1-800-346-6277Kootenay Rockies Multi-Sport
3 days: $1295*
6 days: $2995*
Deposit: $500
Single Supplement $1000
Additional Costs: 12% GST
*Based on double occupancy
*All prices in USD
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| Class III | 8 Yrs |
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Kootenay Lake Multi-Sport Adventure in British Columbia
In one incredible week-long adventure vacation in British Columbia, Canada, we’ll wrap-in as many adventurous outdoor activities as humanly possible. Paddle the northern end of B.C.'s Kootenay Lake beneath the impressive peaks of the Selkirk and Purcell Mountains. Raft the exciting Salmo River as it blasts through canyons en route to the 49th parallel, hike in glacial terrain, mountain bike on an undulating single track that winds through endless Canadian wilderness or take an afternoon to regroup on the patio deck of your quaint lakeside lodge as we soak up vistas of the Purcell and Selkirk mountain ranges. O.A.R.S.' guests are pampered in beautiful heritage homes and country inns as we serve up delicious meals and endless gourmet treats.
Kootenay Lake: Itinerary at a Glance
- Meet in Nelson, BC and rendezvous in the lobby for a pre-trip meeting and dinner
- Raft or inflatable kayak the Salmo River - exhilarating whitewater, towering canyons and cascading waterfalls are part of the many superlatives of this class III-IV descent
- Hike in emerald green forests amidst a backdrop of snow-capped peaks
- Overnight at Blaylock Mansion or Willow Point Lodge
- Hike the Valhallas, Stag Leap, or Kokanee, cast a line for trout, watch for wildlife
- Soak in a hot tub before another gourmet night of dining
- Learn to kayak then head out on the 90-mile long lake, watch osprey fish for kokanee
- Return to Kootenay View, Dayspring Lodge or Wedgwood Manor
- Spend another day on the lake kayaking, BBQ and swim at a beach
- Mountain bike the Galena Trail or rock climb the Slocan Bluffs
- Lie at the beach, go antique shopping and investigate local artisans
- Soak in Ainsworth Hot Springs before returning to Nelson for another evening of fine dining
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“We loved learning about sea kayaking in a relatively calm environment, and especially enjoyed being able to paddle close in to the shoreline to look at loons, bald eagles, cliffs, etc.”
David & Lynne Stott ~ Columbia, MD
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| Average Temperatures | ||
| Month | High | Low |
| June | 75°/24° | 50°/10° |
| July | 75°/24° | 54°/12° |
| August | 82°/28° | 54°/12° |
| Water Temperatures | ||
| Seasonal Average: 55°/12° | ||
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What to bring on the Kootenay Rockies Multi-Sport trip
Personal Equipment List
Footwear:
- 1 pair light hiking boots with appropriate numbers of socks
- 1 pair river sandals (Tevas) with neoprene socks and/or wetsuit boots
- 3 pairs warm wool socks
Upper Body
- 2 long-sleeved shirts
- 3 T-shirts
- 2 long underwear tops (synthetic)
- 1 pile or fleece jacket (100-220 weight)
- 1 high quality waterproof rain jacket
Lower Body
- 2 pairs long underwear bottoms (synthetic)
- 2 pairs of light shorts (quick-drying)
- 1-2 pairs of quick dry pants
- 1 pair of padded bike shorts
- 1 pair high quality waterproof rain pants
- Undergarments (ideally 1-2 of them synthetic)
- 1 swimsuit
Head & Hands
- 1 sun hat or visor
- Fleece hat (for early or late departures)
- 1 pair lightweight fleece gloves
Additional Gear
- 1 day pack (for use on rafts or day hikes)
- 1 litre water bottle with securing strap
- Toiletry kit (personal medications)
- Sunscreen, lip salve, insect repellent
- Sunglasses with safety strap and extra prescription glasses (if necessary)
- Small flashlight or headlamp and extra batteries
- Notebook, journal, reading material
- Binoculars and camera (don’t forget to bring lots of film or memory cards and store gear properly)
- Fishing rod, with case and tackle (optional)
Download our travel planner here:
Kootenay_Rockies_Multi-Sport_Trip_Planner.pdf
Trip planner is in PDF format and requires Acrobat Reader.
