Over the course of 50 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! Join us this season for an incredible adventure - challenge yourself, make new friends, experience something new, laugh and create great memories.
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Overview
Trip Highlights
- Excellent Class I & II whitewater
- Multi-day backpack to the Cirque of the Unclimbables
- High Alpine scenery & wildlife
- Pristine hot-springs
Over the course of 50 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! Join us this season for an incredible adventure - challenge yourself, make new friends, experience something new, laugh and create great memories.
- Visit Website
- 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 II
- Whitewater Class III
Destination
- North America
Length
- 17 Days
Accomodation
- Wilderness Camping
Guided
- Yes
Outfitted
- Fully
Special Interest
- Photography
- Wildlife Viewing
- Intermediate
Adventure Level
Itinerary
Meeting Place
Norman Wells, Northwest Territories
Meet at Norman Wells Airport for a shuttle to the float plane docks and a flight to Divide Lake. Day 2 -7 descend Cold Feet Creek & Broken Skull with hikes for views and hot springs. Day 10-15 backpacking to the Cirque and paddling the Nahanni to Rabbitkettle Lake. Day 16 fly to Fort Simpson.
Dates & Packages
NWT - Broken Skull Canoe & Cirque Hike
Guides: 1:6 ratio
Meals:
- all trail meals and snacks from Day 1 lunch to Day 16 lunch
- Dinner and breakfast in Fort Simpson on Day 16 & 17
Shuttles from Fort Simpson to and from the River. Details below.
Canoeing Equipment
• expedition canoes with spray decks and knee pads
• paddles, PFDs, throw bags
• paddling helmets, paddling suits (semi-dry)
Camping Equipment
• tents: free-standing, custom expedition dome tents - 2 per tent
•"kitchen": tarp, firebox, 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)
• 15 nights camping
• 1 night hotel (Day 16) in Fort Simpson
Included Travel:
- Ground transfer between Norman Wells Airport and Black Feather Base/float plane docks - Day 1
- Charter float plane from Norman Wells to Divide Lake, headwaters of the Broken Skull – Day 1
- Charter float plane from Rabbitkettle Lake, Nahanni to Fort Simpson - Day 16
- Ground transfers on Day 16 & 17 in Fort Simpson
- Transportation of guides, group gear, food, etc.
Our Team
Our team is ready to work with you, from your first call to the office or online booking, all the way to the expedition's final day. We know how to take care of the details so you can just relax and enjoy an incredible experience in some of the most amazing places on earth! With 50 years of experience you know you are in good hands.
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Our Team
Our team is ready to work with you, from your first call to the office or online booking, all the way to the expedition's final day. We know how to take care of the details so you can just relax and enjoy an incredible experience in some of the most amazing places on earth! With 50 years of experience you know you are in good hands.
Learn MoreOur Services
Black Feather provides exceptional wilderness adventure holidays for individuals and small groups. We specialize in remote, northern expeditions - from sea kayaking in Greenland to basecamping on the arctic ice at the floe edge, to hiking across incredible tunda and canoeing Canada's wildest and most beautiful rivers, we have the trip for you!
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Our Services
Black Feather provides exceptional wilderness adventure holidays for individuals and small groups. We specialize in remote, northern expeditions - from sea kayaking in Greenland to basecamping on the arctic ice at the floe edge, to hiking across incredible tunda and canoeing Canada's wildest and most beautiful rivers, we have the trip for you!
Learn MoreEquipment & Outfitting
Black Feather is a leader in gear innovation - many of the items you see in use today were conceived by us! We update our trip equipment constantly, and as our guides come up with better and more streamlined systems we adapt them into our program. You can feel safe and well-taken care of with equipment that supports you in the wilderness!
Learn More
Equipment & Outfitting
Black Feather is a leader in gear innovation - many of the items you see in use today were conceived by us! We update our trip equipment constantly, and as our guides come up with better and more streamlined systems we adapt them into our program. You can feel safe and well-taken care of with equipment that supports you in the wilderness!
Learn More