Riverboarding is an exciting new adventure for serious whitewater enthusiasts! Harness the energy and power of the Ottawa River. Armed with your riverboard, flippers, helmet and lifejacket you will follow your guide into the heart of the rapids. Pioneered in New Zealand and on the Zambezi River, Africa. Riverboarding is the newest, most “in your face” way to experience whitewater. The trip will challenge, depending on water levels, either the Rocher Fendu Channel, the Calumet Channel or both! In spring flood, the Calumet Channel serves up delicious surfing holes and fantastic play spots which will help fine tune your maneuvering skills. In summer water levels, the Rocher Fendu channel provides thrilling big volume riverboarding with towering waves and exciting rollercoaster style rapids. After the trip, celebrate the day with an ice cold beverage. The first round is on us!
Itinerary
8:30 am
(Note: If you are staying at Esprit’s basecamp the night before, you will meet at 7:45am at Esprit.)
9:00 am
9:30 am
12:15 pm
1:00 pm
1:30 pm
4:30 pm
Note: Trip timing may vary depending on water levels.
What's included in your adventure
| The Ottawa River riverboarding day trip includes |
|---|
| 1 full day of riverboarding on both channels of the river |
| 1 riverside lunch |
| All safety equipment |
| Wetsuits included prior to June 15 |
| Internationally certified guides |
| Local transportation |
| Complimentary après rafting beverage |
| "NEW" Air Medic emergency evacuation insurance |
| NEW Covid-19 Kit included in your trip cost! Every guest will receive an Esprit Non Medical Face Mask to be worn during bus transport, locally made hand sanitizer, souvenir pen, and COMPLEMENTARY PHOTOS! |
Optional Add-ons
| Options | Details | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Shuttle | Ottawa/Gatineau same day return shuttle | $25 |
| Accommodation | Hostel upgrade: | $15 / night |
| Additional nights of accommodation: | ||
| Hostel | $30 / night | |
| Platform Tent Rental | $30 / night | |
| Camping (bring your own tent) | $15 / night | |
| Additional Meals | Breakfast | $10 |
| Basecamp Lunch | $15 | |
| Ultimate BBQ | $25 | |
| Thermal Protection | Wetsuit | $20 |
| Drysuit | $40 | |
| Photos / Videos | Photo Package | $75 (*save $25 if purchased at time of reservation) |
What you should bring with you for the day
All your mandatory safety equipment is provided for you, therefore, all you need to bring with you are some personal items to help make your day even more enjoyable. We recommend that you bring a pair of shoes or sandals to wear on the river (they will get wet!), socks to avoid chafing inside your flippers, your swimsuit and/or shorts, sunscreen, water bottle, towel and a change of clothes.
If you are joining us during the early spring (April & May), we highly recommend that you bring an extra fleece or wool sweater, fleece socks and running shoes (versus sandals) for extra thermal layering under your wetsuit.
Testimonials
Hear what others who have experienced the riverboarding day trip have to say:
“It was so much fun!”
Mathilde, Denmark
“Awesome job! Tons of fun, all the guides were great and vibrant people. Love the ecological focus of your camp. You guys rule!”
Matt, Toronto
“Wicked fun! I had an amazing time.”
Paula, International Traveler
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