Kayaking

Here’s a taste of the rivers we offer :

• Matapedia River, "the accessible" (easy rating)
  

  The Matapedia River begins at Lake Matapedia and meanders through one of Québec’s most beautiful valleys that bears the same name. It flows by many salmon pools and little rapids before falling into the Restigouche River at the village of Matapedia. We must not forget that the Matapedia River is one of Québec’s richest Salmon Rivers. Look carefully into the pools and you’ll be able to see them.
  
  
• Restigouche River, "the magnificent" (easy rating)
  

  The Restigouche, a river well known worldwide for salmon fishing, offers you 90 km of family fun paddling. You will see sights ranging from salmon fishing lodges to bald-headed eagles as you paddle through some of the Appalachian Mountains. You may also get the chance to see nature's flora and fauna such as Atlantic salmon, moose, deer and other wildlife in their natural habitat.
  
  
• Patapedia River, "mountain maze" (novice to advance rating)
  

  Situated on the highland of the valley, 68 km west of Matapedia, the Patapedia criss-crosses 70 km through mountains and falls into the well known one million dollar pool, where you will find an incredible amount of salmon. The lower section of the Patapedia River also separates the two provinces of Québec and New-Brunswick. It is located in a deep forest that will give you an experience of the omnipresent tranquility of this place while enjoying a relaxing paddle.
• Assemetquagan River, "the spring challenge" (advance rating)
  

  If you enjoy the rushing feeling of having your face washed out by the rapids that plunder against your canoe, this is the river for you. This intense river is accessible from early spring to late June or when the water level is good enough to paddle. She takes her source from the summits of Notre-Dame and the Chic-Chocs. She then continues to linger down for about 50 km before reaching the Matapedia River, 20 km up from Matapedia town.
• Kedgwick River (easy to intermediate rating)
  

  To expand the distance paddled on the Restigouche, we offer an additional 65km on the isolated Kedgwick River before it joins the Restigouche. This river crosses wild and superb scenery that will bring you both peace and serenity. On this river, don’t be surprised to see fishermen as you pass by the ever popular salmon pools. The water, so clear, will allow you to take a glimpse of the salmon swirling by your canoe.
• Upsalquitch River, "the paradise of the great pines" (novice to intermediate rating)
  

  This isolated river of northern New-Brunswick reaches the Restigouche River just before the rafting ground. You have the possibility of taking either one of her two branches for a wild 2 day paddle. The Southeast branch, coming down from Lake Upsalquitch, will take you on an easy 2 day journey with a distance close to 50km. We will suggest spending the night at the Crooked Rapid camping with its little roof shelter. The Northwest branch, taking her source from small streams, is more isolated and offers a longer distance to paddle. While you progress in your adventure, the bigger the Upsalquich becomes. The River menders down a valley in the heart of the Appalachians, giving the chance of seeing lots of big pines, birds and wildlife. The silence and beauty of the landscape will make you break away from your everyday life.

Rivers map :

For a better orientation, have a look to our rivers map (PDF document).
Once the map is opened, you can zoom in/out using the + button of Acrobat Reader.

Our packages :

We offer different kayak packages, either for relaxing or adventure purposes. After the inclusive transportation up the river, you may choose to travel down on your own or with one of our experienced guides. The duration of your trip, from two hours to several days, is soley your decision as our valued guest.

Each of our packages requires a minimum of 4 people before a departure can happen, with possibility to join an existing party. The following are included in every package:

• transportation by shuttle from Matapedia village to the river destination
• an accompanying guide
• a kayak, along with paddles and a life jacket
• local meals and energy snacks (quantity detailed in each package)

"The Escapade" package

Duration : 2 hours
Price : $35/person
Rivers : Matapédia or Restigouche

This little package will let you appreciate the beauty of nature that surrounds you and will give you the chance to relax in an enchanting environment. This package includes a little taste of a local snack.

Details :

• 1 energy snack included

"The Sunburn" package

Duration : 1 day journey
Price : $75/person
Rivers : Matapédia, Restigouche or Assemetquagan (depending on the water level)

To change your ideas for a day off, flow down one of our rivers and learn a few skills from your guide. We will provide a healthy meal as well as snacks, both with a local taste.

Details :

• 1 local meal and several energy snacks included

"Beneath the moonlight" package

Duration : 2 days journey with 1 night camping beside the river
Price : $199/person
Rivers : Restigouche, Patapedia, Patapedia-Restigouche or Upsalquitch

Come spend a few days on the river to experience stars from within a deep forest, relax beside a campfire and listen to the water flowing. You will be served good local cuisines and learn to live in harmony with nature.

Details :

• 4 local meals and several energy snacks included

"The Drifter" package

Duration : 3 days adventure with 2 nights camping beside the river
Price : $275/person
River : Restigouche and/or Patapédia-Restigouche (until late June)

You feel like escaping your everyday life and want to take off on a real adventure? We invite you to paddle down one of our rivers for three days and see how you can learn to live in the wild. Relax while we cook your meals with a local touch.

Details :

• 7 local meals and several energy snacks included

"The Extension" package

Duration : 4 days adventure with 3 nights camping beside the river
Price : $350/person
Rivers : Kedgwick and Restigouche

The Restigouche River isn’t long enough for you? No worries, we got the journey for you. Taking off at the Kedgwick River, this package gives you an extra day of paddling before reaching the Restigouche. Get the chance to see the beautiful falls of the Falls Brook camping. Why not spend a night there and let the music of the brook send you to sleep.

Details :

• 10 local meals and several energy snacks included

"The Nomad" package

Duration : 5 days adventure with 4 nights camping beside the river
Price : $425/person
Rivers : Kedgwick and Restigouche

For the ultimate adventure, the nomad has it all... from campsites to campsites paddle from the top of the Kedgwick River endowed with its rich beauty, her wild nature and quick water. Continue drifting until you reach the magnificent Restigouche River with its gentle paddle and breathtaking scenery. Enjoy the sight of numerous waterfalls, bald eagles and well known fisherman’s lodges. With your guide you’ll learn to paddle rapids, eat delicious camping cuisine and experience nature at its best. You’ll come back with memories you’ll never forget.

Details :

• 13 local meals and several energy snacks included

Our gear rental prices

You want to experience an adventure on your own? Without a guide? Alright!
Kayak rental includes paddles, a life jacket and the transportation to the chosen river staging area.
Here are our rental prices for the 2008 season (canadian dollars) :

Our services

• Kayak rentals, with paddles and life jacket
• Transportation up the river in our minibus
• Transportation of your car to the bottom of the river to save you more time (Price varies with the distance asked.)
• Accompanying guide service (meals included)
• Discount on big groups and young children (under 12 years old)
• Custom packages: create your own package according to your needs. We will offer you something you want! More days, more rivers, we got it!