Madawaska River Family Rafting

Recommended by 98% of travelers

Ontario, Canada

2 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Ideal for adventurous traveling families, this small-group Madawaska River raft trip is a great introduction to the whitewater experience for all ages. Just like the voyageurs of past times, you'll wind your way through picturesque scenery and tumbling whitewater in the Algonquin Park area. You can even jump out for a swim, so get ready to get wet.

Family-friendly white-water rafting experience on the Madawaska River
Suitable for all levels of rafting experience, including beginners
Small-group experience: Maximum 12 people per raft
Soak up the views of the Algonquin Park area as you navigate the water

What's Included

lifejacket & helmet

footwear required (water shoes, sport sandals, running shoes etc. --no flip flops, slides, or crocs)

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

247 River Rd, Barry's Bay, ON K0J 2M0, Canada
Park your car/RV in road-side parking lot, and walk to check-in at the Madawaska Kanu Centre office

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Most travelers can participate

Is being able to swim necessary? NO
Do I get wet? YES
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Reviews

4.9

based on 60 reviews

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Exciting picturesque and friendly

Virginia_O, Aug 2023

Our family of 4 decided to include a white water raft trip into our mini Canadian vacation. Beautiful weather, exciting rapids and wonderful staff

Response from Host, Aug 2023

Thanks so much for your positive review. It was great to have you here on the river!

Memorable, fun experience that caters to all age groups.

Ben_G, Aug 2021

We really enjoyed the Family Rafting experience. Our boys loved jumping off the bridge into the river, sitting in the front of the raft and getting wet when the raft went through the rapids and they also enjoyed floating down the rapids. This was a great beginner experience for the family and they can't wait for a more adventurous white water rafting experience. I would highly recommend it to a young family to "get their feet wet".

Response from Host, Aug 2021

Hi Ben, thanks for the great review. We love introducing people to the river!

Amazing white water rafting experience

Taiba_S, Jul 2021

Our first time rafting and it was amazing!! The tour guide and experience was definitely one for the memory book. From my 4 year old son to my older 17 year old, it was truly an experience which we will touch upon again!

Response from Host, Jul 2021

Thanks so much for joining us! Glad to hear it was a fun time for all ages. We'd love to have you back anytime!

Brightening up an overcast day

Firsttimers, Aug 2020

Great family experience. Ride is not too aggressive so our two young daughters (7 and 9) really enjoyed it and so did we as first timers. Got to do some swimming, jumping and other neat things in the rapids. One daughter was reluctant to jump and swim and our friendly guide understood and got her to feel included by letting her paddle the giant raft, at the end of course in the calm waters. She was so happy. The guides were friendly and awesome. We had a glitch when booking with trip advisor as the tour was somehow already full but it didn't warn us and let us book anyhow. Found out the day before when we got a call and let us know the situation. They went the extra mile and made sure they could accommodate us. One guide was doing office work that day and decided he would take us out to make sure we went. Great customer service!

Response from Host, Aug 2020

Thanks so much for the great review, and really glad that everyone had a good time! Our apologies for the glitch, we've fixed the issue so that shouldn't happen again. It was a real pleasure to take you and your family down the river! That trip was my favourite raft trip this whole summer! Hope to see you all on the river again soon! -Greg