Canoe North Adventures
For over 30 Years, Canoe North Adventures has been making memories for life. With bases in Norman Wells & Fort Simpson, Northwest Territories, CNA provides guided wilderness canoe and rafting trips on some of the most renowned wilderness rivers in Canada, including the Nahanni, Keele and Horton Rivers. Owners Al Pace, Lin Ward and Taylor Pace have dedicated their lives to curating quality expeditions for their guests that provide a backdrop to unwind, reconnect and share a truly spectacular wilderness experience in the most wild spaces left in Canada. CNA's professional guides will share their enthusiasm with you and provide a safe and fun experience while on trip. Let the adventure begin!
Overview
Trip Highlights
- 12-days of paddling through the most remote parts of Canada's Arctic
- World class fishing for whitefish, pike, and grayling.
- A great river for paddlers who have some previous paddling experience.
- Experience the thrill of seeing wildlife like muskoxen & caribou.
- 4 beautiful limestone canyons are a highlight of the journey
Canoe North Adventures
For over 30 Years, Canoe North Adventures has been making memories for life. With bases in Norman Wells & Fort Simpson, Northwest Territories, CNA provides guided wilderness canoe and rafting trips on some of the most renowned wilderness rivers in Canada, including the Nahanni, Keele and Horton Rivers. Owners Al Pace, Lin Ward and Taylor Pace have dedicated their lives to curating quality expeditions for their guests that provide a backdrop to unwind, reconnect and share a truly spectacular wilderness experience in the most wild spaces left in Canada. CNA's professional guides will share their enthusiasm with you and provide a safe and fun experience while on trip. Let the adventure begin!
Quick Facts
Paddlesport
- Canoeing
Activity
- Whitewater
- Expedition
- Canoe Tripping
Waterway
- Whitewater Class II
- Whitewater Class III
Destination
- North America
Length
- 12 Days
Accomodation
- Wilderness Camping
Guided
- Yes
Outfitted
- Fully
Special Interest
- Wildlife Viewing
- Intermediate
Adventure Level
Itinerary
65°15'30.3"N 126°41'31.6"W
Meeting Place
Canoe North Adventures Lodge & Outfitting Centre
Norman Wells, Northwest Territories
Day 0- Arrive in Norman Wells, NWT Day 1- Fly to the Anderson River Day 2-12 Paddle the Anderson River, make memories for life. Day 13- Return from the Anderson River to Norman Wells, NWT Day 14- Fly home from Norman Wells, NWT
Day 1:
Fly to Anderson Lake, that is connected to the Anderson via tributary river. Paddle and line the tributary river to the confluence with the Anderson River. Set up Camp shortly downstream at a white sand beach campsite..
Day 2:
Begin your descent of the Anderson. Explore the boreal Taiga Forest and keep your eyes peeled for wildlife on the banks. A morning of flatwater warmup brings you to the mouth of Sulfur Spring Canyon- the first of the Anderson. After an exhilarating first taste of whitewater, Camp just downstream.
Day 3:
A relaxed day of paddling, punctuated by the short but sweet Seagull Canyon, where you will enjoy the company of hundreds of gulls as you navigate its waters. End your day at a sandy beach at the beginning of the "Squaggles"
Day 4:
The Upper Anderson river enters an inland delta of sand, cutting and meandering its way through 8 lengthy "Squaggles" or oxbow-bends. Towering sand cliffs created by the river cutting into eskers offer the opportunity to get up high over the river and look down on the vast landscapes.
Day 5:
Paddle through rolling hills to the confluence with Ewariege Creek.
Day 6:
Paddle through a sparse forest and explore the rolling hills around the river by foot, before arriving at the spectacular gates to Eagle Canyon. Camp is at a spectacular A+ campsite just inside the canyon mouth.
Day 7:
A layover day in Eagle Canyon allows you to explore the canyon rim by foot and peer downstream at the many rapids below. A white sand beach along the river bank provides ample chances to relax and soak up this magical place.
Day 8:
Navigating the challenging class 2-3 rapids of eagle canyon is an exhilarating rush! The Anderson provides many opportunities to scout or line the more difficult rapids, and this day of paddling is a highlight of the whole trip.
Day 9:
"The best whitewater paddling day of my life" as quoted by one of our guests. Start the day by navigating some warmup class 2 before meeting the Ross River a few KM downstream. Ross Canyon and Falcon Canyon provide excellent big but clean fun class 2-3 whitewater the whole way down.
Day 10:
A layover day in Falcon Canyon, Hiking back up the canyon we get a birds eye view of the area we paddled through the day before.
Day 11:
The grand finale, Airweave Canyon, does not dissapoint. Providing the biggest (but still clean and fun) class 3 rapids of the trip, it is a perfect way to send off your epic journey down this special river.
Day 12:
After a short 500m portage to the takeout lake from the river, its time to head back to civilization. the float plane lands and whisks you back to Norman Wells for a final night celebration!
