Montreal’s Most Beautiful Views... Without the Splash.

⏱️ 50 mins.

☂️ Stay Dry

100% dry

100% scenic

Admire a Natural Wonder

An unrivaled Perspective

We are the only company that brings guests this close to the rapids, where you can also spot river wildlife such as herons, cormorants and other waterbirds in their natural habitat.

As one of North America’s most powerful stretches of whitewater, these rapids were first documented by Samuel de Champlain in 1611, who named them Sault Saint-Louis and recognized their strategic importance centuries before the canals were built.

For thousands of years, for first-nations, particularly the Iroquois, the Algonquins, and the Huron-Wendat, the Lachine Rapids were a commercial and migratory crossroads.

Discover the St. Lawrence

Cruise past the Victoria Bridge, the Biosphere and the St-Lambert Locks before stopping at the Lachine Rapids, one of the largest rapids in North America. 

 

Follow the explorer’s path

Thanks to its jet propulsion system, the Panorama can navigate the shallow waters required to see the most the St-Lawrence has to offer. Perfect for relaxing and soaking in the city’s charm, while learning its history.

Tailored for Your Group

Move beyond the textbook 

Our guides provide a live narration of Montreal’s maritime history, the engineering of our iconic bridges, and the ecology of the St. Lawrence River.

Peace of mind is our priority 

The Panorama uses a specialized jet-propulsion system with no propellers. All tours are Transport Canada-certified.

Group logistics Made Easy

We understand the “field trip hustle.” We offer dedicated bus drop-off zones just steps from the dock and flexible scheduling for groups to fit your schedule.

Your Schedule

10 minutes

Before the ride

Arrive 10 minutes in advance.

50 Minutes on the water

A Fully Guided Tour

Learn about Samuel de Champlain’s 1611 arrival, the steamboats and the unique river ecosystem.

Unobstructed 360° views of the Biosphere, St. Helen and Notre-Dame Islands, Victoria Bridge, Champlain Bridge and…

The destination

The historic Lachine Rapids!

The Lachine Rapids are a powerful, surging expanse of the St. Lawrence River where ancient geological ledges create one of North America’s most impressive and historically significant stretches of whitewater.

We Take Care of Everything

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The Explorer's Path