Guided ATV Tour in Calabogie with Lunch
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Guided ATV Tour in Calabogie with Lunch
By Tom Irwin Adventure Tours
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Ages 8-90
Duration: 3h
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Live guide: English
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- ATV, Side by Side (UTV) or Snowmobile
- Lunch
- Start:
- 636 Mill St, Calabogie, ON K0J 1H0, Canada
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 161761P1- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- Must be minimum of 8 years of age.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 161761P1
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- travishU119CI0 contributionsAll smiles, any time of year!Adrenaline rush or scenic tour, Tom’s experience, guidance and impeccable machines deliver a great outdoor adventure every time!Written October 11, 2022
- Ben C0 contributionsHighly recommended snowmobiling expeditionWe had an excellent snowmobile expedition with Tom travelling from Calabogie to White Lake across scenic forests on crown land. Tom supplies everything you need including snowmobiling jackets and pants, boots, helmets and helmet liners. He quickly taught us how to operate the snowmobile properly and was very safety conscious, always ensuring our group was within his line of sight. We enjoyed a good packed lunch and stops along the way to take pictures and hear about the local history. Tom himself is an interesting and engaging fellow, having been a former Canadian motorcycle racing champion and world record holder.Written February 22, 2022
- stevewQ9192ID0 contributionsAbsolutely awesomebsolutely wonderful experience! Tom is operating a professional service in every aspect of his tours. Initial inquiries were answered promptly. Booking was an easy phone call. We arrived a little early and there was a warm fire pit burning to keep us toasty. Once the snowmobiles were prepped, we dressed in warm clothes provided by the tour. Kudos to Tom’s expertise in keeping the family warm and for Tom’s wife Lynn for helping us get our 11 & 13 year old boys in warmer gear that they never wore before. My wife was a rookie rider and Tom ensured that we went at the pace she was comfortable at. Our tour happened when it felt like -34C with windchill, but we all were warm and toasty. The ride was fantastic and Tom’s knowledge of the history of the area was a wonderful learning experience. A healthy and filling lunch was provided and we returned after getting our fill of fun. I cannot recommend this experience enough. Great service and a very relaxed atmosphere. You will not be disappointed with this tour. We will be back to Calabogie for another run. Big thanks to Tom, Lynn, and the staff who were so friendly at Oh-El-La.Written January 30, 2022
- PatriciaB2550 contributionsWhat a thrill!This tour was amazing. I cannot say enough about the thrill it was to drive these three cars. My partner and I hared a three hour tour and drove the Lamborghini, Ferrari and Nissan GT-R. With Tom in the lead, we drove from Calabogie towards Almonte then back to Calabogie to switch cars. We then drove West of Calabogie and back again. We had an hour in each vehicle and switched drivers mid-way through each drive. Tom gave us a tutorial for each car and was sure that we were safe and confident before heading out. The drive itself was unforgettable. He made sure that he kept within our comfort (and safety) zone but with the roads being so curvy and scenic, it made for a thrilling drive. I would absolutely recommend this to anyone thinking about doing this tour. You will love the cars and you will also love the professionalism and fun that Tom gives the experience. 100% thumbs up!!Written September 11, 2020
- Madwoman11110 contributionsExotic Car Excursion is OUTSTANDING!My partner and I went on Tom’s exotic car excursion last night. We walked away from it feeling exhilarated, and we are still feeling the energizing after-effects today! What an experience! Before we went out, we were both a little nervous at the thought of driving such expensive—and powerful—machines, but, I can say with all honesty, driving a Lambo, a Ferrari, and a Nissan GTR is a highlight of my life! I am a 58-year-old woman, and my partner is 65. I think we found our fountain of youth! I may be kidding, but I must say that we felt exceedingly comfortable, and safe, driving these vehicles—more so than we do in our own cars. They hug corners like magnets. It was a thrilling adventure, and I would do it again in the wink of an eye. Tom is an exceptional host—professional, courteous, fun-minded, but always safe. He thoroughly sanitized each car every time we switched, and he insisted we wear gloves—if you don’t want to wear sweaty vinyl ones, he also provides sterilized driving gloves, which just kicks up the cool factor that much more. I highly recommend this excursion with Tom; I wish I could do this every night! If I could afford a Ferrari, one would be parked in my driveway right now! Thanks, Tom, for an epic time. Marianne and KimWritten June 26, 2020
- KLMart0 contributionsamazing timeI had a wonderful day trip with my dad and Tom was very nice and patient with us. would highly recommend the snowmobile tour. Thank you Tom!Written February 21, 2020
- Maria D0 contributionsTom Irwin adventure side by side tours in CalabogieA special occasion brought us to Calabogie as we wanted something different and a little out of our comfort zone for my husband’s 70th birthday. Our friends and I decided to reserve a full day excursion with Tom Irwin adventure tours. This was the best off road fun ever. Tom Irwin the owner and our guide supplied everything we needed, including lunch. He did an awesome job showing us all the exciting trails, and watching my husband crack up every time we hit some deep puddles and rocky trails was a riot :-) Knowing we were both amateurs of photography, Thom tailored the trip to our desirer. He took the time to find the best surroundings and gave us all the time needed to get that special shot. We were amazed by the diversity of trails, the views, the dynamic landscape. For lunch we stopped at one of several secluded peaceful lakes and he entertained us with a little history and local anecdotes about haunted places around. After lunch he surprised my husband with a pastry topped with a candle. Such a sweet gesture. I strongly recommend this excursion you won’t regret it, we all had a blast and left feeling much more confident in our off road skills. 😁. Attached are a few photos of our special day.Written September 25, 2019
- 315megand0 contributionsFantastic! A must doThe tour was amazing! He has options for age groups and options for all skills. The tour was beautiful and my daughter just loved it! He is very professional and has a ton of guiding experience. A must if you’re in calabogieWritten June 10, 2019
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livelife2017
Ontario, Canada5 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
Thank you Tom! 4 young 50 something women went out in the hills for a 1/2 day tour. Everything was very professional from suiting up to all of the info we needed before going out. He is very knowledgeable of the area. We had a blast!!! Three weeks have passed and I'm still telling friends about it. I can't wait to go again!
Written February 7, 2020
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Thank you .... it was a great time !!!
Written February 9, 2020
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Colleen B
Ottawa, Canada25 contributions
Aug 2020
My husband (age 60) and I (age 55) took a 1/2 day ATV tour; and, we had a really great time!!!! We rented a side-by-side ATV unit as we were both nervous first timers, but there are also single ATVs available as well. Tom is a great guide who knows the mountain trails like the back of his hand. He gives local history and wildlife information during rest breaks (aka smoke breaks for the smokers out there). Then we had a delicious lunch as part of the tour on top of the Calabogie mountain. Lunch, helmet, face mask, and glove usage is part of the tour cost.
The area is so rugged and beautiful. We got plenty dirty and muddy in travelling about in the ATV. Fabulous life experience! We're thinking of going back in Winter and trying a snowmobile tour with Tom.
Tom provides really great customer service from initial contact to explaining the ATVs and then providing the tours, geared towards the riders. He is a friendly person who loves the Calabogie area and loves what he does as a living.
Some important things to know:
(1) Calabogie is about an hour away from Ottawa, Ontario so you definitely need a car to get there as it's nowhere remotely close to public transportation.
(2) Although my husband and I took the 1/2 day tour, there are full day tours available as well. Tours are 3 hours and 6 hours respectively.
(3) You need to have a valid driver's license to drive an ATV.
(4) Although it's a great experience, it's not exactly low cost for the budget conscious. As of August 2020, for the 1/2 day side by side ATV tour it was about $400 Canadian with HST.
The area is so rugged and beautiful. We got plenty dirty and muddy in travelling about in the ATV. Fabulous life experience! We're thinking of going back in Winter and trying a snowmobile tour with Tom.
Tom provides really great customer service from initial contact to explaining the ATVs and then providing the tours, geared towards the riders. He is a friendly person who loves the Calabogie area and loves what he does as a living.
Some important things to know:
(1) Calabogie is about an hour away from Ottawa, Ontario so you definitely need a car to get there as it's nowhere remotely close to public transportation.
(2) Although my husband and I took the 1/2 day tour, there are full day tours available as well. Tours are 3 hours and 6 hours respectively.
(3) You need to have a valid driver's license to drive an ATV.
(4) Although it's a great experience, it's not exactly low cost for the budget conscious. As of August 2020, for the 1/2 day side by side ATV tour it was about $400 Canadian with HST.
Written September 12, 2020
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Jen
Toronto, Canada2 contributions
May 2022
Tom is a funny, wonderful and knowledgeable guide through the trails in the area! There was no shortage of interesting facts, amazing sights or challenging terrains during the guided tour. It was immediately clear that Tom is extremely capable and dependable; he gave clear instructions on how to navigate every potential tricky area. A huge storm had passed through the day prior and we encountered several fallen trees that we couldn't pass but Tom knew so many alternate routes. Lunch was delicious too. The experience was really unforgettable :)
Written May 29, 2022
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James B
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada3 contributions
Jul 2020
Tom took my wife and I through some very awesome trails around Calabogie with a side-by-side ATV. Great views, challenging terrain and awesome company.
Tom knows the area like the back of his hand and provides you with history and knowledge of the area. He's not just doing it to make a buck you can tell he loves the area, the trails and the people.
Highly recommended half day or full day!
Tom knows the area like the back of his hand and provides you with history and knowledge of the area. He's not just doing it to make a buck you can tell he loves the area, the trails and the people.
Highly recommended half day or full day!
Written July 15, 2020
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Joan Barrie
4 contributions
May 2020
We had a guided ATV tour with Tom yesterday and what a wonderful day we had. Tom is kind, professional and passionate about his business. We would stop at times and Tom would fill us in about the area we were in and give us time to take it all in.
This is the perfect way to spend a day with your spouse or friends. Worth every penny of it. Lunch was great and freshly made.
This is the perfect way to spend a day with your spouse or friends. Worth every penny of it. Lunch was great and freshly made.
Written May 24, 2020
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Becca_Ontario
Ottawa, Canada45 contributions
Tom was a wonderful guide when he took my husband and I out on a 1/2 day snowmobile adventure in Calabogie. Extremely personable and knowledgeable about the area and the equipment, it’s clear Tom truly has a passion for what he does. He was extremely helpful and attentive and we loved that he designed our half day especially for us. We loved seeing the beautiful trails and scenery, and we even got to enjoy a delicious packed lunch from the local grocery store. We will definitely be back!
Written February 19, 2020
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Mark C
4 contributions
Tom's knowledge, ability to teach and provide a challenging yet safe experience, and friendly personality made for a very fun and memorable day of exploring trails near Calabogie. No hesitation at all to highly recommend him to guide beginners to advanced drivers.
We will be back!
Mark and Metra
We will be back!
Mark and Metra
Written September 16, 2021
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Kayren M
Ottawa, Canada13 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
Took my partner on a birthday surprise ATV tour with Tom Irwin and we had the best time! Tom is an excellent tour guide that ensures everyone is comfortable and having a great tour. Lots of interesting terrain and trails with beautiful views and local stories and history. We will be back for more adventures!
Written July 8, 2023
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vak
Cambridge, Canada42 contributions
Great day out in a side by side with Tom Irwin. We did the full day tour. Saw lots of pretty scenery. Variety of trails from smooth gravel fire roads to very rocky steep technical terrain. Tom was a great guide. Tailoring the tour to our skill level. Very knowledgeable and fun to talk to. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Calabogie.
Written July 21, 2021
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Greg van Dalen
3 contributions
Oct 2019
You get a lot of riding time with this tour, on varied terrain and all with spectacular scenery. The speed of the ride matches your experience, from beginners to experts, you will not be disappointed.
Written January 23, 2020
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