This 13 day epic canoe trip is the ultimate Algonquin Park canoe adventure. Paddle across Algonquin, from the western boundary, across the big lakes of North Tea, Manitou and Cedar, before canoeing down the white-water of the Petawawa River to the eastern e
If you look at an Algonquin Park map, you will see this water route. From the western boundary at Algonquin Access Point # 1 east to Cedar lake and down the Petawawa - is the natural water way across Algonquin Park. Following the glacial melt of 10,000 years ago, the 13 day trip has two distinct sections. The first seven days are flat-water canoeing on gorgeous Algonquin park lakes and small windy rivers. Pull out your fishing rod and fish for trout. Get close for outstanding pictures of moose, loons and beavers. The second week picks up speed with white-water canoeing down the class 2 and 3 rapids of the Petawawa.
This two week canoe trip requires a comfort in the wilderness and some canoe experience. Learn and/or refresh paddle, moving water and portage skills along the way. The campsites are beautiful. Swim in the clean fresh water. Enjoy back-country gourmet meals cooked over a fire. The trip is participatory by nature.
Return transfers from Toronto,all equipment, permits, tasty meals
Special guides take this trip to the next level.
It is recommended that you have some canoe trip experience and can be active at a walking pace for up to 6 hours at a time.
Tasty meals to remember - cooked on the fire and stove.
All canoes, paddles, life jackets, tents, sleeping pads, food and cooking equipment, plus lots more. You bring all your personal items such as clothing, toiletries and a book.
This 13 day epic canoe trip is the ultimate Algonquin Park adventure. Paddle from west to east across the park. Travel the big lakes of North Tea, Manitou and Cedar before descending the whitewater of the Petawawa River.
Following the glacial melt of 10, 000 years ago, that created this natural waterway across Algonquin Park, there are two distinct sections. The first seven days are flatwater canoeing on gorgeous lakes and small winding rivers. Pull out your fishing rod and fish for trout. Get close for outstanding pictures of moose, loons and beavers. The second week picks up speed with whitewater canoeing down the Class II and III rapids of the Petawawa.
This epic canoe trip adventure requires a comfort in the wilderness and some canoe experience. Learn and/or refresh paddle, moving water and portage skills along the way. The campsites are beautiful. Swim in the clean fresh water. Enjoy backcountry delicious meals cooked over a fire. The trip is participatory by nature.
“What I loved most about the trip was that everything was taken care of for you. You do not need to worry about a thing! You can enjoy every minute of your trip.”
Kevin
VQ provided all permits, equipment, and food (except the dog food). All we had to bring was our personal effects and an adventurous attitude. The trip was conducted in a very safe and well-supervised way, and our interaction with Trevor was critical for making it a great trip (since we were together in close contact day in and day out).
I came back a changed person. As we were about to embark, I was having misgivings about doing the trip because I had never canoed more than a few hours. Now that it is over, I know we could never have completed the trip successfully on our own, in fact, even trying could have been dangerous given our inexperience.
But because we had “adult supervision” as we made mistakes and asked questions, we learned a great deal about the ins and outs of canoe camping, canoe trip planning and how to make safe decisions. I feel so much more confident and capable now and look forward to the next trip in to Algonquin Park”
Greenbilt
Backcountry camping refers to camping in Algonquin Park’s interior campsites. On our canoe trips, the guide finds the best campsite for the group. Each campsite has tent sites, a firepit, and a “thunderbox” (ie: toilet). We provide the tents, stoves, tarps, and any other equipment required to make a backcountry campsite into a backcountry palace. Water is taken from the lake and purified for drinking. All backcountry travel follows leave-no-trace principles as directed by the guide.
For our Algonquin Canoe trips which are longer than 5 days we recommend our guests have some level of camping and canoeing experience.
Voyageur Quest’s guides are skilled outdoor professionals who ensure your canoe or cabin trip is an adventure of a lifetime. On top of being well versed in the natural and cultural history of Algonquin Park, our guides are warm, personable, and service-oriented. Most are gradates of post-secondary programs related to outdoor adventure and all possess industry certification in wilderness first aid, life-guarding, and canoe instruction.
You only need to bring your personal items: clothing, toiletries, and cameras. We provide all of the equipment. A complete list of what to bring will be emailed to your after booking. You can rent sleeping bags and mattresses for a small cost. If you forget anything, do not worry: we can rent, lend, or retail whatever you need from our fully stocked outfitting store.
Voyageur Quest canoe trips are participatory by nature. This includes learning how to paddle, portage (carry canoe overland
between lakes or around rapids). The longest portage on a 3-day trip is 350m. Depending on the trip, you will paddle, portage and
camp each day while our professional wilderness guide provides leadership and instruction on all aspects of living and traveling
in the wilderness. You will be encouraged to participate in as far as you are comfortable doing so. This includes: learning how to
paddle and portage a canoe, camping comfortably, preparation and creation of delicious meals, learning about the
natural world, and the enjoyment of living in the outdoors.
Solo travelers are welcome! Our groups have up to eight guests per trip. Everyone becomes fast friends while canoeing and camping!
For canoe trips, there will be as many as eight guests plus your guide. This guest to guide ratio is an industry standard for warm, flat-water canoe trips. Our guests range in age and nationality. We do our best to sort our guests into like-demographics (ie: families together; adults together). It is not unusual for guests to be trading emails at the end of their trips – it is easy to make friends when you are having so much fun!
We provide fresh and mostly whole-foods meals that are prepared with care and skill. Whether you are in the backcountry or in our Algonquin Log Cabin, you will be served appetizers, main courses, and desserts. Our guests are consistently impressed with our elevated cuisine. Please explain in detail any special dietary needs or allergies you might have during your booking. Kid-friendly foods are added to Family Trips.
We are happy to accommodate any dietary requirement. For special diets such as vegan, gluten free or lactose free we do charge a small fee in order to properly accommodate your needs. Please be sure to describe your requirement in detail when making your booking. For severe allergies, it is recommended that you bring at least two EpiPens with you.
Absolutely! (and enjoy responsibly!)
For canoe trips: best advise is to bring liquor and/or wine. Decant glass bottles or cans into plastic containers. It is forbidden to bring glass or cans into Algonquin Park.
Nearest locations to buy alcohol:
-Voyageur Quest’s Broken Patio. Located at Algonquin Park Access Point #1
-Magnetewan Distillery. Locally made craft spirits. Located in Sundridge
-Highlander Brewery. Locally made craft beers. Located in South River. Products sold in most local LCBOs and BeerStores
-LCBO and BeerStore. South River
-General Store. Trout Creek. Small selection
We recommend all of our customers purchase CANCELLATION INSURANCE from their preferred suppliers. Please read the payment and cancellation policies below based on the adventure or product you are booking.
Voyageur Quest – Guided Trips (Canoe, Kayak, Winter Camping, Private & DOE) and Lodge-Based Adventures – Log Cabin, Cottages and Island and all Cottage and Cabin Rentls
Payment Policy. A 25% deposit with “to book” form information confirms the booking. The balance is due 30 days before the trip. Full payment is due for trips booked within 45 days of the trip date. Please note a 2.4% credit card fee is applied. We encourage e transfer or bank wire transfer wherever possible.
Cancellation Policy. Cancellation received 60 days or more prior to the trip – Full refund minus a $75.00 admin. fee. Cancellation received less than 60 days – Loss of initial deposit. Cancellation received less than 30 days – No refund will be issued without the purchase of cancellation insurance, purchased at the time of booking from your travel insurance provider.
