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
- See The Rabbitkettle Tufa Mounds & the "Cirque of Unclimbables"
- Paddle on the calmest stretch of the Nahanni River
- Epic Mountain Scenery
- Hike around Virginia Falls and see it in all its glory!
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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
- Expedition
- Lakewater Canoeing
- Canoe Tripping
Experience/Service
- Paddling Trip
Waterway
- Rivers and Streams (no whitewater)
- Whitewater Class I
Destination
- North America
Length
- 6 Days
Accomodation
- Glamping
- Wilderness Camping
Guided
- Yes
Outfitted
- Fully
Special Interest
- Family
- Youth
- Photography
- Wildlife Viewing
- Beginner
Adventure Level
Itinerary
61°51'58.3"N 121°21'36.2"W
Meeting Place
CNA Base
Fort Simpson, Northwest Territories
Begin your trip in Fort Simpson. The Day After arrival, depart for the river. 6 days on the river, and then return to fort Simpson.
Day 1:
Load up the floatplane in the early AM and fly approximately 2 hours to Rabbitkettle Lake. Spend the morning hiking to the Rabbitkettle Tufa mounds, and the afternoon on the lake practicing paddling strokes and getting ready for the river days ahead!
Day 2:
Paddle out of the lake outlet, and into the Nahanni River. Enjoy the view! Paddle about 40km to “Hell Roaring Creek”, arriving around 6pm. Enjoy the beautiful campsite there.
Day 3:
Paddle 30km to limestone fan camp. stay here for 2 nights for an epic hike the next day.
Day 4:
Hike Day! Or relax in camp day!
Day 5:
Paddle 40km to the “Oxbow Lake” Camp, arrive around 6pm. Enjoy a swim in its crystal clear waters.
Day 6:
Early morning start to make it to Virginia Falls for 9am after a 10km paddle. Spend 2 hours hiking around the falls and sightseeing, and then hop in the plane home. Final night Celebration in Fort Simpson!!
