Adventures, High, Medium, Uncategorized, Whitewater RaftingMarch 7, 2023March 9, 2023 by Casey Bryant Jones

University College Weekends at Wilderness Tours

Calling all University and College Students!

It’s WT’s University and College Weekends! We have two incredible options depending on the level of adventure you are looking to add for the weekend.

Why wait for frosh week next September, start early with our University Weekend. Bands, Beer, and the best whitewater rafting river, it doesn’t get much better than this. If you pay tuition somewhere then pick a weekend to come and visit the Ottawa River.

Give us a call at 1-888-RAFT-NOW to reserve your group for this discount.

If you already have friends who have booked you are not able to add to their reservation from this page you will have to call to add to their reservation to ensure you are rafting together.

Package 1

Our Getaway Package is our most popular program. You get:

- One Day High Adventure Rafting

- One Day Guide Your Own Rafting Program

- 5 Hearty Meals

- 2 nights of camping, accommodation upgrades available, and full use of our legendary facilities

- All for only $223 / per person

- DJ and party on Saturday night

Getaway Package

30% off Getaway Package with a valid student ID!

$223

*Price is subject to 13% HST & $10/day/person

Package 2

Our Resort Package is a great way to save some extra $$ You get:

- One Day High Adventure Rafting

- One Resort Day

- 5 Hearty Meals

- 2 nights of camping, accommodation upgrades available, and full use of our legendary facilities

- All for only $149 / per person

- DJ and party on Saturday night

Resort Package

30% off Resort Package with a valid student ID!

$195

*Price is subject to 13% HST & $10/day/person

Middle Channel Adventure

Whitewater Rafting

Our Middle Adventure is perfect for those looking for just the right amount of thrills but stay in the boat. This is a full day of professionally guided whitewater rafting down the world-famous Ottawa River. Your day begins with a thorough safety briefing and paddling practice led by your guide. Above each rapid, your guide will brief you on the run.

This section of the Ottawa is like a whitewater staircase with calm pools below the rapids allowing time to rest and bask in the splendor of this beautiful river. Rafting with WT is a complete experience with time for body surfing (swimming rapids), or swimming off your floating island. This trip is also perfect for our first-time rafters to the Ottawa River.

Once you’ve reached the resort, the adventure continues on our resort.

Take advantage of the beachfront, from swimming, to flat water kayaks and SUP boards there’s an adventure for everyone.

Perfect for first-time rafters

 5/5

Monday - Friday

$159
Saturday/Holiday

$179
Sunday

$169

*Price is subject to 13% HST & $10/day/person

Included

Trip Duration: 4-5 Hours

Trip timing can vary depending on daily river conditions. Our professional Trip Leaders always prioritize safety and guest enjoyment!
Ottawa River's Best Adventure

Wilderness Tours combines whitewater rafting with access to our resort amenities such as flat water kayaking, SUP boarding and swimming to create the best adventure on the Ottawa River.
Professional Guide

Wilderness Tours guides are famous for their industry-leading skills, as well as their friendly personalities and positive attitudes.
Lunch Included

A hearty lunch is included either after or before your raft trip depending on your trip time.
Gear Included

Paddle, Life Jacket and Helmet
Shuttle Included

This trip begins by meeting your Trip Leader at the Park Village. After a safety orientation, you will be provided with gear, then you'll board the bus which takes the trip to the beginning of the rapids. The river then flows downstream back to the Park Village. The trip ends on shore at the Park Village walking-distance from your vehicle.

Not Included / Optional Upgrades

Stayover Package

Stayover packages bundle your choice of activity with dinner and breakfast meals and a campsite.
Photo-Video Package

Our media team captures those special moments worth saving - so you can focus on paddling! Pre-book your video and photo package and save 20% off. Choose this option during check out.
Wetsuit Rental

We always say, "there is no bad weather only bad gear." We have you covered for all weather situations. Wetsuit rentals are available on site to keep you warm no matter what skies are doing. During the month of May and after labor day weekend, wetsuit rentals are complimentary for all trips.
Storage Lockers

We have coin operated storage lockers to keep your valuables safe while you are on the river.

Trip Itinerary

1. Arrival & Check-In

We recommend arriving 45 minutes before your Pre-Trip Briefing time. Your briefing time can be found in your reservation information. Arriving with enough time before your trip will ensure that you can get prepared for your trip at a comfortable speed. Our trip briefings operate ON-TIME. Shuttles for trips generally depart 30 minutes after the pre-trip briefing time.
2. Dress for Rafting

You will need to wear footwear that will stay securely on your feet (NO FLIP-FLOPS, NO CROCS, ETC). You will also want to dress according to the weather. Our trips operate RAIN OR SHINE. Regular swim-wear is good. If you get cold easily we recommend you wear a wet suit. Bring your own or rent one of ours. Please note: cotton t-shirts and sweaters will actually make you COLDER. We recommend wearing synthetic materials for sun protection; wool or neoprene for thermal insulation; rain jacket outer shell for wind protection.
3. Pre-Trip Briefing

It's time to meet your trip leader for the day. They will explain what to bring, what to wear, health and safety considerations, and the schedule for the day. This meeting usually lasts 10-12 minutes. This is a great time also to ask any last minute questions before you depart for the river. After the pre-trip briefing is complete you will have a few final minutes to make any last-minute adjustments with how you are dressed or also make any last visits to the restrooms.
4. Shuttle Bus to Top of Rapids

Our transportation service shuttles your group from the Park Village 15km up-river to the"put-in", where your rafts and guides are waiting. This is a one-way shuttle as you will be rafting all the way back to the Park Village. None of your belongings should be left on the bus.
5. Meet Your Guide + Safety Talk

Wilderness Tours Pioneered rafting on the Ottawa River in 1975, our guides have the most experience as we've been setting the standard for whitewater in Canada going into our 5th decade. We have your safety in mind first in everything we do. Your trip leader will explain all of your equipment and safety procedures for the day.

7. Rafting Time!

You'll face many rapids on your journey down the river. The rapids you descend and the specific lines your guide chooses will depend on the river conditions of the day. The beauty of the Ottawa River is that at every water level, there's an exciting and appropriate route to take!
8. Snack Stop

Our trips stop half way down the river. At this break stop you will get the chance to have a quick snack, relax, enjoy the beautiful views of the river, and use the restrooms.
9. More Whitewater Rafting!

The second half of the trip holds many more exciting rapids! Depending on specific water levels, your guides will also show you some exciting extra activities such as raft surfing, cliff jumping and/or body surfing.
10. Lazy River Swim

The final stretch of the river before arriving back at the Park Village is a perfect lazy river swim. When your guide says it's safe to do so, hop out of the raft and enjoy the ride!
11. Your arrival back to Park Village

The currents slow down just in time for you to catch the right-hand turn into the bay at the Park Village. Your guides will instruct you on end-of-trip procedures such as gear return, post-trip media viewings, use of the beachfront, resort amenities and evening entertainment options.

Family Adventure Camp

Whitewater Rafting

A week of kid sized whitewater thrills, resort activities, sports and recreation at the Wilderness Tours Outdoor Resort. Our Family Adventure Camp program offers all that Wilderness Tours has to offer families; great whitewater rafting, flat topped kayaks, stand up paddle boards, beaches, hiking trails, scenic look outs, beach valley ball. These packages include your family gentle raft trip, Sea Kayak trip, Raft and Rod trip, and resort day.

What's Included:

FAMILY ADVENTURE CAMP (FAC)
Ideal for families with pre-teens. Choose from the following options for your week of adventure!

Gentle Raft Trip
Raft and Rod
Sea Kayak Trip
Mountain Bike Trip
High Adventure Rafting for 13+/90lbs or more (5+ have an activity day with our staff)
Resort Day
15 meals from arrival dinner to departure day lunch
Campsite for 5 nights Sun-Thurs (guests must bring their own tents and sleeping bags). Cabin upgrades here

When the family needs a whole week to build memories through amazing experiences. Lots of activities that will keep the kids entertained endlessly. Family Adventure week will allow you to spend lots of time creating a family bond together.

Upgrade to cabin accommodations, please ask us about pricing. For more information on cabins, click here

Families with both pre-teens and teens often put the teens in the Teen Camp or Kid’s kayak week. Another idea is to combine the Family Adventure Camp with the Adult Adventure Week and have a family reunion or a just a week vacation with a group of families

Most Diverse Family Stay Over Package

 5/5

5 Days
5 Nights
Includes Campsite
Includes 15 Meals
3 Rafting Day Trips
1 Day Mountain Biking
Sea Kayaking

Whitewater Rafting

Sunday Arrival

$699

Sunday Arrival

$469

*Price is subject to 13% HST & $10/day/person

This Package Includes

5 Action Packed Days

This package includes our Gentle Rafting Day Trip, our Raft n Rod Program, a High Adventure Day Trip for adults and teens, , Sea Kayak Day Trip , Mountain Bike Program and a Sea Kayak Day Trip ,

Camp Site

Campsite is included in this package. Guests need to bring their own tent and camping gear.

15 Hearty Meals

Arrival Sunday Dinner until Friday at Lunch

Professional Guides

Wilderness Tours guides are famous for their industry-leading skills, as well as their friendly personalities and positive attitudes.

Gear Included

Paddle, Life Jacket and Helmet

Shuttles Included

This trip begins by meeting your Trip Leader at the Park Village. After a safety orientation, you will be provided with gear, then you'll board the bus which takes the trip to the beginning of the rapids. The river then flows downstream back to the Park Village. The trip ends on shore at the Park Village walking-distance from your vehicle.

Upgrades Available

Cabin Rental

Wilderness Tours has a wide rage of lodging options both on-site at our new location at the National Whitewater Park or at the Whitewater Cottage Resort (our former resort location) only 10 minutes away. We also have serviced RV sites available.
Photo-Video Memories Package

Take the memories home with you! Our media team captures the action while you tackle the rapids.
Wetsuit Rental

Wetsuits are complimentary in the months of May and September. Wetsuits are available for rent in the months of June, July and August.
Storage Lockers

Pay-per-use lockers are available on-site. Your vehicle is the best place to lock your valuables. Wilderness Tours is not responsible for lost, damaged or stolen property.

Trip Itinerary

*Format and timing of trips are subject to change without notice.

1. Arrival & Check-In

Arrivals for this package begin at 4:00pm (1600h) for your first overnight.
2. Settle In - Arrival Dinner

Whether you're camping or staying in one of our many accommodations. Take a moment to get settled into your space. You do have you arrival dinner included in your package.
3. Enjoy the Atmosphere

After settling in, we recommend heading down to the pavilion where you'll find live music, sport courts, the beach and the restaurant & bar. You have the option of pre-booking an arrival night dinner or you can order a-la-carte once you're there.
4. Breakfast at Pavilion

It's time to get fueled up for the big day of rafting ahead of you. Come enjoy a hot breakfast down at the Park Village Pavilion. All of your meals will be here throughout the week.
5. Day 1 - River Trip

Each day you'll have the opportunity to enjoy various channels on the Ottawa River. This package on your first river day comes standard with family friendly our famous Gentle Rafting Day Trip.
6. Day 2 - Raft n Rod Trip

Our Raft n Rod trip is always popular with families. This is 1/2 day of rafting and sport yaking combined with 1/2 day of fishing.

7. Day 3 - Sea Kayak

Explore the Lower Channel of the Ottawa River on our Sea Kayak Day Trip with all its' hidden gems and incredible wildlife.

Nightly Entertainment Wilderness Tours National Whitewater Park Ontario Canada

8. Live Entertainment

Just because you've eaten dinner doesn't mean the day is over. Continue making memories during the nightly entertainment at the Pavilion every night during our summer season.

9. Day 4 - High Adventure & Resort Day

For the teens in the group (13+) with the adults do our High Adventure Day Trip while our younger guests have an activity day with our staff.

Resort Day WT Rafting National Whitewater Park Ontario Canada

10. Day 5 - Resort and Relax Day

Your final day is a resort day. You can enjoy the hiking trails and head home with some amazing new memories after lunch, or let the magic linger a little longer. With upgrading and adding an extra overnight so you can drive home after Breakfast on the following day.

Adult Adventure Week

Whitewater Rafting

5 days of exciting activities, meals, and cabin options. Arrive Sunday at 4 pm and depart late Friday afternoon.

Your Week includes:

12 person Classic High Adventure Rafting or upgrade to our Sport Rafting Trip
Sea Kayak Trip
Mountain Biking Trip
Guide Your Own Raft Trip (GYOR) or upgrade to our Sport Yak Trip
Rest & Relax Day
Great food, 15 meals from Sunday dinner to Friday lunch.
Campsite for 5 nights (guests must bring their own tents and sleeping bags). Accommodation upgrades available

Most Diverse Stay Over Package

 5/5

Sunday Arrival

$999

*Price is subject to 13% HST & $10/day/person

This Package Includes

5 Action Packed Days

This package includes our famous High Adventure Day Trip , Guide Your Own Raft Trip , Sea Kayak Day Trip , Sea Kayak Day Trip ,

Camp Site

Campsite is included in this package. Guests need to bring their own tent and camping gear.

15 Hearty Meals

Arrival Sunday Dinner until Friday at Lunch

Professional Guides

Wilderness Tours guides are famous for their industry-leading skills, as well as their friendly personalities and positive attitudes.

Gear Included

Paddle, Life Jacket and Helmet

Shuttles Included

Upgrades Available

Cabin Rental

Wilderness Tours has a wide rage of lodging options both on-site at our new location at the National Whitewater Park or at the Whitewater Cottage Resort (our former resort location) only 10 minutes away. We also have serviced RV sites available.
Photo-Video Memories Package

Take the memories home with you! Our media team captures the action while you tackle the rapids.
Wetsuit Rental

Wetsuits are complimentary in the months of May and September. Wetsuits are available for rent in the months of June, July and August.
Storage Lockers

Pay-per-use lockers are available on-site. Your vehicle is the best place to lock your valuables. Wilderness Tours is not responsible for lost, damaged or stolen property.

Trip Itinerary

*Format and timing of trips are subject to change without notice.

1. Arrival & Check-In

Arrivals for this package begin at 4:00pm (1600h) for your first overnight.
2. Settle In - Arrival Dinner

Whether you're camping or staying in one of our many accommodations. Take a moment to get settled into your space. You do have you arrival dinner included in your package.
3. Enjoy the Atmosphere

After settling in, we recommend heading down to the pavilion where you'll find live music, sport courts, the beach and the restaurant & bar. You have the option of pre-booking an arrival night dinner or you can order a-la-carte once you're there.
4. Breakfast at Pavilion

It's time to get fueled up for the big day of rafting ahead of you. Come enjoy a hot breakfast down at the Park Village Pavilion. All of your meals will be here throughout the week.
5. Day 1 - River Trip

Each day you'll have the opportunity to enjoy various channels on the Ottawa River. This package on your first river day comes standard with our famous High Adventure Day Trip. Or, you can choose to upgrade this day to a Sport Rafting Day Trip to increase the intensity!
6. Day 2 - Sea Kayak Trip

Explore the Lower Channel of the Ottawa River on our Sea Kayak Day Trip with all its' hidden gems and incredible wildlife.

7. Day 3 - Mountain Bike or River Day

Like most days you have choice of what you'd like to do that day. We can customize adventure week to suite your groups' needs. Day 3 can be either a guided or self guided mountain tour or step up your river experience with a sport rafting day trip.
8. Live Entertainment

Just because you've eaten dinner doesn't mean the day is over. Continue making memories during the nightly entertainment at the Pavilion every night during our summer season.
9. Day 4 - Guide Your Own Raft Day

This package come standard with our exclusive Guide Your Own Raft trip on the second day. Or, you have the option to upgrade to either the Sport Raft Day Trip or a Sport Yak Day Trip to increase the intensity level.
10. Day 5 - Resort and Relax Day

Your final day is a resort day. You can enjoy the hiking trails and head home with some amazing new memories after lunch, or let the magic linger a little longer. With upgrading and adding an extra overnight so you can drive home after Breakfast on the following day.

Family High Adventure Combo

Whitewater Rafting

This package is perfect for families who have a mix of tweens, young teens and adults. This trip allows families to start with a Family Rafting Day Trip and finish with the famous High Adventure Day Trip. Young teens who would like to participate in this program must be 13 years of age or older and 90 lbs or more to do our high adventure programs.

If you have children under the age of 12, then you can split the group with some of your group doing High Adventure rafting, and those under 12 can join the Raft and Rod trip as part of the Mini Vacation Package. Another option for the kids could be to take advantage of a resort day as part of the Gentle Resort package (1 adult 18 years or older must accompany children on all raft trips). To book this option please give us a call @ 1 (888) 723-8669

Best Package for Families with Young Teens

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Sunday - Thursday Arrival

$279
Saturday Arrival

$289
Friday Arrival

$299

*Price is subject to 13% HST & $10/day/person

This Package Includes

2 Rafting Day Trips

Trip timing can vary depending on daily river conditions. Our professional Trip Leaders always prioritize safety and guest enjoyment!
Camp Site

Campsite is included in this package. Guests need to bring their own tent and camping gear.
6 Hearty Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Professional Guides

Wilderness Tours guides are famous for their industry-leading skills, as well as their friendly personalities and positive attitudes.
Gear Included

Paddle, Life Jacket and Helmet
Shuttles Included

This trip begins by meeting your Trip Leader at the Park Village. After a safety orientation, you will be provided with gear, then you'll board the bus which takes the trip to the beginning of the rapids. The river then flows downstream back to the Park Village. The trip ends on shore at the Park Village walking-distance from your vehicle.

Upgrades Available

Cabin Rental

Wilderness Tours has a wide rage of lodging options both on-site at our new location at the National Whitewater Park or at the Whitewater Cottage Resort (our former resort location) only 10 minutes away. We also have serviced RV sites available.
Photo-Video Memories Package

Take the memories home with you! Our media team captures the action while you tackle the rapids.
Wetsuit Rental

Wetsuits are complimentary in the months of May and September. Wetsuits are available for rent in the months of June, July and August.
Storage Lockers

Pay-per-use lockers are available on-site. Your vehicle is the best place to lock your valuables. Wilderness Tours is not responsible for lost, damaged or stolen property.

Trip Itinerary

*Format and timing of trips are subject to change without notice.

1. Arrival & Check-In

Arrivals for this package begin at 4:00pm (1600h) for your first overnight.
2. Settle In

Whether you're camping or staying in one of our many accommodations. Take a moment to get settled into your space.
3. Enjoy the Atmosphere

After settling in, we recommend heading down to the pavilion where you'll find live music, sport courts, the beach and the restaurant & bar. You have the option of pre-booking an arrival night dinner or you can order a-la-carte once you're there.
4. Breakfast at Pavilion

It's time to get fueled up for the big day of rafting ahead of you. Come enjoy a hot breakfast down at the Park Village Pavilion.
5. Day 1 Raft Trip

This package comes standard with our Gentle Rafting Day Trip

6. Dinner at Pavilion

A big day on the river needs to be followed with a big, delicious meal. Our food and beverage team doesn't disappoint. Package meals include options for vegetarians. Have other special dietary requirement? Just let our reservation staff know when you're making your booking.
7. Live Entertainment

Just because you've eaten dinner doesn't mean the day is over. Continue making memories during the nightly entertainment at the Pavilion.
8. Breakfast at Pavilion

It's time to get fueled up for the big day of rafting ahead of you. Come enjoy a hot breakfast down at the Park Village Pavilion.
9. Day 2 Raft Trip

This package come standard with our famous High Adventure Day Trip
10. End of Day

At this point you have the option to head home with some amazing new memories, or let the magic linger a little longer with upgrading and adding an extra overnight so you can drive home after Breakfast on the following day.

Long Weekender Getaway

Whitewater Rafting

The Long weekender package is the best stay-over value for your dollar. This package takes our popular Getaway Package but adds an extra overnight and meals.

Your first day of rafting is our popular 12-person High Adventure Day Trip. Challenge the big lines on the Ottawa River with our specifically designed 20-foot Maravia rafts.

Your second day on the river is our unique and exclusive Guide Your Own Rafting (GYOR) program. In smaller 6-person rafts under the watchful eyes of our professional kayak guides, you have the opportunity to find your own way down the Middle Channel of the Ottawa River.

Best Value for Dollar Stayover Package

 5/5

Arrival Tuesday

$328
Arrival Thursday

$338
Friday Arrival

$368

*Price is subject to 13% HST & $10/day/person

This Package Includes

2 Rafting Day Trips

At Wilderness Tours you have choice! Your first rafting day one you can choose between our "High Adventure Trip" or our "Sport Rafting" Your second day includes our "Guide Your Own Rafting Program" or you can upgrade your second day to a "sport yak trip" our 2 person inflatable kayak.
Resort Access

Enjoy our beach, flat topped kayaks, stand up paddle boards, hiking trails or mountain bike rentals.
7 Hearty Meals

7 Meals total, 2 dinners, 3 breakfasts and 2 lunches.
Note: Arrival dinner can be added at check out if desired
Campsite

Campsite is included in this package. Guests need to bring their own tent and camping gear.
Professional Guides

Wilderness Tours guides are famous for their industry-leading skills, as well as their friendly personalities and positive attitudes.
Gear Included

Life Jacket, Helmet and Paddle
Shuttles Included

This trip begins by meeting your Trip Leader at the Park Village. After a safety orientation, you will be provided with gear, then you'll board the bus which takes the trip to the beginning of the rapids. The river then flows downstream back to the Park Village. The trip ends on shore at the Park Village walking-distance from your vehicle.

Upgrades Available

Cabin Rental

Camping is included in all of our overnight packages, but a lot of our guests love to upgrade to one of our many accommodation units.
Photo-Video Memories Package

Our media team captures those special moments worth saving - so you can focus on paddling! Pre-book your video and photo package and save 20% off. Choose this option during check out.
Wetsuit Rental

Wetsuits are complimentary in the months of May and September. Wetsuits are available for rent in the months of June, July and August.
Storage Lockers

Pay-per-use lockers are available on-site. Your vehicle is the best place to lock your valuables. Wilderness Tours is not responsible for lost, damaged or stolen property.

Trip Itinerary

1. Arrival & Check-In

Arrivals for this package begin at 4:00pm (1600h) for your first overnight.
2. Settle In

Whether you're camping or staying in one of our many accommodations. Take a moment to get settled into your space.
3. Enjoy the Atmosphere

After settling in, we recommend heading down to the pavilion where you'll find live music, sport courts, the beach and the restaurant & bar. You have the option of pre-booking an arrival night dinner or you can order a-la-carte once you're there.
4. Breakfast at Pavilion

It's time to get fueled up for the big day of rafting ahead of you. Come enjoy a hot breakfast down at the Park Village Pavilion.
5. Day 1 Rafting

This package comes standard with our famous High Adventure Day Trip. Or, you can choose to upgrade this day to a Sport Rafting Day Trip to increase the intensity!

6. Dinner at Pavilion

A big day on the river needs to be followed with a big, delicious meal. Our food and beverage team doesn't disappoint. Package meals include options for vegetarians. Have other special dietary requirement? Just let our reservation staff know when you're making your booking.
7. Live Entertainment

Just because you've eaten dinner doesn't mean the day is over. Continue making memories during the nightly entertainment at the Pavilion.
8. Breakfast at Pavilion

Time to fuel up for another day of whitewater on the Ottawa River. Stop in at Java Joe's for a smoothie or let our Baristas hook you up with a specialty blend.
9. Day 2 - River Day

This package come standard with a Guide Your Own Raft day trip on the second day. You could also upgrade to either the Sport Raft or Sport Yak options to increase the intensity level.
10. Day 3 - Resort Morning

Your 3rd day with us give you breakfast and access to the resort. Take advantage of our beach front, flat water kayaks, stand up paddle boards, hiking trails or mountain bike rentals and much more!
10. End of Day

Check out for campsites and cabins is 10am and we look forward to seeing all of our guests again on the Ottawa River.

Gentle Resort Package

Whitewater Rafting

This package is the best combination of rafting and resort fun. Now available on weekends as well as weekdays, this package contains a great day of gentle rafting on our middle channel, BBQ lunch and body surfing on your first day.

Your second day is a fun-filled day at the resort where you can choose to play with the kayaks, paddle boards or simply head for the beach or a hike out on our extensive trails.

It offers all the fun with the flexibility on your departure day to leave at your convenience to head home or continue your vacation road trip.

Want to stay over an extra 3rd night, click here to book.

Want to add a second day on the water? Check out our Mini Vacation Package (MVP).

Best Mix of Family Rafting Action and Resort Relaxation

 5/5

Arrivals Sunday - Thurs

$209
Friday Arrivals

$229
Saturday Arrival

$219

Arrivals Sunday - Thurs

$149
Friday Arrivals

$169
Saturday Arrival

$159

*Price is subject to 13% HST & $10/day/person

Package Includes

Gentle Family Rafting Day Trip

Trip timing can vary depending on daily river conditions. Our professional Trip Leaders always prioritize safety and guest enjoyment!
Resort Day

The entire 5000 acres of Wilderness Tours' National Whitewater Park is your play ground, including our kayaks, sups' and all our water front facilities and sports courts.
2 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 2 Dinner

You'll love all of our meals, served also with vegetarian options at every meal.
2x Nights Camping

Camping is included in all our packages, cabin upgrades avail as well as quiet camping.

Not Included / Upgrade Options

Cabin Rental

You can choose from a wide range of cabin upgrades from camping. View all of our accommodation availability as well as live inventory here.
Photo-Video Memories Package

We take photos and video of every boat to preserve the amazing adventure you had. Pre-book your video and photo package and save 20% off. Choose this option during check out.

Trip Itinerary

*Format and timing of trips are subject to change without notice.

1. Arrival & Check-In

We recommend arriving 45 minutes before your Pre-Trip Briefing time. Your briefing time can be found in your reservation information. Arriving with enough time before your trip will ensure that you can get prepared for your trip at a comfortable speed. Our trip briefings operate ON-TIME. Shuttles for trips generally depart 30 minutes after the pre-trip briefing time.
2. Dress for Rafting

You will need to wear footwear that will stay securely on your feet (NO FLIP-FLOPS, NO CROCS, ETC). You will also want to dress according to the weather. Our trips operate RAIN OR SHINE. Regular swim-wear is good. If you get cold easily we recommend you wear a wet suit. Bring your own or rent one of ours. Please note: cotton t-shirts and sweaters will actually make you COLDER. We recommend wearing synthetic materials for sun protection; wool or neoprene for thermal insulation; rain jacket outer shell for wind protection.
3. Pre-Trip Briefing

It's time to meet your trip leader for the day. They will explain what to bring, what to wear, health and safety considerations, and the schedule for the day. This meeting usually lasts 10-12 minutes. This is a great time also to ask any last minute questions before you depart for the river. After the pre-trip briefing is complete you will have a few final minutes to make any last-minute adjustments with how you are dressed or also make any last visits to the restrooms.
4. Shuttle Bus to Top of Rapids

Our transportation service shuttles your group from the Park Village 15km up-river to the"put-in", where your rafts and guides are waiting. This is a one-way shuttle as you will be rafting all the way back to the Park Village. None of your belongings should be left on the bus.
5. Meet Your Guide + Safety Talk

Wilderness Tours Pioneered rafting on the Ottawa River in 1975, our guides have the most experience as we've been setting the standard for whitewater in Canada going into our 5th decade. We have your safety in mind first in everything we do. Your trip leader will explain all of your equipment and safety procedures for the day.

7. Rafting Time!

You'll face many rapids on your journey down the river. The rapids you face and the specific lines your guide chooses will depend on the river conditions of the day. The beauty of the Ottawa River is that at every water level, there's an exciting and appropriate route to take!
8. Snack Stop

Our trips stop half way down the river. At this break stop you will get the chance to have a quick snack, relax, enjoy the beautiful views of the river, and use the restrooms.
9. More Whitewater Rafting!

The second half of the trip holds many more exciting rapids! Depending on specific water levels, your guides will also show you some exciting extra activities such as raft surfing, cliff jumping and/or body surfing.
10. Lazy River Swim

The final stretch of the river before arriving back at the Park Village is a perfect lazy river swim. When your guide says it's safe to do so, hop out of the raft and enjoy the ride!
11. Your arrival back to Park Village

The currents slow down just in time for you to catch the right-hand turn into the bay at the Park Village. Your guides will instruct you on end-of-trip procedures such as gear return, post-trip media viewings, and evening entertainment options.
12. Resort Day

Enjoy a second day with us taking advantage of our beach front, flat water kayaks, stand up paddle boards, hiking trails or mountain bike rentals.

Family Mini Vacation Package (MVP)

Whitewater Rafting

This is our best package for families with kids ages 5-12. The Mini Vacation Package, or MVP, is our flagship family package and hands down the best combination of excitement for the kids and best family value. Memories from this experience will last a lifetime.

Your first day of rafting is our fun-filled Family Rafting Day Trip. This trip takes you down the Middle Channel which is filled with fun rapids and beautiful views.

Your second day of rafting is our scenic and thrilling Raft’n’Rod Day Trip. This trip is a combination of rafting the rapids below Moon Lake and some fishing around the bay at the Park Village.

Like all our family packages, the MVP includes meals, scenic camping or optional cabin rental, facility use, and live entertainment at the pavilion.

Want to stay over an extra 3rd night, click here to book.

Note: Sorry we do not run our Raft n’ Rod program on Saturdays. We “flip” our trips around to accommodate an MVP package arrival for Thursday. We do Raft n’ Rod trip on Friday and Gentle Day trip on Saturday. Please click here to book Thursday arrival

Best Mix Family Fun and Value

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Sunday-Wednesday Arrival

$249
Thursday Arrival

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$259
Friday Arrival

$269
Saturday Arrival

$259

Sunday-Wednesday Arrival

$189
Thursday Arrival

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$199
Friday Arrival

$209
Saturday Arrival

$199

*Price is subject to 13% HST & $10/day/person

Package Includes

2 Rafting Days

Trip timing can vary depending on daily river conditions. Our professional Trip Leaders always prioritize safety and guest enjoyment!
Afternoon Fishing

After the second day of rafting and lunch, we take you and your family fishing to round out your adventure.
2 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 2 Dinner

You'll love all of our meals, served also with vegetarian options at every meal.
2x Nights Campsite

Camping is included in all our packages, cabin upgrades avail as well as quiet camping.

Not Included / Upgrade Options

Cabin Rental

You can choose from a wide range of cabin upgrades from camping. View all of our accommodation availability as well as live inventory here.
Photo-Video Memories Package

We take photos and video of every boat to preserve the amazing adventure you had. Pre-book your video and photo package and save 20% off. Choose this option during check out.

Trip Itinerary

*Format and timing of trips are subject to change without notice.

1. Arrival & Check-In

We recommend arriving 45 minutes before your Pre-Trip Briefing time. Your briefing time can be found in your reservation information. Arriving with enough time before your trip will ensure that you can get prepared for your trip at a comfortable speed. Our trip briefings operate ON-TIME. Shuttles for trips generally depart 30 minutes after the pre-trip briefing time.
2. Dress for Rafting

You will need to wear footwear that will stay securely on your feet (NO FLIP-FLOPS, NO CROCS, ETC). You will also want to dress according to the weather. Our trips operate RAIN OR SHINE. Regular swim-wear is good. If you get cold easily we recommend you wear a wet suit. Bring your own or rent one of ours. Please note: cotton t-shirts and sweaters will actually make you COLDER. We recommend wearing synthetic materials for sun protection; wool or neoprene for thermal insulation; rain jacket outer shell for wind protection.
3. Pre-Trip Briefing

It's time to meet your trip leader for the day. They will explain what to bring, what to wear, health and safety considerations, and the schedule for the day. This meeting usually lasts 10-12 minutes. This is a great time also to ask any last minute questions before you depart for the river. After the pre-trip briefing is complete you will have a few final minutes to make any last-minute adjustments with how you are dressed or also make any last visits to the restrooms.
4. Shuttle Bus to Top of Rapids

Our transportation service shuttles your group from the Park Village 15km up-river to the"put-in", where your rafts and guides are waiting. This is a one-way shuttle as you will be rafting all the way back to the Park Village. None of your belongings should be left on the bus.
5. Meet Your Guide + Safety Talk

Wilderness Tours Pioneered rafting on the Ottawa River in 1975, our guides have the most experience as we've been setting the standard for whitewater in Canada going into our 5th decade. We have your safety in mind first in everything we do. Your trip leader will explain all of your equipment and safety procedures for the day.

7. Rafting Time!

You'll face many rapids on your journey down the river. The rapids you face and the specific lines your guide chooses will depend on the river conditions of the day. The beauty of the Ottawa River is that at every water level, there's an exciting and appropriate route to take!
8. Snack Stop

Our trips stop half way down the river. At this break stop you will get the chance to have a quick snack, relax, enjoy the beautiful views of the river, and use the restrooms.
9. More Whitewater Rafting!

The second half of the trip holds many more exciting rapids! Depending on specific water levels, your guides will also show you some exciting extra activities such as raft surfing, cliff jumping and/or body surfing.
10. Lazy River Swim

The final stretch of the river before arriving back at the Park Village is a perfect lazy river swim. When your guide says it's safe to do so, hop out of the raft and enjoy the ride!
11. Your arrival back to Park Village

The currents slow down just in time for you to catch the right-hand turn into the bay at the Park Village. Your guides will instruct you on end-of-trip procedures such as gear return, post-trip media viewings, and evening entertainment options.
12. Raft n Rod Day

On your 2nd day, we have some amazing fishing locations that our guides will take you to. We provide the full gear you'll need to have a great time. As always, catch and release at Wilderness Tours.

Sport Rafting Day Trip

Whitewater Rafting

Are you looking for the absolute wildest ride? Well, you found it!

The guided sport rafting program is our premier rafting program at Wilderness Tours. It’s designed to get your heart pumping and ensure you don’t leave dry. This is our version of rock ‘em sock ‘em rafting and not for the faint of heart.

We use Marvia’s 14 ft, 7-person rafts for our sport rafting program. These are the smallest rafts on the Ottawa River, which means you are guaranteed to feel and experience every single wave and ripple on the Ottawa. Our professional, certified and highly qualified guides have pioneered rafting on the Ottawa River since 1975. We named the rapids and blazed the trail to ensure you have the most enjoyable safest experience on the River.

Once you’ve reached the resort, the adventure continues on our beachfront. From swimming, to flat water kayaks and SUP boards there’s an adventure for everyone.

Each sport rafting day can be added as its own single day of rafting or as an upgrade to any of our multi-day programs like our 3 Day Getaway Package or Resort Getaway.

Most Intense Day Trip

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Monday - Friday

$189
Saturday/Holiday

$209
Sunday

$199

*Price is subject to 13% HST & $10/day/person