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CANOE & CAMP WITH US
Join Elements Adventure Co. for a 4-day river canoeing adventure to paddle some of BC’s top interior rivers – in tandem or solo canoes – or bring your stand-up paddle board, kayak or packraft! Endless canoeing on class 1-3 rivers through land steeped in the history of mining, transportation, and ranching. Each day will comprise of some driving, world-class paddling, great food, and a lot of fun.
These trips fill up quickly (many people return every year because they’re so much fun!) so book early to avoid disappointment.
Trip Dates
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Trip Duration
4 Days on the River
(plus driving days to/from paddling area)
Cost
$1100 - $1,275 + GST /person
Rentals available
Click here to see rental pricing.
Bonus
10% OFF tuition and rentals on Paddling School river canoeing courses before your trip.
Same Trip – Different Locations
We run 3 different geographical regions for these fun canoeing trip. Different regions will have slightly varying pricing:
- Southern Interior Rivers: $1100+GST (price includes 3 dinners)
- Central Interior Rivers: $1100+GST (includes 3 dinners)
- East Kootenay Rivers: $1275+ GST (includes 4 dinners)
- Cariboo Rivers *next date 2025* – $1275+GST (includes 4 dinners)
Trip dates DO NOT INCLUDE driving days to/from the paddling area.
INCLUDED IN THE TRIP FEE:
- Guiding, instruction, safety, route selection and instruction from two certified professional guides
- Morning tea and coffee service
- Dinners (now included due to popular demand)
- Camping fees, reservations and logistics.
NOT INCLUDED IN THE TRIP FEE:
- Canoes, kayaks, SUP’s & paddling equipment (we rent whitewater canoes and paddling equipment)
- Transportation – we encourage carpooling as much as possible to limit the size of our convoy. We EAC will organize the shuttles.
- Personal gear and clothing (tent, sleeping bag, mattress). Some gear can be rented. Please inquire.
- Meals – all dinners are included within the price of the trip so after a long day of whitewater play time and fun you can kick back and enjoy a meal with the group.
- A fully-catered meal add-on is available to purchase for $190pp + GST. You will receive breakfasts, lunches and snacks beginning with breakfast on Day 1 and ending after lunch on Day 4 (4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 snacks).
PEOPLE WHO GO ON THIS TRIP
- Are solo OR tandem canoeists, kayakers or SUP’ers looking for a safe way to experience more of BC’s finest whitewater.
- Want to gain confidence and skills and see new rivers by paddling in places they would not otherwise go to on their own.
- want to improve their paddling technique and increase their comfort in more technical rivers.
- have a keen sense of adventure and enjoy the unexpected.
- love to play in the outdoors in the company of other adventurous, dynamic people.
NOTE: YOU DO NOT NEED A PADDLING PARTNER TO PARTICIPATE!!!
SKILL LEVEL REQUIRED
Participants have experience paddling on intermediate rivers and are confident adventuring in the outdoors. They have taken an intermediate-level moving water canoeing course, are proficient with basic strokes, manoeuvres and easy self-rescue techniques, and are comfortable around/on/in moving water. Participants can expect to build on skills and experience in new and challenging conditions under the leadership of their guides. Participants should be fit and capable of carrying their canoe and gear over rough terrain.
RIVER SELECTION
A few short weeks before each trip, guides will assess the seasonal water levels and finalize the plan as to which 4 river sections will be paddled. Each year is different – and luckily we have many rivers and sections to choose from, giving us the option to customize the experience to fit the group and the season.
- April/June Trips (Southern Interior BC) may include sections of the Coldwater, Tulameen, Similkameen, Upper Similkameen, Nicola, Thompson, North Thompson, Middle Shuswap, Lower Shuswap, Upper Shuswap Rivers.
- August/Sept Trip (Central Interior) may include sections of the North Thompson, Clearwater, Thompson, Adams, Middle Shuswap, or Lower Shuswap Rivers.
- Summer Kootenay Region Trip – Kootenay, White, Bull & Elk Rivers
- September Trip (Cariboo Region) may include sections of the Horsefly, Chilcotin, Chilko, or Cariboo Rivers.
Trip Logistics
Accommodation
- Camping will be at provincial campgrounds, private campgrounds, or Forest Service Rec Sites.
- EAC will arrange our camping accommodation on behalf of our group in advance.
Boats and Paddling Equipment
All paddling equipment (tandem and solo river canoes, helmets, wetsuits, drysuits, PFD’s, paddles) is available to rent.
Transportation, Carpooling and Shuttles<
We can offer transport from Vernon for a limited number of participants at a first come-first served basis. Let us know when you register that you would like to ride with us.
For those bringing their personal vehicle, we strongly encourage you to seek out a carpool option as it simplifies our trip immensely if we can limit the number of vehicles on our trip.
Please expect to use your personal vehicle to assist in the shuttle each day. Please let us know ahead of time if this is a problem for you.
Pre-Trip Support and Paperwork
- Full packing list supplied in advance.
- Policies & Procedures document here.
Other Important Details
- maximum 12 participants, minimum 6
- minimum age is 18 (or younger with guide’s consent)
- a $300 deposit is required upon booking
- the balance is due 30 days prior to departure, after which time, no refunds will be given – special considerations may be made for medical conditions
- please read our full cancellation policy for details
- See trip Policies & Procedures here.
Customer Reviews
What Others Say
Thank you Charles! These 4 days were an amazing experience and opportunity for growth, learning, and pushing limits. You are exceptionally good at what you do and we feel very fortunate to have been guided by you and Keiran.
L. & H. Bruns, Mara BC
Don't Wait to Book
4 Rivers in 4 Days is one of our flagship canoeing expeditions. It books up quickly as people come back for it year after year.
Take this opportunity to explore BC’s best rivers, led by professional canoeing guides and instructors.
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