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Specializing in canoe, camping, whitewater canoe trips and expeditions

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Looking for a unique, personal wilderness adventure? The Wilderquest Adventure Co. offers canoe trips from half to six day or more camping in the pristine isolation of British Columbia's whitewater wilderness. Our full participation attitude means you paddle, portage, help set up camp and then relax after a hearty gourmet chef prepared dinner to enjoy the night sky and crackling campfire. You can rappel into spectacular gorges to your canoe, drift aimlessly on a hidden mountain lake, or venture into Vancouver Islands' coastal Rainforests to some of the worlds largest trees. Wildlife photography, sketching and other artistic pursuits fit in easily on our trips. In Spring 2003 we open our first deluxe log cabin on 50 forested acres. For those wishing a base for a day of paddling, bird-watching or to access any of the dozens of local and Westcoasts' exciting vacation opportunities you can contemplate your options relaxing in front of a blazing woodstove, overlooking the magnificent Olympic Mountains. Inquire as to rates and availability. New page coming soon, check it out!

Need a place to stay? We offer serene Log Cabin Accomodations

At the headwaters of the Elk River deep in the Canadian Rockies a Wilderquest Guide solos his canoe in the grandeur of the 10 000 foot peaks. Most every species of larger mammals call the Elk Valley home.

Below, a Wilderquest Guide maneuvers his 16 foot whitewater canoe through some Class 11 water on the Upper Elk River, Rocky Mountains.

What is the Wilderquest Adventure Co.?

We are a group of wilderness adventure specialists with a common interest in exploring all aspects of our great outdoors. Our primary focus is on whitewater canoe adventure expeditions from half to six day trips. We also coordinate and guide a variety of other outdoor adventures from big tree tours to ocean kayaking. No Himalayan expeditions but good, challenging outdoor activities demanding active participation by all.

Several of our guides are practicing paramedics, all are certified in First Aid and have R.C.A.B.C. Level 3+4 Moving Water Certification. We have extensive outdoor experience and are highly motivated to provide an atmosphere of encouragement and teamwork to our guests. It’s you, your gear, canoe and the river. We use only top line equipment and set the highest standards for all our journeys from meals to camp selection to guidance through the wilderness. For your holiday 2003 think about getting back to the roots of our nation - try a Wilderquest Adventure! On the right, afavourite lunch spot on the Upper San Juan river.

We supply canoes, paddles and all safety gear (PFD’s, helmets etc.), wetsuits, camping gear including tents with tarps and groundsheets, sleeping pads and bags and eating utensils. And a canoe adventure we know you'll not forget. You require spare clothes and wettable footwear - (sneakers) and possibly raingear. Local outfitters here in Sooke can supply anything you need in terms of outdoor gear, which we can have delivered to our office, ready for your departure.

Persons wishing to participate in our whitewater adventures must have some canoe experience, otherwise just a desire to enjoy a great Wilderquest Adventure. For those less inclined towards the faster pace we know more than a few pristine wilderness lakes suited to paddlers of any ability. Trip details regarding clothing, times and features and highlights of each trip available upon request and at time of registration.
We will custom fit any canoeing adventure to meet your own personal needs, sketching, photography, running that fast water over again or just marveling at the beauty of spectacular Vancouver Island. You can be back for dinner or 7 nights out – it’s your choice! Make this holiday one to remember, plan on adding a Wilderquest Adventure to your schedule..