Out Here Travel

Fantastic experience: What a great tour! Loved it, a rare and good mix of hiking and cities! If you are like me and love to hike/be outdoors more than the cities, Jared and his tour guides are always open to changing it up to suit. I would recommend doing the actives on offer, you don't want to miss out of the fun to be had!! Such a great group of people too! But be warned the bus music is not to every ones taste!! Cheer Jared!

Fantastic experience: Wow, where do I even start…I can genuinely say that the three weeks I spent on my Out Here Tour were some of the funniest weeks of my life thus far! I was hesitant booking any tour at first, as I’m the type of person who generally likes to do their own thing at their own pace. However, as I continued researching Canada, I realised that all the things I wanted to see were very far away from each other, and some only really accessible by car, and I’m not old enough to hire one. So when Out Here popped up on my Instagram, I seriously started to consider a tour as a way to see everything I wanted to. From reading the itineraries and other reviews, I could sense that this tour was exactly what I wanted - flexible, geared towards younger people, and including the adventurous activities that I love. For starters, camping in Algonquin Park was an awesome way to bond with the rest of the group - we hiked, swam and canoed (including watching and laughing at the group that capsized) all in the first day. On the way to Ottawa came one of my favourite parts of the trip…white water rafting! We spent an amazing day on the Ottawa River - riding the rapids, swimming, jumping off rocks and then having lunch. By the end of the day my arms hurt from paddling but my stomach hurt from laughing so hard when people fell out of the raft. I had an awesome time in Quebec City, and really started to form bonds with the members of the group. Leaving the cities far behind and heading up to Tadoussac was awesome. The hostel we stayed was quirky but an absolutely awesome time and we saw an incredible amount of whales (up close!) whilst whale-watching. The place we stayed at in Bay of Fundy was homey and the town itself very quaint - had an awesome time sea-kayaking. Our guide Joe was really flexible when the guy in the coffee shop suggested a good swimming spot in the Fundy National Park, and we had a wonderful time swimming in a beautiful river before having fish and chips. The hikes and scenery in Cape Breton was one of my highlights - the hikes we did were some of my favourite. Joe was really good at explaining the different options available for different levels of experience and fitness, and ensured that everyone did what they were comfortable with. We visited this incredible swimming spot in an abandoned quarry that had been filled in - which was a welcome cool-off after a hike to a wonderful lookout. On my last day I was so sad to leave the amazing friends that I had made over my time in Canada - and I desperately wished that I had booked the Big One Tour! I could not recommend Out Here more…I am so glad I choose to explore Canada with them and so grateful for all the wonderful things I got to see and the people I got to meet. Thanks so much to Jared for his awesome organisational skills and to Joe for being a wonderful guide.

Fantastic experience: This trip was the end of a 6 month journey for me. I'd already visited Australia, New Zealand and the west coast of canada. and, I can honestly say that a lot of my highlights will be from this trip. We had some great times and I met some incredible people! It's really hard to pinpoint some highlights because there were so many for me. But, I loved visiting the cities, which I didn't expect, I thought the nature side would be the best. But, Quebec was amazing (especially the nightlife!), Halifax was fun (the axe throwing a little highlight) and Montreal had some amazing food places! But, I also enjoyed staying in some places that I wouldn't have done otherwise; the hostel at Tadoussac is really fun, the band were incredible and we all had a lot of fun playing on the stilts outside. The Seashack, in Gaspesie is an experience in itself, sleeping in a yurt, basically on the beach and partying next to a bonfire. Some of the hikes we did were also amazing! My personal favourite was Blueberry Hill in Cape Breton, the views were incredible. But I also enjoyed the last hike in Bic national park. I would 100% recommend the white water rafting, which is an added extra. Completely worth the money and is so fun, it also helps the group bonding as it is on the third day. All in all, I would recomend the tour if you want to see the east of canada. It's easy, a good price and you see spots you wouldn't have done otherwise:)

Fantastic experience: Eastern Canada has so much to offer and the Big One trip is the perfect way to explore it. Janelle, our tour leader, was fantastic and went out of her way to ensure we all had the best experience possible. Even though it’s an organised tour it was flexible and tailored to our group. For example, Janelle would give us options for our stop-offs and activities; something our group really appreciated. There’s something for everyone too, so don’t be put off if you’re not into thrill seeking activities such as via Ferrata and Rafting... they definitely weren’t my cup of tea but the endless sunsets, beautiful hikes, amazing food and stunning wildlife more than made up for that! I liked travelling in a small group too as you quickly get to know one another and there was plenty of bus banter (and singalongs). Communication from Jared before, during and after the tour was excellent. You can tell that a lot of planning has gone into each of the routes and that the company are keen to ensure you get the most from your trip. Jared is always open to feedback and suggestions too. If you’re not sure whether to book an Out Here Tour my advice would be do it, you won’t regret it! Small group tours like this are rare in the East, so it felt very exciting to be part of something that’s so new.

Fantastic experience: I have been living and working in Canada on an IEC and it was the end of my work visa and I wanted to see as much of this beautiful country as I could. I considered driving there from BC but decided it was a bit far for me on my own, I thought about flying over and taking the train or hiring a car but looked at the expenses of it and it was just going to cost so much without factoring in anything to do. I had also looked at East Coast trips and couldn't find anything that was just doing Canada while giving a good opportunity to really see everything besides the major cities. I stumbled across Out Here travel through a third party agent and had a look at the website and thought it suited me for exactly what I was after. Small group travel Stress free Going to off the beaten path places of Eastern Canada Affordable Great reviews Unique experiences I would absolutely recommend Out Here travel for anyone wanting to travel the East Coast of Canada as it was easy, Canada is enormous so there is always so much more driving than you think there is going to be. Because someone else is driving for you which means you can nap, catch up with emails or facebook, watch movies or listen to the music of the area as provided by Jared. The trip that I did was The Big One and it was great to be able to see so much of Eastern Canada in one trip. My favourite place that we visited was probably Tadoussac, we had an amazing whale watching experience and trekked some sand dunes and it was just an adorable, relaxing town. The hostel we stayed in had communal dinners and some fun outdoor team building type activities so it was chilled out and relaxed. The bucket list item for me was seeing Hopewell rocks in New Brunswick with the 14m tides and loved Quebec city. Heading out in Fall (September trip) was a great time to go to avoid a lot of the crowds and to see some of the amazing fall foliage with its array of colours. I can absolutely recommend this trip as it is easy, stress free, a good balance of time with new friends and time alone, unique experiences and accommodations (including a jail!) great value for money and quick responses (I booked 2 weeks before departing)

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend anyone wanting to check out the east coast of Canada to jump on The Big One tour with Out Here Travel. What a whirlwind month it was! Huge thanks to our tour guide and friend Jared for going out of his way to make the trip once in a lifetime. There are so many things I would've missed out on if I attempted to do this trip on my own, including lots of awesome hikes that Jared encouraged me to do and I was so glad that I did. Jared went out of his way to show us little gems that I wouldn't have ever known about; from hidden mines to swim in, to cute little bars in the city with an artist who would play whatever you wanted on request. It's hard to single out my favorite part of the tour but a few highlights would be; sunsets in Algonquin park and Cape Breton, rafting the Ottawa river, and the whale watching in Tadoussac will be an experience I'll never forget. This tour had the perfect mix of exploring cities, quaint little country towns and amazing national parks. Shout out to the people on this trip that made it what it was; a month full of adventures, laughs and a bloody good time!

Fantastic experience: I did the 26 day Big One tour, starting in May. This was a great trip and an awesome way to explore the east coast. I loved all the everywhere we visited, its a beautiful place with some spectacular views by the road side or after a long hike. My favourite activity was the Via ferrata and axe throwing! It is a lot of driving on some days but well worth it especially as someone else dose the driving for you.

Fantastic experience: I did 15 days with outheretravel and the trip was the best way to see the East Coast from whale watching (Humpbacks,finwhale,blue Whale) that were inches away from the boat to white water rafting on the Ottawa river, great company/crew to do it with, really recommend these activities to do on the trip. We covered an lot in the 2 weeks plus. Our guide Janelle was awesome as well, informative of everything we were doing that day and days afterwards in the places we were staying/visiting plus entertaining the group on the bus with movies for the longer drives and music from the regions as well. Also approachable in asking questions with anything to do in the places visited. I only did the 15 days as I was travelling the rest of the East Coast with an mate but I recommend the 26 days tour if you by yourself but 15 days was great as well.

Fantastic experience: I was so glad I choose the Big One Trip (26 days) as it was the perfect way to see the East Coast of Canada in a small group tour. There is a perfect blend of sightseeing, hiking, camping and activities arranged on this trip. The guys did a fantastic job on picking all the locations that you get to go. I particularly enjoyed doing the Via Ferrata and all the amazing hostels that were chosen. I would highly recommend Out There Travel and this amazing adventure that the have put in place.

Fantastic experience: I took part in The Big One, a 26 day adventure going from Toronto, all the way up the coast to Cape Breton and back again. Although this was my first "tour bus" trip as soon as it started I knew it wasn't going to be a boring touristy trip. During the day, we'd be on the road to the next activity such as hiking, white water rafting, via feratta (climbing the side of a waterfall), sea kayaking, and we even got to give surfing a go which wasn't an original plan on the trip. The accomodation was also real cool, from a rustic lodge for the whole group to a jail hostel in downtown Ottawa, there was a lot of variety and new experiences. When we first got on the bus, although it was early in the morning Jared aka Jazza our driver/guide/friend was already full of energy getting us hyped up for the first stop in Algonquin Park. As the trip went on he definitely seemed to become more our friend than our tour guide, but still kept his professionalism when it was needed. If you're an outdoorsy person and like the idea of going with the flow I highly recommend booking a trip!

Fantastic experience: Absolut must do when in Canada! I have done two Trips with Out here - "The big One" and "Winterwild" and absolutly loved both of them. Before going onto the trips I'd never thought I'd ever find another place as beautiful as New Zealand, but Jared has convinced me that Canada is actually at least as beautiful! Also I am not a fan of organised tours at all, but I totally recommend this one. It didn't feel like a guided tour but more like a roadtrip with a bunch of friends. The itinary is quite flexible so there is no pressure to do any of the activities that are planed/ recommended if you don't feel like it (eventhough they are totally worth doing) and Jared the driver guide always tries to accommodate additional activities you might be interested in. He also has a great knowledge of the country and is happy to share this and the canadian culture - there is lots of local music he passionately shares and activities that will give you the chance to experience the culture first hand - like oyster shucking, or authentic places with local live music. Both trips are a well balanced combination of cities and national parks, so no matter if you are more of a city or a nature person, there are great places for either preference. The destinations on the route are carefully picked and are a good mix of "must-sees" and off the beaten track destinations. My personal highlights on "The big one" have been Cape Breton Island and Gaspesie with its stunning sceneries! On the "Winterwild" Trip I liked the place we stayed near Algonquin Park and the little town Baie- St.- Paul best. The accommodation is a combination of camping (in summer) in beautiful national parks with stargazing and campfires, cabins and hostels - some of them are quite unique and will give you a great experience that goes beyond the standard hostel thing. The activities along the way are fun and I would recommend to do at least some of them. One the trip in summer the absolute highlight for me was the white water rafting and in winter I found the tobagoning was the most fun! Besides that there was a variety of different stuff to do from hikes, to canoeing, kayaking, horse riding and so much more in summer and snowshoeing, ice skating, skiing/snowboarding, cross country skiing, tobagoning, dogsleding, snow tubing and more in winter! And for those who are keen, there have also been some opportunities to enjoy the nightlife with relaxed bonfires on beautiful beaches or bars and pubs in the cities. Such a great experience and I am so happy I went on the trips! Thanks Jared!

Fantastic experience: Best way to discover the Canadian east coast !! I initially wanted to organise my own east coast trip, but when I saw that Out Here do all the recommended places, worry free, not expensive, and allowing you to enjoy the fun of a small group of like-minded people I didn't hesitate to join! No regrets! There's 4/5 nights camping/glamping, and the rest in hostels; each has a specific charm (staying in an old jail, in a hippy sea shack, in the heart of old Quebec) which makes it always exciting to discover. The cities and landscapes you visit are really diverse and beautiful, a few are earned after long hikes. Many places to swim too. You come across some wildlife (whales, moose). The guide takes you to some great places to visit and eat ; meals are a mix of eating out in delicious local places and buying groceries to do your own stuff. Highly recommend for any adventure lover!

Fantastic experience: The Big One tour is an incredible way to see Canada’s East Coast! Every day we had the option to do activities like rafting, kayaking, canoeing, via ferrata, whale watching, hiking and sightseeing. There is no pressure to do any of the activities that are planed/ recommended if you don't feel like it (even though they are totally worth doing). The flexibility was great and the overall flow of the trip was perfect - mixing between cities and the great outdoors. Lots to do, but not rushed so you could really get into it. We had a small but great group of solo travellers so had plenty of room on the bus and lots of flexibility to stop when we wanted. The seats were comfy and the side windows were big providing nice views. Joe our guide did a great job driving us all around Central & East Canada and running the trip smoothly. He has a great knowledge of the country and is happy to share this and the Canadian culture. His local for each province was also great. We stayed together in hostel dorms most of the time with the option to upgrade to a single room if we wanted for some locations. The accommodations were great. We stayed in classic hostels (and a jail), yurts by the beach, little cabins in national parks, and most had local charms (all of them outside of the cities). We also camped a few nights in some amazing National parks and got to cook on the open fire. This was a great authentic experience. Some of my favourite national parks (well all of them) were Algonquin Park and Cape Breton. The big hike in Gaspesie was spectacular also. Joe ensured we did some really unique things that no other tour companies do - like a sunset hike, beach bonfires and showing us some of the unique local spots in cities. My highlights were the hikes in the national parks, live music, beach sunsets, poutine and fun nights out with the group. It was such a great experience and I would highly recommend this trip!

Fantastic experience: I joined Out Here in Quebec City, since I had to opt for the trip called "Almost Big One" (which means I missed Ontario). It was amazing. Just before that, I'd had a pretty lonely journey by myself for 3 weeks, and when it was finally time to join the group in Quebec, I was overwhelmed with how friendly and welcoming everyone was. They had already developed inside jokes, and seemed to be getting along like friends who'd known each other for years. I quickly ended up being adopted by the group, and soon I felt like I had known them for a long time as well. The social aspect of this journey is one that fills a lot, and it was what meant the most to me out of everything on this journey. And even in spite of that, I was blown away by many of the things we saw. We got so close to whales that they could blow water on us, we stumbled upon a moose and her two calves in tow (we were less than 10 meters away because they were so close to the trail!), and we also survived Hurricane Dorian together! So many more things happened on this 21 day long journey, and they were all made so much better by the fact that I was in good company! Speaking of good company, there is also the question of our tour guide! My group was blessed with Janelle, a wonderful person who made this trip so much better! She knew her stuff about all the things we saw, and always had a fun fact to throw out there when we passed something interesting! She even made "the lighthouse game", in which we had to call out all the lighthouses we could see from the bus, with the winner recieving a prize! And the best thing? She didn't feel like that much of a tour guide, more like another friend (who knew how to drive a bus) on this wonderful journey across Quebec and The Maritimes! It's also both a challenging and relaxing trip. You will be challenged by some of the hikes (if you choose to go on them), but we also went to a spa one afternoon to unwind from a very long hike. But remember, every activity is optional, and you can do what you want wherever the bus takes you! All in all I would HIGHLY recommend this trip for anyone who wants to travel, but knows that they don't want to do it alone. You will be in good company! I made so many good memories on this trip, and all I can say is thank you, Out Here and Team Beaver! You made my trip to Canada 10 times better!

Fantastic experience: I was happy to book with Out Here Travel. Janelle was our tour guide for the Quicky Trip from Toronto to Montreal. It was with a small group tour where people from different parts of the world who wanted to see beautiful places in Eastern Canada for a week. We went to Algonquin Park, Ottawa, Mont Tremblant, and Montreal. This trip was amazing since it offered a balance of adventures, sightseeing, and fun. Activities were camping, hiking, canoeing, swimming, cooking, campfire, stargazing, and sightseeing. There were days we ended the day with games, eating and drinks to cap off the night. I got to meet, know and build friendships with an amazing group of people during the trip. I definitely enjoyed this trip because of the amazing people I got to know, share stories with, learned life experiences and went together on adventures during the trip. I will always remember and look back at this trip for years to come. If you are a solo backpacker who wants to get out of your comfort zone, see amazing places, go on a budget-friendly trip, meet amazing people, and have everything planned out, then Out Here Travel is the way to go! Thank you for this awesome adventure! Go "Out There" to start an adventure you will remember and look back on. Do it!

Fantastic experience: I heartily recommend anyone considering the Big One tour with Out Here to anyone considering exploring Eastern Canada. It’s 26 days of amazing scenery, great activities and idyllic locations. It really is not an experience you could recreate by yourself. The tour has something for everyone, we visited cities like Montreal, Halifax & Quebec City. But the real joy of the trip is in the great outdoors in places like Algonquin Park, Cape Breton and Prince Edward Island. It’s really a tour for adventurous 18-39 age group and we had an excellent group of people from all over the world, led by our ever cheerful and knowledgeable tour guide Jared. We had some brilliant experiences together and made some great friendships. There is plenty to see and do with kayaking, rafting, whale watching, outdoor climbing all on offer and must do’s. I have so many great memories from this trip and I would 100% recommend.

Fantastic experience: Best way to discover the Canadian east coast !! I initially wanted to organise my own east coast trip, but when I saw that Out Here do all the recommended places, worry free, not expensive, and allowing you to enjoy the fun of a small group of like-minded people I didn't hesitate to join! No regrets! There's 4/5 nights camping/glamping, and the rest in hostels; each has a specific charm (staying in an old jail, in a hippy sea shack, in the heart of old Quebec) which makes it always exciting to discover. The cities and landscapes you visit are really diverse and beautiful, a few are earned after long hikes. Many places to swim too. You come across some wildlife (whales, moose). The guide takes you to some great places to visit and eat ; meals are a mix of eating out in delicious local places and buying groceries to do your own stuff. Highly recommend for any adventure lover!

Fantastic experience: I was so glad I choose the Big One Trip (26 days) as it was the perfect way to see the East Coast of Canada in a small group tour. There is a perfect blend of sightseeing, hiking, camping and activities arranged on this trip. The guys did a fantastic job on picking all the locations that you get to go. I particularly enjoyed doing the Via Ferrata and all the amazing hostels that were chosen. I would highly recommend Out There Travel and this amazing adventure that the have put in place.

Fantastic experience: A must-do if you are interested to visit Canada's Eastern provinces and don't wanna go on all the touristy mainstream tracks|/tours! As a single traveler I booked the BIG ONE to get as much out of my trip as possible - and what I got was even so much more, I really had the time of my life! Since this tour includes a lot of experiences in nature - which was what I was especially looking for apart from seeing the most imortant cities on the way - the group was formed of people from 18 to 39 who had more or less the same interests, which makes it rather easy to get along well. Besides, the group size was perfect - not too big, so we found our team spirit easily during our first 2 nights on the camping sight in Algonquin Parc. And Jared did all he could to meet everybody's interests. Due to his effort I could go on a horseback riding trip for experienced riders even though this was no regular activity offer during the trip. But what really made this trip so special and absolutely unforgettable was Jared's dedication to his country! He simply loves being with people from all over the world and showing them his beautiful, wonderful, amazing country from all possible aspects! He makes sure to provide you with every needed information no matter where you go: detailed hiking maps, best restos or grocery shops and must-see sights in town and he takes those who are interested out to his favourite places. I liked going to the boîte à chanson in Québec and I simply loved the Ceiligh we went to on PEI!!! Jared provided a special playlist for every province we came to including music from local artists and bands. I enjoyed and appreciated this so much, I still listen to my favourite songs from the tour and it takes me right back OUT HERE <3

Fantastic experience: A wonderful journey! I hardly recommend the Big One Trip! 26 days of : - breathtaking landscapes, - outdoor activities (hiking, rafting, kayaking, canoeing, stargazing, surfing in the atlantic, whale watching, ...), - really nice accomodations (lodge in the forest, yourte on Saint-Laurent shore, well-located hostels in cities center, ...), - flexible activities depending on the group daily mood, - culinary experiences (Lobster, Oysters, Mossels, Poutine, Montreal Smoked Meat, etc), - international group of people with the same interests, - a dynamic and carefull guide, - a comfy and pleasant tour bus. Special mention for the great ottawa river rafting day and the incredible landscape of Cap Breton Highlands (where the mountains meet the ocean). If you're looking for a great discovery of canadian East Coast, a perfect mix between outdoor activities and cities wandering/pubcrawling, an unforgettable group adventure, visit of unique not well known places, ... don't hesitate for one second more.. This trip is made for you!

Fantastic experience: Travelling with Out Here was an amazing experience and I’m really glad I decided to do the Central/Maritimes 13/14 Days trip with them. Every day of the trip was filled with activities and you get a sense of Canada through experience, not just sight-seeing. White water rafting was the best – I don’t know how to swim but they were supportive enough to help me trust my life jacket and I made it to the end. Quebec City was just magical and I’d love to visit again during the Fall/Winter. Whale watching and kayaking were fun and the hikes were beautiful. All the activities are worth doing and they allow you to go at your own pace. I’m glad I did all of them! Our guide made sure we made stops to enjoy the scenery, even if we were on a tight schedule. Overall the experience was outstanding and especially for someone who is new to adventure tours, this company was a really good place to start with. Information about expenses and itinerary were provided early on and Jared was really good about responding to inquiries/concerns within a reasonable time. My guide, Janelle, was wonderful! She made sure we were informed about the places we were visiting, made sure we got there on time and was very accommodating for bathroom breaks when we were on the road. She also introduced Terrance which helped create a very unique sense of bonding. If you’re looking for an authentic Canadian experience of the Maritimes, definitely check them out!

Fantastic experience: 100% recommend! I joined the tour half way through when I met the group on a pub crawl while staying at the hostel in Halifax. I was on a solo backpacking trip in Canada, getting around by catching rides, buses and hitchhiking. However getting around on my own was extremely difficult and I wasn’t able to lots of stuff that I wanted to (and things I didn't even know about!). Out Here made that possible. I was really lucky they were able to include me in their group! I’m not one to usually partake in group trips as I like to be a non-tourist and experience new cultures from a local perspective. And that is exactly what Out Here made possible. It really wasn’t a tour, but a group of people exploring Canada with someone who knew where to go and the good stuff arranged. Jared (the guide) was super flexible, always asking our opinion giving us options to stay longer/shorter if we wanted to in all the places we went. The bus was super cool, lots of room, and decked out with Canada paraphernalia (pro tip- bring a pillow). There was a decent amount of driving (as we were in Canada), but it was worth it as we had time to see the spots worth exploring and skipping the spots that weren’t worth visiting. We always had enough time in each place. With the group I got to experience Canada with people from all around the world. I didn’t realize it, but only young people are allowed on the trip, creating a really fun vibe, I definitely met some awesome people. We stayed at hostels and cooked dinner together, which made the trip really affordable. We ate local food, stopped at fruit and potato stands along the way. I have a new appreciation for new potatoes and even tried clams and oysters for the first time (and maybe the last). Having fun and making sure we had a good time was Jared’s number one priority. He didn’t take us to any tourists traps. I truly feel like I was able to experience Canada from a locals perspective. It was a great vibe. Overall this was an unforgettable experience. I am so thankful I found and joined the trip and was able to explore Canada within my budget! I truly would not have been able to see and experience everything we did on my own. We went on incredible hikes on the Cabot trail, explored countless beaches on prince edwards island and spent hours driving through breathtaking views. I had so much fun with everyone on the tour, we hiked together, partied together, laughed and cried together. If you’re hoping to see eastern Canada without a car, on a budget and meet incredible people this is really an awesome option. Just book it. Thanks for the epic adventure!!!

Fantastic experience: I had an absolutely incredible 2 weeks with Jared and his bus of other adventurers on the Central trip that ran from Toronto, through locations such as Algonquin national park, Quebec City and Bay of Fundy to Halifax! I am British and had been working at a camp in Canada for the summer and Jared’s trip was a great way to wind down, relax and see the beautiful and wild side of east Canada. One thing that made it so great was that I never felt forced to do anything I didn’t want to do on the trip: Jared created a friendly and fun atmosphere and he always did his best to cater for the needs of his travellers and found ways to be able to do what they wanted to do. I loved his passion for this part of the world: he would always play local music on the bus and would often commentate as we drive on interesting things to see, as well as giving us lots of recommendations of what to do at different places. The add-ons, such as white water rafting, via ferrata, and whale watching are all an absolute must! I had so much fun at every place we went to, everyone on the bus was so energetic and enthusiastic and this was no doubt a response to the amazing trip that Jared planned. I recommend that anyone who wants to see east Canada in a relaxing, fun and cost efficient way should definitely join Jared OUT HERE!

Fantastic experience: Going on a trip with Jared (Out Here Travel) is ideal for people who don’t want to plan anything in advance, but still want to enjoy all the beautiful spots East Canada has to offer. I doubt that there is a better way to see as many breathtaking views, do as many hikes, go partying in cities and experience different provinces in such a short time. Stargazing as you’ve never done before in Algonquin Park. Hiking in Mont-Tremblant, staying at a cosy hostel near a lake and spending the day in the national park. Beautiful views on Cape Breton Island as well as incredible beaches in PEI and Gaspésie. My favourites, but the list goes on... I wouldn’t describe myself as the most adventurous human being (and I didn’t do all of the activities offered) but I really appreciated that stepping out of my comfort zone was part of the/my journey. I didn’t sign up for river rafting at first, but then my group and Jared convinced me to go anyway – which turned out to be the best thing I could have done – definitely my personal highlight! As well as trying oysters, which felt like drinking sea water, but was totally worth the experience. I loved the salmon and the seafood pasta we once cooked, though! To all the seafood lovers: this is it. One thing you need for sure: energy. Lots of it. You spend most of the time outside, whether you’re in cities or nature. That’s why you stop worrying about things you would usually worry about, which is one of the many things I appreciated during these days: You get your mind off unimportant things. Also, you move a lot, to which you get used to quickly. (Believe me, I’m from Switzerland). Jared has a great bus, (sometimes) good music ;-), films and makes sure everyone gets their bathroom break and a coffee from Tim Hortons. Sadly, I got sick during the trip, but I was able to stay in the hostel for a day and luckily there are pharmacies almost everywhere you go. Plus, everybody in the group will look after you and Jared’s first priorities always were your well-being and you being able to have the best time ever. One more thing: Travelling with the same guys for a whole month may sound scary and isn’t always simple (dinner organization), but I really enjoyed getting to know a bunch of incredible human beings from all over the world, bonding and experiencing crazy stuff with them during a month. No comparison to the “hostel friendships” you make otherwise. Just get “Out There” - you won’t regret it!

Fantastic experience: I was on the Maritimes trip with Out Here Travel and I had an amazing experience. In those 16 days, I saw places which I would have never seen if I was travelling solo. One of the places that I loved was Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. I had never heard of this place and it was pure magic; swimming in the Atlantic ocean, visiting beaches, having a night out. Another place that I liked was The Sea Shack in Gaspésie. I didn’t know what to expect from this place but it was fantastic. Maybe my favourite destination of the trip. During day time, you could join the canyoning activity or relax at the beach. Before I started the trip I wasn’t sure about the long drives since the country is huge. However, it turned out to be just fine, I didn’t mind being on the bus. We had enough bathroom/snack breaks and we would be able to watch movies during the long drives. Moreover, on scenic roads we had plenty of opportunities to stop and take pictures. We slept in different types of accommodations during the trip, which gives each destination its own charm. I feel like the destinations were carefully chosen, it was a nice combination of nature mixed with cities. I recommend doing the trip since everything is taken care of. Our guide Jared knew a lot about the places that we visited and showed us all the unknown spots. He was very flexible with the schedule and rearranged if the group wanted to do something different.

Fantastic experience: Die Tour war ausgezeichnet. Wir waren in verschiedenen Städten wie Quebec, Fredericton, Halifax, Charlottetown und Montréal sowie in den Nationalparks und ländlicheren Gegenden von Tadoussac, Gaspésie, New Brunswick und Nova Scotia. Es ist eine gute Mischung aus wandern und die Natur in verschiedenen Aktivitäten wie Kayaking, Canoeing und Klettern kennenlernen sowie aus Stadt-Sightseeing mit Parties, Shopping etc. Dies alles in einer gut organisierten und geleiteten Gruppe mit lauter gleichgesinnten Backpackern. Es macht viel mehr Spass, das grosse Land in einem Bus voller gleichaltriger Leute zu erkunden als alleine in einem öffentlichen Bus oder auf einem Roadtrip. Man wächst zusammen, man macht viele Dinge zusammen und behält unglaubliche Erinnerungen. Die Unterkünfte und Hostels sind exzellent gewählt, einziger Wermutstropfen sind die Rundzelte in ein paar Unterkünften, die sich schon um 8 Uhr morgens so stark aufheizen, dass man nicht mehr schlafen kann. Dies war jedoch bloss 2 Mal der Fall. Ich kann den Trip jedem weiterempfehlen, der den Osten Kanadas nicht alleine, sondern in einer spannenden Gruppe erkunden will und dabei die besten Sehenswürdigkeiten, aber auch verschiedene "versteckte Juwelen" entdecken will.

Fantastic experience: Trip of a lifetime! Me and my girlfriend went on the 'Big one' trip with Jared in June 2018. We're a couple from England that had just arrived in Canada to start our 2 year working holiday visa so we wanted to get exploring straight away. I am so glad that we picked the Big One and I probably would have gone longer if there was the option. Having Out Here arrange all of the transportation and accommodation made the trip so much less stressful than planning and driving ourselves, meaning we could focus on exploring and enjoying ourselves! Jared has a good itinerary built out for the trip, but was also flexible depending on the group's mood, and when you're in the city you can go out and explore at your own pace if you needed to! I'd highly recommend doing all of the extra activities as they were all so awesome! White water rafting, canyoning and Via Ferrata was my top 3. Don't worry about the long bus rides, you'll probably be asleep anyway. (Bring a travel pillow). Overall we met an amazing group of people on this trip (including Jared), had a unforgettable time and would highly recommend! 10/10

Fantastic experience: Un 2 semaines incroyable avec Out Here Travel! En tant que Canadien, je pense que ce tour donne une excellente idée des gens, de la culture et de la nature du Canada. Le tour permet de voir à la fois des villes, des plages, et des parcs nationaux innoubliables. Le guide (ou aventurier en chef!), est flexible et ouvert aux suggestions pour autant que l'horaire de la journée n'est trop affecté. Son travail de repérage est incroyable; tout au long du voyage nous nous sommes arrêtés dans de petits villages à l'extérieur des sentiers battus, et avons mangé des spécialités locales aux meilleures endroits possibles. Ne soyez pas arrêté par le fait qu'il s'agisse d'un "voyage de groupe". J'avais aussi un peu peur de ce genre de formule, mais avec Out Here, ça m'est plutôt apparue comme un gros roadtrip en gang. Que vous soyez Canadiens ou de l'extérieur, je reccomande absolument ce voyage!

Fantastic experience: Where to start... What an epic adventure.. I can not recommend this trip enough... Jared is a true Canadian dude, showing you the best of the best throughout this journey. He will look after you to no end, making sure you experience the true Canada that even most Canadians can only dream about visiting....!! From breath taking views, both coastal and inland, to very unique villages that will imprint life long memories.. You will get opportunities to do some very fun activities, such as white water rafting the Ottawa river and canyoning in the amazing gaspésies, to name but a few..!! Some great rewarding hikes to beautiful views; Cabot trail and the bay of fundy to view the sea bed at low tide, which is an amazing spectacle... Lay under the stars at night in Algonquin park and see them as you never have before. Float and swim in beautiful lakes or rivers that never end.. You will get the chance to eat some great poutine in different spots, where it only gets better and better as you journey on..!! There is so much good food to be enjoyed, fresh Lobster, Muscles and Oysters.. CHEESE!!! Whales, Moose, Deer and many other wildlife can be seen along the route.. The chipmunks will provide great entertainment... Don't think about it, just book it, you will not regret this trip... The only sad part is saying goodbye at the end after strangers have become friends and enjoyed an amazing amount of fun.. This is a journey of epic adventure... Do it!!

Fantastic experience: I’m so happy I decided to sign up with Out Here Canada to explore the Maritimes & Quebec. It was one of the best holidays I’ve experienced! I fell in love with PEI: the gorgeous red sand beaches and the red rocks were amazing in person. We went to 4 different beaches around the island and swam in the Atlantic Ocean which was way warmer than I expected. I would have never discovered the Sa Shack in Gaspesie without this tour. That place is pure magic. We were going to places off the beaten path, and getting to be one in nature. There was a great mashup between exploring cities, and hiking in the outdoors. It was an added bonus that most days spent out of the cities had different options, like a longer, more difficult hike or a shorter, easier hike - both would have great views! No day was ever the same. From the adrenaline of a via Ferreta course or kayaking in the day lawrence, to tasting fresh oysters and learning to crack a lobster.

Fantastic experience: My trip with Out Here was fantastic from start to finish. It really is the best way to see Canada without having to worry about hiring a car, sorting accommodation, learning your way around the roads - all this is already sorted thanks to the really helpful guide, Jared. This guy really knows his stuff and has a very flexible itinerary mapped out which can flex and change depending on what the group wants to do - you have so much freedom to do what you want whilst also considering the best things to do in each place. I didn't do the full trip due to other plans and commitments, but Jared was very helpful in helping mer to arrange a meet up along route so I could join on to the trip so far through. I received a warm welcome and continued on our adventure with the rest of my travel mates - it was so good! Would definitely recommend Out Here to anybody wanting to explore eastern Canada - in my mind it really is the best way and I would definitely do it again. 10/10!

Fantastic experience: After living in Canada for the past 2 years I decided that I should probably check out the East Coast of the country...so that is what I did. I recommend the 'Big One' trip if you have the time because you see just about as much of it as you can. There are the usual tourist stops along the way like Ottawa, Quebec City, Montréal and Halifax. But you also experience the quirky side of the various provinces with stays in places that you would otherwise not even think about. Just Google a few places on the list of stops and you will see why doing the Big One is worth it. The optional activities are amazing... I would personally suggest the Canyoning in Gaspiesie if repelling down waterfalls and jumping off small cliffs are your thing. Definitely one of the best tour experiences I have been on and Jared (the driver guide) is super knowledgable and will make your trip memerable. Give Out Here Travel a go.

Fantastic experience: What an amazing trip! I was unsure at first what it was going to be like since Out Here Canada is pretty new and a 26-day trip requires a lot of time and energy. It turned out being incredible. Jared, our tour leader, really invested his time in showing us special locations in Canada that even most locals have never seen. He would give us the opportunity to stop at every possible scenic spot available along our scenic drives including waterfalls, countless photographic gorgeous lighthouses, cute artsy towns by the water..etc. He definitely made sure we did not miss any chances to see something beautiful. Canada is a huge place, so I was concerned what the day-to-day bus schedule was going to be driving around during the trip. I turned out loving the bus - I called it our "time machine" the whole trip. The bus was comfortable, cozy, spacious (all of us ended up having 2 seats for ourselves the whole trip), and made it bearable to relax on long drive days, which were really not too bad at all. Jared made sure we stopped every 2-3 hours tops, and always allowed us to stop for a bathroom/stretch break if needed. Even on the long drive days, we were still able to stop and see something cool at some point most of the time. I must say my favorite part of the whole trip was the friendships made along the way. All 10 of us from all around the world became so close and share memories that will last a lifetime. Two Americans, a German, an Austrian, an Irishman, three Brits, an Australian, and another Canadian all in one bus for 26 days. You spent day and night with your group and get very close, very fast. One of my favorite places we visited was definitely The Sea Shack is Gaspesie. We happen to go during their national Quebec Day weekend when we had visited and the French locals were very friendly. Met a ton of travelers/locals on the beach, by the fire, or even in the kitchen (everyone was willing to chat!) It was a gorgeous location, right on the beach with live music almost every night. We even saw a pod of 3 whales right by the beach for sunset on our last night - it was unreal. I also really enjoyed my time in Quebec City. Beautiful location with gorgeous views. A lot of fun shopping in the city but also pretty views off the edge facing the water. Loved our hostel in this location as well! The hostel had a comfortable room set-up with plenty of shower rooms nearby and other hangout rooms to relax in. Staff was super kind. Also, we had a great time enjoying the nightlife there for a night. Everyone went out as a group and we hopped a couple of bars/clubs. Fun to explore for the day, but also a great time for young going-out scenery. Another great activity we got to do was canyoning. What an adrenaline rush but quite the experience. Got to jump into waterfalls, and walk down some 100-foot rocks! A little scary in some moments, but a great experience and great value for the excursion. Another favorite spot was the sand dunes in Tadoussac. Such a beautiful spot! A bunch of us rolled down the hills and relaxed at the bottom of the hill after goofing off. Never seen such amazing views like that, but also a great location to hang out and soak in some rays. Overall, 10/10 unforgettable experience!

Fantastic experience: This was definitely a trip of a lifetime! Very well organized and I highly recommend it for anyone who wants to see how beautiful Canada is in less than 30 days. Incredible landscapes. The highlight was the hikes along the coast in Fundy national park. It was incredible seeing the low and high tide change all in one day. It got foggy some days but the scenery was still amazing. Fredricton nearby was also a cute, nice town that was a good change. Thank you for the memories!

Fantastic experience: A must-do if you are interested to visit Canada's Eastern provinces and don't wanna go on all the touristy mainstream tracks|/tours! As a single traveler I booked the BIG ONE to get as much out of my trip as possible - and what I got was even so much more, I really had the time of my life! Since this tour includes a lot of experiences in nature - which was what I was especially looking for apart from seeing the most imortant cities on the way - the group was formed of people from 18 to 39 who had more or less the same interests, which makes it rather easy to get along well. Besides, the group size was perfect - not too big, so we found our team spirit easily during our first 2 nights on the camping sight in Algonquin Parc. And Jared did all he could to meet everybody's interests. Due to his effort I could go on a horseback riding trip for experienced riders even though this was no regular activity offer during the trip. But what really made this trip so special and absolutely unforgettable was Jared's dedication to his country! He simply loves being with people from all over the world and showing them his beautiful, wonderful, amazing country from all possible aspects! He makes sure to provide you with every needed information no matter where you go: detailed hiking maps, best restos or grocery shops and must-see sights in town and he takes those who are interested out to his favourite places. I liked going to the boîte à chanson in Québec and I simply loved the Ceiligh we went to on PEI!!! Jared provided a special playlist for every province we came to including music from local artists and bands. I enjoyed and appreciated this so much, I still listen to my favourite songs from the tour and it takes me right back OUT HERE <3

Fantastic experience: Such an amazing trip! It was such a good mixture of cities and Nature parks! I met some amazing people and saw unbelieve sights from this tour! Jared is the best tour guide you could want. You are always looked after, his knowledge about Canada is amazing and he is awesome!! He also encourages you to experience things you never thought you would with his excellent recommendations, for me I never tried Lobster or any sea food but after this trip I am a huge fan! I would recommend the Big trip, it’s worth it! As a solo traveller I did this tour and I have no regrets and wish I could do it all again, you make amazing and life long friends and the trip is the best I have ever done. Cabot trail, bay of Fundy, Tadousssc are just a couple of amazing places you see on this tour. If you haven’t booked it yet, do it!

Fantastic experience: This trip was amazing from start to finish. Perfect blend of activities in both cities and countryside. I met loads of new friends and created many memories

Fantastic experience: Had an amazing time exploring Canada. Highly recommend the Maritimes trip!

Fantastic experience: An unforgettable and authentic Canadian experience! My trip with Out Here was a really fantastic one. The tour guide - Jared - has everything necessary already arranged before you even start going on the trip. He definitely knows what he is doing and always tries to make this trip an unforgettable experience for everyone. The itinerary of the Big One is really well put together and offers a great mix between vibrant cities like Ottawa, Quebec City and Montreal, and far flung destinations like the Algonquin Provincial Park. So no matter if you're looking more for a adventurous or cultural experience, you'll definitely get both. Despite the pre-arranged schedule you'll have enough time to explore each place by your own if you want. Jared offers great flexibility on the trip and always has good recommondations for what to do in the place you're currently staying at, e.g. White Water Rafting on the Ottawa River, Whale-watching in Tadoussac or Via Ferrata at Canyon Sainte-Anne. As Jared is cooperating with local business you're able to experience some of these activities at a reduced price. One of the great advantages of Jared's trip is that you don't have to worry about how to get from one place to another. Jared owns a spacious bus with enough room for yourself and your fellow travelers. On the road there will be enough breaks for you to go to the bathroom or filling up on some snacks. The accommodations along the trip are well picked by Jared. All of them have been very clean and tidy. At many places you're able to do the laundry if you need to. Since most of the hostels offer special discounts (e.g. reduced private room/dorm rates) if you're a HI Member, I highly recommend getting a membership right at the beginning of the trip. All in all I highly recommend joining Out Here for a trip along Canada. In my opinion there is no better way to explore this wonderful country!

Fantastic experience: Where do I even start? This trip is completely unique in every way, from the people you meet to the locations you get to see! It is built by Jared or Chief Adventurer, who makes it personal, authentic and adventurous in every way. He never fails to do his best to tailor to everyones needs and really puts his heart and soul into everything we do. He will get you completely immersed into the culture by getting you to listen to the music, eating the food, watching local movies while driving on the bus and will give you all sorts of incredibly cool facts about each location! Another special aspect to this trip is that it is very personal to Jared as it is locations he loves and visited regularly throughout his life, so you get to experience more off the beaten track locations with far less tourists! You get an excellent combination of city and outdoors so it's perfect for both demographics and for those who are wanting to try and explore their interests. You get an great combination of camping, hostels and yurts. When you get to stay with everyone in the group that is especially lovely because you're like one big family! My favourite part of the trip was Tadoussac becuase of the Kayaking and whales! That was especially exciting because we got to see Beluga, Porpoise and Minke. The place you stayed in was also a lot of fun. A quirky area that has a great vibe although I'd steer clear of the Tabasco shots!! Another place that was pretty exciting was Sea Shack! This is where we got to see plenty Gannets aka Sea Pigeons (in joke with the group) were diving in the masses. This also attracted Minke and we could eat dinner while watching the whales and gannets do their thing. It was such an incredible experience. This place also had an excellent vibe with live bands every evening and an awesome beach with plenty rock pools. It is the perfect mix of nature and a great night out. Last but not least, the people. The people you meet really make the trip and for me the group that I was with were everything. So lovely, open minded and a freaking blast to be around! I will never stop laughing at all the in jokes and moments we shared. We were one big family almost immediately and our time on the adventure bus, on hikes, at bars, at brunch hungover, at the beach, at anywhere at all will always be cherished and definitely not taken for granted. This is a superb trip and I would highly recommend you to do the big one. It is out of this world good! Thank you Jared and the group!! GOD DAMN THEM ALL!!