CANADA
The Canadian classics.
The 15 most popular canoes & kayaks tours, with what each one actually includes, who runs it, and what you will pay.
Paddle Banff’s Bow River in a Big Canoe with a guide, wildlife spotting, and light refreshments on a 1.5-hour outing.
“Jessie, our guide from Australia, made our Big Canoe Tour fun and informative. The rowing was easy and we laughed a lot as we glided along the beautiful Bow River. Saw ospreys and a bald eagle too.”
Full-day Algonquin canoeing and hiking from Toronto with Ragged Falls, Popcorn Island swim, and lookout views.
“Gorgeous day trip away from the city. Loved the canoeing, and Mike is a truly awesome guide. You can’t ask for a better day spent in nature!”
Easy 90-minute canoe on Banff's Bow River for all ages. Rockies views, wildlife chances, local stories, and lemonade—$67.
“This was an incredible example. Our guide Alex was very known and amusing. The scenery was incredible and breathtaking. I felt very safe and comfortable. I would highly recommend this trip.”
Private 6-hour sea kayaking day to Cape Chignecto’s Three Sisters, with picnic lunch, tides, and folklore-guided paddling from Advocate Harbour.
“We originally planned this trip for a Wednesday but upon arriving to Nova Scotia, we quickly realized the weather here is quite fickle.. The kayaking company called us a couple days in advance warning of wind and asked if we would be able to reschedule—we did. DEFINITELY do this excursion and prioritize it! Give yourself…”
Seal snorkeling and kayaking in Howe Sound with Pam Rocks harbor seals. Gear included, small group, hot soup and snacks.
“This was the most incredible experience! The guides were so nice and very knowledgeable. Also Kevin was a great sea captain. The seals were adorable and very playful! One jumped up in my husband’s kayak and another nosed and softly bit at my kayak paddle playing with it. The snorkeling was also super fun and…”
Small-group canoeing on Jasper’s Pyramid Lake in a cedar strip boat, with easy paddling, wildlife spotting, and warm snacks.
“Lovely, clear lake to paddle around. We learned lots about the lake history, animal habits and habitats, and local culture. Very knowledgeable and personable guide. Gorgeous scenery.”
Glide the Bow River in Banff National Park on a big canoe. No experience needed, gear included, friendly guides, great for families.
“Our guide Cam was awesome! So knowledgeable sharing lots of great info about the area. He was so much fun! The ride was so beautiful- very easy to canoe- we highly recommend it!”
90-minute big canoe wildlife tour on Banff’s Bow River. See eagles and beavers with expert guides. Family friendly, $67.
“Lovely canoe trip up the Bow River. Knowledgeable and friendly guide Jon. Picked out a bull elk on the bank”
Small-group shuttle to Moraine Lake and Lake Louise with flexible hike or canoe time, wildlife spotting drive, and easy pickups.
“The views are amazing! Something you didn’t think existed. Hikes are awesome and well worth the struggle! Our tour guide was awesome.”
Guided 6-hour Algonquin canoe trip with wildlife spotting, a scenic lookout hike, picnic lunch, swimming, and optional cliff jumps.
“We travelled with our 3 boys aged 16-21 to Canada. They ended up having a canoe to themselves which they thoroughly enjoyed. We were fortunate with the weather too and our guide Andrew seemed very knowledgeable about Read more”
Glide on Banff’s Bow River in a big canoe, with a friendly guide sharing wildlife insight and local history in about 90 minutes.
“John, our guide, knew the history and fauna associated with the Bow River and told us many interesting stories along the way. The views from the water are breathtaking!”
Ice canoe the frozen St. Lawrence in Quebec City, sip hot chocolate on the river, then warm up in a panoramic Nordic sauna.
“What a great unique adventure!! We had a wonderful afternoon paddling and scootering over the ice. The guides were exceptional and the weather was amazing. We would highly recommend ice canoeing.”
Paddle Canoe Lake, portage 300m, snack on Henrietta’s Pine Bakery, cliff jump, and hike a lookout on a 6-hour Algonquin tour.
“Goed verzorgde lunch op een mooie plek en eveneens daar waar men de lake in kon om te zwemmen, springen of duiken. Gids Diego was heel aardig en vertelde e.e.a. op specifieke plaatsen met ook enige humor. Fijne dag gehad!”
Guided sea kayaking in Tadoussac’s Saguenay Fjord from Anse-de-Roche, with wetsuit gear, wildlife chances, and dramatic cliff views.
“Activity was not bad but not the best kayaking”
Small-group Victoria Harbour kayak tour with guide-led paddling, prime downtown views of the Empress and Parliament, and all safety gear included.
“This was a wonderful experience. Our guide was great, Lee, took time with us and gave us so much history. I loved it!”
