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06 Aug - 12 Aug |
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Tour Highlights
"This trip offers so much more than the normal trips. It has to be on a par with the special factor the Galapagos had for me"
Aedin, Switzerland - 2022
Explore the gorgeous freshwater wilderness along the Churchill River System in Canada’s Saskatchewan province.
Experience the beauty of the boreal forest, visit white sand beaches, mighty river rapids and canoe portages with local Cree Elders. Journey back to a place in time when the river was essential to the survival of the local indigenous peoples.
As if Otter Lake was not remote enough - try Dead Lake! Depart after breakfast by float plane (think sea plane) and start your swim day with a scenic 15-minute flight to a beautiful white sand beach at Dead Lake Outpost Camp.
Travel to remote wilderness locations, keeping an eye out for eagles, osprey, beavers, otters, pelicans...
Explore the Canadian wilderness along the Churchill River System in Canada’s Saskatchewan province. You will be taken to unspoilt remote wilderness locations where beautiful clear and relatively warm freshwater swims, some in moving water and others across open lakes, will be sure to both challenge and enthral you. Eagles, osprey, beavers, otters, pelicans and even the occasional bear are not an unusual sight.
We take you back to a place in time when the river was essential to the survival of the local indigenous peoples. Experience the beauty of the boreal forest, visit white sand beaches, mighty river rapids and canoe portages that have been created by hundreds of years of travel. Enjoy breath-taking views of your swims from the air on a scenic transfer flight in the ‘workhorse of the north’ - a float plane - and listen to a talk about how survival in the North is just a way of life. The meals on this trip are delicious, the people are amazing, and of course all the swims are incredible.
Who is this trip for?
This trip is for swimmers who want to experience off-grid adventures in remote, unspoilt locations. This is the perfect place to just switch off and focus on enjoying stunning swims in a gorgeous wilderness setting. While your days will be spent out in nature, evenings at Thompson’s Resort will be your opportunity to enjoy all the comforts of home, including online connectivity.
Swimmers should have a basic understanding of open water swimming and be capable of completing the average swim distance of 3km prior to the start of the trip. The average daily swim distance is around 6km (split over a minimum of two swims). Please note: some of the swims are current assisted so you will be swimming on average 5km/day.
We have given this trip a ‘Moderate’ grading most swimmers comfortable in the open water will be able to take part and enjoy one of these trips.
What's included?
- Fully guided swimming holiday in North America
- Swim guides and full safety escort on all swims
- All breakfasts, lunches and dinners (except for Day 1) at the Thompson’s Resort restaurant
- Scenic float plane flights to the start of some of your swims
- Full ABTOT Financial Protection
What's not included?
- Travel to and from the start of the tour
- Dinner on Day 1 in Saskatoon
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Daily Itineraries
Please note that the below daily itineraries are an example of the swims that may take place during the course of your trip, however, actual swim locations and distances will vary according to local weather and sea conditions. Your SwimTrek guides and local boat pilot will determine the most suitable swim locations each day and will communicate the plan with all guests as soon as possible.
Trip Schedule
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A view to remember!

Float plane in action

Swimming off the float plane in Canada.
Drone shot from our 2022 pioneer trip

Catching the sunlight

Swimmers in formation

Swimmers head out under lowlight

Close-up swimming into the distance

Lone swimmer in Canadian outback

Sunset hues on the river

Swimmers with escort boat in Canada

Sunlight on swimmers and forested banks

A little rough for a dip!
Headed out from the jetty

Float plane stop-off in the Canadian Wilderness.

Swimming in Saskatchewan.

Walking to a float plane in Canada.

Sunset over a Saskatchewan river

Group photo in the Canadian Wilderness
Enjoying the sun in the Canadian Wilderness

Taking a boat ride in the Canadian Wilderness

Your roaming grounds
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I have been on a lot of trips and all have that something special. What this one offers is tranquility, space, the feeling you have gotten away from it all and the utter sense of balance you feel as you leave the lakes behind you. This trip offers so much more than the normal trips. It has to be on a par with the special factor the Galapagos had for me.
Aedin, Switzerland - 2022 -
Looking to swim in a remote stunning location away from it all? This is your trip!
Kateinka H, Netherlands - 2022 -
This new Canadian Wilderness trip is a must. Fresh water swimming at its best. The variety of swimming options, the serenity of the Canadian woodland that surrounds you, no boat traffic, superb accommodation and fabulously friendly locals. You will leave this trip refreshed, relaxed and back in balance. It is so worth it.
Aedin NC, 2022 -
Accommodation was log cabins complete with all mod cons. The dining experience was excellent. I fully recommend Swimtreks Canadian Experience. Like me you won't be disappointed.
WN, 2022 -
The Canadian Wilderness trip was absolutely fantastic. It was a pioneer (first run with guests) trip but everything was well planned out. The swims were gorgeous, the food delicious, and the accommodations excellent. I recommend it without reservation.
Joy, 2022
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