“CLEARLY IN THE TOP 5 ACTIVITIES TO DO IN GASPÉSIE!”
Watch for Atlantic salmon on the Bonaventure River with some of the clearest water in the world. Are you looking for an outdoor activity during your vacation in Gaspésie? The Famous tour is your perfect river trip for active beginners: one full day on the beautiful Bonaventure River on a canoe, a single kayak, or a double kayak. With its R1 and R2 rapids, The Famous Tour has just enough action, and is everyone’s favorite.
Detailed program of The Famous Tour
Departure at 10:15 AM from June 6th to September 13th. Departures at 9:45 and 10:15 from June 27th to August 29th.
- Arrival at Cime Aventures 45 minutes before departure;
- Optional equipment rental (neoprene booties, neoprene suit, barrel)
- Viewing of the safety instructions video and signing of the forms
- Shuttle bus to the put in (45-minute ride), where you’ll start your river trip which will lead you back to Cime;
- Instructions from patrol will be announced regarding safety, environment, basic techniques, equipment, itinerary, etc.;
- River trip on a canoe, a kayak or a mini-raft of about 4.5 hours depending on your rhythm and breaks;
- You must be back at Cime at 5:00PM.
Included
Here is the preparatory video for the activity:
Choice of craft
Below is the information necessary to choose the right craft for your activity on the Bonaventure River. Whether you are on a family trip or a romantic vacation in Gaspésie, there is the perfect craft for you.
Closed shoes are mandatory for this activity.
If you feel that this activity is to advanced for you, we recommend The Family tour.
Guide to choosing your craft
Double kayak
Capacity: 2 adults and possibility of a child as 3rd passenger / Max charge : 300 kg
Advantages: Stable, auto bailing and unsinkable, easy to operate, even with only one person actively paddling. Comfortable seating and back rest. Space to strap in a waterproof barrel.
Disadvantages: Sitting lower than in a canoe, therefore, you get splashed more.
Prerequisites : Being at ease with water activities in general. No prior experience required.
Single kayak
Capacity: 1 passenger (over 11 years old) / Max charge : 150 kg
Advantages: Stable, auto bailing and unsinkable, easy to operate. Comfortable seating and back rest. Space to strap in a waterproof barrel.
Disadvantages: Sitting lower than in a canoe, therefore, you get splashed more.
Prerequisites : Being at ease with water activities in general. No prior experience required.
3 seat canoe (unsinkable)
Capacity: Up to 3 adults or 2 adults + 1 or 2 children / Max charge : 320 kg
Advantages: Stable and unsinkable. Comfortable seating and back rest. Space to strap in a waterproof barrel.
Disadvantages: Quite a bulky boat operate.
Prerequisites: One experienced person in the back is a plus. Otherwise, the back paddler could choose to take a double paddle (kayak paddle) to facilitate the maneuvering the craft.
Classic canoe
Capacity: 2 passengers / Max charge : 200 kg
Advantages: Comfortable, very spacious, can accommodate a child in the middle (without seat)
Disadvantages: Less stable than our unsinkable boats. It is the type of boat that tips most often.
Prerequisites: One experienced person in the back is required.
Fee per person
