In over 40 years of providing adventure travel holidays, we have paddled and hiked thousands of kilometers with countless satisfied customers. We've learned how to make your trip very special. Over 70% of our clientele are returning participants!
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Overview
The Broken Skull River. 150 km of pure whitewater fun! It is located in one of Canada's newest national parks: Nááts’ihch’oh. The river is a little-known tributary of the fabled South Nahanni River. Starting high in the Mackenzie Mountains, the river boasts excellent Class 1 and 2 whitewater, pristine hot-springs, great hiking, and true untravelled wilderness. We will fly into Divide Lake, where we will take a day hike to the surrounding mountains.
After following Cold Feet Creek to the Broken Skull River, the paddling fun begins. The route will take us past Swallow Falls and downstream to the Broken Skull Hot Springs. This is a short hike from the river. Continuing downstream with consistent, runnable rapids, we then meet the South Nahanni. Our last 2 days of paddling will take us to Nahanni National Park's Rabbitkettle Lake, where we will meet our charter flight back to Fort Simpson. At this point, there is also the option of joining our Nahanni "Classic" trip for an additional 2 weeks (must be arranged in advance). This trip is highlighted by fun Class I and 2 whitewater, interesting day hikes, wildlife viewing, and hot springs. Although not well known, the river is a hidden gem waiting to be paddled. The Broken Skull River trip is suitable for paddlers with previous canoe-camping and whitewater canoeing experience, but advanced whitewater skills are not required.
Starting at
$7550 CAD
Package Price
Trip Highlights
- Excellent Class 1 and 2 whitewater
- Pristine hot-springs, great hiking, and true untravelled wilderness.
- Accommodation Included
- Excellent trail meals and snacks from Day 1 lunch to Day 9 lunch
In over 40 years of providing adventure travel holidays, we have paddled and hiked thousands of kilometers with countless satisfied customers. We've learned how to make your trip very special. Over 70% of our clientele are returning participants!
- Visit Website
- Request Catalog
- 1 (888) 849-7668
- View all Black Feather Products >
- Reservation Policy
Quick Facts
Paddlesport
- Canoeing
Activity
- Whitewater
- Expedition
- Canoe Tripping
Experience/Service
- Paddling Trip
Waterway
- Whitewater Class I
- Whitewater Class II
Destination
- North America
Length
- 10 Days
Accomodation
- Wilderness Camping
Guided
- Yes
Outfitted
- Fully
Special Interest
- Intermediate
Adventure Level
Itinerary
Meeting Place
Norman Wells, NWT
We will fly into Divide Lake, where we will take a day hike to the surrounding mountains. After following Cold Feet Creek to the Broken Skull River, the paddling fun begins. The route will take us past Swallow Falls and downstream to the Broken Skull Hot Springs. This is a short hike from the river.
Dates & Packages
Broken Skull River Canoe Trip
Guides
5:1 ratio
Accommodation
• 9 nights camping
• 1 night in Fort Simpson - Day 9
Meals
• excellent trail meals and snacks from Day 1 lunch to Day 9 lunch
• Dinner on Day 9 in Fort Simpson
• charter float plane flight from Norman Wells to Divide Lake - Day 1
• charter float plane flight from Rabbitkettle back to Fort Simpson - Day 9
• transportation of guides, group gear, food, etc. to Norman Wells
• ground transfers between Airport and Black Feather Base / float plane docks
Canoeing Equipment
• custom 17’ ABS expedition canoes with spray decks and knee pads
• paddles, PFDs, throw bags, paddling helmets
Camping Equipment
• tents: free-standing, custom expedition dome tents - 2 per tent
• "kitchen": tarp, fire box, cooking stoves, utensils, dishes, etc.
• containers for food and group equipment
Safety Equipment
• first aid, safety, river rescue, and repair kits
• communications equipment (satellite phone)
What Guests Are Saying
150 km of pure whitewater fun! The fantastic hot-spring was an added bonus.
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