This sea kayak tour spanning Lake Superior Provincial Park is the last leg of the Pan-Superior, 500 km expedition (minimal outfitting), and is designed for the experienced sea kayaker with a taste for adventure.

Most of this sea kayak adventure takes place along the rugged coastal waters of Lake Superior Provincial Park, spanning over 100 km of undeveloped coastline of crystal clear water, bordered by striking pink granite or dark volcanic rock. We travel through time passing by the eroded roots of the oldest mountains on earth. Moose and caribou occasionally emerge from the dense northern forest to wander the beaches and coves.

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Itinerary

We meet at Voyageurs' Lodge at 9:00 am (60 km north of Sault Ste. Marie) where we shuttle you to trip starting point ( one hr drive).

• Day 1: At Voyageurs' Lodge we review safety procedures, practice on-water rescues, then load the van for a scenic one hour drive to our put-in at Coldwater Creek on Agawa Bay. Then paddle north to Baldhead River to view the falls and go for a swim in the deep pools. We continue to Beaty Cove to set up camp.
• Day 2: Beaty Cove to Warp Bay. We have lunch at Rhyolite Cove, formed from a unique red volcanic rock, then continue past the spectacular cliff face on Devil's Warehouse Island to our camp at Warp Bay
• Day 3: Warp Bay to Chalifant Cove. We paddle through the lava flows of Gargantua, past Devil's Chair, to the protected Chalifant Cove
• Day 4: A relaxing day, at Chalifant Cove, we base camp here another day. We take a day to explore Chalifant Cove, Squaw Island and Indian harbour
• Day 5: Chalifant Cove to Redrock River, and then to Till Creek. The large expansive beach at the Redrock River is a remote area. A great place for a long break to swim in the clear water, or relax to the sound of the rolling surf. We continue on past the steep Cape Chailon section to make camp near Till Creek falls.
• Day 6: Till Creek to Brule Hrbr. After a morning hike to the falls we paddle past Old Woman Bay, one of the most spectacular cliffs on Lake Superior. We continue on to Brule Harbour, explore the quite bays, and camp at Smokey Point.
• Day 7: Smokey Point to Michipicoten River Harbour by 1:00 p.m. where you will be shuttled to Voyageurs' Lodge by 5:00 p.m., to end our guided sea kayak adventure trip in northern Ontario.

EQUIPMENT YOU SUPPLY FOR WILDERNESS CAMPING TRIPS

Clothing: It may appear from the following list that you will be preparing for an arctic adventure! However, these clothes should keep you comfortable under poor weather conditions. Minimum of: warm jacket (i.e., for fall conditions) or windbreaker with pile/fleece (e.g. Polartec) liner or wool sweater, two long-sleeved shirts, two t-shirts (one of each for day-trips), two pairs of warm wool or synthetic socks, one pair of pants, shorts, swim suit, undergarments, rain suit, small towel.

Paddling gear: Cap, sun glasses, paddling jacket (synthetic windbreaker or rain-suit preferably with elasticized cuffs), short pants of synthetic material, neoprene booties or water sandals (e.g. Tevas) or running shoes, synthetic long underwear (top and bottom), plastic water bottle, head strap for glasses. Wet or dry-suit where water temperature falls below 55 F. Optional: Hand-held sighting compass

Note: Paddling clothes should be synthetic, or with minimal cotton.

Personal Gear: Sleeping bag, sunscreen, chap stick, bug dope, toilet paper, matches or lighter, small flashlight or headlamp, toothpaste, soap, etc. water bottle

Camping Gear:  tent, sleeping pad, cookery, cookstove, sleeping bag.

Meals: cookstoves, cookery, all meals

Kayak and Accessories: fully equipped sea kayaks, including: sponge, paddle and spare, boat pump, whistle, spray skirt, poggies or neoprene gloves, personal flotation device (lifejacket)

Other:  Clothing and food will be stowed in sealed bulkhead compartments, but you must also store clothes in waterproof bags. Many small bags are better than a few large bags. A package of freezer grade, large ziplok bags (10.5 in x 11 in) are excellent for most clothing (bring an extra package in case some rip. We provide two large dry bags for your sleeping bag and bulky clothing, and smaller dry bags as required.

EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES SUPPLIED BY CARIBOU EXPEDITIONS

Outfitting If you require outfitting, we can supply kayaks, wet suits, and camping equipment (at 40% off the full daily rate).

Meals: NOT PROVIDED. However, particularly for those who arrive by air, we can purchase and pre-package your meals for you. Just sent us your food list and we will purchase and have it ready for you.

Safety Equipment: First aid kit, marine radio, satellite or cell phone, compass, tow lines, 19 ft. shelter tarp., water filter

Instruction: Packing the kayak, advanced paddle strokes, rescues

Experienced Guide:
One guide per six clients. Your guides are experienced sea kayakers with training from the B.C.U. (British Canoe Union), C.P.R. and Wilderness First Aid. As well, your guides are experienced outdoors people who will help identify and interpret the flora, fauna and geology around you.

Transportation, Permits: return transport from Voyageuers Lodge to put-in, back-country permits, and all camping fees