Spend six days canoeing and camping along the Columbia River system with Revelstoke Outdoor Adventures LTD. Fully catered and customizable, this backcountry trip offers a fresh way to experience British Columbia’s wild heart.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6 days, 5 nights
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good physical shape with endurance for daily paddling and moderate portaging.
Wildlife
History
The Columbia River Valley has been a traditional travel and trade route for Indigenous peoples for thousands of years; modern paddlers follow many of these historic waterways.
Conservation
Revelstoke Outdoor Adventures practices Leave No Trace principles and promotes sustainable paddling to preserve this fragile ecosystem.
Revelstoke Outdoor Adventures LTD
Spend six days canoeing and camping along the Columbia River system with Revelstoke Outdoor Adventures LTD. Fully catered and customizable, this backcountry trip offers a fresh way to experience British Columbia’s wild heart.
Revelstoke Outdoor Adventures LTD is a Revelstoke, British Columbia-based outfitter specializing in guided canoe and glacier tours. The company offers a range of day and multi-day experiences on the Columbia River system and glacier-fed waterways just north of Revelstoke. Tours include two-hour, 3.5-hour and six-hour glacier excursions and multi-day backcountry canoe trips ranging from one-night to five-night itineraries.
All tours are fully guided and many multi-day trips are fully catered, with a pre-trip briefing to prepare participants. Glacier tours include a land lesson and a snack; day tours are designed to improve paddle skills while showcasing mountain and glacier scenery. Multi-day itineraries focus on paddling, campfire time, and stargazing, and can be tailored for relaxation or increased challenge depending on guest preference.
Safety and clarity are emphasized: each trip provides an orientation or land lesson, and guides deliver route information and local context. The business operates from Revelstoke, providing convenient access to the Columbia River system and glacier tour launch points just north of the town. Booking options cover a wide duration range from two-hour outings to six-day, five-night expeditions, making the offerings suitable for families, small groups, and outdoor enthusiasts seeking guided wilderness experiences.
Trips can be tailored for relaxation or challenge, and timing options are customizable for glacier tours to fit participants' schedules. Pre-trip briefings explain routes, safety, and logistics before departure.
Location
Revelstoke, BC
Base for all tours
Tours Offered
8 trips
Day and multi-day adventures
Duration Range
2 hrs–6 days
Short day tours to multi-day trips
Guided & Catered
Guided & catered
Includes pre-trip briefings
Select a trip length from 2 hours to 6 days — check availability and pre-trip briefing details to confirm your adventure.
Pack layers for variable weather
Temperatures can shift drastically from day to night; bring breathable, moisture-wicking layers for comfort.
Prepare for water navigation
Paddling skills help, but guides accommodate all levels. Bring water shoes for rocky shores.
Bring a headlamp or flashlight
Evenings by the campfire get dark quickly—lighting helps with nighttime tasks and safety.
Use bear-proof storage for food
The region has black bears; follow guides’ instructions on storing your food securely.
Waterproof dry bags
Protect your gear and clothes from river splashes and rain.
Comfortable paddling gloves
Help prevent blisters and improve grip during long paddling sessions.
spring|fall|summer
Thermal base layers
Keep warm during chilly mornings and nights at camp.
spring|fall|winter
Headlamp with extra batteries
Hands-free lighting for setting up camp and safety after dark.