Running the Rockies: A Trail Adventure in the Canadian Rockies

This trip is designed for intermediate to advanced trail runners who can string together several days of running on mountainous terrain with elevation gain, without aiming for elite performance. It is aimed at travellers used to outdoor trips and sustained physical effort, looking for an immersive, guided adventure in the Canadian Rockies. Participants are comfortable with organized camping-style comfort, favouring simplicity, self-reliance and closeness to nature over high-end accommodation. This trip is especially well suited to active travellers who value quality guiding, safety in alpine environments and the human experience of a small group, and who want to take on an authentic challenge in an exceptional natural setting.

A minimum of 10 participants is required for the trip to go ahead. A confirmation notice will be sent as soon as the required number of participants is reached, and a cancellation notice will be sent by email 3 months before the start of the course if it is cancelled.

Sunday, July 19 to Sunday, July 26, 2026 Location: Canadian Rockies (Banff and Lake Louise), Canada

Regular rate: CAD 3,090 (taxes included) per person for Canadian participants, or €1,990 (VAT included) per person for European participants.

1. Booking

Your Walden Aventure trip booking is confirmed as soon as we receive:

• either a deposit equal to 20% of the total trip price per person
• or full payment for the trip

For any booking made less than 3 months before the departure date, full payment for the trip is required at the time of booking.

2. Payment of the balance

When a deposit has been paid at the time of booking, the remaining balance must be paid no later than 3 months before the trip start date.
Participants may, however, pay the full balance at any time before this deadline.
If payment of the balance is not received by the deadline, Walden Aventure reserves the right to cancel the booking in accordance with the applicable cancellation terms.

3. Cancellation and refund policy

All cancellation requests must be sent to Walden Aventure by email and will take effect on the date they are received.

DEPOSIT
The 20% deposit covers booking fees and commitments made with our partners. It is non-refundable, but may be converted into a personal travel credit under the conditions set out below.

CANCELLATION AFTER FULL PAYMENT
Depending on the cancellation date, the following fees apply

→ More than 6 months before departure
A cancellation fee equal to 20% of the total trip price applies.
The remaining amount may:

• be refunded to the participant, less any applicable bank transaction or currency conversion fees
• or, at the participant's request, be converted into a personal travel credit of equal value, valid for 24 months

→ Cancellation between 3 and 6 months before departure
A cancellation fee equal to 50% of the total trip price applies.
The remaining amount may:

• be refunded to the participant, less any applicable bank transaction or currency conversion fees
• or be converted into a personal travel credit of equal value, valid for 24 months

→ Cancellation less than 3 months before departure
No refund is possible for cancellations made less than 3 months before departure.
However, Walden Aventure may, on an exceptional basis, offer a travel credit when special circumstances warrant it (e.g., a documented medical situation or a major unforeseeable event).

4. Transfer of booking

If a participant is no longer able to take part in the trip, they may ask to transfer their booking to another person.
Walden Aventure may accept this transfer provided that:

• the new person meets the conditions for taking part in the trip
• the suppliers and partners involved are able to accept the change
• any administrative fees or additional costs incurred are paid

Transfer requests must be made well enough in advance of departure to allow for the necessary adjustments.

5. Cancellation of the trip by Walden Aventure

If Walden Aventure is forced to cancel a trip:

• all amounts paid by the participant, including the deposit, will be refunded in full
• No further compensation beyond the refund of amounts paid will be granted

6. Refund terms

Eligible refunds are processed within a reasonable time (30 days) after the cancellation is confirmed.
Refunds are issued in the currency used for the original payment.
Transaction fees, bank charges, currency conversion fees and any other costs already incurred with third parties are non-refundable.

7. Cancellation insurance

Walden Aventure strongly recommends that every participant purchase travel insurance covering, in particular, cancellation, trip interruption, medical expenses and unforeseen events that could prevent them from taking part in the trip.

If you have any questions, please contact Philippe Blouin at p.blouin@waldenaventure.com.

By registering for this trip, I waive any right to take any action whatsoever against Walden Aventure should I suffer injury or other damages during or after the training.

I affirm that my physical condition allows me to take part in the practical portions of the course. Otherwise, I will voluntarily withdraw from any sessions that are not suitable for me.

I authorize Walden Aventure to take photos as part of their activities. These may be edited, retouched, published, distributed, displayed or otherwise used for promotional and educational publications or videos. They may be shared worldwide, without any time limit. It is understood that the images taken will be presented in a positive manner.
I release Walden Aventure from all liability and waive any claim arising directly or indirectly from the distribution of the images described above, by any means whatsoever.