Tour Type
Canadian Tours
DEPARTURE INFORMATION
BC Interior
September 27, 2025 – 4 Days
Activity Level 3
GROUP SIZE
TOUR SUMMARY
Wells Gray Park
Come and see the birthplace of Wells Gray Tours! Nicknamed ‘Canada’s Waterfalls Park’ and ‘Volcanoes Park,’ Wells Gray is a wonderland of natural sights including Canada’s 4th highest waterfall, Helmcken Falls. Late September is an excellent time to visit as the colourful fall foliage is starting and the waterfalls look quite different than during the spring runoff. The tour is directed by Roland Neave, owner of Wells Gray Tours and Wells Gray Gateway Guesthouse, and author of the popular guide-book, Exploring Wells Gray Park. Other highlights are Helmcken Canyon, Dawson Falls, Bailey’s Chute, Ray Farm & Mineral Springs, Trophies Lodge, Spahats Falls, and an all-day boat tour on Clearwater and Azure Lakes to Rainbow Falls.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
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Meals
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8 meals
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Transportation
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Accommodation
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Gratuities
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Knowledgeable Wells Gray tour director
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Tour Highlights (Included)
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TOUR FARES
| Departure Point | Fares per Person |
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$1,570$1,775$1,500 |
- Please add 5% GST.
Early Booking Bonus!
$60 discount on first 10 seats; $30 on next 4.
DEPARTURE POINTS & DATES
ACTIVITY LEVEL
Level
High Activity: You are an active traveler who wants to explore wherever you go. You don’t mind a mix of full days, early morning starts, and some late nights. You can walk longer distances on trails, up to 4 km without difficulty which may be over uneven ground; climb in and out of small boats without assistance; stand for prolonged periods, and handle your own luggage at the hotel. This tour is not appropriate for people with canes, walkers, wheelchairs, or other mobility assistance devices. Walking poles are fine. Additionally, this tour is not appropriate for those who have cognitive impairments such as memory loss or confusion, difficulty expressing thoughts, repeating questions, or getting lost.
The tour director and driver have many responsibilities, so please do not expect them, or your fellow travelers, to provide ongoing assistance. If you are not capable of keeping up with the group or require frequent assistance, the tour director may stop you from participating in some activities or some days of the tour.
The longer walks are:
- Murtle & Clearwater Rivers overlook – 1 hour or 2.2 km return; 50 metres descent outbound
- Ray Farm & Mineral Springs – 30 mins or 1.1 km return; 20 metres descent outbound
- Bailey’s Chute & Marcus Falls – 1¼ hours or 3.2 km return; minor elevation change
These times are at a leisurely pace including viewpoint stops. These 3 walks are on the same day, September 28. A day pack, water bottle, and hiking boots or sturdy walking shoes are essential. There are no bathrooms on the boats and the trip to Rainbow Falls is about 2 hours each way.
Please read the Activity Level 3 declaration attached to this brochure. By paying the tour deposit, you agree that you are capable of travelling on an Activity Level 3 tour.
Tour Size
This tour is limited to 21 travelers which is the capacity of the two boats. Please book early! A small
group like this provides a more intimate travel experience.
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Payments: A deposit of $150 per person is requested at the time of booking and the balance is due August 12, 2025. By paying the deposit, you agree to the Terms & Conditions, Activity Level 3 Declaration, and Cancellation Policy outlined. Payments can be made by online banking or cheque (1.5% discount on tour fare), or by Visa or Mastercard.
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Early Booking Bonus: Receive a $60 discount on the first 10 seats and $30 on the next 4 seats for booking early with deposit. The discount is not offered after August 12, 2025.
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Cancellation Policy: Up to July 11, 2025, the cancellation charge is $50 per person. From July 12 to August 12, the cancellation charge is $100 per person. From August 13 to August 29, the cancellation charge is 50% of the tour fare. After August 29, there is no refund.
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Fare Changes: Changes to taxes and surcharges from tour suppliers can occur at any time and are beyond the control of Wells Gray Tours, therefore Wells Gray Tours reserves the right to increase fares due to such changes up until the time of departure.
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Food Allergies: You must notify us no later than at final payment if you have a food allergy. This tour goes to some remote places where restaurants may not be able to satisfy all food allergies. An allergy causes medical distress, a preference does not. For some allergies, please consider bringing your own snacks or food items so you are not dependent on what restaurants are able to serve.
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Travel Insurance: A Comprehensive Insurance policy is available through Wells Gray Tours and coverage is provided by Travel Guard. Policies purchased at deposit include a waiver of the pre-existing condition clause for medical and cancellation claims, otherwise policies can be purchased no later than at final payment. This tour stays in British Columbia. While your BC Services Card may cover you for a medical issue that arises during the tour, you will probably benefit from trip cancellation and trip interruption coverage in case of illness or a mishap before or during the tour. Many other benefits such as luggage insurance are included. Medical questionnaire is not needed. Please contact us for details. If you have your own travel insurance, please read the policy carefully to be sure that you are adequately covered for cancellation, interruption, and luggage.
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Photo Credits: Adobe Stock (Dawson Falls) and Roland Neave (Helmcken Falls, Clearwater Lake, Wells Gray Group at Park Entrance, Azure Lake at Rainbow Falls Beach).
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Experience Points or E-points: This tour earns 36 e-points. Each time you travel on a Wells Gray tour, you earn e-points that are added to your account after the tour returns. One e-point equals $1. Redeem your earned points on select tours or accumulate enough points to earn a free tour! Redemptions offered until August 12, 2025.
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Consumer Protection BC Licenses: Kamloops 178, Vernon 655, Kelowna 588, Penticton 924, Victoria 65842