White Water Rafting · Lanaudière - Mauricie
The essentials
One operator runs rafting on the Matawin River in Mauricie: Coop Aventures Matawin, priced at 109.01 $ CAD for a 6h session. The physical level is "Occasionally sporty", making it accessible to first-timers while still delivering real rapids. Guides operate in both English and French. Book directly with Coop Aventures Matawin and confirm availability early in the season, May through September, as summer weekends fill fast.
The offer
Rafting on the Matawin River in Mauricie, near Trois-Rivières
Frequently asked questions
How intense are the rapids on the Matawin River?
The tour is rated "Occasionally sporty", meaning you'll hit genuine whitewater sections that require paddling effort, but the trip is designed so beginners can handle it. Expect surges of adrenaline between calmer stretches.
Do I need rafting experience to join?
No prior experience is required. The "Occasionally sporty" physical level means guides will brief you before launch and the river is manageable for first-timers who are comfortable in water.
How long is the day on the water?
The full session runs 6 hours. Factor in travel to the meeting point at Trois-Rives and you're looking at a full day out.
Is the tour available in English?
Yes. Coop Aventures Matawin guides in both English and French, so anglophones have full support throughout the 6h trip.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -9.2°C | 68.5 mm | Possible |
| February | -9°C | 70.1 mm | Possible |
| March | -3.5°C | 70.5 mm | Possible |
| April | 4.4°C | 83.5 mm | Possible |
| May | 11.5°C | 126.6 mm | Possible |
| June | 17.5°C | 88.8 mm | Good |
| July | 21.4°C | 107.2 mm | Good |
| August | 19.6°C | 71.7 mm | Good |
| September | 16.7°C | 100.6 mm | Good |
| October | 8.9°C | 103 mm | Possible |
| November | 1.7°C | 76.8 mm | Possible |
| December | -7.1°C | 77.1 mm | Possible |
Practical info
Equipment
Wear a swimsuit or quick-dry shorts under your wetsuit, and secure any glasses with a strap. For a 6h "Occasionally sporty" session on a Quebec river, bring a change of dry clothes and a towel for after, and apply sunscreen before launch.
Getting there
Head to Coop Aventures Matawin at 219 chemin de la Matawin, Trois-Rives, QC, roughly 90 minutes north of Trois-Rivières via Route 153.
See also
White Water Rafting elsewhere
Updated March 2026