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Nahanni National Park is one of the most spectacular parks in the Northwest Territories. The South Nahanni River, one of North America's finest wild streams, rushes 322 kilometres through the park. At Virginia Falls, you will witness the continents most spectacular undeveloped waterfall, twice the height of Niagara Falls. There are strikingly different landscapes throughout the park, from canyons, to mountains to hotsprings. The area is considered so unique that it was declared the first World Heritage Site by the United Nations.
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| Season: June 29, 2008 to July 19, 2008 |
| Requirements: Wet suits or dry suits and helmets are mandatory for this trip. Sleeping bag and pad, sunglasses, sunscreen, day pack, insect repellent, water bottle, pocketknife, matches, whistle. |
| Suggested Items: Camera (waterproof), fishing gear, binoculars, flashlight. |
| Suggested Clothing: Rain gear, long pants, sweater, warm jacket, windshell, shorts, long underwear, warm socks, hat, bathing suit, sneakers, hiking boots, neoprene booties. |
| Difficulty: Advanced/Difficult |
| Restrictions: Advanced whitewater paddling skills are necessary. Tandem canoe trips are very skill-specific and careful thought must be applied when assessing your canoe skill level before committing to Class III White Water. Pre-requisites: You have canoed previously and know the rudimentary strokes: bow, reverse, "j", draw, pry and sweep. You are comfortable paddling in the bow and working with another partner or you have river reading skills and can control the canoe from the stern while working with another partner. You have completed a whitewater canoe course. You are able to read Grade III water and quickly formulate strategies while working with a partner to navigate. At least once a year for the two previous seasons or more, you paddle Grade II/III whitewater with friends or a canoe club. You are committed to at least one "warm up" trip or course prior to the planned trip this season. We can modify these requirements by the use of "canyon rigs" for the rapids but this must be discussed before booking. You have a more extensive "whitewater play" background. For the last 3 years or more you have paddled Grade III whitewater at least 3 times per year and enjoy practicing technical moves. |
| Maximum Number of People: 11 |
| Equipment Provided: Canoes and equipment, tents, camping equipment. |
| Transportation: Trips originate and end in Fort Simpson, NWT. Fort Simpson is accessible by both the MacKenzie and Alaska Highways. Fort Simpson is also accessible by air. |
| Accommodations: Tent campsites along the river. |
| Meal Information: All meals are included while on the river. Creative variety and nutritious with ample snacks available during the day. With advance notice we cater to special dietary needs.
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| Guide Information: Your guides are licensed and very experienced and knowledgeable of the area. Our licensed guide/interpreters are among the best in the north. Because guides are the most significant variable in selecting a holiday, we maintain a 1:4 guide to guest ratio to ensure that you receive maximum benefit of their knowledge assistance and good nature. We strive for the most consistent level of knowledge of flora, fauna, geology, geomorphology and cultural human history. |
| Weather Information: Average summer temperatures from 15-20 degrees Celsius. Be prepared for all types of weather as conditions can change quickly. |
| Comments: $148.60 per person park fee appllies. |
| Trip Duration |
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21 days
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$6075.00* per person
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21 days
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$5975.00* per person
Canoe and hiking adventure, July 27-Aug 17, 2008 |
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*Please add 5% Goods and Services Tax
If you have any questions or would like more information about a particular adventure, please email us.
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