WHO WE ARE
A New Standard in Outdoor Experiences
Tunnel49 is your go-to tour company for the best outdoor thrills In Fernie, British Columbia. We offer everything from winter sports, mountain biking, hiking, and so much more!
At Tunnel49 we are passionate about what we do every day and our knowledgeable staff can’t wait to share their enthusiasm for the outdoors with you!

Choose your water adventure with Tunnel49!

Rafting FAQS
Absolutely! Our expert guides will have you trained up before we even push off!
May-June is High water! This is the most exciting time to book an Elk Canyon trip if its in runnable flow, and your opportunity to get on the scenic Bull River before it gets too low!
You will almost certainly get wet. It is possible to keep some things dry on our float trip, but we still recommend dressing to get wet!
We have an alternate meeting point at the Hwy 3/93 Junction so you don’t have to drive all the way to Fernie and back! Mention this in your booking and we will arrange your gear and pick you up!
All of our guests wear an approved PFD or “Lifejacket” that will float you should you fall out of the boat. You’ll also receive instructions from our guides before pushing off on how to react and self rescue if you find yourself outside the raft!
Your most challenging part of the day is the hike down the canyon to our put in. It is 500 vertical feet in just under a kilometre. There is a staircase installed for much of the trail to make the descent easier, but bringing your own weathered hiking shoes or sneakers that you don’t mind getting wet in the river will make it even easier! If you think you handle a short hike to the canyon floor at the start of the day, you will have no trouble on your experience!
For a full day adventure, swimwear, sunscreen, water bottle that can be clipped into the raft, sunglasses (preferably with a keeper strap), towel, and a change of clothes (and shoes) for the end of the trip. Feel free to bring snacks for the bus ride to and from the river, but your on river food will be provided! For a chillier day in the spring or fall, bring an extra fuzzy jacket for the end of day when you get your wetsuit off!
We don’t recommend bringing any electronics, especially ones you don’t want to lose in the river! This applies to jewelry/watches as well.
Our guides love to know that they did a great job out there, and will appreciate a gratuity after your trip!
Tunnel49 is proud to hold permits for the Kootenay river and its tributaries since 1995! We are licensed through the BC Raft Outfitters Association which helps us access and protect these beautiful areas that may otherwise be inaccessible to most members of the public!
Youth rate ranges up to 16 years old.


TURNING VACATIONS INTO ADVENTURES
Unforgetable Experiences
Prepare to be blown away by our thrilling activities set within British Columbia’s natural beauty- there are no dull moments with Tunnel49!
Expert Guides
Specially trained and full of knowledge, our guides can’t wait to take you on an adventure.
Hassle-Free Adventure
We take care of every detail (even the little ones!) so all you have to do is show up.
Let's find your next adventure
River Floating
White Water Rafting
Paddle Boarding
Kayaking

Travel FAQS
If you notify the staff with enough time and a driver has not yet left we are able to reschedule your pick-up from another day (YYC) or later time (YXC).
It is recommended that you get travellers insurance to cover the cost of cancelled flights that result in missed shuttles. We will do our best to reschedule. However, if a driver is sent out and we aren’t notified in time this will result in a loss of funds.
Baggage allowance per passenger: Two checked-on-sized bags and 1 carry-on. Any further baggage will incur a cost of $20. Skis and snowboards must be in ski/snowboard bags.
Cancellations can be received at any time. If cancelled 72 hours or more from the scheduled pick-up time a $50 + GST administrative fee will apply. Cancellations received within 72 hours are non-refundable.
Speak with one of our staff if you need more information on how long it takes to get to the airports. We always suggest giving yourself more time.
Our drivers undergo multiple tests through the BC insurance program ICBC. Once they hold the valid class licence they do training days with our company before they are able to drive alone with passengers.
Weather and road conditions are a big factor in a Canadian Winter. We will do our best to get everyone to their destination safely. Allow for extra travel time and have cancellation or trip insurance. Tunnel49 is not responsible for any missed flights due to road conditions.
We run the Calgary and Cranbrook shuttles daily, as long as there are 3 or more people in each shuttle. If you are the only 1 or 2 people travelling, we can offer the taxi services.
- For Calgary connections we depart Fernie at 8 AM (MST) and leave Calgary back to Fernie at 1 PM.
- For Cranbrook connections we are more flexible with times as it is only an hour’s drive from Fernie. We offer morning, afternoon and evening rides.
- Pincher Creek, Lethbridge, and Kalispell operate on an as-needed basis.
Please email info@t49.ca or call 250 423 50008 and one of our trusted advisors will assist you.
You will be charged in Canadian dollars unless there has been a previous conversation.
There are no washrooms. If you need to urgently stop please speak with your driver and they will pull over at the next available location.
We currently have the flexibility to be picking up and dropping off at any location within Fernie city limits. However, this is subject to change in accordance with how busy the service is. (We will update this section when that happens).
No, sorry, we don’t allow pets in Tunnel49 vehicles.
A waiver is a legal document where one party voluntarily gives up certain rights or claims against another party. The person signing the waiver acknowledges the risks involved and agrees not to hold the other party responsible for any injuries or damages. Tunnel49 waivers also entail the release of the photos and videos of the whitewater trip. They also need to be fully understood and signed before going on your adventure.

EXCELLENT Based on 134 reviews Skylar Hennigar 2024-09-17 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing Staff/ Food and epic whitewater. We went on a student trip here and the company even picked us up from the College making transportation super easy. COTR will be back next year for another adventure! Tim Quirk 2024-09-10 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Vacationed up to Fernie with a group of 6 and decided to do a day on the river. Tunnel 49 did an incredible job guiding us for the day. If you're lucky enough to have Jordan on the raft with your group, he was extremely knowledgable about the area/wildlife, and never once did we feel unsafe with him guiding our raft. Have to give credit to Josh for taking great pictures of our trip. Both Jordan and Josh were super easy to get along with and were a great addition to our group for the day. Will be using this company again in the future if we ever make it back to Fernie for a summer vacation. Mira Wirzba 2024-09-04 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Helped us out so much when we were in a pinch with our truck and trailer! They were so kind, helpful, and thorough. Amazing staff and service and even gave our furry friend a little treat! Couldn’t recommend enough!! Jacquie 2024-09-03 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My husband and I chose Tunnel 49 for our first whitewater rafting experience, and we couldn’t recommend them more. We rode in the mammoth raft, which we feel was definitely worth the extra cost (the other “normal” raft didn’t seem to get nearly as much bounce and splash as ours). The crew for the day was Mark, Jamie, Josh, and Alisha, and they were all extremely professional but still a ton of fun. Jamie was in the mammoth raft with us, and was fantastic at calming my anxiety and accommodating my bad shoulder. The walk down to the put-in is steep and long, but we felt adequately prepared by the info on the website. The lunch was amazing, and exceeded expectations. We are now hooked on whitewater rafting and can’t wait to go again. We are already planning our next trip to Fernie and another mammoth ride with Tunnel 49 is on our must-do list! Derick Berry 2024-08-31 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Brice , Jen and their amazing team have gone above and beyond to take care of our company and personal vehicles. We highly recommend bringing your vehicles to this great shop. Thank you, Tunnel 49 for all the great service and much more to come Garima Acharya 2024-08-29 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our Bayleaf team had an exceptional time in Fernie! The entire experience was elevated by the amazing and helpful staff, who went above and beyond to ensure we had a memorable trip. As this was my rafting for the first time, I was thrilled by the experience and thoroughly enjoyed the vibrant atmosphere. I highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for an adventure. Liz Johnston Hill 2024-08-29 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A huge thank you to Tunnel49 and their most excellent team! Our family of four adults had the BEST DAY paddling the super fun waters of the gorgeous Elk River. Our guide Jordan went above and beyond to support us and make our experience extra special. His knowledge of the waters, and all the surrounding geology, flora and fauna was impressive. Such a wonderful day that we will never forget! We 100% recommend Tunnel49!! Prentice Levesque 2024-08-22 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing experience with friendly and informative guides. Great family and/or friend group experience, welcomes first time and experienced rafters definitely recommend! Includes lunch, gear, (optional) cliff jumping, and unforgettable memories!! tori braid 2024-08-22 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. amazing! was a great day! had funny and knowledgeable guides, felt safe, transportation was safe and convenient, had great gear, was provided lunch, snacks, and water! was an all day activity and definitely is something to check off ur fernie bucket list! for a first time white water rafter, it was an amazing experience and i would def go again! D c 2024-08-21 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I wanted to take a moment to give a big five-star shoutout to Jorden and the entire team! Your outstanding service and dedication made our experience unforgettable. We truly appreciate all your hard work and can't thank you enough.
Looking forward to our next adventure with you!
EXCELLENT
Based on 134 reviews
Skylar Hennigar
2024-09-17
Amazing Staff/ Food and epic whitewater. We went on a student trip here and the company even picked us up from the College making transportation super easy. COTR will be back next year for another adventure!
Tim Quirk
2024-09-10
Vacationed up to Fernie with a group of 6 and decided to do a day on the river. Tunnel 49 did an incredible job guiding us for the day. If you're lucky enough to have Jordan on the raft with your group, he was extremely knowledgable about the area/wildlife, and never once did we feel unsafe with him guiding our raft. Have to give credit to Josh for taking great pictures of our trip. Both Jordan and Josh were super easy to get along with and were a great addition to our group for the day. Will be using this company again in the future if we ever make it back to Fernie for a summer vacation.
Mira Wirzba
2024-09-04
Helped us out so much when we were in a pinch with our truck and trailer! They were so kind, helpful, and thorough. Amazing staff and service and even gave our furry friend a little treat! Couldn’t recommend enough!!
Jacquie
2024-09-03
My husband and I chose Tunnel 49 for our first whitewater rafting experience, and we couldn’t recommend them more. We rode in the mammoth raft, which we feel was definitely worth the extra cost (the other “normal” raft didn’t seem to get nearly as much bounce and splash as ours). The crew for the day was Mark, Jamie, Josh, and Alisha, and they were all extremely professional but still a ton of fun. Jamie was in the mammoth raft with us, and was fantastic at calming my anxiety and accommodating my bad shoulder. The walk down to the put-in is steep and long, but we felt adequately prepared by the info on the website. The lunch was amazing, and exceeded expectations. We are now hooked on whitewater rafting and can’t wait to go again. We are already planning our next trip to Fernie and another mammoth ride with Tunnel 49 is on our must-do list!
Derick Berry
2024-08-31
Brice , Jen and their amazing team have gone above and beyond to take care of our company and personal vehicles. We highly recommend bringing your vehicles to this great shop. Thank you, Tunnel 49 for all the great service and much more to come
Garima Acharya
2024-08-29
Our Bayleaf team had an exceptional time in Fernie! The entire experience was elevated by the amazing and helpful staff, who went above and beyond to ensure we had a memorable trip. As this was my rafting for the first time, I was thrilled by the experience and thoroughly enjoyed the vibrant atmosphere. I highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for an adventure.
Liz Johnston Hill
2024-08-29
A huge thank you to Tunnel49 and their most excellent team! Our family of four adults had the BEST DAY paddling the super fun waters of the gorgeous Elk River. Our guide Jordan went above and beyond to support us and make our experience extra special. His knowledge of the waters, and all the surrounding geology, flora and fauna was impressive. Such a wonderful day that we will never forget! We 100% recommend Tunnel49!!
Prentice Levesque
2024-08-22
Amazing experience with friendly and informative guides. Great family and/or friend group experience, welcomes first time and experienced rafters definitely recommend! Includes lunch, gear, (optional) cliff jumping, and unforgettable memories!!
tori braid
2024-08-22
amazing! was a great day! had funny and knowledgeable guides, felt safe, transportation was safe and convenient, had great gear, was provided lunch, snacks, and water! was an all day activity and definitely is something to check off ur fernie bucket list! for a first time white water rafter, it was an amazing experience and i would def go again!
D c
2024-08-21
I wanted to take a moment to give a big five-star shoutout to Jorden and the entire team! Your outstanding service and dedication made our experience unforgettable. We truly appreciate all your hard work and can't thank you enough.
Looking forward to our next adventure with you!