All day • Great Glen / Loch Shiel / Loch Morar - Canoe & Kayak hire
Spend a full day paddling the Great Glen from Corpach—choose an open canoe or double sea kayak to explore the canal, Loch Shiel, or Loch Moidart at your own pace. Flexible drop-off options and dramatic Highland scenery make this a memorable self-guided day on the water.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Good general fitness for an all-day paddle; able to carry gear to shore and manage basic self-rescue.
Wildlife
History
The Great Glen follows a major geological fault and was connected by the Caledonian Canal in the early 19th century, creating the corridor paddlers use today.
Conservation
Practice leave-no-trace, avoid disturbing nesting birds, and stick to durable shorelines to protect sensitive peatland and lochside vegetation.
All day • Great Glen / Loch Shiel / Loch Morar - Canoe & Kayak hire
Plan your route
Decide whether you’ll stay in the canal or attempt the Loch Shiel–Loch Moidart circuit and arrange any drop-offs in advance.
Dress in layers
Bring a waterproof outer layer and insulating mid-layers—the Highlands can shift from sun to drizzle quickly.
Bring a dry bag
Protect electronics and spare clothes from spray and accidental swamping with a watertight bag.
Leave a float plan
Tell someone your intended route and return time, especially if you paddle into tidal or remote loch arms.
Personal flotation device (PFD)
A properly fitted PFD is required for safety on open water.
Dry bag (10–20L)
Keeps essentials and electronics dry during paddling and unexpected wet conditions.
Waterproof jacket and insulating layers
Layering protects against wind and rain common in the Highlands.
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Map or GPS device
Useful for navigating loch arms, finding drop-off points, and avoiding tidal sections.