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Ottawa City Rafting

102 Greenview Ave · Ottawa, ON

Why you should go…

Ottawa City Rafting is Wilderness Tours' in-city rafting trip, launching from Britannia Beach Park about ten minutes west of downtown Ottawa. Guided rafts for 4 to 9 people run the Kitchissippi stretch of the Ottawa River through gentle Class I to III rapids, with flat stretches, swim stops, body surfing and optional cliff jumping, and an electric motor to help on calm water; the trip finishes with views of Parliament Hill and river history from the guide. Paddle, life jacket and helmet are included, non-swimmers are welcome, and the minimum is age 5 and 50 lb. Departures at 9:30 am and 2 pm, May 1 to September 30.

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Good to know

General sport & outdoor guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Weather calls the shots

    Check the forecast the morning of and keep an indoor backup in your pocket for the day it turns.

  • Shoes, water, sun cover

    The three things that decide whether you last the whole outing or cut it short after an hour.

  • Parking and launches fill early

    On a nice weekend, lots and trailheads are often full by mid-morning.

  • Daylight shrinks in shoulder season

    Spring and fall visits need an earlier start than the same trip in July.

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