Canoeing

Canoeing

Paddling canoes is a truly wonderful experience. It is also very accessible; beginner can have a wonderful day out with no previous experience, but once hooked can spend a lifetime chasing true canoe mastery. South Devon and Dartmoor have everything you could need to chase canoeing perfection, and we can help.

We can take you on every step of your canoe journey: We offer guided trips, coaching on open water and rivers, canoe camping and progressive programmes. We don’t run off the shelf activities, all of our adventures are bespoke for you.

Canoeing on the river dart

Estuary Canoe Trips

Nothing beats the serenity of open water canoeing*. See the Dart Estuary from Unique angle. This beautiful river boasts home to amazing views and some wonderful wildlife: we have seen seals up close and personal, even heard rumour of rare inland dolphin sightings! One of the beauties of canoeing is the ease of gliding though the water whilst bringing everything you could ever need and more! This adventure is perfect to get your teeth stuck into canoeing. You will learn some valuable skills and knowledge to ensure you are safe and have fun.
*We find the amount of serenity is largely dependant on the weather conditions!

We can cater for everyone:

  • After a relaxed family outing?
  • Some specific trad skills?
  • Looking to move from beginner to master?

Choose between our half day (up to 3 hrs) or full day (up to 5 hrs) adventures to suit your needs. This adventure will be based around the tides and winds.

White Water Canoe Trip

The adrenaline and adventure of white water rapids, but from the comfort and confidence of a canoe. Squeezing into a kayak is not for everyone, a canoe offers a more comfortable approach, however the larger canoe requires slightly different skills. Never fear! We can equip you with these skills to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable adventure.

You can paddle tandem, sharing the experience. Halfling the workload and doubling the fun. Or if you’re more of a lone wolf, you can take the river on solo. As the saying goes: half the paddle, twice the paddler!

We can cater for everyone:

  • Never paddled a canoe before but are desperate for some rapids?
  • Have some specific skills to work on?
  • Need a guiding down a specific river?

Choose between our half day (up to 3 hrs) or full day (up to 5 hrs) adventures to suit your needs. This adventure will be based around the water levels.

Paddle UK / British Canoeing Awards

We can also provide a range of Paddle UK (formerly British Canoeing) courses and awards. 

A new web-page for these is coming soon, in the mean time contact us to find out more.

Canoe Camping

Canoeing and Camping are two pastimes that fit so beautifully together, the joy of paddling a canoe and the comfort of the equipment you can bring! One of our favourite treats, an afternoon paddle with a night under the stars and paddling home in good time for lunch!

This adventure will be based around the tides and winds.

Jo Little
Jo Little
White Water Kayaking On Dartmoor
We were lucky to win this family adventure day as Dartmoor Adventures had generously donated to a charity ball raising money for teenage cancer. We were all novice kayakers with a teeny bit of experience. Chris was efficient and very knowledgeable. The activity was challenging and exciting too. We felt very safe and enjoyed our day. Highly recommend this company - you will be in good hands.
JP
JP
White Water
Had an awesome 2 days kayaking with Chris. Never felt worried or unsafe whilst still being pushed and encouraged maximising the trip!
Scott Stonehouse
Scott Stonehouse
Dartmoor Activities
We spent 2 afternoons in Dartmoor with Chris. We participated in white water Kayaking, scrambling and climbing. Both of which were brilliant fun. Chris was knowledgeable about the area and the activities. We felt safe under his instruction and would definitely recommend this company to others.
CJ
CJ
Top notch stuff
Top notch stuff. Group of 9 had a thoroughly enjoyable time. Lots of rapids and fell in loads but luckily the river Dart tastes great.
C Gibbs
C Gibbs
White Water SUP tuition
I have just finished 2 days of SUP tuition in white water grade 2 and 3 with Chris. it was fantastic, i learnt loads, he was very patient and clear in his instruction, it was loads of fun , and we pushed ourselves as far as we wanted to , without any pressure.
George Watson
George Watson
Fantastic day out
Great fun for the whole family, especially on a warm summers day, the kids loved it!
Jacob
Jacob
Fantastic Kayaking
Fantastic kayaking, would highly recommend for anyone who enjoys white water thrills, I'm a complete beginner and Chris being a natural teacher taught me some tips and tricks so I could really make the most out of the experience. Brilliant!
Ben Smith
Ben Smith
Whitewater Rafting with Dartmoor Adventures
Guides (Chris & Tom) were very good coaches on our white water kayaking experience. They catered difficulty to our group very well, always pushing us a bit further which was great. Also a perfect balance of organisation and casual approach!
Charlie
Charlie
Excellent kayak coaching
Chris was a great coach on the river Dart in the kayak. Knowledgable, enthusiastic and chatty. I got a lot out of the day and will likely book in again next season.
Brilliant outdoor weekend on Dartmoor
Brilliant outdoor weekend on Dartmoor
Excellent weekend of white water kayaking, climbing and abseiling with Chris at Dartmoor Adventures. Well organised and safe but with some fun challenges - and he is good at dealing with the unexpected!
Sopfire
Sopfire
My husband and I were gifted a beginners white water kayaking experience and were a little apprehensive at first as we weren't that experienced. We found the day amazing however and the guidance received was excellent. Our instructor took us onto a calm section and assessed our skill level. He tailored the day around our ability and energy and pushed us just the right amount. The Dart was truly beautiful with the perfect degree of challenge on the water. Thanks Dartmoor Adventures, we'll definitely be coming back!
Magda Kudas
Magda Kudas
My two sons and my husband went for a two day bespoke kayaking on river Dart. Incredible experience building their confidence and skills. Complete trust in Chris being able to rescue them if ever required. Chris was super encouraging, amazing teacher and great company. They are definitely up for more!
Anna
Anna
Chris was such a nice guy and took us on a wonderful combined kayaking and paddle boarding trip on the river Teign. He was well organised, very safety conscious without being at all stifling, and brought very welcome hot drinks and snacks. He was helpful on the technique and kept us on the straight and narrow. Also prompt and helpful with his email communications beforehand. Many thanks!
Charlie Baker
Charlie Baker
Chris was a great coach on the river Dart in the kayak. Knowledgable, enthusiastic and chatty. I got a lot out of the day and will likely book in again next season.
Michael
Michael
I had a fantastic experience with Dartmoor adventures , Canoeing and camping for two days along the River Dart from Totnes to Dartmouth and another day paddling on the River Exe. Chris is an excellent coach and guide fun and chatty , patient helpful and knowledgeable. Chris helped to tailor a bespoke experience for my interests in paddling on the River Dart and developing my solo canoe paddling skills ! I would highly recommend and will use Dartmoor adventures again next time I come to Devon!
UKIM Youth Walsall
UKIM Youth Walsall
Organised an exceptional bespoke canoeing trip for the day for 45 kids and adults and it was thoroughly enjoyed by all, and for a reasonable price. Instructors were clear, kind and professional throughout the experience; accommodating everyone's ability level and giving extra help where needed. The sights were beautiful and there was ample time to explore the river. Overall a brilliant day out and we would highly recommend for any group size.
CJF
CJF
Top notch stuff. Group of 9 had a thoroughly enjoyable time. Lots of rapids and fell in loads but luckily the river Dart tastes great.
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