5 Canoes & Kayaks Tours in England Worth Booking

1.Sea Kayak Lesson & Tour in Newquay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 189 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $83Our pick

Learn sea-kayaking basics with a qualified Newquay Activity Centre instructor, then paddle around Cornwall’s coast in a small group. You’ll visit coves and caves, pass cliffs, and may spot seals. James is praised for calm, clear guidance. The two-hour outing suits beginners aged over eight, though weather can force a change of plan.

“James was brilliant, such a friendly chap, knowledgeable about the area and generally a nice guy”

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2.Guided Wildlife and Sea Cave Kayak Safari in English Riviera

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 121 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $76

Join guide Kieran for a three-hour tandem kayak trip from Oddicombe Beach. Paddle past rock formations, into sea caves, and toward quiet coves while learning about Devon’s geology and wildlife. You may spot seals and seabirds, search for fossils, taste a foraged marine herb, swim, and toast marshmallows over a beach fire.

“Stunning location , amazing guide who is very knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommended experience”

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3.Paddle Boarding on Derwent Water

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $115

Meet guide Woody at Derwent Water Jetties in Keswick, gear up in a wetsuit and buoyancy aid, then walk five minutes to the shore. Learn paddleboard balance and lake skills during a three-hour outing, with room for six people and views of local scenery and wildlife.

“Woody brought the gear and guided us through a really fun paddle experience on Derwent Water. With hurricane Agnes slowly making her way to the Lake District, Woody guided us out onto the water. The winds picked up by the end of the outing, but Woody had engineered our trajectory such that we were blown back to our starting point by the gently increasing breeze.”

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4.Stand Up Paddle Boarding Journey Down Bude Canal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $55Best value

Paddle the peaceful Bude Canal in Cornwall with Freewave Surf Academy. You’ll receive an inflatable board, adjustable paddle, and instruction from a guide such as James. Learn on your knees before standing, with wetsuit fitting available if needed. This small-group outing suits beginners and experienced paddlers alike.

“Great experience did this with my 15yr old son we both enjoyed it James the instructor was a great guy and made our experience enjoyable all the equipment was spot on and the canal was so peaceful”

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5.Half Day Sea kayak Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $66

Set out from Teignmouth at 9:00 am for a four-hour guided sea-kayak trip with Paddle Devon. You’ll learn the basics, paddle for about 90 minutes, stop at a beach for 30 minutes, then return. Guides including Nils, Nile, and Dave have helped beginners feel safe and confident. Kayak gear is included, but bring a wetsuit or clothing that can get wet.

“Amazing and well worth the money. Everyone enjoyed the experience and it didn’t matter if you hadn’t been Kayaking before”

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