British Columbia 2007 Trip Places 6 Class III/IV Multi Day 10 Days
Babine Multi Day Fun Class III/IV Multi Day 23rd August to 1st September 2007
A pristine multi day advenure in Northern British Columbia, the Babine river, is known for grizzlies, eagles, salmon, and whitewater in a remote wilderness.
Below ragged, glaciated mountain peaks, the river flows as a rugged ribbon of water, winding through canyons and old growth forests on its journey toward the mighty Skeena with some of the best Class III/IV adventure paddling around.
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Summary
This is an exciting wilderness trip. We fly into Central BC, do a number of warm up runs local to Smithers, then pack and leave for one of North Americas best multi day Class III/IV trips. Its remote, the wilderness pristine, the wildlife abundent and the white water excellent. For those looking to get into multi day raft supported trips running fine white water this would be an excellent start.
Programme
Day 1 Arrival at PG airport where we'll head to Smithers
Day 2 Straight to the river for a day trip on the Bulkley River Class III in a beautiful scenic valley with some fun Canyon sections
Day 3 Another day and another run, the Kitsumkalum River is an awesome run with two excellent easily managed Class IV canyons
Day 4 Rest day with packing for our 5 day expedition down the Babine Skeena River
Day 5 To the Babine Valley for the first day Nikitkwa Lake to Haniwald Creek, a mellow first day of paddling
Day 6 The pace picks up on the Aniwald Creek to Thomlinson Creek section Class II, "the calm before storm"
Day 7 Thomlinson Creek to Big Slide Camp Section, enter the canyon with increased difficulty Class III/III+
Day 8 Big Slide Camp to Babine/Skeena Confluence, the fun continues with more good Class III/IV paddling including Sphincter and Grizzly Drops, where we are likely to see grizzly bears
Day 9 Babine Skeena Confluence to Kispiox Indian Village, Big Water rapids and great fun paddling, Take out and back to Smithers
Day 10 Day of departure with shuttle from Smithers to Prince George Airport
Of course, this schedule’s only a guideline: we’ll chop and change depending on how you’re getting on, what the levels are like and what everyone wants to do
Details
COSTS: £999/1499€/$1950
Including:
The price includes guiding and instruction, raft support with camping equipment, full accommodation and catering in luxury locations and full logisitcs.
It doesn’t cover your flights, personal and health insurance, alcohol or boat and paddling equipment hire
Staff
This trip is going to be staffed by Rob Coffey & Rosie Cripps
Flights
We recommend that you either fly with British
Airways into Vancouver, Canada and then onwards to Prince George, with West Jet
Accommodation & Catering
We’ll be staying in first rate accommodation in Smithers and all the food will be fresh and hygienically prepared. During our multi-day we’ll stay on sandy riverside beaches using supplied robust camping equipment, (sleeping bags not provided)
Your Paddling Equipment:
- A whitewater river running boat
- Dry paddle top, paddle, Whitewater PFD, good spraydeck and helmet
- Solid footwear for hiking in and out of the gorge
- Suitable gear for travelling light cotton clothing, approach shoes, a sun hat and a comprehensive personal first aid kit
- You should get appropriate medication please consult your GP
- Please keep your luxury items to a minimum
Equipment
Suitable gear for travelling in a developing country is required. This should include some outdoor equipment for a cold & hot weather environment, an excellent personal first aid kit, please keep luxury items limited to avoid any unwanted attention
Online Deposit Payment
Babine Deposit
$1000US | £500 | 900€
British Columbia 2007 Trip Places 6 Class III/IV Multi Day 10 Days
