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Ottawa City Rafting

Ottawa City Rafting is an outdoor activity in Ottawa, ON, part of the National Capital Region guide. Cost: $50 or more. Runs May 1 to September 30.

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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#ottawa river
#whitewater
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#britannia beach

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