Canoeing – Self-Guided, Mont-Tremblant Park – Diable River

Name: Canoeing - Self-Guided, Mont-Tremblant Park - Diable River
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Canoe Mont Tremblant National Park on our self-guided canoe trip. Canoe down approximately 12 km of the meandering Diable River.

Park access fees are included

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Canoe (2 adults (18 yrs+) & up to 1 child (17 yrs-)) - Park Access Included
Price: $79.75 CAD
Canoe (2 adults (18 yrs+) & 2 children (10 yrs-)) - Park Access Included
Price: $79.75 CAD
Canoe (1 adult (18 yrs+) & up to 2 children (17 yrs-)) - Park Access Included
Price: $73.00 CAD
Single Kayak (For odd-man-out only) - Park Access Included
Price: $55.00 CAD
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Description

Canoe Mont Tremblant National Park on our self-guided canoe trip. Canoe down approximately 12 km of our meandering Diable River and take your time discovering our unique National Park’s mountain landscape, sandy river beaches, and it’s rocky cliffs and the wildlife.

Our fleet of canoes is renewed regularly to offer quality, comfort and stability. Paddles, life jackets, a 1 litre waterproof container, and safety kits are included with each canoe rental.

Here’s how it works:

When you arrive at the park, check-in and get equipment from our park staff. Load your canoe on the trailer then take a 3 minute transport to Lac Chat put-in (drive yourself in low season). Paddle across this small lake to enter our Diable River (small 100m rapids here, the only one on the whole trip, can be portaged). Paddle downstream, stop for a swim, relax on a beach. Stop at the pull out (just after the 2nd bridge at our Park entrance) to meet our bus. Load your canoe on the bus for the trip back up to where you parked your car.

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED – PLACES LIMITED

We offer several canoe / kayak / paddleboard activities in the area, see our comparison table.

Helpful Hint!: Our Canoeing – Self-Guided Descent is suitable for beginners. Canoes are designed for 2 people. It is possible to put 3 if one is a child, but we do not recommend putting 4 in a canoe. Canoes have 2 seats. A 3rd person would have to sit on the floor. Do not expect children under 10 to be motivated to paddle the entire length of the trip, they should be put in a canoe with an adult or put in a kayak that could be towed. The best configuration puts at least 1 adult per canoe, no more than 2 adults or 2 adults + 1 child in a canoe. And any extras (odd man out) can be reserved in kayaks.

Important Info

Location

30-40 minutes from Tremblant resort. Situated less than a 1h30 drive from Montreal and approximately a 2-hour drive from Ottawa.

Duration

Approximately 4 hours (can take as little as 2h30 minutes or as much as 4h30 minutes, everyone paddles differently, the flow of the river changes, wind can be a factor…in short there are many variables).

12 km descent.

Departures

From May 21 to October 12 (end date always depends on water levels)

Departures everyday from our *National Park.

9:00 meeting time for a 9:30 departure
10:00 meeting time for a 10:30 departure
11:00 meeting time for a 11:30 departure

*For guests who choose to reserve in advance (recommended!), directions to departure points will be provided in your reservation confirmation by email. Otherwise, directions will be handed to you when you reserve at The Activity Centre.

Included

Equipment (paddles, vests), 1L waterproof container, park access fees and transport within the park (Return shuttle only on weekends from May 21 to June 17 AND from Sept 7 to the end).

All our guests are automatically covered by Airmedic medical emergency helicopter evacuation, for the duration of the activity. For full details see the Airmedic page.

Groups

Please contact The Activity Centre for information about group prices.

Please note

We only reserve kayaks as additions to canoe reservations and only to avoid putting one participant alone in a canoe.

We offer several canoe / kayak / paddleboard activities in the area, see our comparison table.

Consult our What to wear information page.

Small rapids ONLY once at the very beginning, after crossing the lake to enter into the river. These can be portaged.

Conditions

For all participants aged 13+ not residing at the same address: proof of vaccination required with proof of identity (Vaxi-Code,QR code or paper proof – showing 2nd dose).

Maximum 2 adults and 2 small children (10yrs-) per canoe. Minimum 20 lb / 10kg. Identification card is required and held as a security deposit to ensure the return of the equipment.

*FOR SUMMER 2021, SPECIAL CONDITIONS MAY ALSO APPLY. SEE COVID-19 TAB FOR DETAILED INFORMATION*

Prices do not include taxes or mandatory resort royalty of 3% and may be subject to change without notice. Terms and conditions.

FAQ

When Should I reserve?

These are very popular activities. Reservations for weekends and vacations should be made 1 to 2 weeks in advance. For any other time, reservations should be made a few days in advance

For the canoeing. Is the river calm?

There is 1 very small set of rapids at the beginning that can be easily portaged, then current will move you along.

Can I do the self-guided canoe if it is my first time canoeing?

We don’t recommend it if you haven’t paddled a canoe before. Canoes require technique to manoeuvre. These techniques are taught on the guided tour.

Can anyone do the Via Ferrata ?

Yes, as long as you are ready for some moderate physical and balance challenges. If you can climb a ladder you should have no problem.

Is the guide always with us during the Via Ferrata ?

Yes, the guide will do the whole activity with you.

What is the difference between this and the Rouge River self guided trip?

The Diable River is narrower with less sun.
The Diable River is in a wilderness setting, so more chances to see wildlife. You will not be passing chalets and farms.
The Diable River has fewer beaches.
The Diable River has more bugs
The Diable River is further from Tremblant resort.

There are several canot/ kayak / paddleboard activities offered in the area, see our comparison table.

Reviews

Customer Reviews

>> Customer review score 99%

Customer review score is the average score of all customer review forms (french and english) submitted online. Following are the customer reviews submitted online for this season and last season.

Sep 22, 2021

Rating: 10 / 10

Comments: awesome! good group size, great leader

How did your activity affect your overall vacation experience at Tremblant?
Client selected: This activity was the best part of our vacation experience.

Sep 08, 2021

Rating: 10 / 10

Comments: The activity was super fun! My boyfriend has already done the diable river canoeing activity 4 or 5 times, yet this was the first time that the water level was so low when he did it. We were told at the beginning of the activity that the water may be a little low in certain areas, but it was about 60% of the river was lower then normal. I’m a heavier woman so I ended up having to get out very often. Otherwise it was very fun! A lot of nature and animals to see.

How did your activity affect your overall vacation experience at Tremblant?
Client selected: This activity was good, but not our favorite part of our vacation experience.

Aug 14, 2021

Rating: 10 / 10

Comments: Jeremy our guide was great, explained how the Via Ferrata works and described the area of Mont Tremblant. He was fun to be around and took time to ensure our comfort and safety. The views were spectacular and the challenge pushed me physically and mentally. It was such a memorable experience I will not forget this. I will return in a few weeks when it is not as humid. NOTE: Feel free to publish this review to the public but please do not post my full name. Use "Chris from Vancouver".

How did your activity affect your overall vacation experience at Tremblant?
Client selected: This activity was the best part of our vacation experience.

Aug 12, 2021

Rating: 10 / 10

Comments: The via ferrata was very fu and challenging. We really enjoyed out time.

How did your activity affect your overall vacation experience at Tremblant?
Client selected: This activity was the best part of our vacation experience.

Aug 12, 2021

Rating: 10 / 10

Comments: It is first time of experience

How did your activity affect your overall vacation experience at Tremblant?
Client selected: This activity was OK, but I wouldn't do it again.

Jul 23, 2021

Rating: 10 / 10

Comments: Our Tour Guide Was The Greatest. Made the whole adventure fun!

How did your activity affect your overall vacation experience at Tremblant?
Client selected: This activity was the best part of our vacation experience.

Oct 22, 2020

Rating: 10 / 10

Comments: I have the best of the best experience with Max at Via Ferrata. Max is so courteous and fun. The activity has the perfect balance of challenge, fun, and duration.

How did your activity affect your overall vacation experience at Tremblant?
Client selected: This activity was the best part of our vacation experience.

Oct 19, 2020

Rating: 9.7 / 10

Comments: Jean Sebastien was an awesome guide! Super friendly, very professional, and incredibly knowledgeable. He catered to our group of Francophones and Anglophones perfectly. He also made us feel safe and secure throughout the entire experience. Give that man a promotion! The Via Ferrata was also a good challenge, with magnificent views! The dinosaur hunt was fun too.

How did your activity affect your overall vacation experience at Tremblant?
Client selected: This activity was the best part of our vacation experience.

Oct 07, 2020

Rating: 10 / 10

How did your activity affect your overall vacation experience at Tremblant?
Client selected: This activity was the best part of our vacation experience.

Sep 03, 2020

Rating: 10 / 10

Comments: We had an amazing experience. Our guide, Maxx, was awesome!!! He made sure everyone was safe and great at starting conversations.

How did your activity affect your overall vacation experience at Tremblant?
Client selected: This activity was the best part of our vacation experience.

Sep 03, 2020

Rating: 10 / 10

Comments: We had an amazing experience. Our guide, Maxx, was awesome!!! He made sure everyone was safe and great at starting conversations.

How did your activity affect your overall vacation experience at Tremblant?
Client selected: This activity was the best part of our vacation experience.

Aug 18, 2020

Rating: 10 / 10

How did your activity affect your overall vacation experience at Tremblant?
Client selected: This activity was the best part of our vacation experience.

Aug 15, 2020

Rating: 10 / 10

How did your activity affect your overall vacation experience at Tremblant?
Client selected: This activity was the best part of our vacation experience.

Aug 18, 2014

Rating: 10 / 10

Comments: Alexis was a great tour guide. Very knowledgable! Had a lot of fun!

How did your activity affect your overall vacation experience at Tremblant?
Client selected: This activity was the best part of our vacation experience.

COVID-19

We are taking Covid-19 seriously. We are committed to providing a safe environment for our guests & staff.

These are the steps we are taking to keep our canoeing and via ferrata in Mont-Tremblant Park clean and safe:

For all participants aged 13+ not residing at the same address: proof of vaccination required with proof of identity (Vaxi-Code,QR code or paper proof – showing 2nd dose).
We are actively monitoring COVID-19 updates from the Québec Ministry of Health and will continue to adapt.
Any employee or guest who is experiencing COVID-19 symptoms on-site, or within the past 14 days, may not participate.
Any employee or guest who has been in contact with anyone with COVID-19 in the past 14 days, or is living with a person with symptoms, or is waiting for a test result, or has returned from a trip outside the country, may not participate.
A physical distance of 2 metres must be maintained.
Hygiene measures will be in place and enforced for employees and guests.
Guided canoeing, and our family via ferrata excursion cannot be offered during the pandemic.
The capacity on our via ferrata departures is reduced to 6 people.
We have reduced the number of departures per day to reduce the number of people on site.
Equipment is used only once a day and disinfected after each use.
We suggest you bring your own hand sanitizer.
Wearing a mask is mandatory on the shuttle for the canoeing.
Wearing a mask is mandatory during the registration for the via ferrata, it won’t be required during the activity.