- NEWS AND EVENTS
Aug 24 2010
THE OTTAWA IS FAMOUS FOR ITS BIG RAPIDS AND WARM WATER ALL SUMMER
The Ottawa River never runs out of water! - FEATURED VIDEOThis text will be replaced
- OUR MISSION
Joe Kowalski and Joanne Clifford started WildernessTours in 1975
A shared appreciation for whitewater rafting and the limitless beauty of the Ottawa River has allowed them to develop one of the finest adventure resorts in the world. Located just east of world famous Algoquin Park, the Ottawa is Canada’s most popular rafting and kayaking river.
Our mission since 1975 has been to provide you the finest whitewater rafting experiences in Canada. You have been telling us we have succeeded and more. As we enter our 34th year, we recommit ourselves to providing you the finest 4-season adventure experience anywhere. Daunting, but we are up to the task. Now as in 1975, we look forward to sharing the magic found in whitewater.
YOUR SAFETY IS PARAMOUNT TO ENJOYING THE OTTAWA RIVER IN BEAUTIFUL ONTARIO
As Canada’s top river company and rafting pioneer, WT’s over three decades of experience is your guarantee of a quality and professional experience. WT is a founding member of the Canada River Council, dedicated to safe, professional rafting. You’ll find the best equipment including self-bailing MARAVIA rafts, chosen to supply the famous river movie, RIVER WILD. We use professional river running helmets and comfortable harness type life jackets. Our guides are simply the best in the business. They are First Aid, CPR and SRT (Swiftwater Rescue Technician) qualified. Equally important, WT guides are friendly, informative and live our mission of "SHARING THE MAGIC FOUND IN WHITEWATER" through teamwork and team building with our guests.
Finally, we are committed to the preservation of the last wild section of the Ottawa River, the Rocher-Fendu. To date we have singlehandedly placed almost 5,000 acres into the WT LAND TRUST. We call it "Living with Champlain’s Ghost". Every spare dollar we make adds to the Land Trust. Thank you for your support.
Joe and Joanne
- CURRENT SPECIALS
- Accomodations
WILDERNESS TOURS is unequaled in our selection of excellent accomodations or scenic camping if that is your preference. Find the accomodations that are right for you and your group.
- Number 1 Club
Wilderness Tours #1 Club
Organize a raft of 12 and you go free!
Organize a kayak class of 5 and your trip is 50% Off
- Activities
WILDERNESS TOURS offers much more than just rafting - guests can enjoy mountain biking, bungee jumping, kayaking, and much more. Explore our resort activities section to learn more about what we offer here at Wilderness Tours. Anyone coming on site must purchase a rafting package or an activity day pass, there is no entry without a wrist band.
- Ottawa River Tour
Get a Glimpse of the Ottawa River by using our Flash Tour
- Special Events
In addition to weddings, parties etc there are many kayaking events on the Ottawa River this year. North American Freestyle Kayaking Championships, Labor Day Weekend 2009.