In over 40 years of providing adventure travel holidays, we have paddled and hiked thousands of kilometers with countless satisfied customers. We've learned how to make your trip very special. Over 70% of our clientele are returning participants!
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Overview
Quebec's Coulonge River has a great combination of lake and river paddling. It offers a mix of Canadian Shield bedrock and sandy esker meanders. The whitewater boasts ledge-type descents and deep-channel runs. The river is interesting in high and low water levels, with many scenic chutes and falls. Among the small lakes and creeks high in the Laurentian Highlands - the worn remains of the world's oldest mountains - our wild river begins.
In La Verendrye Wildlife Reserve, the route passes through a number of large lakes, before narrowing down after Lac Pomponne. We will begin our 200-km paddle at Lac Pomponne - the start of the whitewater stretch. Wildlife abounds, with moose, black bears, foxes, and minks on the shore, while the river supports abundant otters, turtles, and beavers. With lots of campsites to choose from, our pace is flexible. Depending our our timing, we may take one day off to enjoy swimming, fishing, and practicing our skills in a nearby rapid. There are miles of swifts and fun Class 1 rapids, regularly interspersed with more challenging sections. For the more-experienced paddlers, some exciting Class 3 sets may be an option, while the rest of us portage. At the end of the week, we enjoy the great finishing run through kilometres of swifts before arriving at Grande Chute, our cars, and the trip homeward.
Starting at
$2695 USD
$2695 CAD
Package Price
Trip Highlights
- Wildlife
- lots of campsites to choose from
In over 40 years of providing adventure travel holidays, we have paddled and hiked thousands of kilometers with countless satisfied customers. We've learned how to make your trip very special. Over 70% of our clientele are returning participants!
- Visit Website
- Request Catalog
- 1 (888) 849-7668
- View all Black Feather Products >
- Reservation Policy
Quick Facts
Paddlesport
- Canoeing
Activity
- Whitewater
- Canoe Tripping
Experience/Service
- Paddling Trip
Waterway
- Whitewater Class I
- Whitewater Class II
Destination
- North America
Length
- 8 Days
Accomodation
- Wilderness Camping
Guided
- Yes
Outfitted
- Fully
Special Interest
- Wildlife Viewing
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Adventure Level
Dates & Packages
Coulonge River Canoe Trip
Guides 5:1 ratio
Meals
• excellent meals from Day 1 lunch to Day 9 lunch
• snacks
Canoeing Equipment
• 17’ Prospector expedition canoes
• paddles, PFDs, throw bags, paddling helmets
Camping Equipment
• tents: free-standing, custom expedition dome tents - 2 per tent
• "kitchen": tarp, fire box, cooking stoves, utensils, dishes, etc.
• containers for food and group equipment
Safety Equipment
• first aid, safety, river rescue, and repair kits
• communications equipment (satellite phone)
• transportation of guides, group gear, canoes, etc. to and from trip
• van shuttle to the start of the trip
What Guests Are Saying
The office was very helpful in answering all my questions, renting me a waterproof pack, and ensuring that I was well-prepared.
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