Day Zero (Saturday) : Arrival, Vancouver
Today is your arrival day into Vancouver. Downtown Vancouver is an approximate 20-minute taxi ride from the airport. Day One (Sunday): Check-In
Today, meet at the Esso Avitat near the South Terminal of the Vancouver Airport. As soon as everyone's gear is stowed, board the chartered plane for the incredible flight over the mountains and glaciers to Stewart’s Lodge. Here you will meet the guides, check into rooms and enjoy the day and evening at the lodge. A lakeside view at dinner and an evening to go over last minute details and issuing expedition equipment will help you settle into the moods and rhythms of the trip. Day Two (Monday) : Flight to Kliniklini Lake & Rafting
After a hearty breakfast at the lodge, it’s into the float planes for another spectacular flight to Klinaklini Lake. Upon arrival, O.A.R.S. will go through the safety procedures for the trip (including a grizzly bear briefing) and teach any would be paddlers the basics. Depending on timing and water levels, you will make the first camp just below The Little Drop of Horrors rapid (which was first run for the first time ever by O.A.R.S. guides in 1997). Those not wishing this class V excitement can easily walk around this section on a portage route and there is ideal point for taking photos of the rafts cascading through this dramatic drop. Day Three (Tuesday): Rafting
After a riverside breakfast, board the rafts for a beautiful day on the water. Today will be the longest rafting stretch. Raft a few class III rapids before lunching at “Nobody Move” rapids. The largest drop of the trip, the guides will scout the river and decide on the options of running this incredible stretch of whitewater. If O.A.R.S. can run the drop, participants will once again be given the opportunity to paddle or hike. The afternoon will feature some easy but continuous class III rapids, which are reminiscent of the White Mile on the Chilko. Tonight's camp is below the North Klinaklini confluence. Here the glaciers and wildlife will inspire you for more adventure. Day Four (Wednesday): Rafting & Hiking
Today, raft into the heart of the mountainous terrain. Surrounded by Waddington and Silverthrone, you will be overwhelmed by the size and scope of this land of legends. Tonight, camp above the upper reaches of Klinaklini Canyon where not even the most intrepid adventurers dare travel. A prime wildlife viewing habitat, explore its wilderness with a few of the guides, while others help prepare another delicious riverside dining experience. The balance of the day is available for hiking, walking, photography, sitting by the campfire or just staring in wonder at the incredible views. Day Five (Thursday): Heli-Hiking & Exploring
Today the helicopter arrives to whisk you to places unimaginable. Alpine meadows and views of the enormous Klinaklini glacier make for an unforgettable day of hiking and exploring. Soon after, your magic carpet will drop you at a new camp at the foot of the glacier where icebergs calve into a secluded lake. Day Six (Friday): Layover in Camp
Today is a layover day. This will allow you to hike the lateral moraine, walk on the glacier and for the more adventurous, hike up to the ice caves. There should be plenty of time for hot showers, reading a good book and simply immersing yourself into this spectacular scenery. Day Seven (Saturday): Rafting & Float Plane Ride Back to Vancouver
Today, enter the West Klinaklini River which features countless massive wave trains that roller coaster for miles in a rushing chorus. An exciting section of river, its speed dissipates as the river broadens and braids. This region is prime for sighting many of the 200 bird species that call the Klinaklini home. As the river widens, you will pick up the scent of salt air while floating into the magical Knight Inlet and a tidal lagoon, which is famous for its grizzly bears. You’ll say goodbye to your guides and board your floatplane back to Vancouver rich with new experiences, new friends and fantastic memories. Weather permitting, you should arrive in Vancouver at approximately 6:00pm. | 
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