Water Sports · Quebec
H2O Expedition
A rafting and canyoning outfitter in Desbiens, Quebec, with a near-perfect rating for fun, patient guides, big rapids and cliff jumps, and pricing reviewers call fair for the adventure.
What visitors say
H2O Expedition runs guided rafting and canyoning trips out of Desbiens, near Lac Saint-Jean, and reviewers almost all come back talking about the rapids and the scenery. Several describe a solid shot of adrenaline on the river with good views along the way.
The guides are the main reason for the high marks. First-timers, including one person who had never learned to swim, say the crew made them feel looked after, and English-speaking visitors mention guides taking the time to explain everything in English when the rest of the group spoke French. Trip photos are posted to Facebook at no charge, though one guest wished more had been taken during the cliff jumps.
Rafting trips include stops to jump off cliffs of roughly 5 to 6 metres, and the company also runs canyoning. One family who did the canyon with two 11-year-olds found it harder than expected, with narrow, dark stretches to squeeze through, but still rated it highly. Guides also hand out local tips, such as where to eat afterwards.
There is very little criticism in the reviews. The main thing to know is that canyoning is more physical than it may sound, so it suits active families and adults rather than anyone nervous in tight spaces.
Summarised from visitor reviews on Google Maps. Based on 204 Google reviews. Details change — confirm hours, prices and bookings with H2O Expedition directly.