Head into Dartmoor’s wild heart with Rock The Boat Activities Ltd on a two-day camping journey. Hike rugged trails, learn navigation, and wake up to a refreshing dip in natural pools.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 days
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good physical condition able to hike several miles with a camping pack over varied terrain.
Wildlife
History
Dartmoor’s landscape holds Neolithic stone circles and centuries of tin mining heritage, echoing its long-lived human connection.
Conservation
Efforts focus on balancing visitor access with protecting peat bogs and rare species, promoting sustainable use of the moorland environment.
Rock The Boat Activities Ltd
Head into Dartmoor’s wild heart with Rock The Boat Activities Ltd on a two-day camping journey. Hike rugged trails, learn navigation, and wake up to a refreshing dip in natural pools.
Rock The Boat Activities Ltd is a Totnes-based paddlesports provider specialising in river skills, stand up paddle boarding (SUP), canoeing and wild camping experiences. The company runs a range of courses and guided trips across the UK and selected European locations, including day tours, two-day courses and multi-day development weeks.
Experienced instructors and expert coaches deliver instruction focused on technique, decision-making, safety and leadership. Coaching covers progression from flat-water skills to grade 2/3 whitewater, advanced river skills and junior (Groms) development. Where stated, participants can work toward Paddle UK awards and practical certification during full-day and multi-day programmes.
Popular offerings include introductory and progressive white water kayak courses, advanced river skills courses, youth development (Groms) sessions, a five-day Scotland Classics river week, Dartmoor advanced development days, a two-day wild camp on Dartmoor, stand up paddle boarding experiences including full-day Discover SUP and evening Golden Glow SUP social paddles, and guided canoe trips on the River Dart from Totnes Dewerstone Store.
Rock The Boat Activities Ltd adapts sessions to individual and group goals, with tailored coaching options for leadership, personal technique and river decision-making. Small group formats and experienced on-water supervision are used where appropriate to support skill development and safe river practice. Based in Totnes, England, the company combines local river knowledge with off-site expeditions to deliver practical paddling experience. Rock The Boat Activities Ltd is featured on The Adventure Collective and presents detailed trip information for prospective paddlers seeking guided river and paddleboard adventures. Booking details are available online.
Tours Offered
11
Range of paddling trips.
Based In
Totnes, England
Local base on River Dart.
Coaching
Expert coaches
Guidance for all skill levels.
Key Activities
Kayak, SUP, Canoe, Wild Camp
Kayak, SUP, canoe, wild camping.
View availability and book white water kayak courses, SUP paddles, canoe tours or Dartmoor wild camps with Rock The Boat Activities Ltd online.
Pack Layers for Dartmoor’s Variable Weather
Temperatures can fluctuate rapidly, so bring breathable base layers plus warm outerwear for chilly evenings.
Bring a Detailed Map and Compass
Navigation skills are key; don’t rely on phones alone due to limited signal across the moor.
Wear Sturdy Waterproof Boots
The terrain includes boggy patches and rocky sections, so robust boots will keep feet dry and supported.
Respect Leave No Trace Principles
Wild camping here requires careful stewardship to protect Dartmoor’s delicate habitats and wildlife.
Waterproof Jacket
Protects against frequent moorland rain and wind at all times of year.
Sleeping Bag and Mat
Ensures warmth and comfort during wild camping nights when temperatures drop.
Sturdy Hiking Boots
Provides support and protection on rough, uneven, and often wet terrain.
Insect Repellent
Keeps midges at bay during warmer months when they are most active.
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