Yoga & Whitewater Retreat on the Nahatlatch River, BC

REO Rafting & Yoga Resort has been running on this stretch of the Nahatlatch since 1983, when Bryan Fogelman first scouted the river and decided it was the most fun and exciting run in British Columbia. What started as one man with a couple of rafts is now a family-run operation with staff from all over the world, offering a mix of yoga, adventure, and riverside glamping that you won't find at a standard retreat center.

Your days run on river time. Mornings start with yoga on one of the outdoor stages — you get up to nine sessions across the four days, with Hatha, Yin, Vinyasa, Restorative, and Meditation options so you can match the class to how you're feeling. The main stage sits at the river's edge, and a second one is perched above the rapids, so the soundtrack is moving water whether you're in downward dog or savasana.

Between sessions, there's a guided hike along the Nahatlatch Canyon, self-guided nature walks, a private beach, and nightly campfires where guests trade stories under the stars. Monday and Wednesday evenings come with a social hour — wine, appetizers, and craft cider — which is a nice way to meet the other people in your tent or across the fire.

Food is served on the covered dining deck overlooking the river. The kitchen turns out four chef-prepared meals through the day, with standard options including beef, chicken, and fish, plus seasonal local vegetables and — when it's running — locally harvested salmon. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free diets are covered with advance notice, and other requests can usually be accommodated.

The real draw here is the mix. You'll genuinely unplug — the nearest town is 17 km down a gravel road, and the only sounds at night are the river and the wind — but unlike a pure wellness retreat, you can also add adrenaline. Whitewater rafting is the signature add-on, and it's the same river that's been right outside your tent all week. For a calmer option, there's paddleboarding, kayaking, or a one-hour full-body massage.

What's included

- 4 days / 3 nights glamping accommodation at the river's edge - Up to 9 yoga sessions (Hatha, Yin, Vinyasa, Restorative, Meditation) - Guided canyon hike - 4 chef-prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) - Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day - Nightly campfire and hot tub access - Private beach access - Social hour with wine, appetizers, and craft cider (Mon/Wed nights) - Specialized workshops - Wifi connection - Parking - Free cancellation up to 72 hours before arrival

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights - Travel insurance - Whitewater rafting and other water activities - Massage treatments - Alcohol other than at the social hour