Top Ontario Kayaking Tours

We take you to the places where you can relax and enjoy natural scenery. You will be able to see Toronto from the new perspective.

What sets Step It Up Adventures apart is our commitment to private, personalized outdoor experiences. Unlike other companies that offer pre-set tours, with us, you hire your own personal guide who curates a trip to suit your unique interests. Our handpicked locations (Algonquin, McCrae Lake, Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands, Massasauga, Killarney, Temagami, Lake Superior & Pukaskwa) are complemented by guides who bring many years of backcountry expertise to every trip. With deep familiarity with the landscape and a passion for the outdoors, our team ensures a safe, immersive, and unforgettable trip for your couples getaway, weekend with friends or family trip with the children. Upon booking your trip we will reach out to you to learn about the experience you are seeking - Locations & Interests. We will then discuss which location and route will be best suited to meet your vision of the perfect backcountry trip; then provide you with an itinerary and meal plan for discussion.

Prebook your admission ticket to the Skylon Tower and soak up stunning views of Niagara Falls. A glass-enclosed elevator—‘Ride to the Top’—speeds you up to the observation decks in seconds. From your vantage point located 775 feet (236 meters) above the falls, snap photos of Horseshoe and American Falls, the Great Gorge, and Niagara River. The Revolving Dining Room and the Summit Suite Buffet offer sumptuous meal options. Visit at night to see the illuminated falls or check out the seasonal fireworks displays.

Discover one of the world’s most famous waterfalls on this Niagara Falls day tour from Toronto. Take a scenic drive along the Niagara Parkway with your guide. Admire top regional attractions such as the floral clock. Enjoy numerous photo stops including the Niagara Whirlpool and the Niagara River viewpoint. Spend about three hours exploring the Niagara Falls site and marvel at the swirling, surging flow.

Enjoy an unforgettable view of Niagara Falls from 175 feet (53 meters) in the air, on the Niagara SkyWheel, Canada’s largest observation wheel. With this prepaid ticket, you can ride the giant Ferris wheel at a time that suits you, whether you want to beat the crowds for a morning view, watch the sunset over the falls, or admire the illuminated falls after dark.

Explore Algonquin Park’s northwest corner and howl for wolves, hike to scenic lookouts, and dip your paddle into the fresh water of Surprise Lake. Finish each day relaxing on the dock, in the sauna or in front of the fireplace. On top of the accommodation and tasty home-cooked meals, the 3-day Log Cabin Adventure features unique guided excursions by canoe and on foot. The Algonquin Log Cabin is the ultimate wilderness retreat. Unlike the Park’s Highway 60 corridor, the only way into Algonquin from this corner is by foot or canoe. Up here there are fewer people in the pristine wilderness. The Algonquin Log Cabin is located off-the-grid and does not have electricity, which increases its cozy and unique character.

Toronto Island is the only island chain in Western Lake Ontario, it has a diverse collection of plants and wildlife, and holds deep history dating back to the first native American people. Did you know the location for Toronto, then called York, was chosen due to the prime natural harbour created by the Toronto Island, then a peninsula? Wards and Algonquin Island are some of the oldest neighbourhoods in the city and some of their ancestors are still here today.

Toronto Island is the only island chain in Western Lake Ontario. It has a diverse collection of plants and wildlife, and holds deep history dating back to the first native American people. Toronto Islands are a perfect nature escape from the busy city while having the best view of the city skyline. Did you know the location for Toronto, then called York, was chosen due to the prime natural harbour created by the Toronto Island, then a peninsula? Wards and Algonquin Island are some of the oldest neighbourhoods in the city and some of their ancestors are still here today.

We paddle a unique canoe, whole group in the same boat with the guide. Explore special places on the Toronto Islands. Best city skyline views right from your canoe seat.

The Rideau Canal links Canada’s capital—Ottawa—with majestic Lake Ontario. On this tour, cruise in comfort along the UNESCO World Heritage–listed waterway and admire sweeping views over top attractions including the Canadian Museum of Nature, Château Laurier, Dow’s Lake, and the National Arts Centre. Along the way, listen as your guide sheds light on centuries of colorful Canadian history.

Experience the swirling currents of the mighty Niagara River without getting wet on this Niagara jet-boat adventure. Hop aboard your domed jet-boat and zoom out into the choppy river with your guide. **Please note that we do not see Niagara Falls from our tour**

Experience Niagara Falls from land and air on this small-group tour. Fly over the falls on a helicopter ride; get close to them on the seasonal boat tour; and feel the power on the Journey Behind the Falls walk. Round-trip hotel pickup in Niagara Falls, Ontario is included for a seamless experience.

Get to know Toronto’s Distillery District on this walking tour that’s easy on the wallet. A guide takes you around the Victorian Industrial architecture, sharing history and entertaining anecdotes along the way. Hear about business intrigue and the company that became the world's largest distillery.

To visit Niagara Falls the easy way from Toronto, join this guided tour, with departures year-round. Sit back and enjoy the views of the Ontario countryside on the drive to Niagara Falls, passing wine country and scenic Niagara-on-the-Lake. Enjoy three hours to tour Niagara Falls independently or upgrade to jump on board the unmissable Niagara City cruise, which takes you right to the base of the falls.

Learn to Back Country Camp/Trip: Location: North Simcoe/South Muskoka (based in Collingwood) Are you eager to get away from the busy campgrounds and start camping in the back country? Step it Up Adventures is here to give you the knowledge and skills to plan and navigate your first hiking or paddling trip in the back country. Our sessions are private and customized to meet your learning needs/interests. We provide the expertise and all required equipment for these sessions. stepitupadventures.ca

Discover Niagara, the birthplace of Ontario's modern wine industry, on this guided wine-tasting tour. Spend an afternoon sampling some of the area's world-class, award-winning wines. Visit three separate wineries with select tastings at each. Learn how wine is made — from vine to wine — and meet the winemaker (if available) to talk about the process. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included from Niagara-on-the-Lake or Niagara Falls accommodations.

Experience the best of Niagara’s wine country on this fun and casual group tour, including tastings and transportation. Visit several wineries, enjoying multiple complimentary tastings, time to shop, and a relaxed lunch stop (own expense). With round-trip transportation, a friendly guide, and plenty of opportunities to explore, this tour offers a perfect blend of wine and scenic charm without worrying about driving.

Get to know the best of Niagara Falls on this tour. Visit some of the area’s top attractions, like the incredible view from the top of the Skylon Tower, then head across the border to get front and center with the water on an exciting Maid of the Mist cruise. When Maid of the Mist is not running, embark on the thrilling Journey Behind the Falls excursion. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Niagara Falls (Ontario and New York) included.

The Niagara region may be best known for its famous waterfalls, but the surrounding countryside offers the perfect conditions for grapevines to thrive. On this tour, travel in comfort to Niagara wineries with your guide and sample some of the delicate wines in production. With lunch plus pickup and drop-off at your Niagara Falls or Niagara-on-the-Lake accommodation included, learn what makes Niagara wines so special.