As a gift to a younger family member, a ziplining day was planned and I asked if I could share the…read moreexperience with everyone. I've ziplined before while on vacation, where we were surrounded by greenery. I thought doing it in the heart of Montreal with MTL Zipline would be a new way to experience it. (I was right). As you read the safety protocols and sign waivers, there are a few screens set up so you can watch videos of other zipliners. You are provided with a helmet and harness, which they confirm is placed properly and securely (it's very comfortable; personally speaking, anyhow). The staff members you meet at every stage are really nice and you don't feel rushed. After this, you walk up several flights of stairs to what I call the "launch point". The harness is attached to the zipline, and in what feels like no time at all- you're flying through the air. The view of the Old Port is beautiful and it's fun to see onlookers below. You want to absorb everything you're seeing, and you do, but it is also over before you know it. It's an amazing experience and I could do it over and over again but I am appreciative of having the opportunity to do it at all! It's a fun experience to share with family and create memories. The price is great too (about $25+ per person and they also offer mini putt packages). I highly recommend it, whether you were born and raised here or simply visiting.

Warning: not for someone who is afraid of heights. I had this place bookmarked for our Montreal…read moreitinerary. The process is fast: - sign a waiver - pay at the counter - head back outside to get geared up Most of the workers here are young but they do an amazing job of making sure you are well strapped into your harness and helmet. I have to say, when I saw the tower in person I was questioning whether I could climb up that high without panting. My advice is to take your time. Surprisingly, I made it all the way without huffing and puffing in the 88 degree weather. There is a nice breeze up top. The most exciting moment was seeing that red light turn to green, the gates swinging open and her releasing me. If you're an adrenaline junkie, you'll love this. Do enjoy the moment and view because it is over very quickly. Where else will you get to zip over the St. Lawrence River and alongside buildings? The speed picked up towards the end and I was like...oh sh*t, is it going to be a hard abrupt stop? A worker will be there to catch you and you will swing like a pendulum. I saw two very brave 6 year old girls do it without any fear and then another kid that was about 9-10 that freaked out as soon as he was strapped in. I know parents want to do it but make sure your child is up to this. If you have long hair, it must be tied up in a ponytail so it doesn't get caught in the zip line. As I exited I was startled with a camera. Worker: do you want a photo? Me: (giggling) Ummm, that would be a no. Worker: (chuckling) no? Me: (giggling again) yeah definitely not. Ms. Bobalicious does not look cute in a helmet. I don't understand the complaint about the price from other reviews. For about $22 U.S., I thought it was totally worth it. It's all about the experience. I say...Just Do It! Check out their website for more info.

Absolutely amazing!!! It was thrilling and gives individuals a good workout. It is absolutely safe…read moreas long as you listen to the 10 minute briefing. Of course price wise it is a little hefty but in the end its worth it. They take reservations and if I am correct no drop in's. It is also more fun if its done in groups. Going alone or as couples may be slightly less amusing.

From the owner: Veuillez noter que nous sommes temporairement fermés pour la saison d'hiver…read more Une expérience en plein air inoubliable t'attend au cœur du mont Rigaud. Alors que les enfants s'émerveilleront au Village Arbres-en-ciel, les plus grands vivront une aventure exaltante dans des parcours dans les arbres ou méga-tyroliennes offrant une vue spectaculaire sur la région. Please note we are temporarily closed for the winter season. Climb into your harness and come live an unbelievable treetop experience, release your inner Tarzan on the mega zip lines, free your imagination in the Arbre-en-Ciel Village and rest up in our Artemania trail network.

Great winter activity with an excellent team…read more Tony, Gabriel, Ollie and Rosy were excellent guides and made everyone feel totally comfortable with the zip line ride in the winter. Will definitely come back!

$2,500 Snowmobile Tour…read more My son and I did a snowmobile tour with Tyroparc and some friends in January, 2023. We have riden snowmobiles before so I was looking forward to it. The first half hour or so was fine. When we got to a short but steep hill our instructor stopped the tour and told us to go over the hill slowly and not use the brakes on the way down the hill as it can throw the passenger (in this case, my teenage son) off the snowmobile. This was not the first time I've ever driven a snowmobile, so I wasn't expecting any issues. When we went over the hill, we found ourselves headed towards a group of small trees. I tried to turn the snowmobile away from the tree while at the same time not using the brake. I wasn't able to negotiate the turn and we crashed directly into the tree. My son and I were both thrown off the snowmobile. My son was okay, thank goodness, but the impact to the tree left me dazed. I sustained a minor concussion and a strained wrist, as I had put my arm up to block my son from the tree. The snowmobile was totaled, as you can see from the photos. When the guide started up the snowmobile, there was a loud explosion in the engine. Despite my dazed mental state, I was told to drive this dangerous vehicle with my son on the back for several minutes. The instructor said he asked me if I was OK to drive it and apparently I said yes, but I was in no condition to make such a decision. It could have caught fire or who knows what else. When I got back to my hotel, and told my wife what had happened, she asked how we got the snowmobile back to the headquarters, and I couldn't remember. To literally add insult to injury, I had to pay $2,500 for the damage because I signed a waiver saying that I am responsible for all damages incurred. While I do accept some responsibility, my son and I were treated in a very reckless manner by the instructor. He was a nice guy but it was very alarming to my friends and son that I was in no condition to be driving immediately after a heavy impact of a snowmobile into a tree, which threw my son and I off the vehicle. I spoke with several managers from Tyroparc in the weeks after to see if we could come to some sort of compromise about the $2,500 owed, but it had already been billed to my credit card and as far as they were concerned, I was in another country hundreds of miles away, and it was case closed. I understand that most people don't crash into a tree and you probably won't either. But it's also important to know that Tyroparc's instruction before the crash and the assistance after the crash were both in my experience, negligent at best and dangerous at worst. Happy holidays!

An excellent beer tour. Anotoine, our host, was very well educated in craft beer and the history of…read moreold Montreal. We got to try a wide array of beers and snacks along the way . It was a great way to see Old Montreal and what it has to offer.

From the owner: On this 3-hour small-group tour, you'll sample a grand total of nine craft beer samplers and three…read moredelicious snacks. This is, without a doubt, the most generous beer tour available in town! Including an exclusive access to the brewing facilities, ask your expert guide about the city's rich beer history. This personalized excursion through the Old Port is sure to leave you with great impressions and unforgettable memories.

The Ferris wheel has climate-controlled cabins, which made the ride very comfortable. We got…read morebeautiful 360° views of Montréal and enjoyed about three full rotations, which felt like a good amount of time to take everything in. The seats were comfortable, and the ride was very smooth--I didn't feel much shaking at all inside the Ferris wheel. Overall, it was a relaxing and enjoyable experience with great views of the city.

"Wheel in the sky keeps on turnin'" (Journey)…read more We lucked out with Montreal's hot (almost summer-like) weather when we arrived on Wednesday. After we checked into our hotel, we wandered down to the Port of Montreal and checked out the waterfront, museums and La Grande Roue de Montréal. It reminded us of the Big Eye in London. The Grand Roue (French for "Big Wheel") is 60 meters, or nearly 200 feet tall, so the top of the wheel is like standing on the roof of a 20-story building. You get a gorgeous 360° panoramic view of the city as you lazily make three revolutions on the wheel inside one of their 42 comfortable and modern (just built in 2017) gondolas. We got a beautiful view of some of the area's attractions- Old Montréal, Jacques-Cartier Park, Mount Royal, the Saint Lawrence River and in the distance the remnants of 1967's Montreal Expo World's Fair. It was nostalgic when I realized that I had been there 58 years ago. Our adult ticket cost C$32.19 each with tax and miscellaneous charges.

We had so much fun and of course adrenaline rush at Ziptrek Ecotours. We chose the 3-hour (longer)…read moreroute which included the gondola ride to first station, 5 zip lines and 3 hikes (2 hikes between stations and 1 hike at the end to get back to the start point). We also had forgot to bring our GoPro, so we rented one for $40+taxes. The nice thing about renting the GoPro was that they donate a portion of the money to the organization of your choice (amongst 4 they have pre-picked). Our guides were very friendly and patient with everyone. In our group we had variety of ages (8+); so, they explained every step carefully and let us enjoy. The second zip line is the scariest one and the best one in my point of view. But all the zip lines were fun in different ways, some had better views, some were longer. You could sit, go upside down or hug your knees. At the end, I wished we had more zip lines left and it wouldn't have been over.

Ziptrek Ecotours was an absolute great experience. We did a zip-line tour in Mont Tremblant. The…read morestaff were very kind, friendly and knowledgeable. While French is their first language, they also speak English. If you do not speak French, be courteous and let them know you speak English. Before you get on the lift, the guides group together and prep you with gear and provide a thorough explanation. We felt safe riding the zip line. The tours are small groups of 10 - 15 with 3 guides. There is communication between the guides on each zip and they check and ensure you are locked in correctly and your straps are where they should be. We rented a go pro for $10CA. Video quality was great. If you are staying in the Pedestrian Village, it is a short 5 min walk from the hotels. A couple of hotels to mention are Fairmont, Hilton Homewood Suites. In my opinion, the price is fair, in USD about $150 per person, 3 hour.

From now on, I think the first thing I need to do in a new city is take a good small group bike…read moretour. Frederick, our guide, took eight of us over a 7 mile tour of some of the classic neighborhoods of Montreal. His love for his hometown truly shines. We took about three hours because he made a point of showing us some classic Montreal native spots such as an immense farmers market filled with luscious locally grow produce. If we were staying long enough to cook, I'd be heading straight back there tomorrow . Frederick is a certified guide and while his knowledge is near encyclopedic, he never drones. He always invites questions and made us laugh a lot. Ask him how poutine got its name. He created a perfect blend of peddling and savoring He spaced out our rest stops in such a way that we were never bored with resting and nor fatigued with pedaling.

The day felt impossibly wide. We pedaled through parks, zipped by tree-lined streets flanked with…read morehistoric French buildings, and slid into an alleyway where people's childhood memories still lingered. I had a great time with Frederic, who told stories while we immersed ourselves in Montreal's history. The handmade bagels were the best--so good that I could have enjoyed them without cream cheese. The three hours flew by and the route was wonderfully flat. Their location is ideal, right next to a cafe where you can grab coffee and a snack before or afterwards.