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New for 2025 – Island Fall Colours Adventure

New for 2025: Island Fall Colour Adventure This fall, Voyageur Quest is excited to introduce a brand-new experience for 2025: the Island Fall Colour Adventure. Designed as a three-day, all-inclusive retreat, this trip is perfect for those seeking a comfortable adventure that combines the best of Algonquin’s autumn beauty with cozy island living. A Comfortable Island Escape Settle into Hondoo

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Fall Colour Wellness Adventure

October 17-19, 2025 Wellness comes from connecting deeply with yourself, with others, and with the natural world around you. Our wellness trips are designed to offer the opportunity to reset, recharge, and rediscover balance in the heart of Algonquin Park’s stunning wilderness. Step away from the noise of everyday life and into the calming embrace of Ontario’s most iconic wilderness.

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What is the best month to go on an Algonquin Park Canoe Trip?

Choosing the best time for a canoe trip in Algonquin Park depends on what kind of experience you’re after. Here’s a quick guide to what each season offers: Spring (May-June): May kicks off the season with ice-free lakes, perfect for trout fishing and wildlife spotting. The first three weeks of May are not buggy, offering a pleasant experience without the

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Looking for the perfect cottage near Algonquin Park?

Our lakefront cottages are located at Algonquin Park access # 1. You can’t get closer to Algonquin Park than being right at its western boundary! Nestled on private, off-the-grid lakefront properties, these cottages provide seclusion and first-class opportunities to paddle into Algonquin Park. In addition to our Algonquin location, what makes our Cottages stand out is the option to customize

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Hondoo Island Cottage rental in spring

Last Minute Specials for Canada Day!

What are you doing for the holiday weekend? Canada Day is on a Tuesday this year. Why not start the long weekend with a cottage adventure? Have a big group? Our Algonquin Nipissing cottage is ideal for large groups. The cottage includes two cabins with a total of six bedrooms, three bathrooms, a stone terrace with a fire pit, a

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Algonquin Winter 3 night Expedtion

3-night  winter expedition at Algonquin Northwest corner  Feb 6 – 9, 2025 Are you ready for a winter adventure like no other?  Embark on a thrilling 3-day expedition to the breathtaking northwest corner of Algonquin Park! From the cozy Algonquin Log Cabin, snowshoe through pristine, frozen landscapes, hauling toboggans across snow-covered trails. By night, rest comfortably in heated canvas tents,

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Stew and Brew Winter Retreat

Stew and Brew Winter Adventure

This classic winter culinary adventure is back! Get ready for a winter retreat that satisfies both your adventurous spirit and your taste buds! Back for the 2025 season, the Algonquin Stew and Brew Winter Retreat offers the perfect blend of outdoor fun and culinary indulgence.  Spend your weekend snowshoeing and skiing through the beautiful winter landscapes, then warm up with

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Algonquin Snowshoe Lodge to Lodge

Step into an unforgettable, authentic winter adventure! This upcoming winter season, prepare for an exhilarating Lodge-to-Lodge Snowshoe Weekend designed for those who crave the thrill of the outdoors and the comfort of cozy lodges. Journey through the untouched, snowy wilderness from Surprise Lake to Kawawaymog Lake, traversing pristine landscapes and exploring hidden forest lookouts. After a full day of snowshoeing

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Wellness adventure with natural cold water plunge

Winter Culinary and Wellness Weekend Adventure

Escape to a Winter Wonderland at Algonquin Park! Join us Feb 7 – 9, 2025 for this special weekend. Experience the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation this winter with our Culinary & Wellness Weekend at Algonquin Park. Embrace the “good life” as you snowshoe, ski, and unwind in a wood-fired sauna, followed by a refreshing plunge into pristine winter

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Algonquin Big Ski

For 2025, we’re taking winter adventure to the next level. Imagine a vast, snow-covered backcountry where the only tracks you’ll see are your own. This isn’t your typical weekend getaway—this is for the bold, the fearless, and the hearty skiers who crave thrilling descents and long, challenging days on their skis. Set against the stunning backdrop of Algonquin Park, each

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Morning paddle with at Algonquin Park

What’s Included in the Algonquin Log Cabin “All-Inclusive” Adventure?

At Voyageur Quest, our Lodge-based trips offer more than just meals and accommodation. Our “all-inclusive” Algonquin Log Cabin adventures are packed with value and include cozy Log Cabin accommodations, delicious meals, and guided excursions. Discover below what’s included in the Algonquin Log Cabin “All-Inclusive” Adventure: Algonquin Log Cabin “All-Inclusive” Adventure Excursions Your Algonquin Log Cabin “All-Inclusive” adventure includes guided canoeing,

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Duke of Edinburgh Fall Hiking Adventures in Southern Ontario

As the leaves turn to gold and the air crisps with the promise of autumn, there’s no better time to embark on your Duke of Edinburgh Bronze and Silver Fall Hiking Adventures in Southern Ontario. Offering both the convenience of being near the GTA and natural beauty, these two distinct expeditions provide opportunities for personal growth and outdoor exploration that

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Which Algonquin Canoe Trip is best for me?

Choosing an Algonquin Canoe trip becomes easier when you consider a few important factors. Here are some questions (and possible answers) that should help. Guided all-inclusive Algonquin canoe trip or do-it-yourself (DIY)? An all-inclusive guided canoe trip is a great choice for new paddlers seeking instruction and those who prefer the convenience of arriving and having everything prepared for them.

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Algonquin Exciting Romantic Culinary Adventures Await

Looking for a unique Romantic Adventure? Our Algonquin Romantic Culinary Adventures include gourmet meals crafted by Chef Nik using fresh local ingredients paired with days filled with paddling, hiking, skiing, or snowshoeing through the stunning wilderness. It’s like stepping into a foodie’s paradise surrounded by nature’s beauty. Our latest Romantic Culinary adventure features a spring stay at picturesque Hondoo Island.

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More Fun on an Algonquin Log Cabin Adventure

Algonquin Log Cabin Adventures features guided canoe and hiking excursions, great meals, and a cozy cabin vibe. These all-inclusive three-day trips offer great value and are filled with fun and exciting excursions. Here are some of the highlights. Learning how to canoe and exploring Surprise Lake is fun and spectacular! No experience is required on an Algonquin Log Cabin Adventure,

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Easy Transport to Algonquin Park from Toronto

2 Daily Departures from Toronto to  Algonquin Park Access Point #1 Board the Algonquin Park Bus at transit-accessible stops across the Toronto area or Pearson International Airport, embarking on your adventure any day of the year. Ontario Northland offers twice-daily return and departure routes from Toronto, while Northern Airport Passenger Service connects you to Pearson International Airport. Book your bus transport

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Our Algonquin Cottage stays offer more adventure!

  Location, location, location! Our four private cottage rentals are located on Kawawaymog Lake at Algonquin Access Point 1, Ontario. Designed for adventurers seeking a retreat into nature’s embrace, our Algonquin cottage rentals offer an unparalleled gateway to the wonders of Algonquin Park. Hondoo Island Photo GalleryNipissing Cottage Photo GalleryManitou Photo GalleryAlgonquin Island Retreat Photo Gallery Here’s why our Algonquin

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Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm 416-486-3605 or toll free at 1 800-794-9660

Location

Voyageur Quest operates at Algonquin's North West corner When checking in for a trip, visit our office at Algonquin Park Access Point #1. GPS Co-Ordinates: Outfitter: 45.922151, -79.184819 Log Cabin: 45.956722, -79.233316 Cottage Outpost: 45.915361, -79.185695