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Bazin River Paddling Adventure

Discover the beauty of the Quebec wilderness as you paddle the Bazin River

4.1 (9 ratings)

Canada, North America

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Bazin river in Maurice, as seen from the road

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About this tour:

Jul-Aug

Canoe and Kayak

Guided, Scheduled

Camping

Hard (4/5)

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Why travellers choose this tour

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We're Canadian

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Meals

Don't worry about meals. 11 breakfasts, 11 lunches, and 11 dinners are included. This is a participatory camping experience, so everyone will pitch in to prepare meals during the journey.

Transfers

Check out the 'What's Included' tab for more info on personal transfers during your tour.

Local Support

Travel stress-free knowing in-country local support is available by regular phone or WhatsApp to support you during your tour.

Payments Made Easy

Enjoy the flexibility and ease of staggered payments in your own currency using your choice of credit card.

Route Resources

Route notes, maps, and/or a trail app make navigation on this tour a breeze.

Park Entrance Fees

Included where possible! Check the 'What's Included' tab for more info on park entrance fees during your tour.

Luggage transfers

Take a load off, with optional or included luggage transfers. Check inclusions for further details.

Accommodation for Bazin River Paddling Adventure

This tour is based in camping accommodations. Completely disconnect as you spend the entire tour sleeping in the wilderness. Your guide will be with you to assist, but you and your fellow travellers will be helping to cook and set up camp. This is true wilderness camping, so you’ll have no access to power or running water.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Tents are double occupancy. Requests for single, triple, or quadruple occupancy are taken as they come and (if able to be accommodated) may incur an additional fee.

Hotels on Standard Tour

Night 1-11

Wilderness Camping in Laurentian Mountains

Get ready for the ultimate Canadian camping experience. Enjoy campfires, incredible starry skies, and sleeping in a cozy tent near the river.

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Bazin River Paddling Adventure Tour Details

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Bazin River Paddling Adventure Itinerary

Day 0

Day 0: Tour Preparation and Meeting

Overnight Location - None | Meals - None

Your tour officially starts tomorrow, however, you will need to be in Montreal the day before your trip in order to attend today's briefing. During your pre-trip meeting, you’ll be outfitted with a life jacket, helmet, and a watertight barrel for you to transfer your luggage into. Your guide will be there to answer any questions and to advise you on how to pack for your adventure.

Day 1

Day 1: Depart for Parent

Overnight Location - Wilderness camping | Meals - Lunch, dinner

Meet your group at Montreal’s Central Station and take the train to Parent. During your train ride, you’ll be able to get to know your guides and group and watch the scenery as you travel 400km north to this small community.

When you arrive in Parent you’ll unload your watertight barrel and canoes and head to your first campsite of the trip. Your guide will go over basic canoe safety and information while you enjoy dinner cooked over an open fire.

Day 2

Day 2: Begin Your River Adventure

Overnight Location - Wilderness camping | Meals - Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Today is all about getting to know your canoe! Your guide will help you learn the paddling basics, as well as the strokes you’ll need to navigate the rapids on the river. Regardless of your skill level when you started you’ll be a confident paddler before the end of the day!

3-10

Day 3-10

Day 3-10: Bazin River Expedition

Overnight Location - Wilderness camping | Meals - Breakfast, lunch, dinner

The majestic Bazin River will be your home for the next 8 days. Each day your guide will brief you on what to expect on the water and will adjust your timeline to suit the level of the group. Whether you’re battling the Class II and III rapids or floating down a peaceful section of water, you’ll be paddling about 10 to 15 km each day.

At night you’ll be learning how to co-exist with your environment as you camp along the river.

Day 11

Day 11: The End of Your River Journey

Overnight Location - Wilderness camping | Meals - Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Enjoy a final day of paddling on the beautiful Bazin River. Tonight you’ll be preparing your gear for tomorrow’s departure before you sit down to your final fireside meal as a group.

Day 12

Day 12: Return to Montreal

Overnight Location - None | Meals - Breakfast

After breakfast, you’ll load up the canoes onto the transfer van and start the journey back to Montreal. It is about a 4.5-hour drive, so you’ll stop to stretch your legs and grab some food along the way.

Tonight you can celebrate a successful trip over dinner with your group at one of the many excellent restaurants in Montreal.

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How hard is the Bazin River Paddling Adventure?

We rate this tour as a 4/5. You don’t need to have a lot of paddling experience for this tour, as instruction will be included. However, you need to be in good enough physical shape to paddle for 5 hours each day and there are a few short portages where you’ll need to carry your canoe. This tour also requires that you be able to swim.

Do I need a visa to travel to Canada?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

Are meals included on the Bazin River Paddling Adventure?

11 breakfasts, 11 lunches, and 11 dinners are included. This is a participatory camping experience, so everyone will pitch in to prepare meals during the journey.

When is the best time to travel to Quebec for this tour?

The best time to visit Quebec for this tour is the warm summer months of June through August when you’ll have the most optimal weather.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover canoeing. Get your Travel Insurance.

How do I get to Montreal to start this tour?

Fly into Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Airport transfers are not included but can be added as an additional option. To reach the train station you can take a taxi or the public bus.

Is the Bazin River Paddling Adventure in English?

This tour operates separate English and French departure dates, so please ensure you are booking the correct date for your preferred language.

Where does the Bazin River Paddling Adventure end?

This tour ends in Montreal, and you can fly out of the Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).

Is the canoe and camping equipment included?

Yes, your canoe and safety equipment is included. Tents, camp stoves, and cooking equipment are included. You are only required to bring your own sleeping bag, pillow, and towel.

Will I be able to use my phone during the Bazin River Paddling Adventure?

No, this tour operates in the wilderness where there is no cell coverage or internet available. Your guide will have a satellite phone for emergency use. Enjoy a chance to unplug!

Will there be showers and washrooms available during the Bazin River Paddling Adventure?

No, the tent sites won’t have running water or electricity. Your guide will set up a dry toilet at each campsite, and you can clean up in the river using biodegradable products.

Can I bring my own equipment?

Please check with the tour operator at the time of booking if you have specific equipment that you’d like to bring. Depending on space in the canoes and the trailer it may or may not be possible.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to Canada?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for Canada?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

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Bazin River Paddling Adventure

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Why travellers choose this tour

We're Canadian

Meals

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Local Support

Payments Made Easy

Route Resources

Park Entrance Fees

Luggage transfers

Accommodation for Bazin River Paddling Adventure

Hotels on Standard Tour

Night 1-11

Wilderness Camping in Laurentian Mountains

Bazin River Paddling Adventure Tour Details

Bazin River Paddling Adventure Overview

Bazin River Paddling Adventure Itinerary

Day 0: Tour Preparation and Meeting

Day 1: Depart for Parent

Day 2: Begin Your River Adventure

Day 3-10: Bazin River Expedition

Day 11: The End of Your River Journey

Day 12: Return to Montreal

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Night 1-11

Wilderness Camping in Laurentian Mountains

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