Tour Details
Number of Days: 11 days
Skill Level: Begginer/Intermediate
Pickup: Whitehorse, Yukon
Ending Place: Whitehorse, Yukon
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Seasonal Availability
Dec 31 to Dec 31
Weather permitting, custom departures may be available outside of our normal seasonal operations. Please contact us to make a booking.
Planned Departures
Please contact us to select a date to book this tour for your group.
All prices are per person in Canadian dollars.
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The Stikine river - 11 Days
Description:
A vast and remote wilderness landscape is at the heart of the experience for those who visit the Stikine Wilderness. Named "The Great River" by the coastal Tlingit, its name conjures images of jagged mountain peaks, pristine glaciers, and abundant wildlife. The Stikine has been described as a "Yosemite 100 miles long" as it flows out from the Spatsizi Plateau and the Skeena Ranges. From its headwaters at Tuaton Lake all the way to the Pacific Ocean, the Stikine flows 640 km through a vast untouched wilderness of breathtaking proportion. The upper and lower sections of the Stikine River are divided by the mighty Grand Canyon of the Stikine, which has been considered one of the most difficult stretches of whitewater in North America.
The lower Stikine from Telegraph Creek to Wrangell Bay is the more relaxing of the Stikine trips and allows visitors to enjoy the astounding scenery throughout this eight-day trip.
Price: 2 pers Gr: $ 6,000 Can
4 pers Gr: $ 3,800 Can
6 -12 pers Gr: $ 3,500 Can
Group Size: 2 - 12 Participants
Dates: June 9 - June 19, 2014
June 23 - July 3, 2014
July 21 - July 31, 2014
Aug 4 - Aug 14, 2014
Highlights:
What’s Included:
Extras or Not Included in the Trip Package:
Personal expenses, sleeping bag, service tip, alcoholic beverages, fishing equipment and fishing license.
Single Room & Tent Surcharge: $400.00 Can
Trip Expectation:
Active eleven day adventure holiday. Although trip leaders/guides will teach and practice all required canoeing skills It is recommended that participants have some previous paddling or canoe experience. Participants will be required to carry in their boats all the necessary provisions and equipment over the 8 day period of the canoe trip.
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Itinerary
Day 0
Arrival in Whitehorse, transfer to hotel. Meet guide(s) and other members of the group. We check over all personal equipment to make sure everyone is properly equipped and prepared. In the evening dinner and discussion with your guide(s) of the tour itinerary for the following 11 days.
Day 1
After an early breakfast we load up all equipment and drive (approx 650 km) from Whitehorse to the small hamlet of Dease Lake along the isolated Cassier and Alaska Highways. We arrive by late evening and camp on the shores of Dease Lake.
Day 2
After breakfast we start our first day of canoe training on the lake. We spend a full day learning basic canoeing skills. After some instruction and theory, we spend the day practicing on the crystal blue waters of Dease Lake. Everyone will learn and improve their flatwater paddling skills by playing various games and performing various activities. In the evening we return to our camp and the crackling of the camp fire.
Day 3
We continue our journey (approx 110 km) from Dease Lake to the small hamlet of Telegraph Creek. Telegraph Creek is the staging point for our canoe trip. We pack all necessary equipment to start our eight-day adventure. Today is our first day on the river. We put in below Telegraph Creek. Here the water flows gently as we are able to practice some additional canoeing maneuvers. Our journey begins by passing Mount Glenora and the old town site of Glenora, which in 1898 housed up to 5000 people. We also pass the “Three Sisters,” three impressive rampart rock formations jutting out of the river. Our goal for the day is Helveker Creek. Here we set up camp. The evening is spent cooking on an open fire, enjoying the sound of the river and taking in the atmosphere of the Stikine.
Day 4
Today the Stikine begins to split and braid onto different currents, and finding the main channel becomes our biggest obstacle. Along the way we may pass Steamboat Channel (the site of an old steam boat wreak). Today we also pass through two small canyon sections, the Klootchman and Little Canyon. Our goal for the day is to camp somewhere below Little Canyon.
Day 5
As we continue our journey, the Stikine proceeds to braid considerably after Scud River. We are rewarded with frequent views of the surrounding mountain peaks. The surrounding climate and vegetation slowly begins to change as we move closer into the coastal ranges. Our goal for the day is to camp close to the Anuk River.
Day 6
Our destination today is to camp near the “Great Glacier.” To reach it we must paddle up a side arm just downstream of the Choquette River, which brings us to Outwash Lake and the foot of the massif “Great Glacier.” A short side tour at Choquette River is possible to explore the Fowler Warm Springs. At 27 degrees they provide an opportunity to bath at low water level. We camp at Outwash Lake for two nights to provide the opportunity to explore the area.
Day 7
A full day to explore the “Great Glacier.” A trail from our campsite gives us the opportunity to hike to the glacier. We hike through lush forest up to the foot of the glacier and with luck witness large pieces of ice breaking and crashing into the lake. Hiking opportunities in the area are ample.
Day 8
Today we continue our river trip. As we cross from Canada into the United States we now have only approximately 50 km left until we reach the mouth of the Stikine and Wrangell Bay. In late afternoon we arrive at Chief Shakes Hotsprings. After enjoying a soak, we continue a few more kilometers and camp just below the hotsprings. Options include a short paddle up a side arm to Shakes Lake, scattered with icebergs, Castle Mountain towering in the background.
Day 9
Today marks the last day of our river trip. As we paddle the remaining 25 to 30 km of the river, the Stikine finally opens into its Pacific delta. Another 8 km of paddling across Wrangell Bay brings us to the small town of Wrangell. Here we camp and are rewarded with warm showers and a good meal.
Day 10
Return trip by boat or plane to Telegraph Creek. Everything must be transported back to Telegraph Creek as there is no road access to Wrangell. Once back in Telegraph Creek we unload and repack our gear. Tonight we stay at the comfy and cozy Stikine River Song Bed & Breakfast.
Day 11
We make the approximately 650 km return trip to Whitehorse. Up the Cassier Highway, we take our time through this isolated wilderness, stopping to take pictures. We arrive back in Whitehorse by early evening. After checking into our hotel, we celebrate the adventure of the past 11 days with a good dinner.
Tour Details
Number of Days | 11 days | Skill Level | Begginer/Intermediate |
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Pickup | Whitehorse, Yukon | Ending Place | Whitehorse, Yukon |
Activities
Camping
Canoeing
Hiking/Trekking
Mountain Biking
Rafting
Sightseeing
What is included:
A breathtaking experience of a lifetime
All group camping and outdoor equipment including Tents, cookware, cook shelter, emergency gear, etc. (excluding personal outdoor and camping equipment for example: sleeping bag, mattress, raingear, clothing etc)
All meals for the entire length of the trip (Menu is varied and is nutritious and delicious)
All river and paddling equipment (including canoes, rafts, spray skirts, life jackets, helmets, paddles, dry-bags, etc.)
All transportation
Charter float plane
Dry Bags large enough to keep all personal items water-tight and dry
Experienced and fun-loving guide
Small group size (max 12)
What is not included:
Expenses incurred as a result of an emergency Evacuation by plane or Helicopter or coverage as a result of delays due to extreme weather conditions.
Personal outdoor equipment including sleeping bad, sleeping mattress, cloths raingear, etc.
Click ’show’ beside Personal Gear to view a list of suggested personal gear and equipment.
Personal gear to bring:
Weather conditions can change quickly in the outdoors therefore it is essential to have proper equipment and even prepare for extreme conditions to ensure your comfort and most importantly your safety. Try to avoid cotton fabrics as they provide very little insulating value when wet and are very slow drying. Rely mainly on fleece, wools and synthetics as these fabrics still provide substantial insulating value even when wet (which can frequently occur in the outdoors). In early and late summer it is not uncommon that 0 degress C or below freezing temperatures can occasionally occur, thus it is important to always bring enough warm clothing. When selecting equipment pay attention to quality as this may greatly enhance your enjoyment and comfort.
Do not bring external frame backpacks.
Sleeping Gear
-Duffel Sacks
-Good sleeping bag (minimum comfort range to 0 degrees C)
-Thermarest sleeping mattress
Clothing
-2 long shirts
-Bandana
-Bathing suit
-Fleece jacket / wool pullover
-Gloves or mitts
-Hat (for protection from the sun)
-Long pants (quick drying)
-Neoprene socks (optional but a good idea)
-Paddling gloves (optional but recommended)
-Rain gear (water proof Jacket and pants Gore-Tex or equivalent)
-Several pairs of socks (quick dry)
-Several pairs of t-shirts
-Shorts (quick drying)
-Sun glasses
-Two pairs of shoes (one sturdy pair for evening/hiking and one pair of runners that can get wet during the day in a raft/canoe)
-Undershirt
-Underwear
-Warm hat or touque against the cold
Rain Gear
Personal Items
-Environmentally Biodegradable soap
-Medications (if required take extra)
-Small towel
-Sunscreen
-Toiletry Items
Additional Outdoor Gear
-Binoculars
-Camera (in waterproof case)
-Fishing rod (optional)
-Flashlight
-Garbage bags (for waterproofing)
-Matches/lighter (in a waterproof case)
-Nylon rope
-Pocket Knife
-Sewing kit (for ripped clothing)
-sturdy hiking boots
-Waterbottle
-Whistle
-Note: For this trip, be sure that all your personal gear does not exceed 18 kg. The charter aircraft used to fly equipment in and out have strict load limits
Seasonal Availability
Summer Season: Dec 31 to Dec 31
Weather permitting, custom departures may be available outside of our normal seasonal operations. Please contact us to make a booking.
Planned Departures
Please contact us to select a date to book this tour for your group.
All prices are per person in Canadian dollars.
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