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Custom Guided Canoe Trips
Custom guided wilderness canoe trip has been a specialty
of Algonquin Outfitters since 1961. A guided canoe trip
is ideal for families or groups of friends seeking the extra
level comfort that comes with having an experienced, personable
and knowledgeable guide accompany them.
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Each trip is custom-designed to the expectations, experience,
abilities and interests of the client. A guided trip allows
the "first-timer" to comfortably experience what,
for many, can be an intimidating and easily underestimated
wilderness environment. People with previous canoe-camping
or wilderness travel experience find that having a guide
along helps them build new skills and possibly undertake
a more challenging route than they would on their own. Families
discover that having a guide there to take care of the "nitty-gritty"
details of the trip allows them more time to enjoy and share
the special wilderness experiences found in Algonquin Park.
If this sounds like the trip for you, choose the dates
that suit you best and our Super Deluxe Complete Outfitting
package. To check availability, contact us either by telephone
(1-800-469-4948, 705-635-2243) or the on-line reservation
form below. We will help you from start to finish, from
route planning, booking permits and menu selection, right
through to the day you return from the trip, with big smiles
all around.
 Role
of the Guide
An Algonquin Park guided canoe trip is one of many different
kinds of adventure travel experiences available today. In
the "old days," a guide's role was relatively
simple: expert at everything and performer of all hard work.
These days, we anticipate that clients will want (and expect)
to take an active role in the experience and learn the techniques
of paddling and canoe-camping. The modern guide's job is
primarily one of leadership and education and, most importantly,
the guide is ultimately responsible for the safety and comfort
of the group. The physical fitness, skill level and nature
of the group will determine how much, or how little, direction
and leadership is required. We expect our guides to teach
people what they need to know, when they need to know it.
Algonquin Outfitters guides encourage clients to try their
hand at all aspects of the experience, from route finding
to washing dishes. Our hope is that your skills and confidence
will improve, so that on your next trip, you can go without
a guide!
Guide fees
The cost of the guide is shared by the group (up to eight
people with one guide). The guiding fee includes the services
of the guide and his or her food and equipment. Guided trips
must be booked at least four weeks in advance.
 Departure
Times
Available daily from May 1 to late September, guide availability
and weather conditions permitting, by advance reservation.
Includes
Featherweight carbon/Kevlar canoe (average weight 40 lbs)
• bent shaft or traditional hardwood paddles •
deluxe PFD • expedition canoe packs • self-inflating
sleeping pad • backpack stove with fuel • cookware
and utensils • grill • insect repellent •
flashlight • thwart bag • stuff sacks •
Algonquin Park Canoe Routes map • map case •
premium lightweight tent • three-season sleeping bag
and liner • insect repellent • reusable beverage
container • waterproof matches • fire starter
• first aid kit • padded camp chairs •
saw • lightweight tarp • poncho and more. Several
delicious surprises are added to the menu. We also include
informational booklets on Algonquin Park and all trip members
receive an embroidered "Algonquin Park canoe tripper"
crest.
The most valuable part of our outfitting service is the
training, advice and help that our experienced guides and
outfitters will give when custom tailoring your trip, route
and equipment to your abilities and desires. Provided for
no extra charge, this service is just one of the things
that makes any Algonquin Outfitters’
outfitting package among the finest in North America.
| Custom Guided Trips - Rates are based on a minimum
of two to a maximum of eight members, the charge for
the services of a guide is $225 per day, plus related
outfitting charges. The guiding fee includes the services
of the guide and his or her food and equipment. |
| Trip Length |
2 days |
3-4 days |
5-8 days |
9+ days |
| Departing from Oxtongue Lake |
$84.98 |
$78.98 |
$71.98 |
$64.98 |
| Departing from Opeongo or Brent |
$303.98 |
$303.98 |
$296.98 |
$289.98 |
For full pricing details, see our Outfitting
and Rental Rates.
Park permit fees are extra and are paid by the client.
We can assist with the route planning and reservation process - please call for details.
Group Size
The party must have a minimum of two or a maximum of eight.
Maximum ratio of eight clients to one guide.
What to Bring
You need only bring your own clothing and personal items.
Check our Canoe Trip Planning
page for a suggested list. And don't worry if if don't have
a particular piece of clothing or forget your toothbrush,
our stores are well stocked with camping accessories and
some great travel clothing.
Reservations
Reservations are required at least four weeks in advance,
in order to ensure permit availability. This package is
only available at the Oxtongue Lake store.A deposit of $100
per person is required to book this trip. A trip confirmation
and additional information will be emailed or faxed to you
shortly after we receive the completed form and deposit.
To reserve, indicate your first and second choices of trip
dates on the reservation form. For bookings less than four
weeks ahead, please call to check availability. Unless you
prefer to do it yourself, we will take care of all permit
reservations.
Please call 1-800-469-4948 (1-705-635-2243)
to reserve or book on-line here.
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a Reservation Now!
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