Canoeing and Kayaking

Columbia River Outfitters is your outdoor adventure center for self-guided canoe and kayak and interpretive tours in the Columbia Valley. Columbia River Outfitters specializes in canoeing and kayaking with a relaxed, easy paced approach in the spectacular setting of the Columbia River Valley. They offer a unique way to discover the lakes and rivers in the Columbia Valley with modern, stable recreational boats, which are easy to paddle.

River & Wetlands Self-Guided Tour from Invermere to Radium

On this 3 - 5 hour flat water paddle from Invermere to Radium Hot Springs (15 km), you can spend a leisurely morning or afternoon on the Columbia River exploring the local waterways. The Columbia River Wetlands lure more than 250 species of birds. Eagles, ospreys, and herons are a common site throughout the season as are various species of wildlife. Return transfer from Radium to Invermere included.

Departures at 11:00am and 1:00pm

• 3-5 Hours - $99 per canoe (2 people) includes applicable taxes
• 3-5 Hours - $69 per single kayak (1 person) includes applicable taxes
• 3-5 Hours - $109 per double kayak (2 people) includes applicable taxes

Columbia River Wetlands Guided Tour

With a first rate view from your canoe, kayak or a 10-person voyager canoe, you will venture into the fertile Columbia Valley Wetlands. This 2 - 3 hour excursion takes you back in history to the findings of native artifacts from 900 years ago. Learn of David Thompson, the trappers, settlers, and miners, their route on the river, and their establishment of transportation from Canal Flats to Golden by canoe, barges and paddle wheelers. You will discover facts about the river and wetlands, local birds, fish, reptiles and animal life in the pristine beauty of the Columbia Valley Wetlands.

Departs Thursdays at 6:00pm

• 2-3 Hours - $39 per person plus applicable taxes

Wetlands Paddling/Birding Guided Tour

Full-day guided wildlife viewing tours by kayak or canoe. Explore the world famous Columbia River while honing your kayak or canoe skills and learning from our naturalist. See bald and golden eagles, osprey, hawks, kingfishers plus the occasional bear, moose, deer, coyote, elk, and beaver along the way. Relax with a gourmet lunch on an island in the marsh, and then carry on down the river to Radium Hot Springs. No prior canoe or kayaking experience is required. A moderate level of fitness is beneficial to enjoying the experience. Kids must be six years old to come along and an adult must accompany children under 12. Minimum group size of 6 people required.

Departs Wednesdays at 8:00am

• Full Day - $100 per person plus applicable taxes

Self-Guided Columbia River Wetlands Tour

Explore the pristine beauty of the wetlands at your own pace. The Columbia River Wetlands lure more then 250 species of birds. Eagles, ospreys, and herons are a common site throughout the season as are various species of wildlife.

• 2 Hours - $40 per canoe (2 people) plus applicable taxes
• 2 Hours - $40 per single kayak (1 person) plus applicable taxes
• 2 Hours - $50 per double kayak (2 people) plus applicable taxes
• Half Day - $50 per canoe (2 people) plus applicable taxes
• Half Day - $50 per single kayak (1 person) plus applicable taxes
• Half Day - $75 per double kayak (2 people) plus applicable taxes
• Full Day - $60 per canoe (2 people) plus applicable taxes
• Full Day - $60 per single kayak (1 person) plus applicable taxes
• Full Day - $90 per double kayak (2 people) plus applicable taxes

Be Sure to Bring...

• Comfortable footwear (can get wet)
• Sunscreen
• T-shirt, shorts, hat
• Raingear if forecasted
• Lots of fluids and snacks
• Camera and binoculars
• Cell Phone (if you have one)

Please Note: Tours may be cancelled due to inclement weather or insufficient bookings. Minimum 4 people per tour.
Return shuttle service from Radium Hot Springs included.