5 Day Blackfoot Immersion Route
Starting your journey in Calgary, you will immerse yourself by travelling south via Piikani Nation, venturing through the mountain scapes of Waterton Lakes and Glacier National Park, then making your way back north passing through Kainai Nation.
Tips - We encourage you to explore this map and support the Blackfoot region's businesses and artists along the way.
Highlights include:
Spend the night at a traditional tipi camp
Learn Indigenous teachings by connecting with our region's knowledgeable cultural guides
Partake in authentic cultural experiences
Visit engaging cultural centres and historic sites
Experience the richness of culture by visiting three Blackfoot Nations.
Ensure that you check out the "Blackfoot Experiences' available in the region prior to your visit and schedule a guided excursion(s) based on your interests.
Self-guided itinerary:
Day 1 - From Calgary make your way to Piikani Nation, making a stop to see the Okotoks erratic. For the Blackfoot, this is a location where the world began; making it a lovely and memorable stop at the beginning of your journey. Spend the night at a traditional tipi camp where you can partake in an immersive cultural experience.
Day 2 - Make your way to Waterton Lakes National Park and ensure you make a stop at the Paahtómahksikimi Cultural Centre, ending off your day with an overnight stay in Waterton Lakes National Park.
Day 3 - Take the scenic route to the US through the Chief Mountain border crossing and cruise along the Going-to-the-Sun Road towards Glacier National Park. Connect with one of our talented cultural guides from Aamskapi Pikuni for a unique experience and recommendations on where to stay. There are an abundance of accommodations and camping options in the region.
Day 4 - Spend the day immersing yourself in Blackfoot culture on a guided excursion in Glacier National Park. Be in awe of the beautiful landscapes, rushing rivers, biodiversity, and rich cultural history of Aamskapi Pikuni.
Day 5 - Make your way back to Canada via the Carway border crossing passing through Browning and Babb. Your next stop will take you to the Kainai Nation where you can partake in one of their cultural experiences such as an arts and crafts workshop and/or wagon ride through the beautiful landscape. Finish up your trip by heading back to Calgary.
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