Top Ontario Stand Up Paddleboarding

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.

Cruise through the 1000 Islands on a small boat, allowing access to narrow channels and inlets the bigger boats can’t get to. This tour takes you past mansions and cottages, between the shipping channels on the St. Lawrence Seaway, and along the historic Brockville waterfront. Learn about the history and the people of the area while you enjoy the scenery of the “Jewel of the St. Lawrence”.

Our SUP Yoga classes take place in Sunfish Cut, a popular lookout point with a spectacular view. Doing SUP Yoga on the Island is a unique and rare experience. We make the most of such a short summer season by offering 17 sessions from June to September. Our hope is that you have a spiritual experience every time you get on the water and that you leave feeling refreshed and ready to start your week. Please arrive changed and ready to go. There are public washroom facilities on the city side of the ferry terminal, on most ferries, at the entrance to Wards Beach at the corner of Fifth Street and Lakeshore Ave, and at the Island Fire Station.

Be amazed by the Toronto skyline at night on a fun night paddling experience on a SUP board or kayak. Download an app before you arrive, which will allow you to control the colorful lights attached to your board or boat. Watch the sun go down, then enjoy a guided paddle through the inner waterways of Toronto Islands and Lake Ontario's archipelago.

Active, outdoor-loving travelers will enjoy the chance to get back to nature so close to Toronto. Kayak or paddle a SUP around the Toronto Islands in Lake Ontario, looking out for birds and wildlife along the way. Your guide will tailor the trip to your needs and abilities, so everyone can have fun. Learn more about the islands and avoid getting lost by going with a guide.

Escape the city for an adventurous whitewater rafting experience on the Rouge River, known for its thrilling rapids and sandy beaches. Unlike many rafting excursions, this full-day tour gets you on the water twice, so there’s plenty of opportunity to hone your rafting skills and soak up the scenery. Tours depart from outside Montreal, making it a great choice for travelers with their own transport or heading to the Mont-Tremblant area.