Conquer the Whitewater: Full Day Kayaking Adventure on the River Dee in Llangollen

Duration: Approx 6/7 hours depending on river flows

About

A full day adventure down the River Dee near Llangollen. The exact stretch of river that we will use is dependent on the river conditions on the day and what you want out of the trip, but will always take you through stunning scenery in the Dee Valley AONB.

We will likely paddle through Llangollen town, under the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and to Ty Mawr Country Park. This is an unforgettable paddling adventure in the Dee Valley with exhilarating white water rapids.

This guided trips requires no previous whitewater experience but is a big undertaking and so needs a reasonable level of fitness and ideally some kayaking experience (at least enough to know that you like it!).

This trip will take place as a point to point downriver journey. As such, we will need to organise a 'shuttle' of vehicles between the two locations to get back to the start after the trip. As such you will need to have a car to drive to this experience.

We will set the planned starting point to be Horseshoe Falls Car Park and to finish at Ty Mawr Country Park Car Park. These are subject to change so keep an eye out for communications from us for slight changes if the water levels require.

Highlights

• Paddle natural whitewater rapids
• Paddle your own boat on grade 3 whitewater
• See the Dee Valley AONB from a new perspective
• Surf, play and paddle your way down the river
• Suitable for beginners

Includes

• Tour led by an experienced paddlesport instructor
• Hire of a Kayak, Paddle, Wetsuit, Helmet and Buoyancy Aid

Excludes

• Shoes and other clothes that participants will wear during the activity session. Please ensure you have spare dry clothes and shoes with you
• Lunch, please bring enough food, snacks and water for a full day out and a dry bag for them to go in. We can supply dry bags if needed but let us know in advance.
• Waterproof / Windproof jacket, we likely won't need these whilst paddling but its great to bring an extra layer to keep the wind off when we stop for lunch.

Important to Know

• Our boats are highly stable and are beginner friendly
• Car parking at the meeting point is included in the trip cost. You must be capable of swimming 10m unassisted
• Customers should arrive already in the swimwear they will wear beneath their wetsuit during the trip. Bring closed toe footwear for the activity such as an old pair of trainers, and a towel or changing robe for use after the session has finished
• Under 18s must be accompanied by a legal parent.
• You must be able to swim 10m unassisted.

Meeting Point

Horseshoe Falls Car Park, B5103, Llangollen LL20 8BN