
The Great Spirit Circle Trail was selected as one of the forty eight (48) tourism businesses to support Canadian Tourism Commission’s Signature Experiences Collection® to promote travel to Canada. We are extremely proud of this accomplishment and wish to help show our visitors why our region is such an authentic and engaging place to visit. Let us share our culture with you, and embark on amazing and memorable experiences unfound anywhere else in the world.

Horse & Teepee – An Overnight Adventure May through OctoberA fantastic horseback adventure through beautiful and varied terrain, this adventure is a great way to spend time in the Manitoulin wilderness. |
Teas of ManitoulinThis is an interactive experience offering teas of the land. In our teepee, you will enjoy picking, boiling and tasting tea that is all natural. |
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Banamick & Berries May through OctoberSample traditional foods harvested from the lands of Manitoulin. Choose the program and prepare your taste buds for an unforgettable experience. |
Eagle Cloud CraftsEnlighten your senses and open your mind to learning with these interactive craft making workshops. Learn the history and craftsmanship of making an Ojibwe crafts |
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Experience the History, Enjoy the CultureA walking tour where visitors experience an art gallery, heritage museum and porcupine quill work museum along with a tour of a native designed church. |
Legends of the Land Riding TrailExperience the majestic scenery of Manitoulin on horseback while you learn about the native plants along the way. Listen to legends of the land from your guide. |
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Voice of the DrumA traditional song and drum experience of your choice. We’ve got something for everyone from beginners to intermediate and to the experienced hand drum singer. |
Mother Earth Hiking TrailSite upon a 280 ft high bluff with a 180 degree panoramic view overlooking the “Island of the Great Spirit”. This one’s for the outdoor adventure enthusiasts. |
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Canoe Heritage TourFor those people who love to paddle, connect with the spirit of water and enjoy picturesque sunsets and sunrises on the calm of the lake. |
Specialty WorkshopsOur Specialty Experiences include a variety of hands-on experiences, teachings, and/or workshops based on the time of season. Please call ahead. |
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Cycling TourEnjoy cycling in a peaceful natural environment with the one-way 28 km circuit or include the return for a full 56 km ride with unique cultural experience. |
StorytellingIndoors or out, night or day, engage in stories of the Anishinaabek people… an activity enjoyed by all. |
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Medicine WalksParticipants are guided through different areas of the outdoors while being shown a variety of different plant, tree, herbs, and shrubs with medicinal, practical, edible or spiritual uses. |
Maja’s Bread, Berry & BiodiversityExperience biodiversity through an organic garden! Learn how to grow and care for your food, form and taste your own focaccia bread that you will bake in a handmade clay oven. |
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Bay of the Beaver Canoe TourPaddle the canoe route of our Ancestors and experience the history of the Wikwemikong fishing islands. |
Bebamikawe “Making Footprints” Guided HikeEmbark on an interpretive hike through the Bebamikawe Memorial Trail that leads to stunning views along the Niagara Escarpment. |
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Wikwemikong Historic ExperienceExperience the history of Mnidoo Mnis (Manitoulin Island) through the Historic Experiences Tour. View historic sites, craft shop and art gallery! |