Yamnuska

Welcome to the mountain world of Yamnuska where we invite you to join us in our pursuit of enjoyment, challenge and knowledge among the high peaks of the Canadian Rockies. Our quest for over 20 years.

You will be led and taught by some of Canada's best mountain guides as well as superb guides from other alpine nations. They are certified professionals, held to the extraordinary standards of the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides. For whilst your enjoyment and satisfaction is our ultimate objective, your safety is our immediate priority.

Join us for an exceptional experience in the Canadian Rockies.

Yamnuska Inc. has been a leader in mountain instruction and guiding since 1977 and the Mountain Skills Semester program a mainstay from the very beginning. Over 500 people have graduated from the Mountain Skills Semester.

Beware of imitations. Several community colleges, particularly in British Columbia, offer what appear to be similar programs. The only tertiary educational institution in BC with a government mandate to offer skills-based guide training is University College of the Cariboo (diploma and degree). As a leading employer of mountain and hiking guides in Canada, we are acutely aware of the training and experience guides require. Certificates awarded by community colleges are not recognized by our industry.

Yamnuska also has full and legitimate access to the best instructional terrain found in North America, namely Canada’s mountain National Parks. (Banff, Glacier, Kootenay, Jasper and Yoho) Our imitators often have to seek out the back door.

For more information, please visit the Yamnuska website