5 Day Wilderness Snowmobile Safari (R.A.P. Ride)

This is the ultimate winter adventure - an 850 kilometre circular expedition through spectacular wild forests and frozen landscapes of Ontario by snowmobile!! Ontario has the largest, and possibly the best, snowmobile trail system in the world, and we will be taking full advantage of it! We will explore the extensive network of wilderness snowmobile trails and logging roads as we voyage Round Algonquin Park (RAP ride). Our path will lead us along snowmobile trails that cut through thick, untamed forests, zoom down a 30 m wide Hydro "Right Of Way", and take us into quaint little country villages. Along the way we will stop our snowmobiles at spectacular vantage points and scenic lookouts.

This trip can be done in 3-4 days of "hard" snowmobile riding, but we plan to do it in a more leisurely 5 full days. We will snowmobile between 175 - 250 km each day (6 - 9 hours) before arriving at our resort or motel for the evening (a couple have hot tubs!). All lodgings have restaurants so we don't need to cook.

Day 1 (Monday)
From the Haliburton Highlands we will start our snowmobile journey into the wild! After suiting up with proper winter clothing, packing our saddle bags (we carry our gear on our snowmobiles), and a safety lesson on snowmobiles, we will venture forth. Our first day is an easy ride, to let everyone get accustomed to controlling their powerful snowmobiles. We will travel about 120 km to our first stop - a Lodge in Barry's Bay. There is a hot tub here, so be sure to bring your bathing suits! The trail takes us through the only portion of Algonquin Park where snowmobile tours are allowed. Since Algonquin Park is world famous as a "Wilderness Park", we have an excellent chance of seeing such wild animals as moose, deer, beaver, or even wolves! We will definitely be passing by several beaver dams (now frozen over), so keep your cameras within easy reach!

Day 2
An early start will be needed today, as we have a lot of territory to snowmobile over (about 190 km). We will snowmobile by Pembroke and continue on to Rolphton (on the shores of the mighty Ottawa River), where we will be staying at a local motel. Along the way the countryside changes from the dense forests of Algonquin Park to the scenic rolling hills of the Madawaska Valley, giving us many beautiful views of the surrounding uplands. Beyond Pembroke the snowmobile trail follows a Hydro Line "Right Of Way". This 30 m wide strip through the forest will allow us to pick up speed and watch the kilometres just sail by!

Day 3
We are now riding our snowmobiles in the scarcely populated area to the north of Algonquin Park. This will also be another long ride, as we must snowmobile about 230 km of forest trail. We end our day in Powason, near North Bay. The accommodations, while basic, are comfortable and will provide us with a good nights rest.

Day 4
We are now snowmobiling south, along the west side of Algonquin. We travel 165 km through the edge of Muskoka, as we snowmobile into Huntsville and our stop at a ski resort. Here they have several ways to help you really relax. There is a hot tub - just lie back and let the warm water gently massage your muscles! If you prefer, you can go for a swim in the indoor pool, or soak up the heat in the sauna. Whatever you choose will be a welcome treat!

Day 5
We now head through Muskoka and eventually, after 125 km of fantastic snowmobiling, return to the Haliburton Highlands, where we will drop off our snowmobiles. We should get back to our starting point around 3pm, leaving us enough time to get back to Toronto for dinner.

Snowmobile Safari Details

Season: Mid January - Mid March (Monday - Friday)

We have a scheduled trip, but, if you have a group, pick your date!
Group Size: 6 - 20

If you have your own NEW snowmobile that you would like to use (+ your own trail pass), the price is $860 + GST.

You can Convert to your own currency at this Web Site.

What's Included:

• New Ski Doo Snowmobile Rental (5 Days)
• Liability and Theft Insurance (you are responsible for any Collision Damage)
• Snowmobile Helmet
• Winter Snowmobile Clothing - Boots, Jacket, Pants, Gloves (5 Days)
• Use of Snowmobile Saddlebags for your clothes
• 4 Nights Accommodation
• All Meals, excluding Lunches
• Snowmobile Trail Permits & Admission Fees
• Services of a Snowmobile Guide

What's Not Included:

• Collision Insurance
• Snacks and Alcohol
• Lunches
• Gas + Oil
• Incidentals (Phone calls, Faxes, etc.)

Transportation from Toronto can be arranged.

Contact:

Tel: 905-471-9453 (471-Wild)
Toll Free: 1-800-776-9453 (North America)
Fax: 905-472-9453
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