The world is coming to Toronto this summer, we’re just two hours north.

This is a place that makes you feel small in the best possible way. Vast forests, mirror-still lakes and ancient granite rock set the stage for both exhilaration and quiet reflection. Paddle deeper into Algonquin, watch a sunset blaze over Georgian Bay, or simply sit on a dock in Muskoka and let the stillness find you.

Ontario is expecting visitors from across the globe this summer and just two hours north of Toronto, the Great Canadian Wilderness is waiting. This isn’t just a destination for international visitors. This is where Torontonians themselves come to escape the city. Come for a day trip, a weekend, or a full week. Every moment here feels genuinely, unmistakably Canadian.

Resort pool over looking lake rosseau ontario during the summer

Getting Here, Made Easy

Getting to the Great Canadian Wilderness is easier than you think and you don’t even need a car. Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is your gateway, with direct flights from cities across Europe, Asia, South America and the US. From the airport the region is approximately 200 km (125 miles) north, around two hours away. Multiple public transit options run directly from Toronto into the heart of the region, making this one of the most accessible destinations in Canada. However you choose to arrive, the journey north is the beginning of the adventure.

Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ)

Toronto is served by Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), one of North America’s busiest international hubs, with direct flights from cities across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.

Travel by Car

Car rentals are available at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), including electric and hybrid vehicles. Head north on Highway 400 and enjoy one of Ontario’s most scenic drives, the city gives way to granite outcroppings, shimmering lakes and endless boreal forest before you know it. Road signs are in English, distances in kilometres, and driving is on the right. EV drivers can plan charging stops in advance using PlugShare, stations are available in most towns throughout the region.

Travel by Bus

No car? No problem. Several bus services run directly from Toronto into the heart of the Great Canadian Wilderness, sit back, watch Ontario unfold outside your window, and arrive ready to explore. Services depart from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Toronto Union Station Bus Terminal.

FlixBus · Ontario Northland · Landline · Hammond Transportation · Parkbus

Travelling as a group? Driverseat offers private charter and shuttle services across Ontario, a comfortable, flexible option for families and groups heading north together.

Fly Direct

For visitors looking for a truly unique arrival, Muskoka Airport (YQA) and Parry Sound Area Municipal Airport welcome private and charter aircraft, land directly in the heart of the wilderness and start your adventure the moment you touch down. And if you’re looking for something truly unforgettable, our region even offers fly-in golf experiences — arrive by float plane and play a round surrounded by lakes and Canadian Shield wilderness. Only in Canada!

Travel with Intention

Discover the Great Canadian Wilderness differently. We curate day trip and overnight packages built around one simple belief, that travel done right is good for everyone. Spend locally, arrive curious, and leave nothing behind but footprints. Let’s explore responsibly, together.

Book With Us – Locally Operated, TICO Registered

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Guides & Stories

This is the Canadian summer you’ve always imagined. A place where quieter moments and slower rhythms let you connect more deeply with one of the world’s most iconic natural landscapes — and with the people who call this extraordinary corner of Ontario home.

Our guides and stories are written by locals who know every trail, every lake, every hidden gem and every great place to eat. Whether you’re planning a quick day trip between matches, looking for a long weekend escape, or want to make our region your home base while you’re in Canada this summer — everything you need to plan your perfect iconic Canadian summer is right here.

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