Pick your route, pick your craft, hit the water. Local back bays depart from land. Manitou Island and the French River both include water taxi out and back. Backcountry bass fishing is included with UTV taxi to a remote lake.
All routes include the craft, paddles, life jackets, and a route briefing before you go. Call (705) 471-3245 to lock in a date or send a message with your route, group size, and craft preference.
Take a peaceful paddle along the South River, where calm waters lead you to the natural beauty of Chapman's Chute and beyond. Follow the river as it opens into Lake Nipissing for a true Northern experience. A great route for first-timers, families, and anyone looking for a quieter day on the water.
Explore the sheltered islands of Hunters Bay, with over 5 square kilometres of protected back bay paddling. This is where experience meets solitude. Calm water, scenic shorelines, and incredible fishing. Bring a rod or just bring the camera.
Paddle through Callander Bay, where the lighthouse, lookout, sailboats, and village views create a one-of-a-kind experience on the water. A shorter, scenic route that combines open-water paddling with classic Northern Ontario village atmosphere right off the shoreline.
Step off the beaten path and into a true backcountry fishing experience on Lake Nipissing. We drop you off by UTV at a remote, elevated backcountry lake overlooking Lake Nipissing. A secluded fishery with no boat traffic, just quiet water and natural surroundings.
Target largemouth bass in calm, protected waters that suit experienced anglers and first-time fishers alike. This is a catch-and-release only fishery, helping preserve the quality of this unique backcountry lake.
You will be set up with a 16-foot Legend wide-body aluminum fishing boat powered by an electric trolling motor. The lake is connected to Lake Nipissing but sits at a significantly higher elevation, creating a unique and rarely accessed fishing opportunity. Cast and explore at your own pace, then we return to pick you up.
This is your time to explore, your time to unwind, and your time to experience the Nipissing region. Pick the craft that fits your group and your route.
Solo or tandem. Stable, easy to learn, perfect for exploring shoreline, quiet coves, and longer-distance paddling.
Classic Canadian. Room for groups, gear, and a cooler. Great for families and multi-hour paddles through back bays.
Calm water, open views. Great for fitness, sightseeing, or an unhurried morning on sheltered bays.
Prefer a guide? Want to camp overnight? Pair your paddle with one of these.
All the paddle craft and fishing boats you need for self-guided or guided days on the water.
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Prefer a guide? Add a local who knows the water, picks the route, and handles the logistics.
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Paddle by day, camp by night. Basic and Comfort rental kits delivered to your campsite.
View packages →Three main routes: the South River leading to the waterfalls at Chapman's Chute, Hunters Bay with over 5 square kilometres of sheltered islands and protected back bay paddling, and Callander Bay with views of the lighthouse, lookout, sailboats, and village.
No. These are self-guided paddle adventures. We provide the equipment, a route overview, safety gear, and a briefing before you go. You paddle at your own pace. If you prefer a guide, see our guided adventures page for guided paddle tours.
All three. Kayak for solo paddlers or couples, canoes for groups and gear-heavy trips, and stand-up paddleboards for calm water. Pick the craft that fits your group and the route you want to do. See our boat rentals page for the full fleet.
Yes. Hunters Bay and Callander Bay offer sheltered, calm water that works well for first-time paddlers. The South River is also calm and protected. If you are a complete beginner, ask about a guided paddle tour where an experienced local handles the route, safety, and pace.
Call (705) 471-3245 or use our contact page. Tell us the route you want to paddle, the number of people, your experience level, and the craft you prefer. We will handle the rest and have the equipment ready when you arrive.
Pricing depends on the route. Local bays (South River, Hunter's Bay, or Callander Bay, departing from land, up to 6 hours): solo kayak or paddleboard $40 per person, 2-person canoe $75. Manitou Island (water taxi included, up to 6 hours): single kayaks from $300 for 2 people plus $100 per additional person up to 4, or double canoe from $300 for 2 people plus $50 per additional person up to 4. French River (up to 8 hours): single kayaks from $500 for 2 people plus $100 per additional person up to 4, or double canoe from $500 for 2 people plus $50 per additional person up to 4. Fishing equipment is an additional $20 per person on any route. See the full pricing breakdown above.
Three signature routes. Your pace. Kayak, canoe, or paddleboard.
Call us, pick a route, and we will have the gear ready.