Group Paddleboard Whitewater "rafting"

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  • Regular price $240.00


Groups of 6 paddlers per trip

 

This is the most fun alternative to conventional whitewater rafting you can imagine. Whether you've whitewater rafted before or not, this exciting trip from the Aquaduct Park in LaSalle, to below the Lachines rapids is a blast. 

We cater to groups from 4 (minimum) to 6 (maximum) with an experienced guide, and run the "left line" of the lachines rapids close to the river left bank. The upper trip is a leisurely float, where we will practice the necessary skills for the Whitewater run, then paddle through the exciting rapids, and finally at the bottom, surf a few waves before exiting at the Honourable George O'Reilly Park.

Because of the nature of the activity, everyone on board the paddleboard must be part of the same group (know each other). Our minimum group size to book is 4 people, and maximum is 6. Maximum group weight is 1000lbs (combined paddler weights without equipment).

EASY TRIP: 4Km Drift - 1 hr

Craft: Party Paddleboard

Price: Prices listed are for the entire group (4 people $60ea, 5 people $55ea, 6 people $50ea)

Description:

This enjoyable, and relaxing 4km paddle from Aquaduct park, Lasalle, to Rapids Park. With the swift moving current, almost no paddling is required - if you don't want to. It's the perfect "after work" evening paddle to finish your day and enjoy the warmer months.

At the very end of the trip, we pass the famous "Vage a Guy" surfing wave. The more adventurous can try to paddle though it. Or you can go around with ease. It's a great way to end the trip.
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Requirements: You must be a basic swimmer (able to propel yourself forward with a PFD on) with relative comfort in the water, but no previous SUP or rafting experience is required. Any age over 4 (with parent or guardian present, as long as they have a basic understanding of swimming). It is highly unlikely that anyone will fall into the water, but it is always possible.
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Personal Flotation Device, Helmet and paddle are provided, as well as the party board.
 

Exciting Whitewater Class 3 run: 6Km  - 2 hours

Craft: Party Paddleboard

Price: Prices listed are for the entire group (4 people $80ea, 5 people $75ea, 6 people $70ea)

Description:

Starting with a relaxing 4km paddle from Aquaduct park, Lasalle, to Rapids Park, we move through the swift moving current, working on paddling skills that will be needed in the Whitewater  section. Most of this is done standing, including running through the Vague a Guy waves.

We then stop at the Pointe Ouest du parc des rapides lake to regroup and go over some more safety instructions, and prepare for the Whitewater  trip down. We start off through the top "point break" waves kneeling, and then keep left close to shore. 
At this point, depending on the group, we can stay kneeling, or try standing as we make our way down the rest of the exciting rapids, that get bigger and bigger as you go down, ending in a series of giant waves we call Hawaii 5.0.
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Below these waves are a series of smaller rapids and waves that we stop and surf.
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Minimum age is 8yrs old (with guardian or parent), and all participants must be solid swimmers. While not absolutely necessary, it is recommended that all participants have at least one previous whitewater rafting trip experience. Most trips end up with at least one person swimming, but it is easy to get back to the board if you're a good swimmer. PFD must be worn at all times.
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Personal Flotation Device, Helmet and paddle are provided, as well as the party board.
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Prices are listed per person Trips subject to weather. We reserve the right to postpose to a new date should weather conditions warrant a change.
You will be required to demonstrate your ability to swim before the trip begins. Free cancellation up to 1 week prior to the reservation. No refunds for cancellations within 6 days of the trip, nor for being unable to participate due to not being able to swim.