a true reverence for nature

We partner with Chilcotin Holidays to provide you with a life altering experience in the true spirit of the west.

"At Chilcotin Holidays, we value:

• Long-term stewardship of the land over short-sighted goals
• Learning, growth, and personal development over perfection
• Authentic, life-changing wilderness experiences over common, predictable tours

As we strive to live out these core values in every facet of our company, we also draw upon some basic tenets, which have been inspired by and proven in true wilderness.

Nature is meant to be experienced, not viewed from a distance

To really understand and connect with nature, you can't view it from afar or keep it at arm's length. You have to be part of it. That's why invite our guests to participate throughout every step of their wilderness experience. We believe that this kind of active, engaged approach is what ultimately brings you closer to the very heart of nature.

To dilute nature is to diminish it.

We believe the true majesty of the wilderness is not found in the isolation of its qualities but in the fullness of its identity. That's why we focus creating authentic wilderness experiences that deliver real nature in real ways. We do this by removing barriers between you and nature, and refusing to diminish the things that make the wilderness truly wild. That means there will be dirt and unpredictable conditions. And while these qualities of nature require greater effort and character than the scenic mountaintop views, we wouldn't dare remove these traits. We have too much respect for the wilderness and the change it inspires to erase even the smallest detail."

is this trip for you

At Intrepid Heart Adventures we are committed to designing adventures that are as accessible and achievable as possible for all participants, regardless of age or physical limitations.

On our pack horse trip we ride into the mountains on trusty and resilient Mountain Cayuse horses. Although these amazing horses are truly hardy and tireless, out of consideration and respect for their endurance, we do place a weight restriction of 180lbs on all participants.

Please give consideration to your readiness to participate on this trip which may require mounting and dismounting your horse on uneven terrain, leading your horse up or down steep slopes, as well as being in the saddle up to 4 or 5 hours a day.

On this adventure you may also find yourself sleeping in cabins, tents, or on the ground under the stars.

If you identify any limitations which may impact your ability to successfully participate in this trip, please consider joining one of our other adventures.