Kootenay River Trip​

Overview

Join CANRVRSUP on a 4 day raft supported SUP trip down the Kootenay River in British Columbia. This stunning river is one of the most accessible reaches of water that can lead you to believe you’re actually in the NWT with its epic scenery.
​The trip begins just out of the park, at a fun entry rapid under the bridge. The difficulty of the river builds gradually through the day, with small wave trains and corners providing most of the excitement.  This is a great section to build confidence on your SUP, as there is nothing over Class II+ at typical seasonal water levels.
Camp on gorgeous sandy beaches or underneath the beautiful BC forest with endless stars overhead at night.  Savour top quality meals prepared by your guides each day to fuel your adventure. The Kootenay River is a trip of a lifetime for paddlers and our goal is to provide you with the best experience possible.
Be prepared to be awestruck by the famous Gibraltar Rock as we approach the take out on the final day. Take this time to reflect upon the memories you’ve created after 87kms of river travel. Our shuttle will be waiting for us at the Hwy 93/95 road bridge in Canal Flats.

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BADFISH SUP • WATERSHED DRY BAGS • NOMAD NUTRITION • KOKATAT • WERNER PADDLES 
SHUTTLE IN STYLE WITH A GMC AT4  COCHRANE GMC

Trip Dates: AUG 17- 20, 2023
Trip Duration: 4 Days            
Trip starts at: 7 am @ Cochrane GMC        
Trip Finishes at: Sunday Late Afternoon @ Cochrane GMC 
Price: $933 + gst per person 

LOCATION-
Kootenay River - Canal Flats BC
Skill Level:  Advanced 
Pre-requisites:  River SUP Intro and Next step or similar experience, a Self-Rescue in Class I and II River environments repetitively and consistently, even when tired. 
DURATION
4 days
AGES
18+  years 
ENVIRONMENT​
Class II-II+ 

Inclusions

• Meals Thursday Dinner- Sunday Lunch
• Max 2:6 Instructor to Client ratio
• Board and paddle rental (if required)
• Gear Raft and guide
• Certified SUP Instructor/Guide
• All camp kitchen stuff (including plates, bowls etc)
• Safety gear, first aid kit etc
• Camp Chairs
• Transportation to and from Cochrane GMC

Not included

• To Go coffee mugs, please bring your own
• Tent and camping equipment (can be arranged for a rental fee if needed, please enquire)
• Alcoholic drinks (there will be some space in the raft for BYO)
• Paddling Layers (can be arranged for a rental fee if needed, please enquire)
• PFD, Helmet, Quick Release leash (can be arranged for a rental fee if needed, please enquire)
• Dry Bags (can be arranged for a rental fee if needed, please enquire)
• Breakfast and Lunch on Thursday.

*EARLY BIRD SPECIAL IS SUBJECT TO $150 NON -REFUNDABLE upon booking at sale price.

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CANRVRSUP is leading the way in stand up paddleboarding instruction, with a stellar team of instructors trained and led by Reta Boychuck. There's no better team to learn flatwater or river skills with, in an environment focused on progressing your paddling- with a focus on safety and positively growing the SUP community. Can't recommend their clinics or trips enough!" - ASHLEY VOYKIN