Guided river rafting and inflatable kayaking trips, just 30 minutes from Quebec City.
⭐️ 5.0 (100+ reviews)
7 days a week • May 1 to September 1 • Departure at 11 a.m.
Discover the Jacques-Cartier River canyon on a unique guided descent in Quebec. With its 75-meter shale walls, thrilling rapids, and breathtaking scenery, this 9.5-km adventure is perfect for families looking for unforgettable moments and for thrill-seekers in search of adventure.
✓ Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance
✓ French and English guide
✓ Duration 3 to 6 hours
✓ Exclusive access to the Jacques-Cartier canyon (otherwise inaccessible)
✓ The most photogenic descent in Quebec (photos included; perfect for Instagram)
✓ Each descent protects the river
Starting at $99 per person
📍 Location
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Parc familial des Berges, Donnacona, Québec (30 min from Québec City, 2 h from Montréal)
📅 Dates
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7 days a week, from May 1 to September 1
⏰ Schedule
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11 a.m. to 2–5 p.m.
What influences the duration of your adventure:
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Water level
High water (≈ May–June) → faster 🔺
Low water (≈ July–August) → slower 🔻
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Group size
Small group (weekdays / off-season) → faster 🔺
Large group (weekends / holidays) → slower 🔻
💵 Rates :
Premium experience at an affordable price.
11 years old +
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May-June : 119 $ +tx
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Jully-August : 139 $ +tx
6-10 years old
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Jully-Aougust : 99 $ +tx
Group
(schools, day camps, corporate events, association, etc.)
Prices on request
*Guide gratuities not included.
💳 Cancellation and Refund Policy
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Free cancellation at least 24 hours in advance
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Less than 24 hours: no refund or credit
🛶 Choose your adventure: raft or kayak
Rafting
Kayak
Rafting (Family Profile) : Stable and safe, ideal for a family adventure (children ages 6 and up).
Kayaking (Adventure Profile) : More sporty and immersive, perfect for adrenaline junkies (ages 11 and up). Unsinkable and easy to master.
*During periods of high water levels (spring or after heavy rain), the descent is done exclusively by raft.
Customization: Because we're not all in the same boat... We encourage you to mix the two types of boarding within the same group, so that everyone can have an experience tailored to their expectations and ambitions.
🔎 Included
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Guides
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Equipment
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Transport with the Shack-à-raft, our custom bus.
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Geological discovery: friable shale cliffs, unique to our area.
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Cliff jumping*
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Swimming in rapids*
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Access to the salmon migration pass
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Contribution to the 1% for the Planet fund.
*If conditions allow.
Not included : Guide tips.
🧗♂️ Difficulty
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Beginner / Intermediate (rapids R-1 to R-3).
Being in good physical condition is recommended to handle changing weather conditions, swim in rapids, and paddle for an extended period.
The most challenging part is usually carrying your boat to the put-in (~800 m) and at the take-out (~200 m). Kayaks weigh 25–30 lb (solo or 2x2) and rafts weigh 105–150 lb (team effort).
What influences the difficulty level:
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Type of craft
Kayak → more difficult 🔺
Rafting → easier 🔻
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Water level
High water (≈ May–June) → more difficult 🔺
Low water (≈ July–August) → easier 🔻
👕 What to bring
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Snack / light meal and water bottle (dry bag provided).
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Towel for changing.
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Weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toe shoes (wetsuit and footwear provided if needed).
We take care of the rest!!
Advance booking required (minimum 24 h in advance — call us if less than 24 h).
