Discover the Pacific Northwest’s newest outdoor adventure

Experience the thrill of waterfall rappelling

Custom itineraries to fit your experience and interests

Get ready for an adventure of a lifetime! The sport of canyoneering is quickly taking off in the verdant, rugged and wet canyons of the Pacific Northwest. It’s not hard to see why – the thrill and exhilaration of rappelling under a waterfall is unmatched. These natural obstacle courses provide plenty of unique and fun challenges to overcome, which may include hiking, scrambling, wading, swimming and rappelling. Canyoneering may sound challenging, but with the support and guidance of a professional guide, canyoneering is a family-friendly adventure.

From $349 per person | 8 hours | Snacks included

Trip Details

Price

From $349 per person*

*Minimum day rate of $698 for solo travelers if not joining another group


Departure time

8 AM


Meeting point

Meeting location will be provided in your pre-trip information packet.
We’ll meet outside of Seattle, Washington. Typically it’s a 30 to 60-minute drive, but we’ll let you know with plenty of time in advance.


Availability

July through September.


Duration

Full day (8 hours)


Group size

2-6

If you have more than 8 people in your group, contact us about doing a private tour.


Experience level

No previous experience required

This trip is suitable for beginners of all ages who enjoy an active, adventurous, and educational outdoor experience. Adult participants should be able to carry a pack weighing 10-20 pounds.


Difficulty rating

2-3

Level 1
  • Activity:
    • Hiking: Easy hiking on well maintained trails
    • Canyoneering: Easy hiking and scrambling using hands and feet for balance and support A rope may be used for handlines, belays, rappels and lowering packs
  • Distances: Hike up to 2 miles
  • Surfaces: Easy terrain
  • Elevation Change: Little to none. Short sections of uphill travel.
Level 2
  • Activity:
    • Hiking: Easy to moderate hiking
    • Canyoneering: Easy to moderate hiking and scrambling using hands and feet for balance and support. A rope may be used for handlines, belays, rappels and lowering packs.
  • Distances: Hike up to 3 miles
  • Surfaces: Flat or rolling terrain with some steep ascents/descents and uneven trails
  • Elevation Change: Up to 600 ft/day
Level 3
  • Activity:
    • Hiking: Moderate, off-trail hiking on rugged trails
    • Canyoneering: Moderate, sustained, climbing and scrambling using hands and feet. A rope is required for handlines, belays, rappels and lowering packs
  • Distances: Hike up to 6 miles
  • Surfaces: Rolling or mountainous terrain with some steep ascents/descents and uneven trails
  • Elevation Change: Up to 1200 ft/day
Level 4
  • Activity:
    • Hiking: Difficult, off-trail hiking on rugged, technical terrain
    • Canyoneering: Difficult, sustained, climbing and scrambling using hands and feet. A rope is required for handlines, belays, rappels and lowering packs.
  • Distances: Hike up to 10 miles
  • Surfaces: Rugged, exposed terrain with steep ascents/descents and uneven trails
  • Elevation Change: Up to 3000 ft/day
Level 5
  • Activity:
    • Hiking: Very difficult, off-trail hiking on rugged, technical terrain
    • Canyoneering: Very difficult, sustained, climbing and scrambling using hands and feet. A rope may be used for handlines, belays, rappels and lowering packs. May require advanced canyoneering techniques including guided rappels, multi-pitch rappels, complex ropework difficult pothole escapes, and advanced problem-solving and anchor building.
  • Distances: Hike up to 14 miles
  • Surfaces: Extremely rugged, exposed terrain with steep ascents/descents and uneven trails
  • Elevation Change: Up to 4000 ft/day

Solitude rating

4-5

  1. Expect to be around other hikers and travelers most of the time.
  2. Expect to have some solitude, as much as an hour at a time without seeing other groups.
  3. Expect several hours of solitude at a time.
  4. Expect to see no more than one or two groups on your trip.
  5. Expect to see no other hikers or travelers on your trip.

Included

  • Experienced and professional guides
  • Canyoneering equipment
  • Canyoneering and rappelling instruction
  • Snacks and refreshments
  • Federal land permit fees
  • Safety equipment, including a team first-aid kit and satellite messenger
  • A commitment to make the tour as exciting, challenging, and informative as you’d like

Not included

  • Travel Insurance
  • Transportation to trailhead
  • Gratuities or tips for instructors and guides

What to bring

  • Layered clothing
  • Comfortable, sturdy footwear
  • Sun protection
  • Small backpack
  • Water bottles or bladder
  • Headlamp or flashlight

A full packing list will be provided upon booking.

What Lies Ahead of You

Experience beautiful, seldom-visited landscapes of Washington’s wild side

Learn about the area’s history and geology from your welcoming guide

Learn about rappelling and test your limits with the support of a professional guide

Enjoy an energizing lunch and refreshments served with a magnificent alpine view


Explore the Dramatic North Cascades Mountain Range

A journey to the North Cascades mountains with Get In The Wild is a journey into soaring alpine peaks and mystifying solitude. Take a trip through charming foothills past cascading waterfalls and remote glaciers that span an area of 684,000 acres and find yourself at the pinnacle with views that only Mother Nature could provide.

The North Cascades mountains are the premier destination for alpine canyoneering in North America. Glimpse at our example itineraries below for tried and tested canyoneering adventures in a setting you won’t forget anytime soon.

Itinerary

We begin our adventure with a warm welcome from your experienced guide who will provide a brief overview of the canyoneering itinerary for the day. Characterized by jagged peaks, cascading waterfalls and wild and remote glaciers, the North Cascades offers some of the finest alpine canyoneering on the planet.

We’ll do a final check of gear and provisions and caravan by vehicle to the trailhead. Once there, we’ll have a short safety discussion and practice session before setting out on the day’s adventure.

Frequently Asked Questions

No. This particular adventure is designed for beginners. We’ll teach you the ropes at the beginning, and then let you put into practice all your new skills.

Wear clothes you can move in and don’t mind if they get “worn-in” by the canyons. Make sure to bring enough layers in case of cool temperatures. For your feet, comfortable medium-weight hiking shoes or boots work best. You definitely need closed-toed shoes (no Chacos!) that you’ve worn before and broken in well.

Entrance fees and snacks are included in the price.

We are happy to include healthy, nutritious and delicious snacks on all of our outings. We typically bring a nut mix and dried fruit along with us. We welcome you to bring some snacks of your own if you’ve got something specific you’d like.

Please note: we are happy to accommodate vegetarian, vegan, kosher, and gluten-free diets—just get in touch with us, and we’ll chat about your needs!

There is usually little to no signal where we tour. It’s the perfect time to unplug and truly enjoy nature! If you need to stay connected for a specific reason, please get in touch with us and we’ll work together to get it sorted.

Have more questions? Head to our FAQ page to read more!

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