7 Great Adventures for Big Family Getaways
7 Great Adventures for Big Family Getaways
What makes the best Big Family Getaways?Family can be…
Established in 1910, Glacier National Park is known to Native Americans as the “Shining Mountains” and the “Backbone of the World.” Discover the 26 remaining glaciers on this Glacier National Park Adventure. Home to over a million acres of old-growth forests, alpine lakes, rugged mountains, and wildflower meadows. Glacier National Park has approximately 750 miles of maintained trails, exceptional for hiking and biking. The Going to the Sun Road is the perfect path for bicycle enthusiasts. Not to mention, Glacier National Park rafting is amazing!
Read about North America's National Parks, and learn from the experts!
Activity Level 1
What's The Rush?
I'm active and in decent shape and not looking to experience a place just through a bus window. I'm happy to slow down on the trail, soak it in and breathe in the fresh air.
Walking: 2-3 hours per day on gentle-gradient trails.
Other activities: On these trips, you'll be taking part in a range of other activities that focus less on building up a sweat and more on enjoying the finer things in life.
Activity Level 2
On the Move
Sure, I own some hiking boots, they're even worn in, but they don't go on long trips. I like my creature comforts and I like to give a range of activities a go.
Walking: 2-4 hours per day on gentle to moderate gradient trails. No multi-day hikes.
Biking: 1-3 hours, cruisy rides achievable by anyone, even first-timers. Kayaking: 1-3 hours, entry-level sea kayaking with specialist guides and stable boats.
Other activities (i.e. snorkeling): Always optional and very little exertion required. A highlight for many!
Activity Level 3
Step It Up
I love an active vacation. Engaging in a challenging activity with a difficult goal, such as reaching a summit, is exactly what I need to unwind in the evenings.
Hiking: Typically, 3-6 hours per day on well-formed backcountry trails. Expect some significant gradient inclines and declines.
Altitude: Your trip may include some moderate altitude areas, though these don't form the focus of the trip and are generally manageable.
Biking: 1-3 hours on well-formed paths or roads where you can expect some hills with moderate climbs and descents.
Kayaking: 1-3 hours, entry-level sea kayaking with specialist guides and stable boats.
Other activities (i.e. caving): Always optional and very little exertion required. A highlight for many!
Activity Level 4
Challenge Accepted
I'll let my trusty guides sweat the small things, so I can focus on my goal. Getting to the top, reaching the end, achieving my dreams! Sure, it'll be tough, but the views will be worth it.
Hiking / Trekking: Typically, 4–6-hour hikes with options for more, sometimes with limited or no vehicle support and nearly always with ascents and descents.
Altitude: Some trips at this level will reach a significant altitude. We are here to help you manage that and make your experience one to cherish for a lifetime.
Biking & Kayaking: If one, or both, of these activities are 'your thing,' there are trip options in this range, allowing you to be on two wheels or with a paddle in your hand for most of the day.
Activity Level 5
The Upper Limit
I'm ready to put in the hard work to reap the rewards. I'm a seasoned adventurer, not afraid to get my boots wet.
Trekking & Altitude: This is classic trekking, at altitude. Some might even call it 'expedition-style.' We've had folks from all walks of life achieve their dreams on our grade 5 trips, so if you're in for a challenge get in touch to find out if this is for you.
We believe summer is the best time to visit Glacier National Park. For weather, lodging, campgrounds, activities, and wildlife, summer offers the most reward. It’s the best combination of perks from across seasons. You can swim, hike, kayak, and marvel at our country’s natural beauty at its most raw and palpable.
Where to fly in for your Glacier Park Vacation
For your Glacier Park vacation please plan to arrive in Kalispell MT one day prior to your multi-day tour. Your itinerary starts at 8 AM with a pickup from your arrival hotel. Our guides will help pack your bags into the van and take you to your select hotels for the tour. After the trip, we’ll drop you off at a nearby hotel of your choice or the Kalispell Airport on the final day of the 6-day tour.
Glacier Park International Airport
Kalispell Montana
Forget the bus tours! Your guides will handle all the logistics for you as you explore the park. We’ll shuttle with our own vans and join you on the hikes. The hallmark of an Austin Adventures tour is our included meals. Snacks, breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and refreshments, are included in your itinerary (except one dinner on your own). Learn more by exploring your chosen trip itinerary.
Explore nearby with Yellowstone Tours and Grand Teton Vacations.
Experience the national park with expert glacier guides on day hikes in search of mountain goats gracefully climbing North America’s Rocky Mountains and exquisite panoramic views. With an elevation of 6,094 feet, Iceberg Lake is surrounded by Mount Wilbur, Iceberg Peak, and the Continental Divide to the West. Resting at the base of Bearhat Mountain, Avalanche Lake has an elevation of 4,031 feet and is surrounded by 500-year-old trees and grizzly bears.
All of Glacier is bear territory! But don’t worry, exploring Glacier National Park with experienced guides will keep you and your family as safe as possible. You don’t even have to worry about parking!
With an average of 12 guests per departure and an industry-leading 6:1 guest-to-guide ratio, you’ll enjoy a highly personalized experience with the perspective of an insider.
It’s so much easier to relax and enjoy your adventure when you have fun, caring guides who know the land, are experts in motivation, sweat all the details and whip up incredible meals, too!
When we say all inclusive, we mean it! Meals and snacks, activities, lodging, transportation, guiding services and more. Every detail is handled; all you need to do is show up!
Every aspect of your trip is thoroughly considered for your safety, from highly vetted vendors and well-maintained equipment to extensively trained guides and our seasoned operations team at headquarters.
Family travel and North American National Parks are our specialty. We’ve perfected our itineraries and sustained relationships for decades, ensuring you'll experience your destination to the fullest.
For us, the extra mile is never extra, it’s part of the way! Count on special touches throughout your trip that will amplify your experience. If we’ve done our job, they’ll have you saying “wow!”
