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Grand River Rafting, Canoe & Kayak Trips in Southern Ontario. 

Just one hour west of Toronto. Safe for all ages, sizes & skill levels.


Experiences on the Grand River for schools, corporate, family and scout groups.

Rafting . Canoe . Kayak . Lessons . Fishing . Biking . Hiking . Guided Canoe Kayak

For family or friends from afar wanting a Canadian wilderness paddle.

Gift Certificates... Give a friend a "Grand River Gift of Uniqueness".

If you are looking for a different experience...

Then you are knocking at the right door.

We show the Grand River the way we show it to our  friends.

Making the connection... instead of the transaction.

We travel timeless... we laugh a lot... we take it all in...

                                                                 Garth & Chad Pottruff


 “For a top notch guided trip, look no further then Grand River Rafting. We have been on three wonderful excursions with them… a relaxing educational afternoon, a magical starlight trip… and a custom-designed rambunctious party trip with a scrumptious BBQ for 40 people. These folks know the river, know rafting and know quality customer service… call them!”               Wendy & Dwayne Down, Brantford, Ontario 

 

 Raft, Canoe, Kayak, Cycle & Hike with us... we specialize in Learning Adventures.

Looking forward to meeting you on the banks of the Grand River!

 

You can order Our Tripper Lunch by  Chef Nancy...


Veggie Wrap ~ Roasted Red, Orange, Yellow Peppers, Green Zucchini, Portabella Mushrooms, Cheese, Plum Tomatoes, and Chopped Romaine

Caesar Wrap ~ Grilled Breast of Chicken with Romaine Lettuce Real Bacon, Croutons, and Forks Homemade Caesar Dressing

Cold Meat Wraps … with Chopped Romaine, Plum Tomato, English Cucumber, Garlic Hummus, Shredded Cheese… choice of meat …. Roast Turkey / Cajun Chicken / Black Forest Ham / Roasted Beef / Tuna.

Choice of dessert… brownie, large cookie, butter tart and date square.

Fruit of the Day... pending what is in season

Choice of drink… apple or orange juice, coke/diet coke, ginger ale, sprite and orange pop, ice tea, water. 

$14 per person with wrap, dessert, fruit, cold drink and tax included


 

Our Articles About the Grand River Valley

 

 Toronto Family Rafting... Grand River Day Trips to Fit the Family Budget... Southern Ontario

Toronto's nearby Grand River offers family rafting trips for up to 8 people with significant cost savings by choosing a self-guided option. (ArticleLink)

Toronto Rafting School Trips On the Grand River… An Amazing Outdoor Classroom

Imagine an outdoor learning adventure that offers numerous experiences while rafting a gentle splashing river. These 4-5 hour floating classroom adventures are worth the one hour drive from Toronto.(Article Link)

Blue Heron Rafting/Grand River Rafting… Paddle into Ontario!

Both Blue Heron Rafting and the Grand River Rafting Company offer the opportunity to safely paddle into the Grand River wilderness of southern Ontario. Truly a Grand Experience! (Article Link)  

Toronto Fly Fishing School 6 Hr Course, 1 Hr West at Grand River

Learn to fly fish 1 hour west of Toronto at a beginners fly fishing course on the Grand River. This fly fishing course also teaches beginners how to buy good equipment without paying an arm and a leg!  Article Link 

A Real Pirate Birthday Party Rafting Idea - Pirate Birthday Party Ideas Toronto

Paddle down the river dressed as a pirate for the birthday party of the year. Start this 4 hour pirate adventure with a partial map. Raft together in search of the coordinates that unlock the treasure. Article Link 

Red Hat Rafting Trips 1 Hour West of Toronto, A Great Idea for Red Hats

Red Hats and rafting are a perfect fit. The Red Hat Society is often looking for opportunities where women can do and learn things together. And leisure rafting down the Grand River is the answer. Article Link

Put Rafting on the Bucket List… Ideas for Ontario Seniors Clubs

Leisure rafting near Toronto is a unique senior’s club activity. For seniors 92 years and under, rafting is one activity where Senior's Clubs can explore the outdoors together. Article Link

Rafting the Grand River… Another Niagara-On-The-Lake Experience

"Paris on the Grand River" is known for its rafting. Like Niagara-On-The-Lake both are tourist designation in Southern Ontario. But Paris and its rivers may offer more. Article Link

"Star Gazers Drift" A Grand River Night Paddle West of Toronto

Full moon rafting on the Grand River is common… but a night of learning the stars is unique where you can layback on the raft and discover the galaxy up above.

Grand River Family Fishing Trip… Worth the 1 Hour Drive from Toronto.

Discover family fishing on the the Grand River with over 80 different types of fish. This beautiful river winds through a series of small towns with a vast pristine wilderness. This nearby watershed offers an excellent day of fishing for all ages and skill level.(Article Link)

Grand River Whitewater Rafting Attracts Corporate Team Building Groups from Toronto.

On the Grand Nith River, Toronto corporate groups can do a day of whitewater rafting within one hour of the city. This river system is located in Paris, Ontario, three miles off the 403, between Toronto and London. (Press Link)

Whitewater Rafting… A Wilderness Escape… Between Toronto and Niagara Falls

Discover whitewater rafting near Toronto - Niagara Falls, within a 90 minute travel window. This back road rafting adventure… is a great “time out” between two major tourist cities. (Article Link)

Ontario’s Grand River …  A True Weekend Getaway in the Paris of Southern Ontario

Travel a short distance from Toronto to discover wilderness paddling, boutique shopping, accommodations, great food…at reasonable costs! Welcome to "Paris on the Grand"…one hour west of Toronto. (Article Link)