountains, lakes, creeks, and a tangle of ocean inlets and islands. Two expert backcountry guides will take you for an incredib...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What's this trip about?

    The Howe Sound Crest Trail is an incomparable advanced hiker trail, that follows along the summits of the coast mountains of the most southern glacial fjord in the northern hemisphere and experiences breathtaking backcountry views of mountains, lakes, creeks, and a tangle of ocean inlets and islands. Two expert backcountry guides will take you for an incredible private one-of-a-kind experience!

Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 1 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityGaribaldi Lake
End CityBritish Columbia

Destinations

  • North America
  • Canada

Trip includes

    • • Roundtrip scenic guided drive-in luxury class vehicle from Metro Vancouver to Cypress Provincial Park and the Porteau Cove Marine Park• Camping equipment including backpacks, waterproof tents, sleeping bags, sleeping mattresses, camp stools, all cooking, eating, and drinking utensils, 2 lanterns, clothesline, freshwater containers, and treatment• 3 days, with 2 Backpacking and Camping Guides for up to 10 hours per day• Daily Breakfast, 3 Course Lunches, and 3 Course Dinners• An amazing unforgettable trip of your lifetime!

Itinerary

Your guides help you learn and appreciate backcountry camping and who will show you the best places to see and trails to hike. You will be sleeping in tents along the trail in a comfortable group-camping setting. You will be taught how to use camping equipment like a pro and provide a myriad of stories, facts, and information about the geology and ecosystems flora and fauna and mini-workshops on: • How to pack a backpack - Guests will assist in the carrying of food, water, and equipment plus personal items • Backcountry safety and nutrition • How to set up a backcountry camp • Leave No Trace Principles The itinerary will vary based on guests’ desires and on how much hiking guests want each day. Camping sites are as follows: • 1st-night option 1 - Plateau above Enchantment Lake (11 km from Cypress Mountain Resort) • 1st-night option 2 - Magnesia Meadows (14.5 km from Cypress Mountain Resort) • 2nd-night option 1 - Brunswick Lake (19 km from Cypress Mountain Resort) • 2nd-night option 2 - Deeks Lake (22 km from Cypress Mountain Resort) While the elevation gain on this hike from the trailhead to the highest point is only 610m, you’ll climb closer to 1,800m in cumulative elevation gain over the length of the entire trail, indicating the amount of up and down we will be doing.

Day 1: Vancouver to Cypress Provincial Park

6:30 am - Depart from Vancouver to Cypress Provincial Park. Enjoy a scenic guided 45 min. drive to Cypress ski resort where the Adventure begins!

7:30 am - Backcountry How to Pack a Backpacking Workshop – learn the art and science of packing a Backpack...

Day 2: Options, Options, Options!

8:00 am - Breakfast.

9:30 am - Enchantment Lake to Deeks Lake – Length: 11 kilometres; suggested time: 8-10 hours. An Option exists to stop and camp at Brunswick Lake.

9:30 am - Magnesia Meadows to Brunswick Lake– Length: 4.5 kilometres; sugge...

Day 3: Hiking and Departure

Take it all in and then descent. Start with an optional good morning wake-up swim and a warm healthy breakfast, to prepare us for the descent from mountain terrain to beachside ocean views.

8:00 am - Breakfast.

9:00 am - Break Camp.

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Last Updated: 4/12/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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What's excluded

    • • Does not include breakfast on the first day, nor dinner on the last day. Does not include alcoholic beverages• Anything of a personal nature or that is not mentioned in included
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Age Requirements
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