Guided Wetlands
Two-hour guided paddle in the Columbia River Wetlands
You will discover facts about the river and wetlands, local birds, fish, reptiles and animal life in the pristine beauty of the wetlands
Learn about David Thompson, local history and geography
Join our guide in an 8-person Voyager canoe or double kayaks or canoes.
Guided tours are at generally 10am Tuesday & Saturday - see calendar for most up to date availabilty
Book online and sign the waiver ahead of time
Meet at the Invermere Launch
Meet your guide and get a personal flotation device (PFD)
Paddle in the wetlands for approximately 2 hours
Return to the Invermere Launch
- Water and a snack
- Hat and sunscreen
- Camera
- Binoculars
- Footwear that might get a little wet or dirty
- Layers and rain gear if forecasted
Guided 2-hour paddle
All safety gear including a Personal flotation device (PFD)
This is a guided paddle; you must be physically fit and able to paddle.
No single kayaks on guided trips (unless required due to an odd number)
10 minutes before your booked time
You can book either to be in a voyageur canoe, or a double kayak or two-person canoe.
Guided tours are at 10am Monday & Saturday (with some other days - see calendar)
Guided tours may be available on request for groups of four or more (please email us)
Our cancellation deadlines are applied to enable us to schedule guides, staff and equipment.
Subject to availability, changing the date and/or time of your booking does not incur any fees.
GUIDED TOURS have a 7 day cancellation policy. To receive a refund, less a $5 cancellation fee, email paddle@ColumbiaRiverPaddle.com a minimum of 7 days prior to the start of your booking. No refunds or reschedules for no shows. Bookings within 7 days are final payments.
We reserve the right to cancel any program with less than 24 hours notice due to changing weather conditions such as strong winds or thunderstorms. Please check your email for cancellation notices before leaving for your program. In this case, we will try to re-schedule to another date or offer a full refund. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but your safety and well-being on the water is our top priority.
Please be aware that we reserve the right to refuse service in the following circumstances with no refund:
- Participants are found to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Inappropriate behavior/language to staff or other guests