Overview
The Nahanni River is the most iconic river in Canada’s North. Flowing 550 Km in total, it snakes past the tallest peaks in the Mackenzie Mountains then plunges almost 100 m over Virginia Falls. Surrounded by a National Park in 1974 and a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978, the Nahanni’s incredible scenery, indigenous history and legendary whitewater paddling have made this Canada’s canoeing mecca.
This 14-day expedition begins 125km upstream of Virginia Falls at Rabbitkettle Lake and provides an opportunity to experience almost everything that Nahanni National Park and the river have to offer including views of the Cirque of the Unclimbables, the Rabbitkettle tufa mounds and the incredible canyons of the Nahanni River.
Starting at
$8495 CAD
Package Price
Trip Highlights
- Possibility to see northern lights
- Excellent wildlife viewing
- Improve your paddling skills
- Paddle the deepest canyon in Canada
- Explore the ancient tufa mounds
Quick Facts
Paddlesport
- Canoeing
Activity
- Whitewater
- Expedition
- Canoe Tripping
Experience/Service
- Paddling Trip
Waterway
- Rivers and Streams (no whitewater)
Destination
- North America
Length
- 14 Days
Accomodation
- Wilderness Camping
Guided
- Yes
Outfitted
- Fully
Special Interest
- Wildlife Viewing
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Adventure Level
Itinerary
61°52′00″N 121°21′26″W
Meeting Place
Canoe North Adventures Base
Fort Simpson, NWT
In 14 days, experience almost everything that Nahanni National Park and the river have to offer including views of the Cirque of the Unclimbables, the Rabbitkettle tufa mounds and the incredible canyons of the Nahanni River.
Dates & Packages
Nahanni River Canoe, Northwest Territories
Airport pickup and return in Norman Wells (complimentary airport shuttles are available in Yellowknife and Edmonton).
Charter flights to and from the river.
Royalex Canoes 17′, with spray decks (if required).
Grey Owl paddles, Kokatat PFD’s and Level Six splash jackets.
WRSI Helmets on Natla, Mountain and Coppermine.
60L personal watertight barrel with harness (holds about 30 to 35lbs of clothing and gear).
Eureka K-2 Expedition Tents.
All quality camping equipment and gear.
Camp chairs for each person on the trip.
Certified guides with a maximum ratio of 5:1.
Hearty and nutritious trip meals including two snacks (GORP) each day.
Emergency satellite phone and two-way radios for guide-staff.
First Aid kit.
Access to our medical director, Dr. Aaron Orkin.
Access to discounted rates on Canadian North Airlines.
What Guests Are Saying
I loved every part of the canoe trip on the Nahanni River. Our guides were fantastic, and CNA supplied us with everything we could possibly need to make this trip unforgettable plus the meals were absolutely delicious! Paddling the Nahanni River really is a life changing experience.
- Leanne C