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
- High Arctic scenery and wildlife
- Challenging whitewater
- Exploratory Expedition
- Delicious trail meals and snacks
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
- 15 Days
Accomodation
- Wilderness Camping
Guided
- Yes
Outfitted
- Fully
Special Interest
- Wildlife Viewing
- Advanced
Adventure Level
Itinerary
Meeting Place
Norman Wells, Northwest Territories
Meeting at Norman Wells airport, shuttle to float plane docks to fly into Shale Lake. Day 2 portage 1-2 km to a creek and paddle/line canoes to Stone Knife. Days 4-9 carefully descend to the Mountain River. Day 10-13 descend to the Mackenzie River. Day 14 boat shuttle to Norman Wells. Fly home.
Dates & Packages
NWT - Stone Knife - Mountain River Canoe Trip
- Guides at 1:6 ratio
- Delicious meals and snacks from Day 1 dinner to Day 14 lunch
- Shuttles from Norman Wells to Rivers and back. 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)
Accommodation (double occupancy)
• 13 nights camping
• 1 night hotel in Norman Wells - Day 14
Included Travel:
- Ground transfer between Norman Wells Airport and Black Feather Base/float plane docks - Day 1
- Charter float plane from Norman Wells to Shale Lake headwaters – Day 1
- Charter motorboat shuttle from Mountain River/Mackenzie River confluence to Norman Wells - Day 14
- Ground transfer between hotel to Norman Wells Airport - Day 15
- Transportation of guides, group gear, food, etc. to Norman Wells
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