Had an incredible experience paddling the Keele River with Nahanni Wild. It was the trip of a lifetime experiencing the wilderness and beauty of Canada's remote NWT. Our guide was excellent, making the trip both smooth and safe. As someone with little whitewater experience, I learned new skills and never felt in danger. In addition to the unforgettable scenery and wildlife, the food and gear were both top notch. (Seriously, the things that came out of that dutch ovenDelicious) I highly recommend Nahanni Wild if you are looking for the adventure of a lifetime.
I was lucky enough to be able to do business with Nahanni Wilderness Adventures this summer when renting their gear for a self-guided trip down the river. They provided an excellent 17' prospector and spray skirts as well as all the ancillary gear required to outfit myself and my partner for 16 days--the price was right and the gear was top notch and in superb condition. Their locations at Fort Simpson and Blackstone Park meant that obtaining and returning the gear using both locations was a breeze. However, David and Wendy went well above simply renting gear--their love of the park and spirit of generosity led them to assist me in arranging charter flights and troubleshooting my trip plan when I encountered difficulties. David was always keen to provide advice about the river whenever we chatted via phone (his 29 years of guiding experience there means he has plenty to give!), and it was a pleasure to be able to meet and visit with him in person on the Nahanni when we surprisedly ran into him and his group along the way. It is heartwarming to see this family-run business working so hard to protect and share the Nahanni River with everyone intrepid enough to visit it!
The August ’17 rafting trip weather was glorious and sun-drenched but the riffles still churned the water white. The river can be demanding but under your guidance and care, we had nothing to fear from this fabulous, wild and implacable place which you know so well. We loved it and love it still. It haunts the mind and enthralls the heart. Thank you for an experience we will never forget - and a special thank you to Wendy for her gracious welcome and care at trip’s end.
Awesome experience with NWA! Wendy as incredibly friendly and knowledgeable in answering all of our questions! NWA provided excellent support for the self-guided trip of our small group, providing all the rental equipment required and advice on gear (including all details, such as fuel for our stoves). They were also able to take care of the complete logistics, arranging and booking transportation (including flights from/to Yellowknife, float plane access to the Nahanni national park, and road shuttle pick-ups).
Nahanni Wilderness Adventures is made up of an incredible team of individuals. Their ability to create for their guests an experience that is a perfect blend of adventure and comfort verges on magical. They offer a wealth of experience, skill and knowledge that ranges from the logistical and technical to the culinary and inspirational. All of this knowledge and experience nurtures a quiet confidence with which they go about their work; and, in turn, their guests are made to feel confident and capable as adventurers. Somehow, despite (or perhaps because of) their years spent on the Nahanni, the NWA guides have not lost their reverence for the natural world or their appreciation for the value of wilderness,. Though our trip was one in a series that has spanned decades for our hosts, they (Dave, Wendy, Luke and Tim) seemed always to understand and honor the fact that, for us, this was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Our trip with Nahanni Wild vastly exceeded our expectations. We cannot recommend them highly enough to anyone wishing to experience first-rate adventure amidst the exquisite beauty of a relatively untouched corner of our shrinking planet.