Half Day Guided Canoe Trip in Totnes
4.7
Half Day Guided Canoe Trip in Totnes
By Paddle Devon
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The River Dart is a special place. Stunningly beautiful scenery, never busy, and always something to discover. You might even spot a seal! Our guides will look after you and make sure that you are safe as well as show you the prettiest corners of the Dart estuary. Small group sizes and experienced guides will help you relax and connect with nature.
Lowest price guaranteeReserve now & pay laterFree cancellation
Ages 5-100, max of 12 per group
Duration: 4h
Start time: Check availability
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Live guide: German, English
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- We provide stable canoes (up to 2 adults and 2 kids in each canoe) with paddles
- Every paddler will receive a buoyancy aid which must be worn
- We provide one waterproof roll top bag per boat for your phone, wallet etc.
What's not included- Please bring your own clothing and shoes suitable to get wet and possibly muddy.
- Start:
- Paddle Devon, Steamer Quay Road Longmarsh, Car Park, Totnes TQ9 5AL, UKImportant: Meeting times vary depending on the tide times. Drive to the end of Steamer Quay Road and park in Longmarsh Car park.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 327219P2- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Well behaved Dogs allowed
- Children over the age of 4 welcome
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 327219P2
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- LeeGurt0 contributionsDon’t go ANYWHERE else for Kayaking in CornwallAn absolutely fabulous kayaking trip thanks to Nils, Rob and especially Daisy! With 2x 8 year olds and 2x 10 years olds, it was never going to be easy but Nils couldn’t have been more caring or patient. We made it all the way to the cafe for ice cream and had a proper giggle on the way back thanks to a ridiculous paddle-based water fight! I cannot recommend this enough - everything about the booking was perfect. Thanks Nils!Written 29 July 2024
- lynsey j0 contributionsFun dayDave was fab, we had a great time fun, informative, we were complete beginners, it was a really good experience, and I think my daughter has found a new hobby 😀Written 15 July 2024
- Cubamemories0 contributionsEnjoyed thisA very enjoyable trip with a guide who knew his stuff. Would have no hesitation in going out again if I were in the area. Went along the coast and found some sea caves. Stopped on the way back for a coffee at Cafe Rio overlooking the sea.Written 5 July 2024
- elliotw9680 contributionsRiver Dart white water kayakingIf you want a brilliant white water kayaking experience at any level then look further. Paddledevon with Nils is your answer and you will not be one little bit disappointed. He’s extremely knowledgeable on the rivers, entertaining, generous, very helpful and a pleasure to be around so you’re in totally safe hands even in a constantly changing river environment. Thanks a lot Nils Mueller and see you on another adventure very soon! A*Written 1 October 2023
- alecr4490 contributionsKayaking on the River DartA really enjoyable half day kayaking with Nils. There were four in our party. 2 x. Adults, a seven and eleven year old. We saw a seal, kingfishers and Nils provided interesting local information as we floated down and up the river.Written 30 August 2023
- lukeoY9689YS0 contributionsAmazing Experience. You need to try this..... :-)Nils and his team were brilliant throughout our first experience of sea kayaking. A lovely welcome and very clear briefing set us up for an amazing day along the Devon coastline. What a fantastic way to check out the views and explore some secluded beaches. We look forward to visiting again next Summer :-). Thank you to NilsWritten 24 August 2023
- 294shiz0 contributionsSuper fun !!!First time kayaking!!...it was absolutely great, but me and my family were dying towards the end,luckily we had Dave as our instructor, he made the trip fun and Interesting, had loads of fun! 5/5Written 5 August 2023
- M2041PHadamr0 contributionsGo For It!I've never kayaked before and my daughter has only been a couple of times, so a pair of novices. As soon as we arrived Nils was friendly and very helpful. We were given a safety brief and gave us an explanation of how to paddle, turn and Nils gave us tips on how to make things easier as we went on our adventure. We saw seals and seabirds which was amazing. As we went along, Nils shared a lot of interesting local knowledge which made the trip even more pleasurable. All in all we had a fantastic trip.Written 24 July 2023
- slowfooddevoteeSWUK0 contributionsExcellent kayak trip on the peaceful river DartThis was my first paddle of 2024 and as an beginner paddler, I was given gentle support and encouragement on the trip. We started with a clear safety briefing, which used accessible language, easy for all to understand. We spotted wildlife (birds and seals), landmarks and plants. I can thoroughly recommended Kayahub Totnes..I also commissioned them last year to provide a private overnight paddle/camping trip down the Dart with friends for a big birthday celebration..this has stayed in everyones memory and we will be doing the same again this summer :-)Written 26 April 2023
- lydiacI7354BB0 contributionsExcellent canoe/kayak guideNils is a fantastic guide, me and my Friends have been on many trips with him now along the dart and sea kayaking. He has a wealth of information about the area and made sure we had lots of fun! Nils has always calmed my nerves as however much I like being in the water I still freak out about falling in!! He definitely has a good joke around but I always feel safe and at ease when taking the trips. Such a great guy with a passion that shines through for making sure people are enjoying the sport as much as he does! Don’t hesitate to get in touch and book with Nils you really won’t be disappointed. Thanks so much Nils, we will be back! XxWritten 22 April 2023
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Emma M
7 contributions
Jul 2023 • Friends
We had a fantastic half day out with Nils and his team. The welcome and instruction at the start were friendly, clear and informative, so you already felt like you knew a bit before even getting into your kayak! Launch was easy from the end of the slip way, and then we were off! Along the most beautiful stretch of the river Dart. We saw egrets, heron, geese and a friendly seal. Nils is a fantastic guide and kept an eye on us at all times, whilst also letting us paddle our own canoe! He told us a bit about the local landmarks along the way. When we stopped for a picnic by the riverside at the Stoke Gabriel pontoon, it was very relaxing to look across the river and chat. We then paddled back, with a bit of wind and the paddle steamer just to add excitement along the way! Nils explained how to paddle into the wind and steer away from passing rowers. A wonderful experience in a beautiful place, with a professional and calm instructor and guide in Nils. We came away feeling more confident about paddling and having had a really lovely experience. If you are in or near Totnes, go and do this.
Written 17 July 2023
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Helen W
10 contributions
Aug 2023 • Solo
A really brilliant afternoon! Clear instructions of where to meet and what to bring. Nils led the group so well enabling a disabled participant and children in the group to all have a wonderful afternoon. We saw seals, a Kingfisher, and a Heron and the river was just lovely! Definitely recommend!
Written 24 August 2023
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Ian
Plymouth, UK3 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
A nice hour spent.
For confident boarders, I'd recommend going down stream (far more picturesque) as opposed to up stream towards the town. This is in part due to if you fall in under the bridge, there aren't as many people in the beer garden to watch your fall from grace...
Good times all round!
For confident boarders, I'd recommend going down stream (far more picturesque) as opposed to up stream towards the town. This is in part due to if you fall in under the bridge, there aren't as many people in the beer garden to watch your fall from grace...
Good times all round!
Written 9 July 2023
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barry j
1 contribution
Jun 2023 • Couples
A thoroughly enjoyable trip from start to finish. I had never been in a canoe before and my partner had only been once but Nils put us at our ease and explained everything really clearly and supported us all the way. We enjoyed the leisurely pace and great views on our route upstream, as Nils gave us some really interesting info on the features of the river and the wildlife within it. His delightful dog Pippin came along for the ride which made it even more enjoyable, and got us plenty of waves from onlookers on the bridges we passed under! Would highly recommend this trip to anyone!
Written 30 June 2023
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Gabi M
South Brent, UK24 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
Really lovely experience paddling on the river with our guide Kerry. She explained everything clearly and made us feel confident, and she was great company. Definitely recommend this experience and we can’t wait to go again!
Written 5 October 2023
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Rebecca S
1 contribution
Sept 2023 • Couples
As a couple we went on the estuary trip and had a lovely time! We felt very safe and relaxed in Nils' company. There was two other couples on the trip, so a very nice group size. On the trip we saw seals, herons and kingfishers, and more. We had a beautiful sunny day for it, and had a nice pit stop halfway. Highly recommend!
Written 16 September 2023
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It was great having you guys along, enjoy the rest of your honeymoon! 👍🙏🏽
Written 17 September 2023
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Chris J
1 contribution
Apr 2023 • Friends
Friendly and relaxed canoe trip along the beautiful River Dart.. The guides canoeing/kayaking expertise and knowledge of the area was very impressive.. I will definitely be returning for more trips with this company!! 👌👌👍👍
Written 29 April 2023
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Louis C
1 contribution
Aug 2023
Booked this as an alternative to kayaking as I wasn't sure my 12 year old was up to it and so glad we did. Arrived at 9am for a short induction from the charismatic Nils, who led a group of 20 or so in five canoes on a serene trip up the Dart on a beautifully still, summer morning.
We saw kingfishers and plenty of other bird life, and were unlucky not to see seals.
The water was crisp and clear and many swam, before we pulled over for a mini-picnic with hot chocolate and ginger nut biscuits. Nils talked to everyone all the way, and the pace and atmosphere was perfect.
We saw kingfishers and plenty of other bird life, and were unlucky not to see seals.
The water was crisp and clear and many swam, before we pulled over for a mini-picnic with hot chocolate and ginger nut biscuits. Nils talked to everyone all the way, and the pace and atmosphere was perfect.
Written 28 August 2023
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Tim M
Speldhurst, UK2 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Absolutely fantastic experience, tailored to suit our group with a great guide. Can wholly recommend this experience. We’ll be back for more!!
Written 10 August 2023
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Thank you it was great fun to have you guys and the dogs on the trip, see you again soon 👍🛶👍
Written 11 August 2023
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Daniel M
2 contributions
Really friendly and accessible- a great day out.
The river is easy to navigate and is beautiful
Take some water and snacks and sea-shoes are a good idea
The river is easy to navigate and is beautiful
Take some water and snacks and sea-shoes are a good idea
Written 28 July 2024
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