Open Canoe Wilderness Trips

This course is for paddlers who would like to enjoy the experience of an overnight canoe journey, without having to organise the planning and logistics unassisted.

Our aim is to operate as a self-sufficient team, carrying everything we need with us as we go. We meet on the first morning, pack the canoes with food and equipment for the trip, and set off. Throughout the journey your guides will share with you their knowledge and experience in such areas as:

- Route planning - Weather
- Loading a canoe - Campcraft and Bushcraft
- Navigation - Wildlife
- Portage skills

We also include the coaching of various paddling skills as appropriate, to ensure the group has the necessary skills to undertake the journey safely.

The exact itinerary will depend on the prevailing weather conditions and group ability.

Please Note - Young people aged 14 to 17 years must be accompanied by a participating adult. We are unable to offer a reduced rate for Under 18s for any of our wilderness canoe activities.
For more information click here

This course is for paddlers who would like to enjoy the experience of an overnight canoe journey, without having to organise the planning and logistics unassisted.

Our aim is to operate as a self-sufficient team, carrying everything we need with us as we go. We meet on the first morning, pack the canoes with food and equipment for the trip, and set off. Throughout the journey your guides will share with you their knowledge and experience in such areas as:

- Route planning - Weather
- Loading a canoe - Campcraft and Bushcraft
- Navigation - Wildlife
- Portage skills

We also include the coaching of various paddling skills as appropriate, to ensure the group has the necessary skills to undertake the journey safely.

The exact itinerary will depend on the prevailing weather conditions and group ability.

Please Note - Young people aged 14 to 17 years must be accompanied by a participating adult. We are unable to offer a reduced rate for Under 18s for any of our wilderness canoe activities.
For more information click here




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This course is for paddlers who would like to enjoy the experience of an extended canoe journey, without having to organise the planning and logistics unassisted.

Our aim is to operate as a self-sufficient team, carrying everything we need with us as we go. We meet on the first morning, pack the canoes with food and equipment for the trip, and set off. Throughout the journey your guides will share with you their knowledge and experience in such areas as:

- Route planning - Weather
- Loading a canoe - Campcraft and Bushcraft
- Navigation - Wildlife
- Portage skills

We also include the coaching of various paddling skills as appropriate, to ensure the group has the necessary skills to undertake the journey safely.

The exact itinerary will depend on the prevailing weather conditions and group ability.

The trip will include skills tuition but is not just about paddling - we will also look at other useful skills such as poling and sailing.

We will also be taking along a Tipi for group use, so you can experience this fantastic form of camping firsthand!

Itineraries:

Loch Shiel - The plan is to paddle the length of Loch Shiel, then down the river Shiel to explore Loch Moidart, and back into Loch Shiel, camping at various sites along the way (all depending on the group and the prevailing weather conditions).

Loch Ness and the Great Glen -A classic trip in Nessie territory - a big loch with options to paddle on the River Ness and the Caledonian Canal, in the midst of stunning scenery of grandeur.

The River Spey - This brilliant salmon river takes us all the way from the Cairngorm Mountains through to the east coast of Scotland, it's a fast moving and beautiful introduction to moving water canoeing for the novice.

All trips are suitable for beginners but those with experience will be sure to add to their existing skill sets with the help of our superb coaches.

Please Note - Young people aged 14 to 17 years must be accompanied by a participating adult. We are unable to offer a reduced rate for Under 18s for any of our wilderness canoe activities.
For more information click here

This course is for paddlers who would like to enjoy the experience of an extended canoe journey, without having to organise the planning and logistics unassisted.

Our aim is to operate as a self-sufficient team, carrying everything we need with us as we go. We meet on the first morning, pack the canoes with food and equipment for the trip, and set off. Throughout the journey your guides will share with you their knowledge and experience in such areas as:

- Route planning - Weather
- Loading a canoe - Campcraft and Bushcraft
- Navigation - Wildlife
- Portage skills

We also include the coaching of various paddling skills as appropriate, to ensure the group has the necessary skills to undertake the journey safely.

The exact itinerary will depend on the prevailing weather conditions and group ability.

The trip will include skills tuition but is not just about paddling - we will also look at other useful skills such as poling and sailing.

We will also be taking along a Tipi for group use, so you can experience this fantastic form of camping firsthand!

Itineraries:

Loch Shiel - The plan is to paddle the length of Loch Shiel, then down the river Shiel to explore Loch Moidart, and back into Loch Shiel, camping at various sites along the way (all depending on the group and the prevailing weather conditions).

Loch Ness and the Great Glen -A classic trip in Nessie territory - a big loch with options to paddle on the River Ness and the Caledonian Canal, in the midst of stunning scenery of grandeur.

The River Spey - This brilliant salmon river takes us all the way from the Cairngorm Mountains through to the east coast of Scotland, it's a fast moving and beautiful introduction to moving water canoeing for the novice.

All trips are suitable for beginners but those with experience will be sure to add to their existing skill sets with the help of our superb coaches.

Please Note - Young people aged 14 to 17 years must be accompanied by a participating adult. We are unable to offer a reduced rate for Under 18s for any of our wilderness canoe activities.
For more information click here




First Activity Date
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