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Book Your 3-Day Algonquin Park Canoe Adventure in Ontario’s Wilderness Region
Embark on a three-day guided wilderness canoe trip in Algonquin Park, located in Ontario's Wilderness Region of Ontario, where you’ll paddle your own canoe across pristine lakes, swim in clear water, and cook over a campfire while sleeping in tents deep in the forest; small group sizes ensure a true backcountry experience and a good chance to spot moose, deer, bears, or even wolves. Your experienced guide teaches essential camping skills and supplies all required camping equipment, and all meals are included so you can focus on the paddling, the wildlife viewing, and the peaceful natural setting in Algonquin Park.
About this activity in Ontario's Wilderness Region
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
if you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
if you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
if you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
if you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Highlights
- Three-day guided wilderness canoe trip in Algonquin Park - paddle your own canoe across pristine lakes and sleep in tents under the stars.
- Small group sizes and an experienced guide who provides all required camping equipment and teaches practical backcountry skills.
- All meals included so you can focus on swimming, wildlife viewing and campfire cooking in the heart of the park.
- Strong chance to spot moose, deer, bears or wolves while exploring the region’s remote lakes and forested waterways.
Important Information
- You must be in good physical shape: this is an active, multi-day canoe trip that requires paddling, portaging and camping stamina.
- Minimum age is 8; children must be accompanied by an adult. The trip operates in all weather-dress in layers and prepare for changing conditions.
- Park fees, a professional guide, meals and two nights of tent accommodation are included; gratuities and parking permit are not included.
- Vegetarian meals are available - please add dietary needs in the “special requirements” field at checkout so the guide can accommodate you.
Meeting Point
Meet at the designated Algonquin Park rendezvous point listed in your booking confirmation. Plan to arrive 15 minutes early so the group can check gear and depart on time; exact coordinates and any last-minute instructions will be sent after you book.
Includes
- All national park fees are covered so you can focus on exploring Ontario's Wilderness Region without extra entry charges.
- A professional guide accompanies your trip, giving you local insight and safe navigation through the backcountry.
- Meals are included as per the itinerary - breakfast (b), lunch (l) and dinner (d) - so you’ll have energy for trails and activities.
- Two nights’ accommodation in tents is provided, offering an authentic overnight experience in the region’s wilderness.
Excludes
- Gratuities are not included; please plan to tip your guide and staff directly if you wish to acknowledge their service.
- Parking permit is not included, so you’ll need to arrange or purchase parking locally if required.
Other
- You should have a high level of physical fitness to fully enjoy the activities and terrain in this destination.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult; the minimum age for participants is 8 years old.
- The experience operates in all weather conditions - dress appropriately for the season and come prepared for the elements.
- A vegetarian meal option is available; please advise dietary needs at the time of booking using the "special requirements" field at checkout.
Customer Reviews
10/10
Based on 8 Reviews
Summary:
I went on a 3-day canoe trip with Call of the Wild. I had a wonderful time. Allan, our guide, was extremely knowledgeable and patient. This was my first backcountry experience. As a solo traveler, I was accommodated in an already formed group of 5 people. Teh started from Shall Lake access point. We spent one night each at Farm Lake and Booth Lake before heading back to the starting location. The entire trip was well planned and executed. Allan kept us in good spirits and made sure the mood was cheerful. I really appreciate Call of the Wild taking care of my Halal dietary preference and catering to it. Overall, a solid 5-star tour company.
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Summary:
We really enjoyed the 3 days canoe trip with Robin and Amanda. We were 5 guests including a family of 3, with whom we really got along.
The trip consisted in canoeing, portage and preparing the camp (food, campfire ...). As this was our first camping trip, Robin took the time to explain us everything very patiently about camp life, Algonquin wildlife and canoeing skills. We really enjoyed the canoeing part even if the windy weather made it a bit hard sometimes. We could observe wildlife (loones, bald eagles, chipmunks, frogs, and even a glimpse of a wolf !). The food cooked by Robin was delicious (fajitas, pasta, bagels, fruits, porridge...) and he carefully adapted to everyone's food restrictions.
Algonquin Park is splendid, overall it was a wonderful experience, we definitely recommend it.
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Summary:
The tour itself was great, a few days to just be. Our group was small, just 3 guests and Robin, the owner who was our guide. Everyone was nice and helpful, and on more of the quiet side, so we had some friendly conversation, but mostly just soaked in sounds of the water and nature. The whole experience wasn't strenuous, we had time and energy to swim a little, read and just be and enjoy.
The amount of canoeing was light, maybe 2-3 hours the first day as we were searching for a campsite. Robin was bit disgruntled, that he couldn't take us to the best campsite, as that was already taken, but ours was completely fine in an island pine grove with a prepared campfire place, flat places to set our tents - between two other campsites (people there were nice and quiet, didn't bother us at all outside of a friendly visit from a small pup😊). So if this was the "worst" I am happy to say it was still better than a lot of wild camping sites I have experienced.
We set up camp, and for nearly each meal had a nice fire going. Each meal was freshly prepared, tasty and Call of the wild made sure that my complex dietary restrictions were met without excluding me to a special diet - I want to stress here, that this is exceptional, and thoughtful, and thank you Robin & team!
Second day we did a bit more light canoeing, maybe 4-5 hours worth (we voted for a longer paddle, could have choosen a shorter trip), with a 1 km portage to a nother lake (same 1 km back), a packed lunch, a nice swim.
The last day we had a morning fire for breakfast, packed up camp and paddled maybe 1,5 hours back to our starting point.
We didn't see moose or bears, but met a couple of loons, red squirrels, a lot of chipmunks and some huge frogs. If we had any questions about the park or animals, vegetation, Robin was very knowledgeable.
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You’ll paddle your own canoe across pristine lakes, swim, cook over a campfire, and sleep in tents deep in the forest. Small group sizes and an experienced guide ensure an authentic wilderness canoe trip experience with taught camping skills and all required camping equipment provided.
The small-group wilderness setting in Algonquin Park offers opportunities to see moose, deer, bears or even wolves, as you paddle and camp in natural lakes and forest habitat-sightings depend on wildlife activity during your trip.
You don’t need to bring core camping equipment-the experienced guide provides all required camping gear and teaches the camping skills you need. You should bring personal items and dress appropriately for all weather conditions.
Yes. The trip includes national park fees, a professional guide, all meals as per the itinerary, and two nights’ accommodation in tents. Gratuities and a parking permit are not included.
You should have a high level of physical fitness to participate, and the minimum age is 8 years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
A vegetarian option is available; please advise dietary requirements at the time of booking using the special requirements field at checkout so meals can be arranged for your Algonquin Park trip.
