Northern Canada’s Great River Expeditions

Just got off the Alsek River yesterday afternoon after 12 days of astounding rafting with some of the best rafting guides we have ever travelled with. I cannot say enough good things about Kyle, Gorenko, Ken & Maddie. A pro team! True professionals who mix top notch outdoor skills with excellent knowledge, superb humour & outstanding cooking. As a special treat, Gorenko brought along his travel guitar, demonstrating his musical skills and style! We have travelled with this company on 4 other northern trips in years past, and look forward to our next adventure with them! Thank you for your attention to detail, excellent outdoor gear, quick response to our questions from your office, and your pride in hiring the best staff who work so hard showing off the best of what northern Canadian nature has to offer!

Just came off a 12 day float down the Nahanni River. Thoroughly enjoyed experiencing the geology and scenery in the area. Guides were very knowledgeable and kept us well fed. Equipment provided for our use was well maintained. Such an incredible experience.

I have done two trips with this company and both exceeded my expectations in every way. The staff and guides go above and beyond to make sure the trip is an exceptional experience.

From many bear (grizzly and black), moose sitings and amazing vistas to extraordinary guides and delicious food, CRE/Nahanni River Adventures does not disappoint. We have previously floated The Firth River with them and most recently The Alsek to experience our breathtakingly beautiful north and the guides ensure you return home with the best memories. Amazing experience once again. Thank you!

Excellent trip down the Tatshenshini River - well organized, great guides, delicious food, engaging raftmates, spectacular scenery, and superb weather. Eagar to do it again

I've just returned from a fabulous 12 day rafting trip on the Nahanni. Dan, Bob, and Dahlia were outstanding guides: enthusiastic, supportive, knowledgeable, and amazingly efficient at portaging, getting camp set up, cooking fabulous meals, and sharing stories about the Nahanni River. The weather was superb - only a few drops of rain - and I counted only three mosquitoes during the entire adventure. The meals were far beyond what I'd expected, including eggs Benedict for breakfast, pork tenderloin and risotto cooked perfectly, yeast-raised cinnamon rolls, and much more. Our group of like-minded nature and adventure enthusiasts quickly got to know each other and to enjoy each other's company. The natural beauty of the river and its varied geology from day to day and hour to hour was transfixing and restorative, and the occasional day hikes were a nice addition - I'd highly recommend the 12-day trip compared to the shorter version on the Nahanni with fewer layover days.

We recently floated the Alsek River with Canadian River Expeditions, and I can honestly say the experience was phenomenal from start to finish. It truly was the trip of a lifetime! We had some incredible wildlife encounters, always from a safe distance, and came across plenty of animal tracks around camp and on our hikes. One night, we were even treated to an unforgettable display of the aurora borealis — just another highlight of an already amazing trip. From the moment we signed up to the day we finished, CRE was incredibly organized, thorough, and professional. They provided so much helpful information and preparation along the way, which made us feel completely comfortable and ready for such an incredible backcountry adventure. All four of our guides were outstanding. They were knowledgeable, professional, personable, and just plain fun to be around. They worked so well together as a team and created such a positive, relaxed atmosphere throughout the entire trip. And, to top it all off, they were incredible backcountry chefs! The food was absolutely delicious, with an amazing amount of variety considering we were camping in such a remote environment. They also did an exceptional job accommodating dietary restrictions. Our expedition leader, Kyle, was fantastic. He was extremely thorough and kept us well informed throughout the journey. His morning and evening “map chats” became a real highlight for us. They gave us a great sense of where we were, what to expect, and helped us appreciate the incredible landscape and adventure unfolding around us. Safety was clearly a top priority throughout the entire expedition, and we always felt completely safe and well looked after. The experience, organization, professionalism, and genuine enthusiasm of the entire CRE team really made a difference. Canadian River Expeditions exceeded our expectations in every way. The Alsek is an extraordinary place, but having such an exceptional team guiding us through it made the experience truly unforgettable. We would highly recommend CRE to anyone looking for an incredible wilderness adventure. Five stars without hesitation!

We did the Alsek River with the Canadian River Expeditions outfit. It was an absolutely wonderful experience. Being in the National Park with just the wildlife, icebergs, and beautiful scenery was fabulous. The four guides we had were first rate. They were very well informed on the history of the region, and chose exceptional spots to make camp where we enjoyed gourmet meals and campfire discussions. We also had hiking as part of our daily expeditions which provided more learning as we went. Would highly recommend this trip.

Bucket list trip - guides were super fun and made sure safety and handwashing was top priority. Food was amazing and the scenery spectacular.

It was a wonderful trip where we experienced so much beautiful nature and saw lots of wildlife. We were extremely well looked after from start to finish – before, during, and even after the trip. The guides were incredibly friendly, very knowledgeable throughout the entire journey, and shared lots of interesting information about the nature, wildlife, and surroundings. The food was also absolutely excellent and left nothing to be desired. Even the request for gluten-free meals was perfectly accommodated, and the gluten-free food was just as excellent. I can warmly recommend this tour to everyone. A huge thank you to the entire team for this unforgettable experience!

My recent Nahanni River 12-day rafting adventure was a glorious mix of beauty, inquiry, tight community, history, geology, and learning some of the way of living and survival in this part of vast thinly-populated northern Canada. Our three guides made it safe, fun, educational and set a beautiful and practical example of how to work together as a team. I feel both smaller and bigger as a result. I'm very thankful for this experience!

For anyone wondering if they should take this trip...We rafted the Nahanni two weeks ago and are still on a high from our trip. Adventures around every bend of the river, either due to absolutely stunning scenery, day hikes, beautiful tenting spots, delicious food or our group congeniality. We can't say enough about our three guides. All extremely personable, knowledgeable, experienced, hard working (their portaging of all the gear is truly an impressive undertaking) and enthused about the North. It also provided us with a great introduction to the North and some of its people.

I had seen countless photos and videos of the Nahanni River, falls and canyons. They were so much more spectacular and magnificent than I had ever imagined. Virginia Falls and that portage, the Painted Canyon, the Gate, Third Canyon, Tricky Currents, Lafferty’s Riffle, the Library, the Splits… Can't say enough about the quality of Nahanni River Adventures staff and guides and the food! Paddle with them - you'll have the experience of a lifetime.

As canoeists we were a little hesitant about a rafting trip! We have done canoe trips on the Nahani and Keele rivers with this company which were fabulous so we were willing to give it a try. This switch was mostly because we as a group are getting older ( max. age 76) with bad knees ,hips and shoulders. It was the right choice. We all loved it! The river was awesome as was the scenery. The guides were great at navigating the rapids as well as cooking terrific meals. Hard to have guessed we would have eggs benedict for breakfast.

My Alsek rafting experience with Kyle (sr), Ken, Maddy and Kyle (jr) was magical, to say the least. Experiencing the raw and exquisite beauty of the river, glaciers, animal and plant life, (and everything in between), with 4 exceptional rafting guides was a privilege. A true trip of a life time. Thank you everyone at CRE and NRA.

Recently completed the 12 night rafting tour on the Alsek. WOW. An incredible experience. The guides (Kyle S, Kyle G, Ken and Maddie) were outstanding, sharing their knowledge of the region while keeping us well fed. The CRE team were responsive to all pre-trip questions. I would highly recommend CRE if you are looking for a rafting adventure in the Yukon.

the trip of a life time truely delivered... INCREDIBLE guides..AWESOME river and a company with years passed on of knowledge enabling us to enjoy the best of the best feeling sooooo safe and cared about ...primo equipment and fabulous communication from start to finish about any question pre trip or during trip... patient knowlegeable.talented and thoughtful... it cant possibly get any better....

Just back from an amazing float down the Alsek River with Canadian River Expeditions. My second trip with CRE/NRA and they continue to deliver exceptional lifetime experiences. Such incredible places, wildlife, amazing guides, great food and lifelong memories.

Our canoe trip down the Nahanni exceeded all expectations. The scenery, fun paddling conditions and great meals made this a memorable journey. Seeing and experiencing the North in a canoe was a real privilege - the only negative is that it went by too quickly!

My wife and I recently completed an 11 day rafting trip on the Tatshenshini River with CRE. Every aspect of the trip surpassed our expectations. The guides were great, we were adequately prepared, based upon the information provided in advance and the food was exceptional. On top of that we were blessed with great weather! I am happy to provide a very positive recommendation for this company.

We took a Nahanni River canoe trip with this outfitter and had an amazing experience! The river itself is one of Canada's most unique and beautiful landscapes, and the guides from Nahanni River Adventures were excellent - they had all the skills to make our trip safe and enjoyable, cooked delicious food on the river, and provided a fantastic experience for the group.

Mountains, Rivers, Sun, Wind, Cool Cold Water, Dreams, History, Memories, Remote wilderness, but in a park, with a safe company that excelled in Customer Service. A place where we were able to do our expedition. You can do this too. Tarps Off!

What an incredible adventure paddling the Nahanni with NRA! We went on a family trip, starting at Rabbitkettle lake and ending at Nahanni Butte. Along the way the scenery was breathtaking, the rapids were fun and exciting, and the natural environment, macro and mega fauna did not disappoint! We had the most amazing guides, Ally and Liv, who truly made the trip. They taught us so much about the natural and cultural history of the region, shared stories, inspired confidence in our paddling, and made the most delicious food! I could not recommend them enough. This was truly the trip of a lifetime, and we could not have done it without NRA!

If you want to explore the Yukon, BC and Alaska by river, this is the guiding service to use. Just returned from a memorable 13 day rafting trip down the Alsek River leaving from Whitehorse, Yukon and ending in Dry Bay, Alaska, and I can’t speak highly enough about this trip. Everything was impeccably planned, from the transport to the put-in site to the loading of the rafts to the helicopter portage over Turnback Canyon and the Twin Otter flight back to Whitehorse from our final pull out in Alaska. The guides were super competent, personable and a delight to spend the days with. Kyle S, Mattie, Ken and Kyle G (also known as Grr or ‘Guitar Lord’) were experienced, passionate, knowledgeable about the river, the terrain and wildlife, and just plain fun to spend time with. Guest safety was paramount, with appropriate gear, safety briefings and vigilance. Guest comfort was also a priority, with excellent tents and pads (I brought my own sleeping bag but high quality rentals are available), rubberized gear and dry suits. And the food was amazing- fresh hot food for every meal, including some of the best lasagna I’ve ever had, Greek food one night, grilled steaks another, fresh vegetables and fruit- something for everyone. The days were well planned, including hikes, and nights at the camp sites were a blast. The guides and the guiding service treat the wilderness with the utmost respect, leaving no traces of our passage. This was the trip of a lifetime for those who love the outdoors.

Great guides, great food and awesome scenery