Go from extraordinary wetlands, through ancient forests with thousand year old trees to the majestic alpine of the Cariboo Mountains all in one adventure. Visit the rich wetlands of the Mitchell River and observe the water fowl and wildlife in this unique ecosystem and riparian area. Study thousand year old Western Red Cedars, ancient lichens that only grow in forests that have reached an age of 250 years or more.
Learn about the great diversity of the old growth forest and why we must maintain these ancient forests. Observe the life styles and antics of mountain grizzly, mountain goats, caribou, mule deer, wolf, and black bear, birds, and small animals. Visit a 10,000 year old glacier from the last ice age. From spring through late fall the abundance and diversity of the ever changing plant life is a rewarding study. From early spring lady slippers, solomon’s seals, monkey flowers, the wild blue berries of summer and the last scarlet clusters of highbush cranberries in the autumn woodlands are fascinating.
The sheer enjoyment of learning about the native flora and fauna is a memorable experience bringing you closer to the wild side of nature and life. One thing is certain - the closer you look the more you’ll see the beauty and intricacies of these plants from the thousand year old western red cedars in the old growth forest to the shrubs, mosses, liverworts, lichens, flowers and tiniest of plants. They all co-exist as part of this rare and unique interior ecosystem.
Your Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival day. Arrive at our Quesnel Lake lodge. Settle in to our facilities, relax and explore the area around the lodge. Do some beach combing. Orientation session. Free evening. (L/D).
Day 2: Jetboat up the north arm of Quesnel Lake to the wetlands. Enjoy the day studying the varied ecosystems, plants, animals and birds that make the wetlands their home, such as grizzly bears and moose. These wetlands are a major staging area for migratory birds. Discover why wetlands are so important to our planet. (B/L/D).
Day 3: Visit the old growth forests. These ancient forests with trees over 1000 years old were here before Columbus discovered America. They are rich with plant life, wildlife and birds. Discover rare lichens, unknown anywhere else on earth. Discover the incredible biodiversity of these forests. Discover the rich ecosystems in the canopies of these forests. (B/L/D).
Day 4: Hike into the alpine beneath mountain peaks that are snowcapped much of the year. Discover the beauty of wild alpine flowers, plants and animal life. Stand on the shores of a true alpine tarn. Be at one with nature in the peacefulness of natural wilderness. (B/L/D).
Day 5: Departure day. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and prepare for departure. Perhaps visit a few favorite spots around the lodge before you go. (B).
A 2 day Cariboo Mountains extension is possible:
Days 6-8: 8 day trips include a trip thought the Cariboo Mountains backcountry to the historic gold rust town of Barkerville. Over night in Wells, BC, explore Barkerville and return to our Quesnel Lake lodge. Day 8 is departure day. (B/L/D).
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Included: Accommodations, meals, guides, necessary motorized equipment (boats, motors, vehicles), orientation and interpretive information, Goods/Services Taxes, ground transport from/to Williams Lake.
Not Included: Gratuities, liquor, international airfares to pickup point at Williams Lake.
Depending on the trip chosen guests need to bring camera (preferably with a telephoto lens), film, a good pair of binoculars, proper footwear, backpack, day pack sack, hat, rain gear, sleeping bag, clothing that can be layered, personal toiletries. (A complete gear list will be provided at time of booking.)
Custom trips of shorter or longer duration are available. Contact us for quotes.
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