The Wilderness Tours bachelor/bachelorette party is a unique experience not found anywhere else. Combine the thrill of 1 day of whitewater rafting down the mighty Ottawa River with the lively nightlife of the resort and 1 Resort Activity Day you have the formula for an unforgettable weekend! What can you expect on your trip to Wilderness Tours?

The weekend begins with your arrival at the resort on Friday. The evening live entertainment begins on the main deck at 7 pm and runs until the bar closes.

Saturday morning breakfast is a great place for the group to start getting excited for the day whitewater rafting down the Main Channel of the Ottawa.

Once back at the resort, the video of all the thrills and spills of the day along with pictures will be on display. The evening entertainment will begin shortly after one of our famous meals. Our guests enjoy a wide range of evening activities from Karaoke, DJs, dancing, live entertainment or simply hanging out by the fire.

Sunday is a resort activity day and the choice is yours on what you and your group would like to do. Land sports include volleyball, basketball, floor hockey, bocci ball and corn hole. Water sports include kayaks and SUP boards.  our location adjacent to the Provincial Park provides challenging hiking opportunities.  All this is included in your resort day.

Choose to upgrade your resort day experience and either rent a mountain bike or bring one of your own and enjoy our 50 km of trails or perhaps heading out on the water on an afternoon paddle is more your pace. 

Whatever your choice is, you can bet that it will be a weekend to remember.

Need some more information? Check out our FAQ’s section or send us an e-mail at [email protected] 

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.

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.

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.

SHUTTLE BUS TO TOP OF RAPIDS
Our transportation service shuttles your group from the Park Village 9KM 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 Wilderness Tours Rafting Resort. None of your belongings should be left on the bus.

MEET YOUR GUIDE + SAFETY TALK
Wilderness Tours pioneered whitewater 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.

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!

SNACK STOP
Our trip stops half way down the river. At this stop, you will get the chance to have a quick snack, relax, enjoy the beautiful views of the river, and use the restroom.

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

LAZY RIVER SWIM
The final stretch of the river before arriving back at Wilderness Tours Rafting Resort is a perfect lazy river swim. When your guide says it’s safe to do so, hop out of the raft and enjoy the relaxing ride!

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 Wilderness Tours Rafting Resort. Your guides will instruct you on the end-of-trip procedures such as gear returns, post-trip media viewings, use of the beachfront, resort amenities, and evening entertainment options.

DAY 2 | RESORT DAY
Enjoy a second day with us taking advantage of our beach front, inflatable water park, flat water kayaks, stand up paddle boards, hiking trails or choose to upgrade to our mountain bike rentals.

TRIP DURATION: 2 DAYS
Trip timing can vary depending on daily river conditions. Our professional trip leaders always prioritize safety and guest enjoyment!

2 NIGHTS CAMPING
All of Wilderness Tours’ packages come with a tent campsite but you will need to bring your own camping equipment.

OTTAWA RIVER’S BEST ADVENTURE
Wilderness Tours combines whitewater rafting with access to our resort amenities such as flat water kayaking, SUP boarding, inflatable waterpark, 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.

5 MEALS INCLUDED
2 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, and 1 Dinner are included with your Bachelor/ette Party!

GEAR INCLUDED
Paddle, personal flotation device, and a helmet are provided prior to your trip

DAILY SHUTTLE INCLUDED
This trip begins by meeting your trip leader just out front of the Rafters Pavilion. After a safety orientation, you will be provided with gear, then you’ll board the bus which take the trip to the beginning of the rapids. The river then flows back downstream to the Wilderness Tours Rafting Resort where the trip ends on shore, walking-distance from your vehicle. 

CABIN UPGRADE
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 PACKAGE
Our media team captures those special moments worth saving – so you can focus on paddling! Pre-book your video and photo package to save 20% off. Choose this option during checkout!

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 the skies are doing. During the month of May and after Labor Day weekend, wetsuits 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.