1-800-346-6277Klinaklini River Rafting Expedition
$6495*
Deposit: $800*
Additional Cost: 12% GST
*All prices in USD
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| Class II - IV | 13 Yrs |
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Klinaklini River Heli-Rafting Adventure in B.C. - Overview
The Klinaklini River in British Columbia, Canada is a fresh-water thoroughfare that snakes its way through dense moose, eagle and grizzly habitat. Successfully run as a first descent in 1997 by O.A.R.S. leader Brian McCutcheon, the Klinaklini River is many different river experiences wrapped into one. First, a dramatic flight over the Canadian Coast Ranges to Nimpo Lake and an enchanted evening in gorgeous lakeside cabins. Next, it’s off to the Klinaklini River by seaplane for your adventure indoctrination. After challenging the steep gradient of the upper Klinaklini, you’ll be rewarded with an exhilarating day of heli-hiking around an impassible British Columbia river canyon before being transported back in time to the ice age and the scenic splendor of Silverthrone Glacier. This heli-rafting trip in Canada ends with sweeping views of a grizzly bear sanctuary and return flight down a 60-mile fjord to the Pacific. This wilderness expedition fits into a week, but your memories of the Klinaklini River will last you a lifetime.
Klinaklini River: Itinerary at a Glance
- Our Klinaklini heli-rafting adventure begins in Vancouver with an incredible flight north over mountains and glaciers
- Check into our rooms and enjoy the afternoon and evening at the lodge, complemented by award winning Pacific Northwest cuisine
- Following breakfast at the lodge, it’s into the float planes for another spectacular flight to Klinaklini Lake where we make our first camp just below Little Drop of Horrors rapid
- We raft a few Class III rapids before lunching at Nobody Move rapid. The largest drop of the trip, the guides scout the river and determine the best line for running this incredible stretch of whitewater
- Float into the wild. Surrounded by Mt. Waddington and Silverthrone, we are dwarfed by the size and scope of this incredible land of legends
- Heli-hike in alpine meadows and view the enormous Klinaklini glacier. Camp at the foot of the glacier where icebergs calve into our secluded lake
- Take a day to hike the lateral moraine and explore the glacial ice caves
- Raft the West Klinaklini River, which features countless massive wave trains. Sight many of the 200 bird species that call the Klinaklini home
- Float into magical Knight Inlet and a tidal lagoon, famous for its sightings of grizzly bears
- Our trip concludes with a floatplane ride back to Vancouver
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“I want to thank you for making this trip outstanding. It is something I have yearned to try and now after finally taking the plunge, I can’t wait for my next adventure. The food was excellent and of course I never missed a single meal. The weather was wonderful but I enjoyed that rainy night around the campfire best. One of the many highlights was rafting among the icebergs. Great stuff! The hiking and seeing the plethora of wildflowers was pretty neat too. Being back at work is a major drag. My thoughts drift often to the beautiful mountains, glaciers and streams. Every once in a while I keep thinking I’ll spot a bear by the conference room! Can’t wait until the next time…
Sandy Black ~Toronto, Ontario
“We have our own interpretation of life, and mine is a sense of adventure. Your river trip certainly fulfilled that. I want to thank you and the crew for one of those times in my life, which I will be able to take with me and relate into the future wherever that is. On a less esoteric level the food was of gourmet quality, the trip well organized and the company was great. What I didn’t need was the extra three pounds I put on. I particularly appreciate Murph’s patience as he tolerated my insistence in blurting out river navigation suggestions as we ran the rapids. I have suggested this trip to many of my friends and colleagues knowing they will be in the best of care.”
John King ~Courtney, BC
“I just wanted to take a moment and congratulate you for a spectacular trip from beginning to end. It was a class act: rafts, tents, comfy mattresses, chairs, food – all executed with an appearance of calm, fun and real pleasure in the task. All of you instilled a sense of security and safety (which quelled the fears of first time rafters) while not making things so cautious as to disappoint the more adventurous. The patience and care you took with all of us was a remarkable (and appreciated tremendously). We were blessed with great weather but even more in the crew who took such great care of us. Thanks so much for everything.”
Jo Ledingham ~University of British Columbia Alumni Travel Program
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| Average Temperatures | ||
| Month | High | Low |
| June | 66°/19° | 51°/11° |
| July | 71°/22° | 54°/12° | August | 71°/22° | 54°/12° |
| September | 65°/18° | 50°/10° |
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| Average: 50°/10° | ||
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What to bring on the Klinaklini River Rafting Expedition trip
This is a sample list. Please refer to your trip planner for a detailed list for your particular trip. If you do not already own any of the items on the suggested packing list feel free to call our office for suggestions. However, many of the items listed are available for purchase online in the OARStore. Please be mindful of the natural environment when purchasing items for your trip. Whenever possible, consider recyclable containers, rechargeable batteries, natural (non-toxic) sunscreens, lotions, biodegradable soaps, and so on.
Personal Equipment List:
Footwear:
- 1 pair light hiking boots
- 1 pair river sandals (Tevas are great)
- 5 pairs warm wool socks
Upper Body:
- 2 long-sleeved shirts
- 3 quick dry t-shirts
- 2 long underwear tops (synthetic)
- 2 pile or fleece jackets (medium or expedition weight)
- 1 high quality waterproof rain jacket
Lower Body:
- 2 pairs long underwear bottoms (synthetic)
- 1-2 pairs of quick-drying shorts
- 1-2 pairs of quick dry pants
- 1 pair high quality waterproof rain pants
- Undergarments (ideally 2 of them synthetic)
- 1 swimsuit
Head & Hands:
- 1 sun hat or visor
- 1 wool or fleece hat
Additional Gear:
- Sunglasses with safety strap and/or extra prescription glasses (if necessary)
- Towel: small, quick drying, and washcloth
- Toiletries including biodegradable soap and shampoo with moisturizer (Nature's Gate is recommended by our guides)
- Sunscreen: waterproof and SPF 30 or higher
- Lip protection: SPF 30 or higher
- Moisturizing lotion or cream: 1 bottle (Skin tends to get REALLY DRY – this is a VERY important item!)
- Insect repellent (with DEET)
- Personal first aid kit (Band-aids, antibiotic ointment, ibuprofen, moleskin, eye drops, etc.)
- Pocket or Swiss Army knife
- Headlamp or flashlight, extra batteries and bulb
- Plastic bags: large trash bags and zip-lock bags to separate clean and dry clothes from wet and dirty
- Binoculars, Camera and accessories
- Fishing rod, with case and tackle (optional)
- Cash for gratuities and goodies
Optional Items:
- Sarong: also useful as a cover-up from the sun, when bathing or to discreetly change clothes
- Solar shower: small “solo” showers heat up faster and are easier to use
- Bathing towels/wipes: pre-moistened disposable wipes such as Coleman Swash Cloths
- Whiskbroom: small (no long handle) to sweep wet sand off tent and ground cloth
- Lightweight cord and clothespins for drying clothes in camp
- Notebook, journal, reading material
- Fishing rod, with case and tackle (optional)
Download our travel planner here:
Klinaklini_River_Trip_Planner.pdf
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