5 Nature & Wildlife Tours in Ottawa That You Shouldn't Miss

Tours Expedition Ottawa is the specialist in outdoor micro-tourism around Ottawa-Gatineau. As a base, we offer 4 types of outdoor expeditions, including canoeing in calm waters (canoe), hiking treks (trek), cycling in our numerous bike trails (velo), and cross-country skiing (skι). We take care in planning your expedition as per your needs, your abilities, and to the rhythm of the seasons, the weather and the local products offered. These unique expeditions are designed for up to 4 persons, including the basic equipment, a fresh and healthy picnic from local sources, transportation directly from your accommodation in the Ottawa/Gatineau region, and the services of expert bilingual guide. There is only one departure per day, with a return from 4 to 6 hours later. The 4 basic tours-destinations offered by Tours Expedition Ottawa are described below. We also offer a variety of seasonal outdoor activities, including camping, exploration of a pioneer village, group tours, night tours, adventure spas, dining experiences, to name a few. Open all year, reservations are strongly recommended!

We are experts in outdoor experiences. Both in summer and winter, we offer a wide variety of scheduled events for those visiting Ottawa/Gatineau for the first time or those that want to rediscover it all over again. From hiking, canoeing, backpacking, snowshoeing and both cross-country skiing to downhill skiing (and many more!) we will bring you to places that are sure to satisfy your needs.

Experience a river adventure—in the heart of the city—and learn about whitewater paddling, how to 'read' the river, and safety in rapids. This activity is 100% outside with distancing and COVID-19 precautions throughout. Since 2008, we've operated skills courses and multi-day expeditions across Canada and Internationally. Now you can have the thrill of river running—easily accessible from Ottawa.

Welcome to Ottawa's First Luxury Pop-Up Picnic. Let go of your worries and let us set you up anywhere you want in Ottawa.* You haven't experienced a fancy picnic like this before in Ottawa. We cater to romantic surprise date nights, proposals, birthdays, anniversaries, bridal showers, engagements, intimate celebrations and elopements of up to 8 guests. Visit www.runawaypicnic.com for more info.

Mila and Don here and we have a passion for the great outdoors here in Canada and we would like to share it with you at our cottage in the countryside.