Overview
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6 hours
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This group adventure is the perfect way to sample canoe tripping, without camping overnight. There is challenging paddling (8-16km), tranquil drifting, portaging (600m), hiking (1.5km), cliff jumping (if you want), swimming, a scenic lookout, historic landmarks, wild edibles (in season), spectacular landscapes and wildlife observation (usually birds, butterflies, turtles & small mammals; periodic moose & larger mammals).
Our canoes are all custom made 4 seaters, convenient for families and making new friends. These lightweight kevlar boats are easy to carry (solo or tandem) over the short portage.
Lunch is a fabulous sandwich from Henrietta's Pine Bakery. We also serve a granola bar snack. Participants must bring at least 2L of water.
Our naturalist guides have only the highest levels of training and certification. They ensure a safe, educational and intimate connection to Algonquin Park. We provide high quality trip photos (via Facebook only).
2 person minimum. Age 7+. No smoking.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please let us know of any dietary restrictions or allergies as soon as possible.
What To Expect
Tom Thomson Memorial
We paddle by this location. The totem memorial can be seen from a distance.
Canoe Lake Access Point (#5)
We explore the natural and human history of Canoe Lake. We paddle into secluded tranquil corners to connect with nature, see awesome reflections and look for wildlife.
Options
6 Hour Day Tour
What‘s Included
High quality tour photos (via Facebook)
Wildlife observation (usually birds, turtles & squirrels; periodic moose & other mammals)
Cliff jumping (if you like) & swimming
Lunch (sandwich from Henrietta's Pine Bakery, granola bar)
Canoe (shared 4 seaters), Paddle and life jacket
Naturalist guide (canoe instruction, safety & nature interpretation)
Wild edible samples (in season)
Short hike to scenic lookout
Algonquin Park daily vehicle permit (choose 'HWY 60 Corridor' location on Ontario Parks website.)
Guide tip (5-10% of tour cost; please bring cash)
Water - Clients must bring 2L of water per person
Water shoes for walking knee deep in water - No flipflop/slides/Crocs/bare foot
Rain gear - clients must have a proper rain jacket. Outside July/Aug rain pants are advised.
Warm clothing if it's going to be cold - Make sure to check the weather and dress accordingly.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
90 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
I highly recommend our...
Zixi H,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I highly recommend our canoe guide, Lucas! He is incredibly experienced, professional, and has a great sense of humor. Thank you, Lucas, for such an unforgettable experience. Five stars!
Algonquin Parks Must Do
925yagmurb,Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a very entertaining canoe trip, very feasible for beginners and much more exciting than normal hikes in Algonquin Park. I would repeat at any time. Our guide Diego was also very entertaining, funny and could explain a lot to us.
A wonderful experience
882eddav,Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks to our guide Diego, we were able to experience Canada in the most beautiful way: by canoe through the beautiful landscape of Algonquin Park with informative stops and wildlife observations.
Great!
773marenn,Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Although I was previously very unsure if you could join this tour as a beginner, I really liked the tour! The route was beautiful, the troupe and the guide very nice. For my taste, he could have told a little more. From the viewpoint we had a beautiful view of the lake and forests. The sandwich was delicious. All in all highly recommended!
Great time....
Agnes L,Sep 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Beautiful time.. really to do to discover this beautiful and magical territory..I want to live here!!!!
Lovely!
Nicky B,Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A fantastic experience in a beautiful setting! From canoe trip to hike and swimming! And the guide (diego) who knew a lot to tell.
Great experience
Walter G,Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Super great and beautiful canoe trip, in nice weather. Competent introduction for paddling and steering the canoe. Very nice guide.
paradise by canoe
andrea g,Aug 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Immersed completely in nature the guide will take you to visit some very beautiful and heavenly spots. The sandwich for lunch was delicious. When you went in search of the Elk and 'was something really unique .. paradise. Too bad we spent only 5 minutes and could not see them. Frankly, I would have preferred to spend more time there hoping to see them. It 's still a complete experience, you paddle (lots), walk, dive, swim... spectacular
Highly recommended!!!!
Yvonne R,Aug 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The canoe trip through this wonderful national park area was great. Our guide Diego provided us with a lot of interesting information. We had a lot of fun, raced, had a picnic and jumped off rocks into the water. It was great!
Awesome!
leannemN8107OR,Jul 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome time! Guides were amazing…lots of nature and history info. View was stunning! Paddling was moderate exercise. Hike up trail to lunch was more challenging but doable! Loved the trip!!
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