For those looking for an extended intermediate paddling experience, look no further. Starting high in the Mackenzie Mountains at Ǫtaa Tué Fehto (Divide Lake), the Pı̨́ı̨́p’enéh łéetǫ́ǫ́ Deé (Broken Skull River) boasts 150km of excellent Class I-III whitewater, pristine hot-springs, great hiking, and true untravelled wilderness. We will spend approximately one week descending this section, followed by two weeks on the fabled Tehjeh Deé (the South Nahanni River) where we will experience the highlights of Nahanni National Park Reserve including Gahnįhthah Mįe (Rabbitkettle Lake) and Náįlįcho (Virginia Falls).

This trip is suitable for paddlers with previous canoe-camping and whitewater canoeing experience.

Want to Learn More?

Click here to learn about our June 24th departure which begins in Whitehorse, click here to learn about our other departures starting in Norman Wells. To access a recommended packing & rentals list, click here.

 

Other Broken Skull Options

We also offer a Broken Skull paddle and backpack the Cirque of the Unclimbables trip, and a Broken Skull only trip for those who only have a shorter time period for their paddling adventure!

Dates, Rates & Availability

Prices listed are per person. All trips listed are tentative until confirmed by the Black Feather Office. Click here for our booking, payment and cancellation policies. Please contact us to be put onto a waiting list if your desired trip is full.

Dates Trip Fee Availability
Wed. June 24 - Thurs. July 16, 2026 $11,395 CAD Whitehorse start *pricing until Dec 31* Book Now
Wed. July 1 - Thurs. July 23, 2026 $11,395 CAD until Dec 31* Book Now
Wed. July 22 - Thurs. Aug 13 $11,395 CAD until Dec 31* Book Now

What's included

Map

Guides

  • 6:1 ratio
Accommodation

Accommodation

  • 21 nights camping
  • 1 night in Fort Simpson – Day 22
Meals

Meals

  • all meals & snacks from Day 1 lunch to Day 22 lunch
  • Dinner on Day 22 in Fort Simpson
Equipment

Canoeing Equipment

  • ABS expedition canoes with spray decks and knee pads
  • paddles, PFDs, throw bags, paddling suits & helmets
Camping

Camping Equipment

  • tents – free standing expedition dome tents – 2 per tent
  • ‘kitchen’ – tarp, fire box, cooking stoves, utensils, dishes, etc
  • containers for food and group equipment
Safety

Safety Equipment

  • first aid, safety, river rescue, and repair kits
  • communications equipment (satellite phone)
Transportation

Transportation

  • charter float plane flight to Divide Lake – Day 1
  • boat & van shuttle to Fort Simpson – Day 22
  • transportation of guides, group gear, food, etc. to the start of the trip
  • ground transfers between Airport and Black Feather Base / float plane docks in Fort Simpson