Algonquin Park Private Canoe Trip
Private Algonquin Canoe Trip
Canoe trip through Algonquin Park's northwest corner
Algonquin Park canoe trip
Our Algonquin canoe trip operation is located at Algonquin Park Access Point # 1. While the north west corner of Algonquin is our home, our reach extends to all of Algonquin and beyond. Our favorite route travels across the top or down the centre and more remote sections of Algonquin. If you need help with a self-guided Algonquin Park canoe trip, Voyageur Outfitting, can take care of all your canoe outfitting needs.
Customized to You
Looking to go outside of Algonquin Park? Our guides and operational know how reach to most rivers, lakes and Parks of Ontario. Talk to our office about paddling down the French River in a Voyageur canoe, trout fishing in Algonquin Park, or for the intrepid: Pukaskwa and Wabakimi Parks! Start or finish your trip with a stay at our Algonquin Log Cabin, Cottage Outpost, Island Retreat, or Lakeside Cabin.
What's included
All the canoe and camping equipment, park permits, and tasty meals.
Private trips tailored for your group or family
Private trips can start when it works best for you. Unique routes, destinations, unique group size, ages - you name it, we would be pleased to shape for you.
Options - add on a night before or after your trip
Nothing beats starting a canoe trip at sunrise. Morning mist, moose and a spectacular sunrise before your first breakfast. Our suggestion, arrive the night before, meet your guide and enjoy a BBQ dinner at the Broken Paddle Patio. Sleep in one of our lakeside cabins and start your trip at first light. Or finish the trip with a sauna and deluxe meal at the Algonquin Log Cabin. Two options of many to factor in
Backcountry Gourmet
Whether cooked over a fire in the or camp stoves, meals with Voyageur Quest are a big deal. Chef Nik is fantastic at specialty diets. Like with other aspects of a Private trip, the menu can be tailored to your taste.
All Equipment Included
We'll provide 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.
Dates and Rates
Dates and Rates
Availability
Flexible Dates
June- September 2025
Pricing & Options
- 2 Nights Camping Accommodation
- All Meals
- Services of a Professional Guide
- All Permits and Equipment
- Camping Accommodation
- All Meals
- Services of a professional guide
- All permits and equipment
- 4 Nights Log Cabin Accommodation
- All Meals
- Services of a Professional Guide
- All Equipment and Park Permits
- Camping Accommodation
- All Meals
- Services of a professional guide
- All permits and equipment
Client Testimonials
“I could not have had a better canoe trip than I did with Voyageur Quest. The environment, the pace of activity, the food and equipment, the company, and particularly Evan’s (the guide) skills and affability made the trip quite excellent.”
Brent
“This trip was fantastic! didn’t know what to expect before coming. The organization is perfect. Alex, our guide was very nice, professional and and really good cooker!”
Thibault
FAQs for Private Canoe Trip
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.
No, you don’t. All of our guides are experienced instructors and will show you the ropes.
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). 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.
However, there is a lot of flexibility on private canoe trips. Talk to our office about the option to upgrade to Safari Service.
You do not require any prior experience. We host a range of guests from first-timers to grizzled outdoors people every week. Our pace is relaxed and the objective is to have fun, slow down, and leave plenty of time to explore the beauty of the Park.
You should be able to be active for up to four hours (walking pace) at a time. While travelling in the backcountry, we make frequent stops for snacks, hydration, toilet, and to admire the gorgeous views!
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.
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