Why you should choose us for your Tatshenshini River trip of a lifetime
The north is a region of diverse land form, wildlife, geology, peoples and scenery. Stretching from Alaska, across the Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut, most of our continent lies above the 60th parallel - the "Land of the Midnight Sun". Looking at a map it becomes quite clear that the best way to explore, experience and hike through this vast land is via the rivers. Serving as fluid conduits, these waterways, beautiful in their own rite, cut through the heart of the features that collectively form the "magnetic" north. For two decades author, outfitter and guide, Neil Hartling and his team of skilled river guides have explored these waterways and discovered the great gems of the world. Here are the reasons why our river holidays are recommended by our distinguished clientele around the world:

The "Voice on the Phone":
Cara Campion, our office manager enjoying the Nahanni...and enjoying serving our guests in the office

• Our northern expedition offerings are second to none.
• Our professional guide/interpreters are the best in the north and return year after year - some for nearly twenty years.
• We maintain the highest consistent ratio of guides to guests
• Our equipment selection is fine tuned to specifically suit the needs of each region
• We work with you closely to plan the holiday you want.
• Our diverse number of trip options and river craft allow us to match a specific holiday to your interests, skills and abilities.
• The large number of returning guests are evidence that we can consistently deliver the "trip of a lifetime".
• Based in the north and partnered with native communities, we maintain the highest standards of ecotourism by leaving the majority of financial benefits in the north.
• We operate with the spirit of a "family business" with attention to the smallest details beginning long before the rivers start running in the spring.
• Our food selection and preparation is pleasing and hearty.

As an indication of our reputation for excellence, our clientel include: Discovery Channel, Canadian Geographic, National Geographic, Men's Journal, Outside Magazine, most North American media groups, Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society and numerous Senators and other dignitaries. They also include school teachers, electricians, nurses, architects, home makers, professionals, in fact, people from all backgrounds who enjoy wild places. We have published two educational books concerning the rivers on which we operate and have edited the Nahanni River Guide - a sign of the value we place on sharing what we know.

This will be your "trip of a lifetime". We will help make your dream come true!

*Canoe Photo Above Credit: Terry Parker (www.terryparkerphoto.com)