Top 10 Water Tours in Ottawa

Destination: Ottawa.
If you love nature, wildlife, and especially turtles, this tour is for you. Grandmaître Ecological Reserve is an amazing place to paddle. The peace and tranquility here is outstanding. What makes it special is the numerous inlets which protect all the wonderful creatures from the high winds and fast water currents. This is their hang out place! Also, I should mention that these conditions are great for humans too. It makes it easier to paddle your kayak. This is a great activity for children.
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Duration: Around 2 hours.

Destination: Ottawa.
Paddle with us on the beautiful Ottawa River between the two provinces of Quebec and Ontario. Together we will paddle through bays, small beaches and the beautiful Rideau Falls. Stop for a snack at the Marina and capture the magnificent sunset while paddling back. Our experienced guides will provide safety and paddling instruction tips. This is a beginner and intermediate-friendly activity. Located in downtown Ottawa-Gatineau, the escape team ensures your experience is smooth and memorable. Enjoy the best views of the city from and on the water!
Known For: Ottawa Kayaking Tours, Ottawa Nature and Wildlife Tours, Ottawa Half-day Tours, Ottawa Small Group, Ottawa Water Tours.
Duration: Around 3 hours.

Destination: Ottawa.
Get ready for a full-day of summer fun with this ultimate lazy river adventure. With transportation from Ottawa and Gatineau included, join us for a 15 km long lazy river rafting experience down the Coulonge River. This 2 to 3 hour lazy river rafting descent is the perfect way to take full advantage of a beautiful summer day. Enjoy a swim, take in the sun, and just have a blast with old and new friends. We provide all the equipment, the raft, and training. Your rafting adventure will end at a beautiful white sand beach by the river. This river does not have any rapids, but the current will do a lot of the work! Perfect for a relaxing day on the water.Afterwards, you will arrive at a white sand beach where you will be able to enjoy a delicious BBQ by the beach and 1h30 of axe throwing on an outdoor axe throwing range. With good tunes, great food, and a beautiful beach, you are sure to have a great time.
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Duration: Around 8 hours.

Destination: Ottawa.
Take a relaxing tour up and down the Ottawa River on a Hawaiian style Tiki Hut with you and a bunch of your Peeps! Whether it’s just hanging with friends for a fun time, taking a romantic cruise, or a School Group Heritage Excursion. This is one of the coolest ways to get out on the water. Just head to one of our embarkment sites, climb aboard and become Ottawa Ohana! Palapa Tours will be using Twitter to keep clients informed of important updates regarding daily operations. This includes any weather related updates and/or delays and cancelations. Arrive at Mill Street Pub (555 Wellington Avenue). ----->Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour start time to get your bearings of the area. We share a dock with other boats and can not wait more than 5 minutes after your appointed departure time. If you are late, you will be rescheduled. Park away from the main parking of the Pub. You can park under the covered bridge. Walk down the path towards the water. Follow our signs.
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Duration: Around 1 hour and a half.

Destination: Ottawa.
Our Ottawa River tour offers the finest views along the Ottawa River. This 1 1/2 hour tour is the most thorough tour available on the water. Departures from the Hull Marina in Jacques Cartier Park, and the Ottawa Dock at the foot of the Ottawa Locks. Both tours have live bilingual commentaries.
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Duration: Around 1 hour and a half.

Destination: Ottawa.
Your See Sight Tours Guide will greet you at your downtown Ottawa accommodations and begin your fully guided night tour in the comfort of one of our vans. To kick off your night out on the town your guide will take you on a relaxing evening River Cruise where as your cruise through the Ottawa River you will take in the incredible views of the city’s landmarks and attractions illuminated at night. Next, take in the bustling city on a fully narrated driving tour passing multiple attractions lit up at night including; the Supreme Court, Parliament Hill, Nepean Point, and the Canadian Museum of history. At the end of your tour, your guide will take you back to your Downtown Ottawa hotel.
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Duration: Around 2 hours and a half.

Destination: Ottawa.
The most unique way to discover Ottawa is on board the world's-largest, certified, 100%-electric, passenger vessel. You will sail for 90 minutes on the iconic Rideau Canal and have a novel view of downtown Ottawa! The National Arts Centre, Lansdowne Park, Dow’s Lake, and many more scenic views await you! You will discover more with the live bilingual commentary and the free audio guide application. Come to 2 Rideau Street for your tickets, just across the street from Parliament Hill. The schedule is mid-May to mid-October, 6 departures per day, 7 days a week.
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Duration: Around 1 hour and a half.

Destination: Ottawa.
Your See Sight Tours guide will greet you at your downtown Ottawa accommodations before beginning your journey in the comfort of one of our complimentary vehicles. Start with a scenic drive through Rockcliffe Park, where you’ll enjoy an exclusive chance to see some of the city’s most beautiful sights, often missed by visitors. Next, board a Rideau Canal Cruise and take in over 50 points of interest along the water, including the breathtaking Rideau Falls, while learning about the city’s history from a fresh perspective. Continue with a narrated drive past Ottawa’s most iconic landmarks, such as the Parliament Buildings, with stops at the Supreme Court of Canada and the Canadian Museum of History for photo opportunities and insights from your guide. Conclude your tour with a visit to Parliament Hill, the seat of Canada’s government. Explore the grounds on a self-guided walk! At the end of your experience, your guide will provide a comfortable return to your downtown Ottawa hotel.
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Duration: Around 4 hours.

Destination: Ottawa.
Experience the thrills of Ottawa and Gatineau from both land and water on an amphibious vehicle tour of Canada’s capital city. Board an “amphibus” to see Ottawa’s picturesque sites, including Parliament Hill (Colline du Parlement), the National Gallery of Canada (Musée des beaux-arts du Canada), ByWard Market (Marché By) and Sparks Street's National War Memorial Monument (Monument commémorative de guere du Canada). To get a comprehensive feel for the area on your one-hour tour, your bilingual guide will share humorous anecdotes as you cross the streets of Ottawa and Gatineau and float atop the waters of Ottawa River. Please be at meeting point 10 minutes before departure time.
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Duration: Around 1 hour.

Destination: Ottawa.
Ditch your ordinary & escape the mundane city grind. Step into extraordinary & board our world-class yachts for the ultimate adventure. On open water, you’ll feel the freedom of nature’s splendor as breathtaking views unfold around you. With our personalized services tailored to exceed expectations, you’ll feel the rush of excitement as you indulge. Ashore, you’ll feel inspired & invigorated, filled with unforgettable memories to last a lifetime. ***** Commercially licensed, insured, and registered. 12 passengers /yacht. 2 yachts. Liquor sold separately. Food menu available. Includes Captain and First Mate /yacht, fuel, insurance, marina fees. Extra: food, drinks, taxes, gratuity.
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Duration: Around 1 hour and a half.