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Medium Intensity Rafting on the Ottawa River | Day Trip

244 Reviews 4.91 out of 5 stars Based on 244 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 99% of reviewers | Ottawa, Canada

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Overview

Medium intensity requires active paddling within your 12-person raft. Your guide is at the back of the raft steering with large oars. The oars provide increased precision and power for choosing the best line down the rapids.

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Lifejacket, helmet and paddle
  • Wetsuits
  • Mandatory footwear
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40 owl lane
Foresters Falls, ON K0J 1V0, Canada

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What To Expect

Our Medium Intensity Rafts are perfect for participants who want that extra bit of excitement and are over the 90lbs/41kg weight requirement. You will begin your day with an in-depth briefing which outlines all important safety considerations and personal protective equipment. Afterwards we'll transport you and your group to our river put-in where you'll meet your guide and board your raft. Roughly 5 hours of whitewater adventure awaits you as you travel the same route as the voyageurs hundreds of years ago. At the end of your rafting trip, you'll meet our pontoon boat where we will serve you a freshly cooked BBQ meal, along with a variety of salads and other treats. Vegetarian and gluten free options are available upon request. Once you return to the OWL Resort, you will view your trip through the lens of our video kayaker, who records all the rafting fun.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
  • Operated by a business

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Will I get seasick on Medium Intensity Rafting on the Ottawa River | Day Trip?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

This tour 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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Activity code: C-171847P2

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