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  • Corporate float on the Upper Elk River
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  • Come out and experience the best day of your summer
  • Whitewater rafting with Tunnel 49
  • Animal sightings
  • Wildlife viewing opportunity
  • Enjoy a day on the river with Tunnel 49
  • Paddle boarding along the upper Elk River
  • Stand Up Paddle Boarding on the Elk River
  • Whitewater Rafting

Visit the Tunnel49 Adventure Centre at their NEW location at 802 Hwy #3 between 8th St & 9th St.

Experience Fernie by water. 

All adventures include knowledgeable and professional staff, top quality gear, safety instructions, transportation, and riverside lunch on full-day trips.

NEW - Map of the Elk River

WHITE WATER RAFTING

You'll be tackling Class 2, 3, and 4 white water as you and your crew lead by an expert raft guide negotiate 16km of wilderness through the raging Elk Canyon. With towering peaks, vertical canyon walls carved into the Rocky Mountains, great water temperatures, and cliff jumping. This popular adventure is best from late June to September. Trips are on the Elk River with Class 2 - 4 rapids throughout the summer. In Spring and early Summer, the Bull River, with Class 2 - 3+ rapids is also available. 

Details & Inclusions:

  • Minimum age 6, minimum weight 50lb
  • Splash level 3+
  • 9am - 3pm 
  • 15km+ on the river
  • Professional guide & safety instructions
  • Transportation 
  • Quality river gear - wetsuit, booties, splash jacket, life jacket and helmet
  • Riverside snack

Pricing:

  • $169 Adult
  • $149 Youth (ages 6 – 15)
  • $1 land and water usage fee
  • GST not included
  • 10% discount for groups of 8 or more
  • Upgrade to the mammoth raft for $219 each - details below:

WHITEWATER MAMMOTH RAFTING

The first Mammoth Rafts in Canada. Light-weight, high-performance six-seater rafts have an instant draining mesh floor and wave punching catamaran tubes that send the raft rocketing high over waves. It resurfaces quickly after charging through a hole. Even the smallest rapid feels sporty in the Mammoth! Trips are on the Elk River with Class 2 - 4 rapids throughout the summer. In Spring and early Summer, the Bull River, with Class 2 - 3+ rapids is also available. 

Details & Inclusions:

  • Age 13+
  • Splash level 4+
  • 9am - 3pm 
  • 15km+ on the river
  • Professional guide & safety instructions
  • Transportation
  • Quality river gear - wetsuit, booties, splash jacket, life jacket and helmet
  • Riverside Snack

Pricing:

  • $219 per person
  • Ages 13 and above
  • $1 land and water usage fee
  • GST not included
  • 10% discount for groups of 8 or more

GHOSTRIDER FAMILY TRIP

Run the famous Ghostrider rapid in a high-performance raft. Hear the legend, surf the wave, paddle, swim and snack your way through the scenic river experience. Suitable for Ages 3+ with a splash level of 2+. The perfect introduction to rafting for the whole family! 

Details & Inclusions:

  • Age 3+
  • Splash level 2+
  • 3hr round trip, available 7 days
  • Weekday departures at 9 am, 1 pm, 4 pm
  • Weekend departures at 4 pm
  • 8km+ on the river (Dicken Road to the Dogwood Boat Launch)
  • Professional guide & safety instructions
  • Transportation 
  • Quality river gear - wetsuit, booties, splash jacket, life jacket and helmet
  • Riverside snack

Pricing:

  • $129 Adult
  • $99 Youth (ages 6 – 15)
  • $1 land and water usage fee
  • GST not included
  • 10% discount for groups of 8 or more

Tunnel49 also offer float trips, stand-up paddleboarding on lakes and rivers, inflatable kayaking, Kootenay River Expeditions, and the incredible SUPsquatch - a giant 17ft stand-up paddleboard for groups of 4-8. 

 

 

  • Contact Information
  • 250-423-5008
  • Contact By Email
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  • t49.ca/adventures/
  • 802 Hwy #3 between 8th St & 9th St, Fernie, BC V0B1M0
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