Photo: Hiking in Nahanni National Park Reserve, NWT © Courtesy of Black Feather
What does the adventure of a lifetime look like to you? Are you dreaming of a journey through one of the world’s most incredible wilderness landscapes, complete with roaring rapids, towering peaks, awe-inspiring canyons, and quiet evenings beneath vast northern skies?
If this sounds like your kind of adventure, Black Feather is ready to be your guide.
For over 50 years, Black Feather adventurers have paddled wilderness rivers, hiked remote landscapes, and sea kayaked along pristine coastlines and through sparkling fjords. For families, friends, and explorers seeking an unforgettable getaway, Black Feather offers canoeing, rafting, and hiking expeditions along the iconic Nahanni River. Fully guided and fully catered, these trips allow travellers to immerse themselves in the experience while expert guides handle the logistics.
The Adventure of a Lifetime
One of the most popular journeys is a 10-day rafting or canoe-and-raft expedition designed for adventurers of all ages and abilities. Experienced guides navigate the deepest canyons in northern Canada with skill and confidence, lead scenic hikes to breathtaking viewpoints, and share their deep knowledge of the region.
In the evening, Black Feather guides slow the pace, preparing wholesome meals enjoyed around the warmth of a campfire as you share stories and soak in your surroundings—the stars are even brighter than you’d imagine, and the sounds of city life are far away.
For paddlers seeking a greater challenge, the Broken Skull River—known in the Dene language as Pı̨́ı̨́p’enéh łéetǫ́ǫ́ Deé—offers one of northern Canada’s most exhilarating whitewater canoe adventures. Beginning high in the alpine on a crystal-clear lake, this fast-flowing tributary of the Nahanni rushes through a remote valley of continuous rapids and lush wilderness.
Travellers can paddle the 11-day Broken Skull River trip on its own and end their journey at Rabbitkettle Lake, or continue down the South Nahanni River for an epic 24-day expedition, one of the most immersive river adventures in North America.
Hiking Beneath the Cirque of the Unclimbables
Black Feather’s Nahanni Paddle and Cirque Hike explores one of the Northwest Territories’ most dramatic alpine landscapes: the Cirque of the Unclimbables. This 21-day canoe trip combines the magic of paddling down the Nahanni with an incredible backpacking trip to the Cirque. A highlight will be spending time in the Fairy Meadows, where hikers wander through alpine terrain surrounded by towering granite peaks, glaciers, and the legendary Lotus Flower Tower.
Ready to Begin Your Adventure?
Discover the wild beauty of the Nahanni and experience the journey of a lifetime at blackfeather.com
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Black Feather travels to the most outstanding wilderness destinations. Exploring the North’s remote areas and choosing spectacular destinations of national and global significance. There are trips to satisfy every skill level and interest.