Spend five days this summer immersed in the wilderness. Whether you are an experienced back-country paddler or a complete beginner, our member-led canoe trips are a great way to experience the incredible scenic beauty of the largest intact boreal forest in the world.
Each trip begins on Monday with an exhilarating full-day's paddle over 7 lakes and 6 portages, is followed by three days at a rustic island cabin with a blissful wood-fired sauna, and finishes up on Friday with a day's paddle back out. Canoes, paddles, safety equipment, food and accommodation are all provided.
Experienced leaders will help you learn canoeing techniques and basic wilderness skills. You will participate in all aspects of the experience, from portaging to washing dishes. Your enjoyment of nature will be enhanced by varied activities including hiking, exploring, fishing, refreshing swims and evening saunas.
The spectacular surroundings offer unmatched opportunities for photography, astronomy, botany and wildlife observation. Wildflowers dot every patch of sunlit ground. Songbirds and waterfowl make the most of the short northern summer. Each week a different expert helps you explore a new facet of the Mantario experience. Review this year's program listings and select the one that is right for you.
Book your trip today. You will return refreshed and invigorated by the beauty and tranquility of the Mantario Wilderness Experience. View all trip listings or details on rates and registration (early-bird discount ends June 1st).
- Family Week 1 with Brian & Liz Hydesmith ( week full )
- The Garden of Boreas with Charles Burchill
- Fish, Swim and Sauna with Marc Leclair
- Astronomy with Jennifer West
- Family week 2 with Lesly Andrews & Ron McDougall ( week full )
- Photography with Maya deForest & Brian Hydesmith