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5 DAYS/4 NIGHTS

 FOR ONLY $ 895.00 

 

An Adventure Medley exploring the white wilderness of Wells Gray Park and area. Wells Gray Park, a vast, untamed and primitive wilderness exceeding 520,000 hectares in area offers an infinite variety of superb scenery. The Park is located 384 kilometers northeast of Vancouver in the Cariboo Mountains. In winter tremendous snowfalls and moderate temperatures create a fantastic winter wonderland and Helmcken Falls, the third highest waterfall in Canada, forms an enormous ice cone - an area well worth to visit. This multi activity package offers to our guests the major outdoor winter activities in Wells Gray Provincial Park and surrounding areas: dog sledding, snowmobiling, snowshoeing & wildlife viewing.

For the four nights of accommodation we have chosen the Helmcken Falls Lodge (www.helmckenfalls.com ) located in the beautiful Upper Clearwater Valley and surrounded by the wilderness of Wells Gray Park. Here meals are provided starting with dinner the first day and ending with breakfast on departure day. Lunch usually consists of a packed lunch which we will enjoy on the trail. From the Inn or Lodge we will start our adventure excursions daily into the surrounding winter wonderland.

The well-trained Canadian Eskimo Dogs run in teams of two to four in double file, pulling toboggan sleds. We travel groomed trails and provide basic instructions in handling dog sleds and commanding a team. Everybody is mushing his own dog team and there is no dog sledding experience necessary but reasonably fit condition is recommended.

Program:

Day 01
 Arrival at the Helmcken Falls Lodge, dinner at 7:00pm and overnight.

Day 02 - FULL DAY SNOWSHOEING, SIGHTSEEING & WILDLIFE VIEWING
 After breakfast we first take a sightseeing tour into Wells Gray Park to visit Helmcken Falls, Canada’s third highest waterfall and view the fantastic ice cone forming at the lower part of the Falls each winter. Then we visit the frozen waters of Dawson Falls ( also called "Little Niagara") and drive the Corral Road to Herman Meadows Viewpoint for Moose watching. After lunch back at the Lodge we proceed to Flat Iron Trailhead here we will be instructed in the techniques of snowshoeing. An approx. 2,5 - 3 hour hike takes us through prime Moose habitat to Flat Iron Viewpoint overlooking impressive Hemp Creek Valley and Canyon lands. Dinner at the Lodge.

Day 03 - FULL DAY SNOWMOBILING
 After a scrumptious breakfast buffet we drive our 4x4 vehicles which are pulling the trailers loaded with our machines to the trailhead in Clearwater (approx. 30 minutes). There we provide detailed instructions in operating a snowmobile and safety procedures. After everyone feels comfortable we will explore the endless trails and lakes of the Grizzly Mountain Plateau. Packed lunch en route at Grizzly Lake Cabin and dinner at the Lodge.

Day 04 - FULL DAY DOG SLEDDING
  In the morning we visit our dog kennel, choose our teams and load them into our dog truck for the short 3 minute drive to the Wells Gray Guest Ranch. We set up the dogsleds and you will receive a detailed introduction into dog sledding techniques and how to communicate with sled dogs. After that the adventure begins and you will experience a few training rounds in the vast ranch fields. The terrain is flat and easy to ride, just right to get you acquainted with the sport of dog mushing. For lunch we drive back to the Lodge. In the afternoon we hitch up our dog teams again and mush through winter forest on our tipi camp trail and open area again on the Battle Creek Ranch fields. Dinner at the Lodge.

Day 05 
 Departure after breakfast.

 

DATES  & RATES

Dates on request.

Rate any arrival day - $ 895

Except Valentine's Weekend - $ 995

From Arrival December 26th to Departure January 03rd - $ 1195

Rates are per person based on double occupancy and subject to taxes. Singles on Request.


 

 

Extend your Package
Accommodation and meals only: $   75.00
Accommodation, meals and full day snowmobiling: $ 295.00
Rates are per person, per night and subject to taxes.  


SPECIAL NOTES

  • Minimum number of guests for any activity is two.
  • Minimum age to participate is 8 years. Children between 8 years and 14 years can ride with a parent and will get a 10% reduction on the double/twin rate.
  • Minimum age for mushing your own dog team is 14 years. Any child between 14 and 19 years of age must be accompanied by a guardian.
  • All guests are required to sign a waiver of liability prior to departure.
  • Each guest should be in good physical fitness and willing to get along in a group.
  • For safety reasons during the dog sledding activity your guide will be with the group on a snowmobile to be able to assist quickly if there is a problem. We usually drive ahead for quite a distance to avoid the noise around you and your team, turn off the snowmobile and wait for you to catch up. At the same time we are grooming the trail for you. If you need our assistance you simply use the supplied walkie talkie to call us.
  • The sequence of the itinerary is subject to change without prior notice according to the logistics of coordinating with other programs or if the majority of group prefers a different sequence due to weather conditions etc. ( only if logistically possible)

TOUR PRICE INCLUDES

  • Guided dog sledding including dog sledding equipment
  • Guided snowshoeing and sightseeing including snowshoes
  • Guided snowmobiling including machines & helmets
  • All meals starting with dinner on first day ending with breakfast on last day 
  • Accommodation at Helmcken Falls Lodge based on double occupancy.
  • Transportation from your accommodation to trailheads and return

NOT INCLUDED IN TOUR PRICE

  • Personal expenses
  • Applicable Taxes.

 

WHAT TO BRING (Rentals see below)

  • Toque or hat preferably with ear muffs.
  • Snow goggles and sun glasses.
  • Scarf.
  • Water resistant gloves for dog sledding and warm gloves for other activities.
  • Windproof and warm jacket and pants ( appropriate ski suit will do ).
  • Layers of clothes like warm under wear (long johns), fleece shirt, pullover etc.
  • Efficient socks and, if you do have blood circulation problems in your feet, bring some kind of boot warmer like electric socks etc.
  • Warm shoes preferably high Sorrels or other type of snow boots.
  • Camera with enough film and batteries.
  • Flashlight, preferably head lamp (you will experience darkness as early as 04.00 p.m.).
  • Personal medication.
  • Sunscreen lotion.
  • Some small water resistant bag (like a belt bag) to carry personal necessities.

CLOTHES RENTALS

  • Snowsuits ( Coverall or jacket and pants) per day $ 10.00
  • Boots (Sorrel or similar) per day $ 5.00
  • Complete outfit (snowsuit, boots, scarf, goggles, toque, gloves or mittens) per day $ 20.00
  • Subject to 7 % PST and 5 % GST

 

HOW TO GET THERE

Driving your own car turn off Highway # 5 in Clearwater (122 km north of Kamloops, B.C.) at the Tourist Information Centre and follow the road to Wells Gray Park for 32 km.  An afternoon pick-up can be arranged for guests arriving in Kamloops by plane from Vancouver, Calgary or Seattle or are staying in a hotel in Kamloops. Price: $ 95.00 per person / oneway, minimum 2. Group discounts available. If you choose to use the Greyhound bus we will pick you up at the Greyhound Station in Clearwater. Price $ 30.00 per person / one-way, minimum 2. (rates subject to 5% GST)

FOR RESERVATION PLEASE CONTACT US AT   info@bcbackcountryadventures.com

                

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