Active Canada: Canoeing Quebec's Rivers & Lakes

Active Canada: Canoeing Quebec's Rivers & Lakes

• Trip code: 441X027
• Dauer: 8
• Stil: Active

Get ready to channel your inner 18th-century explorer and follow the literal wake of the La Vérendrye brothers on an authentic wilderness paddling adventure. Inspired by the voyageurs who once travelled these waterways, this trip celebrates canoeing as it was meant to be: deep in the wild, navigating interconnected lakes, and mastering the art of the portage. After a few nights of camping under the stars and listening to the local loons, you’ll trade the tent for a lakeside hotel to reflect on a truly Canadian experience shaped by exploration, adventure, and the timeless freedom of the canoe.

Übersicht

Accommodation

Hotel (2 nts), participation wilderness camping (5 nts)

Checklist

Cold Weather:
• Long-sleeved shirts or sweater
• Scarf
• Warm gloves
• Warm hat
• Warm layers
• Warm waterproof jacket

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Eastern Canada Camping:
• Water Shoes (required) (closed toed sandals or old running shoes for daily use while canoeing)
• Bug net/ bug spray
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Dry Bag (Very light, soft day pack/dry pack or bag.)
• Sleeping bag and liner, 4 season
• Small travel towel
• Socks
• Sunscreen
• Thermal base layer
• Toiletries (Preferably biodegradable)
• Travel pillow
• Your own inflatable sleeping pad (or you can use the one provided)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Group Leader

Depending on group size, 1 or 2 CEOs (Chief Experience Officer) throughout

Group Size Notes

Max 12, Avg. 8

Highlights

Canoe through pristine lakes and waterways once travelled by Canada’s early explorers, Experience true backcountry camping beneath the stars in remote wilderness settings, Disconnect and immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the Canadian wild, Relax and reflect with a stay at a scenic lakeside hotel after your canoe adventure

Introduction

Get ready to channel your inner 18th-century explorer and follow the literal wake of the La Vérendrye brothers on an authentic wilderness paddling adventure. Inspired by the voyageurs who once travelled these waterways, this trip celebrates canoeing as it was meant to be: deep in the wild, navigating interconnected lakes, and mastering the art of the portage. After a few nights of camping under the stars and listening to the local loons, you’ll trade the tent for a lakeside hotel to reflect on a truly Canadian experience shaped by exploration, adventure, and the timeless freedom of the canoe

Meals Included

7 Frühstück, 5 Mittagessen, 5 Abendessen

Meal Budget

Plane USD105-140 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Optional Activities

Saint-Hippolyte
- Optional Activity Packages at Your Hotel

Start / Finish

von Montreal

Transport

Private vehicle, canoe

What's Included

Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen. Four day canoe circuit in La Vérendrye Wildlife Reserve. Canoes and Paddles. Self-inflating mattresses and dome tents. Free time in Saint-Hippolyte. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Internationale Flüge

No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour.

However, on some combo tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your GCO or booking agent for further details.

In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport

Minimum Age

Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre

Itinerary

Day 1 Montreal/Réserve faunique La Vérendrye

After a brief welcome meeting with your CEO, depart for La Vérendrye Wildlife Reserve. Upon arrival, settle into your rustic lakeside camp, where you will prepare and pack equipment for tomorrow's departure. In the evening, gather for dinner around the campfire, sharing a memorable first meal together under the open sky

Day 2 Réserve faunique La Vérendrye

After breakfast, break down your campsite and get ready for the day ahead. Your CEO will guide you through essential canoeing techniques and safety procedures. In the afternoon, set off on your thrilling 4-day adventure, canoeing across lakes and experiencing the beauty of wild camping along the way

Day 3 Réserve faunique La Vérendrye

Wake up surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, starting the day with breakfast by the water before breaking down camp and loading the canoes. Journey deeper into the reserve, moving through quiet waterways framed by forest and open lakes. Along the way, pause for lunch either on a peaceful lakeshore or in the canoe while keeping an eye out for wildlife such as moose standing in the shallows, beavers slipping silently across the water, and bald eagles circling overhead, with the occasional black bear spotted along the shore. Arrive at a new remote lakeside campsite, where evenings are spent cooking by the water, gathering around a campfire, and ending the day stargazing beneath open skies, creating a true backcountry experience in the heart of the wilderness

Day 4 Réserve faunique La Vérendrye

Wake up surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, starting the day with breakfast by the water before breaking down camp and loading the canoes. Journey deeper into the reserve, moving through quiet waterways framed by forest and open lakes. Along the way, pause for lunch either on a peaceful lakeshore or in the canoe while keeping an eye out for wildlife such as moose standing in the shallows, beavers slipping silently across the water, and bald eagles circling overhead, with the occasional black bear spotted along the shore. Arrive at a new remote lakeside campsite, where evenings are spent cooking by the water, gathering around a campfire, and ending the day stargazing beneath open skies, creating a true backcountry experience in the heart of the wilderness

Day 5 Réserve faunique La Vérendrye

Wake up surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, starting the day with breakfast by the water before breaking down camp and loading the canoes. Journey deeper into the reserve, moving through quiet waterways framed by forest and open lakes. Along the way, pause for lunch either on a peaceful lakeshore or in the canoe while keeping an eye out for wildlife such as moose standing in the shallows, beavers slipping silently across the water, and bald eagles circling overhead, with the occasional black bear spotted along the shore. Arrive at a new remote lakeside campsite, where evenings are spent cooking by the water, gathering around a campfire, and ending the day stargazing beneath open skies, creating a true backcountry experience in the heart of the wilderness

Day 6 Réserve faunique La Vérendrye/Saint-Hippolyte

After breakfast, breakdown camp and paddle the final stretch, if needed. Then transfer to St-Hippolyte, stopping en route to enjoy a well-earned poutine. Upon arrival, settle into a lakeside hotel to relax and take in the memories from your canoeing venture

Day 7 Saint-Hippolyte

Enjoy breakfast at the inn, followed by a full day at leisure to take advantage of on-site amenities and nearby experiences

Day 8 Saint-Hippolyte/Montreal

After breakfast at the hotel, journey back to Montreal from Saint-Hippolyte where the tour ends on arrival

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Montreal/Réserve faunique La Vérendrye

Day 2 Réserve faunique La Vérendrye

Day 3 Réserve faunique La Vérendrye

Day 4 Réserve faunique La Vérendrye

Day 5 Réserve faunique La Vérendrye

Day 6 Réserve faunique La Vérendrye/Saint-Hippolyte

Day 7 Saint-Hippolyte

Day 8 Saint-Hippolyte/Montreal