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This trip was designed for the intermediate to
advanced rider looking for an exciting riding
adventure in breathtaking country while enjoying the
comforts of a wilderness lodge at night. After an
exhilarating day in the outdoors you can play
volleyball or horse-shoes, relax in the whirlpool on
the front porch overlooking the Chilko Valley; or
just relax in front of the large wood-burning
fireplace exchanging stories with your fellow
riders. Exceptional meals and fine wines are served
family style. On one day during the week you will
take part in a float trip down Chilko River or
sightseeing boat ride up Chilko Lake.
GRBC01
Rates incl. all meals,
accommodation, 5.5 riding days, 1 day
excursion up Chilko Lake or down the river, charter
flight from Vancouver to Chilko Lake
8 days / 7 nights $2,495
Single +500
2008 Dates:
06/15-06/22 06/22-06/29
06/29-07/06
07/06-07/13 07/13-07/20
07/20-07/27
07/27-08/03 08/03-08/10
08/10-08/17
08/17-08/24 08/24-08/31
08/31-09/07
09/07-09/14 09/14-09/21
09/21-09/28
see availability
RTBC08
Explorer
& Wilderness Ride
Combo
15 days/14 nights $ 3,990
2008 Dates:
07/06-07/20
07/13-07/27 07/20-08/03
07/27-08/10 08/03-08/17
08/10-08/24
Taxes:
2.5% GST (5% for Canadians)
Gratuities: 10-15%
recommended
Meeting: Chilko
Lake
Closest airport:
Vancouver, BC
Transfer to Chilko Lake:
private charter flight included from
Vancouver Airport at 8:30 AM
Arrival
days: Sunday
Horses: Quarter mix
Tack: Western
Pace: Moderate with
fast rides
Level:
Good intermediate
Min/Max: 2-12 riders
Note: do not
book a return flight before 4:00 PM on Sunday.
Excellent destination for
Fly
Fishing for trophy Rainbow Trout
Also a great
combination with our
Chilko Whitewater rafting trip
($125 discount for combination)
Itinerary
Sunday: A 8:30 a.m.
charter flight takes you from Vancouver across the
magnificent glaciers of the coastal mountains to Chilko Lake, where Karen McLean will greet you at
the private landing strip of the ranch. After lunch
and a short introduction you get a chance to test
your horse on an afternoon ride.
Monday:
After breakfast we ride through fir forests to Green
Lake. Along the way we stop for a picnic at the
lake. In the afternoon there are some wonderful
opportunities to canter on soft forest trails.
Tuesday: We ride up the steep trails of Mount
Tullin. The ride takes us through magnificent fir
forests to the timberline. From the summit it takes
a 20-minute hike to reach the top of the mountain.
Soak in the panorama of the Coast Mountains and 55
mile long Chilko Lake with its turquoise waters and
the breathtaking beauty of Tsylos Park.
Wednesday: One day
during your stay the riders will head up
beautiful Chilko Lake. Pristine Chilko Lake is the
largest natural high mountain lake in North America.
Surrounded by glaciers, rugged towering peaks,
roaring creeks and rivers, waterfalls, and of course
the wildlife.
Due to the glacial silt, Chilko
Lake has a gorgeous turquoise coloring. The views,
whether looking down on her or up from her, are
unbelievable. You might have a chance to visit the
old mining cabin at Franklin Arm and hike up to the
waterfalls, or spend some time at a creek, fishing
for Dolly Varden. This is a day that you will not
want to miss! Optionally you will take part in a
river float trip down Chilko River instead.
Thursday: We enjoy many brisk canters across
the Chilcotin plateau and along the Chilko river.
Advanced riders will enjoy the "rollercoaster" rides
on narrow, windy forest trails. Due to the fast pace
of these rides you have to be able to develop a good
feeling and communicate well with your horse. It is
excellent for stretching your riding abilities and
building your confidence. Both the horse and rider
find it fun and challenging. But not to worry, the
horses are well trained and easily controllable. We
stop for a nice picnic by the river with its fast
flowing waters.
Friday: A long day-ride
across the plateau to Choelquoit Lake with the
opportunity to take a dip in the cool water. Enjoy a
picnic at the sandy beach with awesome views of Niut,
Chilko & Tsuniah mountains.
Saturday: A
brisk ride takes you along the Chilko river to
Henry's crossing. Enjoy a well deserved lunch break
on the only bridge that spans the river. In
September you can watch natives fishing for salmon
here. In the afternoon we canter along the east side
of the river to Canoe Crossing always with the whole
mountain range in clear view. The horses swim across
the river and freely gallop home while a boat ride
takes you back to the ranch. In the evening a
fabulous farewell dinner with barbecue awaits you.
Sunday: Return flight after breakfast or
start of another wilderness ride.
Itinerary subject to change due to weather etc.
Fall
Foliage / Indian Summer –
"When the river turns
red"
Indian Summer in September
is a very special time of year at Chilko. It is an
explosion of autumn coolers, an abundance of
wildlife, and an orchestra of sounds. With the
changing seasons the Sockeye & Chinook salmon return
in vast numbers, spawning on the river and lake. The
water wiggles with red spawning fish, bringing down
the Grizzly Bear, Black Bear, Bald Eagles, Peregrine
Falcons, Herons, Ducks, Ospreys, and other wildlife
to feast on the dead salmon that have already laid
their eggs for the cycle to begin all over. This is
a wonderful time to visit !
Grizzly feeding on a Salmon in
September |
50 mile long Chilko Lake
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