Multi Day Guided Hiking
Explore the South Chilcotin Mountains in the most intimate way
The Experience
Step deeper into the wild on our Multi Day Guided Hiking Tours. Choose from 2, 3, 4, and Extended Day Tours.
Begin your adventure by hiking into the park, or opt to fly into a remote alpine lake. Your guide will uncover the magic of the South Chilcotins as you hike past glacier fed lakes, through grasslands and alpine meadows, and on longer hikes, over remote mountain passes, sub alpine meadows, creek crossings and alpine lakes. Travel relatively lightly on this unique “hut to hut” guided hiking experience, as you stay in our comfortable, well equipped and hosted backcountry camps - you’ll only need to carry your personal belongings with you!
Expect to hike for 4-7 hours per day as you travel from cabin-to-cabin throughout the incredible region. Keep an eye out for wildlife and learn about local flora and the history of the region and Tyax Adventures.
It’s a great idea to spend a night or two in the area before/after joining us for a trip. Our base (and where you will start your trip) is located at Tyax Lodge.
Tours
All tours have a 3 person tour minimum requirement
2 Day Hiking Tour
Hiking or flight start from Tyax Adventures Base
Price: $725 (hike start) or $1,060 (flight start) per person
Hike Type: Multi-use and historic backcountry trails
Duration: 2 Days, 1 Night
Daily Distance: ~20kms
Daily Hike Time: 4-7 hours
Fitness Rating: Level 2-3
Dates: Choose your own dates.
3 Day Hiking Tour
Hiking or flight start from Tyax Adventures Base
Price: $1,215 (hike start) or $1,585 (flight start) per person
Hike Type: Multi-use, remote and historic backcountry trails
Duration: 3 Days, 2 Nights
Daily Distance: ~15-20kms
Daily Hike Time: 5-7 hours
Fitness Rating: Level 2 or 3
Dates: Choose your own dates.
4 Day Hiking Tour
Hiking or flight start from Tyax Adventures Base
Price: $1,705 (hike start) or $2,105 (flight start) per person
Hike Type: Multi-use, remote and historic backcountry trails
Duration: 4 Days, 3 Nights
Daily Distance: ~15-20kms
Daily Hike Time: 5-7 hours
Fitness Rating: Level 2 or 3
Dates: Choose your own dates.
Extended Hiking Tour
Hiking start from Tyax Adventures Base
Price: $2,200 (5 Day), $2,690 (6 Day), $3,180 (7 Day)
Hike Type: Multi-use, remote and historic backcountry trails
Duration: Variable
Daily Distance: ~15-20kms
Daily Hike Time: 4-7 hours
Fitness Rating: Level 3
Dates: Choose your own dates.
All prices are subject to taxes + booking fees.
Mixed Group Availabilities
Travelling alone or a with a smaller group? The below dates are currently available to join other guests!
Don’t see any dates here? Ask our staff about starting a trip!
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Tour includes:
Your choice of a scenic floatplane flight to an Alpine lake to start your tour (floatplane departure from our Tyax Adventures base, on Tyaughton Lake) OR hike into the Chilcotin Park from the Tyax Adventures base with your guide.
An experienced hiking guide to guide you through the backcountry trails on your wilderness hiking experience.
A delicious packed lunch from 1st day to last day. Includes Sandwich, piece of fruit and slice/muesli bar and/or baked energy snack (let us know if you have any allergies/dietary requirements as we’re happy to cater for these).Feel free to being any extra trail side snacks if there is anything in particular you like to carry on your hikes.
A healthy, hearty and delicious dinner on nights 1–6 and Breakfast on days 2–7. These are freshly prepared by our backcountry camp hosts (let us know if you have any allergies,/dietary requirements as we’re happy to cater for these).
6 nights double occupancy accommodation in our backcountry camps (see below for details on our backcountry camps)
Unbeatable mountain vistas and stories for a lifetime.
What’s included when staying at our Backcountry camps:
A camp host to set up and maintain camp.
A cozy bed in a dual occupancy canvas walled tent (2 people per tent typically)
Three meals a day when in the mountains. Includes a hot breakfast and dinner prepared by the host, and self prepared and packed lunches for on the trails. A packed lunch prepared by Tyax Adventures is also included on your first day.
Filtered water to fill your hydration packs and bottles.
Sleeping bags, sleeping pad/mattresses, and pillows.
Fleece jackets to help keep you warm in the evenings.
Crocs footwear to wear while in and around camp.
Outdoor hot showers with soap.
An outdoor pit toilet that is basic in nature but fully stocked
If ordered and paid for in advance – beer, wine and/or cider. Alcohol must be pre-ordered at least 30 days in advance and will be waiting for you at your desired camp location.
The opportunity to dry out wet clothes and/or shoes, with a wood fired stove (this means you can travel even lighter!)
At Eldorado Cabin, take advantage of our wood fired sauna to help relax tired trail muscles.
At Spruce Camp only, take advantage of our 3 fishing boats to head out onto the lake for some of the best fishing in the park. A fishing licence is mandatory.
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See our Multi Day Guided MTB Tour Packing List here. For more information, don't forget to check out the FAQ page!
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See our Find Your Skill Level Info Here.
Hiking – Fitness Level
Level 1:
You exercise weekly and are reasonably fit. You could hike at a comfortable pace for 3 – 4 hours including hiking through some hilly terrainLevel 2:
You exercise 2 or 3 times a week with a focus on fitness. You could hike up to 6 hours a day at a moderate pace, including 1.5/3 hours of hilly and at times steep mountainous terrain ( for multiple days )Level 3:
You exercise 3 or 4 times a week and are very fit. You could hike up 8-10 hours a day at a good pace, including 2+ hours of hilly and at times steep mountainous terrain at a time (for multiple days). -
Please ensure you read our full Booking and Cancellation Policy before making a reservation.
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FAQs
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Yes, so come prepared to do so with a suitably sized backpack-recommend 20 litre pack as a minimum.
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Yes. You must have a good amount of experience hiking for a total of 4 plus hours over a single day, and a good base level of fitness.
It is recommended that you complete some longer hikes wearing a backpack prior to visiting us, if you typically hike without one.
You should be comfortable hiking rolling and uneven trails, uphill for anywhere between 15 minutes to 1 hour, and be able to descend sections of trail that can be soft and sandy.
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The trails are considered backcountry and remote in nature.
You can expect a mixture of the following:
Rolling single track terrain made up of some ups and downs, combined with some flatter sections of trail – sandy in nature the closer you get to the valley
Occasional short to long up hills that require a good base level of fitness
Some short sections of single track that can be a little off camber and/or slightly exposed
The usual trail hazards, such as roots and rocks
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Dress accordingly, and consider the current and expected weather.
Sturdy and comfortable hiking specific footwear is recommended, something with good ankle support. It is a good idea to wear brand new shoes on some hikes before visiting us.
Wear a light and breathable short or long sleeve top, active shorts or full-length hiking pants and a hat at a minimum.
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