Wilderness Canoe Tours. Congaree National Park offers a limited number of free Ranger-Guided Wilderness Canoe Tours during the year. NOTE: These tours are limited in number and are in very high demand. If you are unable to secure a reservation for one of these tours, there are other options for you! 1. There are currently several local outfitters who have permits to provide kayak and/or canoe tours in Congaree National Park (these outfitters are listed near the bottom of this page).