Jet Boat Lachine Rapids
Jet Boating Montreals Lachine Rapids
from $62.41 per person
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- Duration
- 2 hours
- Meeting point
- Parking lot, 1 Clock Tower Quay St
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Run by
- Saute-Moutons Jet Boating
Overview
Saute-Moutons Jet Boating runs a two hour experience on the St. Lawrence River that centres on one hour of riding the Lachine Rapids in a jet boat. The boat drives into the chop and riders get thoroughly wet, with reviewers describing walls of water and soaking spray. Travellers arrive at the Clock Tower Quay in the Old Port of Montreal, get a safety orientation, change into gear, and head out from the marina beside the big white Clock Tower.
The whole outing is built around getting wet on purpose. The operator supplies a life jacket, poncho, sandals and secure lockers, with changing rooms for before and after. You need to arrive 45 minutes ahead of departure for orientation and should plan about 15 minutes at the end to change back into dry clothes. Boats carry a large group, up to 140 travellers at maximum.
Families with kids and teenagers repeatedly call it a highlight. It suits anyone who wants an adrenaline hit and does not mind being drenched, and one reviewer found it a nice way to see Montreal from the river.
What's Included
Included
- Life jacket, changing rooms, safe lockers, ponchos
| Group size | Up to 140 travellers |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 6 years |
Itinerary
- Meet at Clock Tower QuayThe meeting point is the parking lot at 1 Clock Tower Quay in the Old Port of Montreal. Find the big white Clock Tower, then the marina beside it, and walk toward the colored boats.
- Arrive for orientationYou are required to arrive 45 minutes before departure for the safety orientation and to change and stow your things in a locker.
- Jet boat the Lachine RapidsThe boat ride on the St. Lawrence River lasts one hour, driving into the rapids and their spray.
- Change and finishAnticipate about 15 minutes after the activity to change. The experience ends back at the meeting point, and the total duration is two hours.
What To Expect From The Tour
Here is what travellers should sort out before booking, based on the tour details and on what reviewers repeatedly say about the ride.
| Rating | 4.9 from 245 reviews |
|---|---|
| Season | Open dates show on the booking page. |
| Weather | Weather rules differ between the booking page and the operator, so confirm the weather policy on the booking page before you go. |
- You will get soaked. This point comes up in almost every review. Expect to be completely wet, with waves crashing over the boat. Bring a change of clothes or a bathing suit, since this is a wet trip.
- Gear is provided. Life jackets, ponchos, borrowed sandals, changing rooms and secure lockers are included. You may prefer your own sandals or crocs for comfort, and one reviewer wore the borrowed sandals rather than soaking their own shoes.
- Choose your seat. Reviewers say the first three rows are pretty intense. Another traveller advised sitting at the front if you want to get splashed.
- Photos and extras. Reviewers mention a picture package you can purchase, and one recommended it for showing others the wall of water that comes at you. A price for photos is not stated, so check with the operator on the day.
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- Family friendly. The minimum age is six, and reviewers ranging from families with teenagers to a 75 year old grandmother describe it as fun for all ages. The group is capped at 140 travellers, so expect a large boat rather than a small craft.
- Weather matters. Weather rules differ between the booking page and the operator, so confirm the policy for your date. One reviewer noted rain at speed can sting the face, and said a poncho helps if you usually get cold. Another said the water was warm in August.
Common issues. The chop can be rough, and the ride is not recommended for travellers with back problems, pregnant travellers, or anyone with heart problems or serious medical conditions. Weather can cancel a departure, and the operator also requires a minimum number of travellers, so a departure can be called off if that minimum is not met, with a different date, a different experience, or a full refund offered. Group size is large, up to 140 people, so this is not an intimate outing, and the early arrival of 45 minutes before departure is required for orientation.
Common Questions
What Is Included In The Price?
The price includes a life jacket, changing rooms, secure lockers, ponchos and sandals you can borrow. The hour on the St. Lawrence River is included as well. Bring a change of clothes or a bathing suit, since this is a wet trip and dry clothes are not provided.
How Long Does The Tour Take?
The full experience lasts two hours from the listed duration. Of that, the boat ride itself is one hour. You must arrive 45 minutes before departure for orientation, and you should expect about 15 minutes afterwards to change.
Where Does The Tour Meet?
The meeting point is the parking lot at 1 Clock Tower Quay, Montreal, in the Old Port. Look for the big white Clock Tower, then the marina next to it, and walk toward the colored boats where the crew waits. The activity ends back at the same spot. Pickup is not stated, so confirm before booking if you need transport to the quay.
Is It Suitable For Kids And Older Travellers?
The minimum age is six, and reviewers with children and teenagers describe it as a hit with the whole family. A 75 year old reviewer loved it, and most travellers can participate, though it is not recommended for those with back problems, pregnant travellers, or people with heart conditions.
Is It Wheelchair Accessible?
The experience is wheelchair accessible, and transportation and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. It is near public transportation. Given the rough water reviewers describe, anyone with specific mobility concerns should confirm details at booking before reserving.
What Is The Cancellation Policy?
You must cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund, using the experience's local time. Cancellations or changes inside that window are not refunded or accepted. If the operator cancels for poor weather or because the minimum number of travellers is not met, you are offered a different date, a different experience, or a full refund.
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