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3 Day Algonquin Park Canoe Trip - Moose & Beaver Safari

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3 Day Algonquin Park Canoe Trip - Moose & Beaver Safari

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Highlights

Come see why we are Trip Advisor's #1 ranked Algonquin Park outdoor activity since 2014.


We have guided Algonquin Park canoe trips since 1996. If you want to learn about canoe camping and observe wildlife, or fish, in Algonquin Park's deep interior, this is your best opportunity. You will paddle, portage, hike, camp, learn, relax, swim, cliff jump, feast, laugh & make friends. Let us get you intimate with nature.


Our guides are all full-time employees (never contractors) with the highest credentials & training. They have a 90% success rate for finding moose/beaver.


The food is amazing! Our local organic farm provides much of the produce for your meals. A Henrietta's Pine Bakery sandwich starts off your adventure. We make s'mores over the fire.


The program is participatory in nature, so group members share in campsite chores and help carry gear.


A minimum of 2 guests per booking is required for this trip. If you are a solo traveller please contact us prior to booking.

Itinerary

Going Deep Into The Wilderness - Getting To Our Campsite
  • Algonquin Provincial Park

    10 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Meet you guide on Canoe Lake beach. Get to know your fellow group members (and new best friends from around the world) over lunch. After instruction from your guide, paddle together into the Algonquin interior (about 15km/4 hours). There is a 300m portage and a large beaver dam to cross. Upon arrival at our gorgeous wilderness campsite, we will set up camp and collect firewood. Participants can relax in hammocks or swim while your guide/chef prepare dinner. After dinner, we relax by the fire with S'mores and story telling.
  • Canoe Lake Access Point

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    This is where we meet, eat lunch and receive canoe training.
  • Tom Thomson Memorial

    We pass by on our paddle across Canoe Lake.
  • Accommodations
    Tent, air pad (over 120kg gets foam), sleeping bag (and a fresh liner), soft pillow case (make pillow w/your clothing)
    Food And Drinks
    Lunch - A gourmet sandwich from the world famous Henrietta's Pine Bakery & fruit (usually strawberries, sometimes our apples)
    Dinner - Salad, honey-garlic beef (filet mignon & rib eye) over spaghetti w/veggies (usually local from our farm), sweet dessert
Exploring Algonquin Park's Backcountry - Looking For Wildlife
  • Algonquin Provincial Park

    14 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Your paradise day begin with an epic breakfast. Swim, paddle, read in your hammock, hike, take photographs for National Geographic submission or just relax to the sound of loon calls. Your guide can show you the best places to fish, photograph or practice solo canoe strokes. Usually, the group decides to go on a morning 3-5km hike. After lunch, there is usually some hammock time and lake swimming. We usually go paddle in search of moose and beaver around dusk. Dinner is followed another campfire to roast our remaining marshmallows. Star gazing will be the best you have ever seen. And, your guide will howl for wolves. If we are lucky, they might respond.
  • Accommodations
    Tent, air pad (over 120kg gets foam), sleeping bag (and a fresh liner), soft pillow case (make pillow w/your clothing)
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast - Fresh ground/percolated coffee/tea, orange slices, eggs, meat (bacon/deli), home fried potatoes, cheese
    Lunch - Varies - Hot dogs & beans w/naan bread or Tuna Macaroni & cheese or deli meat/veggie/cheese wraps. Fruit dessert.
    Dinner - Chicken teriyaki, veggies (usually from our local farm), Japanese rice/lentil/quinoa. Sweet dessert. Tea/hot chocolate
Returning Home Connected To Nature - Memories For A Lifetime
  • Algonquin Provincial Park

    6 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Participants will pack up supplies while your guide prepares a memorable breakfast. Now that everyone is a confident canoe master, the paddle back (about 15km) to Canoe Lake beach will be easier. A short hike to a scenic lookout or cliff jumping/swimming will provide a nice view from up high. We return back to the beach by 2pm. Free tour photos will provide memories for a lifetime. IMPORTANT THINGS TO NOTE: 1) No Smoking (bring dermal, chewable or vape options, if required) 2) Only small amounts of alcohol (128ml per person, total for the trip). No glass bottles or cans. 3) No flip-flops. 4) Only use cream or wipes style insect repellant (never bring aerosol or pump sprays). Remember, we have bug jackets. 5) Canoe safari boats seat 3 and each group of 9 people takes 3 boats. Depending on group configuration, families and couples may periodically need to paddle in different boats (but all travelling together). 6) Tents are private on this group adventure. Solo travellers will get a solo tent. 7) Bus transport to/from Huntsville is possible on Ontario Northland. An overnight stay in Huntsville is required. A $40 per person shuttle can be arranged to the park (let us know, in advance, if you need this). We can hold extra baggage if you come by bus. Other group members can usually give a free lift back to Huntsville. Or, another shuttle can be arranged. 8) Fishing - You can bring your own gear. Or, we rent gear for $50CAD, plus 13% tax, per person (let us know, in advance, if you need this). A fishing permit is also required if over 18. They can be bought at our meeting location for $26.40CAD/day. 9) We also rent the following items: 30l waterproof backpack ($20CAD, plus 13% tax), 15l camera/day drybag ($10CAD, plus 13% tax), travel towel ($5CAD, plus 13% tax) and flashlights (free). Let us know, in advance, if you require any of these items. 10) Packing - a 30l backpack or duffle, per person, should hold all your clothes. Families/couples can use larger bags. An extra small day bag for rain/sun protection, water and camera is also suggested. Place two large garbage bags, inside your pack, before you pack any clothing. This will protect the contents from extended rain or water in the canoe. 11) What to bring: - Rain jacket (pants are definitely recommended). A dollar store poncho will not work. If it rains for hours/days, you will need good rain gear. - 2 pairs of shoes. One for safe walking in water (water shoes, sport sandals, old runners). And another for hiking and campsite. No flip-flops. - 2 sets of outer clothes. One on your back and one in the bag. Long sleeve & loose fitting synthetic clothes are best for drying quick and protecting from sun/insects/scratches. Black tights are the worst. - Sun hat, glasses, cream and lip protection - swim suit & towel - flashlight - book - camera or binoculars
  • Food And Drinks
    Breakfast - Fresh ground & percolated coffee, orange slices, the best blueberry pancakes ever, pure local maple syrup
    Lunch - Multigrain bagel with peanut butter and jam, fruit dessert

What's included

INCLUDED

Souvenir water bottle
Gourmet camp cuisine with organic produce from our local farm
Great bass & trout fishing (90% success - bring your own kit or rent)
Lunch (3)
Dinner (2)
Small group size (usually 8 participants with 1 guide)
Breakfast (2)
Professional Guide (advanced naturalist training, WFR & food handling certified)
Vehicle parking & camping permits
An education and intimate connection to Algonquin Park
Wildlife observation (moose & beaver - 90% success)
Best campsites in Algonquin Park
High quality tour photos (via Facebook)
Canoe gear - canoe (3 people per), paddle, life jacket, safety kit
Wild berries & other edibles (in season)
New friends from around the world
Cliff jumping (optional), swimming in clean lakes & hiking
Bug jacket for each participant & mesh dining shelter, if required
Camping gear - tent, air pad (foam, if over 120kg), sleeping bag (with fresh liner) & pillow
Hammock for each participant

NOT INCLUDED

Guide tip (5-10% of tour cost; please bring cash)
Flash light, towel, fishing kit, backpack or duffle bag (rentable)

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Additional information

Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Simple eating restrictions (vegetarian, nut free, lactose free, no pork) be accommodated (if you advise us in advance)?
Advanced eating restrictions (Vegan and gluten free) can be accommodated for $50CAD, plus 13% tax. Contact us, in advance, to make arrangements.
If you have any health issues (diabetes, heart, etc.) or serious allergies, please advise us.

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