Mission

Experience Adventure, Embrace Nature

At Liquid Lifestyles, our mission is to provide unforgettable outdoor adventures that connect people with the natural beauty of Clearwater, BC. We are dedicated to offering safe, exhilarating, and environmentally responsible experiences that inspire a love for the great outdoors. Our passionate team of experts is committed to delivering exceptional service, ensuring that every guest leaves with cherished memories and a deeper appreciation for nature.

Meet Our Team

Our Expert Guides

Scott

Scott

Position: Owner/Guide
Number of Seasons at Liquid: 20+
Home: Clearwater BC

Cristian

Cristian

Position: Operations Manager/ Lead Guide/ Kayak Instructor
Number of Seasons at Liquid: 8
Nickname:Zeta
Home: Futaleufu, Chile
Fav Music:Rock
Fun Fact: I been guiding in many places in the world always seeking the same idea, to get the best day ever on the water
Years Guiding: 15
Fav place to guide: Canada
Fav part of guiding: Share the beauty of the rivers with my guests

Gareth Martin

Gareth Martin

Position: Assistant Operations Manager/ Lead Guide/ Kayak Instructor
Number of Seasons at Liquid: 2
Nickname: G
Home: Ottawa Valley, Ontario
Fav food: Eggs on toast
Fun Fact: Favourite colour is orange
Years Guiding: 11

Ava

Ava

Position: Guide
Number of Seasons at Liquid: 1
Home: Tsawwassen, BC
Fav food: Sushi
Fun Fact: I have an identical twin!
Years Guiding: 6 Years
Fav place to Paddle/travel: New Zealand and Ecuador
Fav part of guiding: Being on the river — where I feel most at home — while helping guests connect with it and experience something outside their everyday lives.
Socials: https://westerncanoekayak.com/blog/the-kaituna-river/
https://westerncanoekayak.com/blog/ecuador-people-places-and-rivers/

Josh

Josh

Position: Guide
Number of Seasons at Liquid: 1
Home: Calgary, Alberta
Fav food: Tacos
Fun Fact: I hate getting wet
Years Guiding: 4
Fav part of guiding: Sharing my stoke for the outdoors and seeing new rafters experience the river for the first time.

Regan

Regan

Position: Guide/ Kayak Instructor
Number of Seasons at Liquid: 2
Home: Saudi Arabia
Fav food: DQ Ice Cream
Fun Fact: Ask me about chimpanzees.
Fav part of guiding: Getting people wet!

Lisa

Lisa

Position: Guide
Number of Seasons at Liquid: 2
Home: Carinthia/Austria
Fav Music: Rock, Indie, Tribal, Rap,.....
Fav food: Palatschinken (Crêpes)
Fun Fact: I am a professional overthinker
Years Guiding: 4
Fav place to guide: Where ever the vibe is great and respectfull

Chris

Chris

Position: Guide
Number of Seasons at Liquid: 2
Home: Austria
Fav Music: Whale Sounds
Fav food: Schnitzl
Something Funny: My Personality
Years Guiding: 10
Fav place to guide: All around the world
Fav part of guiding: share the experience to be ones with the water and see happy face @ the end of the Trips
Socials: pichler_chrisi on Instragram

Samantha

Samantha

Position: Office Manager
Number of Seasons at Liquid: 1
Home: Ontario
Fav Music: Anything by Lorde
Fav food: I really cannot choose! (She LOVES coffee)
Fun Fact: I bake my own bread!
What you like to do for fun: Baking, biking, canoeing, reading, playing guitar
Fav place you've travelled: Jeju Island in South Korea
What is your dream job: Environmental Education

Odin

Odin

Position: Team therapist
Number of Seasons at Liquid: 3
Nickname: Odi
Home: Clearwater BC
Fav Music: The sound of my people telling me I am a Good Boy!
Fav food: Treats of all kinds
Fun Fact: I love quiet walks in the forest and swims in the river with my people
Socials: #BestDog

Story

Born from Passion for Adventure

At Liquid Lifestyles, we’re a small, locally owned and operated team dedicated to creating unforgettable river adventures in the heart of Clearwater, British Columbia. For over 20 years, we’ve specialized in delivering safe, exciting experiences for adventurers of all levels, from adrenaline-pumping whitewater rafting and tandem rafting trips to scenic floats and expert kayaking instruction. Our team of passionate, highly experienced guides are the heart of everything we do. Certified in rafting, kayaking, first aid, and swift water rescue, they ensure your fun and safety are always the top priority. Their expertise, combined with the stunning backdrop of the Clearwater River and Wells Gray Provincial Park, creates a world-class playground for every outdoor enthusiast.

Why choose us?

World-class, Expert Guides

Our skilled guides ensure your safety while delivering an unforgettable, fun, and educational whitewater experience.

Our skilled guides ensure your safety while delivering an unforgettable, fun, and educational whitewater experience.

Personalized Adventures

With small group sizes, we tailor each trip to match your preferences, from adrenaline-pumping rapids to relaxing family floats. This personalized approach ensures a unique and memorable experience for every guest.

With small group sizes, we tailor each trip to match your preferences, from adrenaline-pumping rapids to relaxing family floats. This personalized approach ensures a unique and memorable experience for every guest.

Stunning Locations

Our trips offer access to some of BC’s most breathtaking rivers and landscapes. Surrounded by pristine nature, you’ll enjoy stunning views, cascading waterfalls, and the occasional wildlife sighting.

Our trips offer access to some of BC’s most breathtaking rivers and landscapes. Surrounded by pristine nature, you’ll enjoy stunning views, cascading waterfalls, and the occasional wildlife sighting.

Location

Discover Clearwater's Natural Beauty Clearwater, BC

Nestled in the scenic town of Clearwater, BC, Liquid Lifestyles is your gateway to the natural wonders of Wells Gray Provincial Park. Surrounded by majestic waterfalls, lush forests, and abundant wildlife, our location offers the perfect blend of thrilling adventures and serene escapes. Discover the beauty and excitement of Clearwater with us!

Frequently asked questions

Most frequent questions and answers

As little as possible. A swimsuit and a towel is all that is required (we recommend wearing a swimsuit underneath your clothing when you arrive). We will provide you with all the gear you will need such as wetsuits, helmets, splash tops and shoes. If you have your own shoes that you don’t mind getting wet it is a good idea to bring them along but please make sure they are closed toe and lace up, like a runner.

Yes…and no. We do have a select amount of helmets that have GoPro mounts, but you will need to bring the clip piece that attaches to the camera and locks into the mount. We do not recommend taking cameras as many have been swallowed by the river gods in the past! Our staff will be perched riverside to capture your memories so you can enjoy the moment.

Our office is located at 440 Eden Road (between the Wells Gray Information Center and the Dairy Queen). Each trip departs from our office and returns back to our office via one of our shuttle vans.

There is no particular age but, typically ages 5 and up for Family Friendly and 10 and up for regular rafting. Because your child’s safety is our top priority, all trips are subject to the guides discretion. Many factors will influence the guides decision such as current river levels, your child’s weight and height, and how comfortable your child is in the water. Your child may be required to portage certain rapids but we do our best to minimize those portages and have your child back on the boat as quickly as possible.

You do not need to know how to swim but it is good for the guides to know who is more confident in the water. Please let your guide know upon arrival if you are unable to swim and they will take extra care when providing the safety instructions. You will have a life jacket on at all times.

All shapes, sizes, ages and fitness levels are welcome. However, if you have serious back injuries then we do not recommend whitewater rafting as there are rough roads and a lot of bouncing around that could be problematic.

Please alert your guides to any pre-existing injuries or areas that are sensitive and they will advise you accordingly.

At any point you can opt out if you are feeling unsafe and the staff will get you back to the base as soon as they are able.

Your safety is our top priority. As the river levels fluctuate strict guidelines are followed and dictate our rafting availability. If the water level rises past our safety points we will not run certain sections of the river and your trip may be modified. We do have a period we stay blocked until the mountain snow has melted in early to mid June (but fluctuates with each season).If a trip is cancelled by us a full refund will be provided.

Although we can not promise that a flip or swim will not happen it is a rare occurrence. Our Guides take every measure to provide you with a safe yet enjoyable trip. It is important to listen to and follow your guides instruction.

Class 1: Calm, flat water
Class 2: Gentle, splashy waves
Class 3: Larger, exciting waves but easily navigable
Class 4: Intense whitewater with technical navigation
Class 5: Extreme, powerful rapids (not commercially rafted)
Class 6: Unrunnable rapids

Yes, but we highly recommend bringing a strap to help prevent losing them. If you do not need to wear them then we suggest leaving them or wearing contact lenses.

Absolutely! We have plenty of parking for oversized vehicles.

We aim to be able to offer rafting to everyone. That being said, there are some restrictions. Please let us know ahead of time and we will do everything we can to accommodate you and make you feel comfortable during your trip with us.

We sure do! Large groups are so much fun for us. We have scaled pricing for private functions to tour operators. Get in touch with us to get a quote and book in your group trip.

We take bookings until we depart if there is room on the rafts. The earlier you book the better guarantee for a spot but you can always take your chances and walk in the same day!

Embark on Your Adventure.

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