Adventure Glacier: Best of Glacier Package

Experience one of Glacier National Park’s most iconic waterfall views on a guided hike to St. Mary Falls. This easy-to-moderate hike (~4 miles round trip) blends scenic beauty with engaging insights from an experienced Glacier Institute educator. You'll join a small group and friendly guide which includes transporation all throughout the national park and along Going-to-the-Sun Road. 

Forget about the stress of parking limits and white-knuckled driving as you sit back to enjoy the view from your mini-bus and hit the trails with your friendly guide. 

Along the way, you'll move at a comfortable pace and stop for insights into Glacier’s geology, wildlife, and natural history as you follow the out-and-back trail to a postcard-worthy cascade, St. Mary Falls. Perfect for visitors who want an immersive Glacier National Park experience, the trip highlights how fire, water, and ice have shaped the park’s valleys, forests, and mountain silhouettes.

Your experienced guide provides lively insights along the trail and at scenic overlooks, explaining how glaciers shaped the landscape, how water moves through the park, and where to spot wildlife.

At St. Mary Falls, you’ll reach one of the park’s most photographed waterfalls, where vibrant turquoise water cuts through the rock, offering a powerful look at the forces that continue to shape Glacier today. You’ll also stop at scenic overlooks near the historic site of the Sun Point Chalet, adding a glimpse into the park’s human history alongside its natural story.

This guided hike offers a thoughtful balance of outdoor adventure and meaningful insight, making it a great choice for visitors who want a deeper connection to Glacier without taking on a strenuous backcountry hike.

What You'll Experience

• See how glaciers carved the valley and shaped St. Mary Lake—geology you can spot right from the trail

• Understand how fire and water shape Glacier’s landscapes, from waterfalls to recovering forests

• Learn simple field skills like identifying plants, spotting wildlife signs, and reading the terrain around you

Experience the ultimate half-day whitewater raft trip near Glacier National Park! Lasting about 2-3 hours depending on the season, this experience is filled with family-friendly class II-III rapids that guarantee smiles and a fun time for everyone, all with the outstanding backdrop of Glacier.

Your expertly trained guide will provide a safety briefing before you set out for your whitewater adventure down on the Middle Fork of the Flathead River. You'll enjoy the spectacular sights of Glacier National Park and the mellow waters during the first section of the float. Then, the canyon will narrow, and the fun will begin! Paddle your small group raft through a series of pools and rapids that bring plenty of excitement but mellow enough for the whole family to enjoy.

Feeling a bit warm on a hot summer day? Jump off the raft and take a quick swim or cool off when the waters are calm and safe!

If you're looking for more fun on the river, our Full-Day Whitewater Raft & Lunch trip will provide you with more scenery and more time on the water. Enjoy a delicious lunch on the riverside before hitting the rapids and ending in West Glacier.

If you prefer a more laid-back float trip, you can sit back and relax with a Scenic Float on the Flathead River.