Activity Snapshot
Activity description
Leave the hustle and bustle of Montreal behind and go for a hike on the National Trail and a canoe trip down the river at Saint-Côme!
Enjoy a day full of adventure on this canoe trip with Canot Volant and Bonjour Nature, departing from Montreal. Let yourself be seduced by Quebec nature as you hike the Sentier National and canoe down the Assomption in Saint-Côme, in the Matawinie region of Lanaudière, just an hour and a half from Montreal!
Our partner's canoe-trekking day offers you a unique experience departing from Montreal. You'll start your day with a hike on the National Trail, a legendary 1,650 km footpath that runs through nine regions of Quebec, from Ottawa to Gaspé. On this day, you'll have the chance to explore the magnificent Swaggin Falls area during a 5 km hike on the National Trail. Criss-crossing the most beautiful natural environments, the National Trail will introduce you to a wilderness of diverse landscapes. This beginner-intermediate hike will take you into the heart of the mixed forest, along the Swaggin River to the Rivière l'Assomption. You'll be captivated by the impressive waterfalls and cascades that dot the landscape.
Once you've completed the land section, you'll continue with a 6-kilometre canoe trip down the Rivière l'Assomption. The source of this river is Lac de l'Assomption in Parc National du Mont-Tremblant, and it flows onto the north shore of the St. Lawrence just outside the town of Repentigny. This canoe trip down the Assomption is a mix of easy white water and calm water, ideal for an introduction to river canoeing suitable for all the family. As the river gently flows by, you'll be surrounded by picturesque cottages and majestic mountains in a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere.
Your day of hiking and canoeing is perfectly organised to ensure you have an enjoyable experience in the heart of nature in the Matawinie. You can trust our partner to organise your hiking and canoeing getaway in Saint-Côme from Montreal! What's more, there's a refreshing stop-off at the Tré Carré microbrewery on the way back!
So don't wait any longer, book your nature getaway from Montreal and go for a hike on the National Trail followed by a canoe trip down the Assomption!
- Departure from Radisson metro station at 8 a.m.
- Arrival at Au Canot Volant
- Documents to be completed;
- Checking of personal equipment and collection of nautical equipment for the river section;
- Distribution of equipment and explanation of the activity;
- Boarding into the bus;
- Arrival at the trailhead;
- Safety instructions, trackless practices;
- Walk and picnic along the trail;
- Arrival at the boat launch;
- Change of equipment, instructions and launch;
- Descent by canoe or kayak;
- Arrival at Le Canot Volant;
- Return of equipment
- Possible stopover at the Tré Carré microbrewery on the way back to quench your thirst.
- Return to Montreal around 6:30 p.m.
Activity requirements
You need to be in good physical condition to take part in this activity.
Special terms
This activity is weather-dependent. If the weather does not allow for the activity to take place, we will contact you to reschedule or receive a full refund.
- Guided transport by minibus round trip
- The services of a driver-guide during transport
- Canoe trip with Canot Volant
- Use of a canoe by two people, with equipment
- On-site transfer
- Quebec taxes
- Hiking shoes
- Comfortable and weather adapted clothing
- Water
- Snack
- Picnic
- Mosquito repellent
- Sunscreen
- Water shoes
