The Nahanni Paddle & Cirque Hike trip is an exceptional opportunity to see much more of Nahanni National Park Reserve than most visitors experience. This unique trip combines two weeks of canoeing on the Nahɂą Dehé (South Nahanni River), with an extra week to explore Glacier Lake and the Cirque of the Unclimbables.

Beginning at Island Lakes, we make our way down a gentle section of Nahɂą Dehé (South Nahanni River) to Glacier Lake, where we will embark on foot a multi-day, self-supported hike into the Cirque of the Unclimbables. Once we return to our canoes several days later, we will continue our paddling journey down Nahɂą Dehé, making stops at stunning Gahnîhthah Mįe (Rabbitkettle Lake), thundering Náįlįcho (Virginia Falls) and descending the four wondrous canyons.

This three week adventure is a good choice for those with some basic whitewater skills, prior hiking experience, a good level of fitness, and time to explore some of the special out-of-the-way highlights of the Nahanni National Park.

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Dates Trip Fee Availability
Tues. July 22 - Mon. Aug 11, 2025 $11,595 CAD until Dec. 31* Book Now

Black Feather Nahanni Hike Trip

What's included

Map

Guides

  • 6:1 ratio
Accommodation

Accommodation

  • 19 nights camping
  • 1 night in Fort Simpson – Day 20
Meals

Meals

  • all meals and snacks from Day 1 dinner to Day 20 lunch
  • dinner Day 20 and breakfast Day 21 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 from Fort Simpson to Island Lakes – Day 1
  • shuttle of group and gear to Fort Simpson – Day 20
  • transportation of guides, group gear, food, etc. to Fort Simpson
  • ground transfers between Fort Simpson Airport and Black Feather Base / float plane docks at the beginning and end of the trip