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Wilderness Heli rafting along BC coast
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Heli-Rafting - A BC Coast Range River & Mountain Adventure Safari. If creating memories that exceed your expectations is to your liking and you want to go where only a handful of people have ever rafted, this is the trip for you. We combine coastal lodge luxury with alpine experiences and world class river adventures. This trip allows you to raft the river, kayak salt water, fish for salmon and trout, and Heli-hike the flanks of B.C.’s highest mountain. No previous experience is required. Each day an A-Star helicopter will fly your group to a section of the Klina Klini River where your guides will be waiting to take you through Class 2 to Class 5 water, challenging your spirit and stamina to complete this remote, wild river in four days. You will descend through 2200 feet to end up at the head of Knight Inlet. At the end of each day your private helicopter will take you back to Nimmo Bay for a great feast of the finest, freshest foods. The warm hands of a massage therapist, a sleep that is reserved only for the deserving, and a flight of fantasy are your rewards at the end of the day. Fly to Mt. Waddington, BC’s highest peak, swim in alpine lakes, and hike and dine in magical places where few have gone before. Walk on glaciers, view wildlife and take in everything a majestic glacial river has to offer. This is home to moose, grizzly and black bear, wolverine, cougar and eagles. At day’s end your magic carpet is there to whisk you over the horizon to your new home by the edge of the sea, right at the foot of mile-high Mt. Stephens.
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Your guides are professional river rafters who have crafted this river safari. They have strong backgrounds in geology, history and anthropology and are trained in wilderness First Aid. This trip was pioneered in 1997 with a first descent of this mighty melting glacier. This is fun for the whole family. Kids from 8 to 78 have been on this adventure. Our combined safety records are impeccable. All the necessary gear is supplied. All we need is you - for 4 days and 4 nights. We are committed to the preservation of B.C.’s delicate wilderness habitat. Our goal is to immerse our guests in B.C.’s vast natural beauty, which, in turn, supports eco-tourism as a viable, economic choice. Everything that comes in, goes out. There is “no trace” of us.
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| Season: June to July |
| Requirements: Gratuities, massage, fishing licenses taxes and specialty beverages are not included in the price of the trip. |
| Suggested Items: Bring your camera, video, sunglasses, batteries, jacks and film/memory cards. |
| Suggested Clothing: Please pack as little as possible-about 25 pounds per person. Bags should be a maximum length of 36 inches in any direction. Comfortable pants, shorts, shoes, shirts, sweater, warm jacket, long johns, swimsuit, and personal toiletries are all that's needed. A laundry service is available for emergencies.
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| Difficulty: Easy/Intermediate |
| Restrictions: Because of the space in the helicopters is limited, we encourage everyone to limit their baggage to no more than two pieces, no square suitcases please, and the weight should not exceed 25lbs. To help you keep to this limit, please note that we do supply all adventure gear other than that which is listed in your itinerary and that formal or semi-formal attire is not a requirement. |
| Maximum Number of People: 18 |
| Equipment Provided: A-Star and Jet Ranger helicopters, with all safety equipment and digital sound systems (iPod/mp3 ready). A-Stars hold up to 6 guests, Rangers 2-3 guests. The helicopter stays with your group during the day. All equipment for the various adventure activities, this includes hiking boots, rain gear, helmets, life jackets, kayaks, rafts, fishing gear, waders, surf bikes, paddle boats and water trampoline. |
| Transportation: Trips originate and end in Port Hardy, Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Package includes helicopter transfers between Port Hardy and the resort. There is daily air service between Vancouver and Port Hardy. Please contact us for arrangements and details. |
| Accommodations: There are 6 inter-tidal chalets and 3 stream-side chalets. Each inter-tidal chalet has two bedrooms with queen beds in each. The stream-side chalets also have two bedrooms, with one queen and two twins. All chalets have a full bathroom that includes shower and bath tub and a comfortable lounge/living area set in a panorama of pristine wilderness only British Columbia can provide. Our floating Main Lodge is where meals and beverages are served. This structure is highlighted inside with pine and cedar finishings, custom walnut dining tables, supple leather couches, a fine array of musical instruments, and artwork, which is for sale, featuring local artists. In the billiard room there is a 5x10 snooker/billiard table, satellite TV, and digital sound system. Two outdoor cedar hot tubs located under Nimmo Bay's cascading waterfall (which has its beginnings at the top of Mt. Stephens) are the perfect place to end your adventurous day. Probably the most spectacular piece of equipment is the outdoor rainforest shower, complete with hot and cold water. There is also a gift shop on site with clothing, unique local products, and fishing gear. |
| Meal Information: The culinary experience at this resort has been described by some as "Almost Biblical" and by others as "Bombastic". Our breakfasts are worth waking up for and our evening meals are highlighted with fresh, local seafood. Our bread, pastries and ice creams are made in our own bakery. We can not guarantee that 100% of the calories have been removed, however, we can guarantee you will be completely satisfied. Special dietary needs can be easily accommodated. Make sure you specify these at the time of booking. Nimmo Bay is blessed with the purest, sweetest, softest drinking water available, and can be consumed from any tap. Sometimes it's more popular than wine. Included are beer and wine in your chalet's mini fridge, beer and wine with lunch and dinner, and beer on tap in the billiard room. Other alcoholic drinks, specialty wines and beers available at additional cost.
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| Guide Information: All adventure activities are guided by professionals. All staff and guides follow the basic principle of exceeding your expectations. |
| Weather Information: British Columbia's coastal climate is one of magnificent extremes. Temperatures range from 45-100 degrees Fahrenheit (5-35 degrees Celsius) from mid-April to mid-October. Guests may swim in Nimmo Bay from June to September. |
| Comments: Nimmo Bay takes great pride in being a low impact and environmentally sustainable operation. Water is a key element at Nimmo Bay. The snow pack on Mount Stevens supplies the resort with water for drinking, power, and domestic requirements. The resort’s guest accommodations, operational quarters and staff buildings are built on the water, along the forest edge, on a rocky promontory. Its presence has not impacted the surrounding forest or disturbed any of the wildlife habitat. Great care has been taken in developing the resort and its policies, from waste management to catch and release fishing. Visitors are happy to see that it operates in sync with the natural environment. |
| Trip Duration |
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4 days
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$12995.00* per person
Thursday to Monday |
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*Please add 5% Goods and Services Tax , 7.00% Provincial Sales Tax
If you have any questions or would like more information about a particular adventure, please email us.
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