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Ottawa: Ecological Reserve Kayak Tour with Turtle Sightings

5  / 511 reviews
Activity provider:Riverview Mobile Kayak Rental
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Ottawa: Ecological Reserve Kayak Tour with Turtle Sightings
Activity provider:Riverview Mobile Kayak Rental
5  / 511 reviews
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Kayak in a beautiful ecological reserve only 20 kilometers from downtown Ottawa. Discover and spot the incredible wildlife in the reserve, including the many turtles.

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Duration 2 hours
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Live tour guide
English, French
Private or small groups available

Experience

Highlights

  • Kayak through a beautiful ecological reserve
  • Learn about the surrounding environment from an expert guide
  • Feel safe with well-maintained kayaks and equipment
  • Immerse yourself in nature only 20 kilometers from downtown Ottawa

Full description

Experience an exciting kayak tour through Grandmaître Ecological Reserve in Ottawa. Paddle through inlets and other areas, and explore an abundance of wildlife. See where beautiful creatures hang out, thanks to the wind protection and low water current. Listen to the history of the area from your knowledgeable bilingual (French and English) guide, along with the turtle conservation effort. Later, check out a small educational exhibit building about the flora and faune provided by the Friends of Petrie Island. Afterward, relax in the picnic area, or enjoy some nearby walking trails.

Includes

  • Kayaks
  • Paddles
  • Lifejacket and dry bag
  • Parking (Extra $2 for 5 hours)

Not suitable for

  • Children under 3 years

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Date

Meeting point

Meet in the first parking lot on the left hand side after the 90-degree bend in the gravel road. Look for a white Volkswagen Eurovan with 2 blue kayaks on the roof and the business logo on each side.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Sun hat
  • Snacks
  • Sunscreen
  • Water shoes
  • Shorts
  • Reusable water bottle

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Alcohol and drugs
  • Glass objects

Know before you go

  • Lifejackets must be correctly worn while kayaking
  • Liability waivers must be signed at the launch
  • Embarking and disembarking from your kayak is done from a dock or the shore

Customer reviews

Overall rating

5 /5

based on 11 reviews

Review summary

  • Value for money
    4/5

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Allegra – GermanySeptember 13, 2024  – Verified booking
Silvie was very nice and welcoming and gave us some tips. The kayaks were in very good condition and the timing in September was also great. We only met three other people on the water, it must be very busy in the summer months. We saw some turtles and birds and the surroundings are really beautiful. You can really enjoy nature here. We would book with Silvie again :-)
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GetYourGuide traveler – ItalyAugust 18, 2024  – Verified booking
Excellent activity to stay in close contact with nature, immersed in tranquility and following your own rhythms. Silvy welcomed us with professionalism, explaining the basics for a safe excursion and giving us precious advice to best observe turtles and some bird species. We recommend this activity without a doubt (also as a first approach to kayaking) to enjoy a corner of Canadian nature.
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Petra – Czech RepublicAugust 17, 2024  – Verified booking
It was amazing
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