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Canoeing, Kayaking & Watersports

The Wye Valley is one of the most scenic places in the UK and an ideal setting for water based adventures. Whether in a canoe, a kayak or on a stand-up paddleboard, take to the water and see this beautiful area as it is meant to be seen - from the river itself.

Whether you're looking for a gentle paddle, an exhilarating experience or a family day out, you’ll find a wide range of water-based activities to suit all ages and skill levels. With slow running waters, the River Wye is perfect for beginners to canoe and kayak, although its fast rapid waters at Symonds Yat guarantee to excite the more experienced water enthusiast. A guided canoe trip is probably the most popular way to explore the Wye Valley, it's ideal for families and groups and makes for a lovely day out. Or you could try individual kayaks with the option of rapids or those lovely stand-up paddleboards including a Mega-SUP which holds up to 8 people at once!

Why not make a day of it? Stop off for lunch at one of our many river side eateries serving delicious local food and drink or pack a picnic. Or if one day isn’t enough, spend a longer break surrounded by beautiful landscapes, canoe during the day and camp next to the Wye overnight, perfect for leaving those every day stresses and worries behind.

Or how about something really different like inland surfing? The Severn Bore is a spectacular natural phenomena, this tidal wave is the second highest in the world! There are a number of viewing points along the river, and there is even the opportunity to surf, kayak or SUP it (only for the really experienced).

Find out more about canoeing on the River Wye here.

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Inspire2Adventure

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Inspire Consulting & Coaching Ltd T/A Inspire2Adventure, Wyastone Business Park, Wyastone Leys, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3SR

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01600 891515

info@inspire2adventure.com

Monmouth

Stand-up paddleboarding, gorge scrambling, guided kayaking and rock climbing in the Wye Valley and Forest of Dean. Join us for an introduction, a half-day or full day of activities on rivers, gorges and rock faces in this stunning area. Fun, adventurous, suitable for all ages and skill levels, we provide everything you need and teach you techniques, taking any fears away and making sure you have a great day out.

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Wye Adventures

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Hillcrest, Symonds Yat West, Herefordshire, HR9 6BN

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01600 890027

enquiry@wyeadventures.com

Symonds Yat West

We are the place to come to for your Wye Valley Outdoor Experiences; canoes, kayaks, SUP boards, climbing, bushcraft, survival, gorge scrambling, archery and more.

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Forest Adventure

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Coleford, Gloucestershire, GL16 8EX

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07429 228365

forestadventure.education21@outlook.com

Coleford

Activities include Climbing, Canoe & Kayak adventures. Cave experiences. Archery, Bivouac weekends and more. Experienced and Qualified instructors.

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Canoe the Wye

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Paddocks Hotel Grounds, Symonds Yat West, Herefordshire, HR9 6BL

Telephone
01600 891100

enquiries@canoethewye.co.uk

Symonds Yat West

Canoe Hire in the Wye Valley based at Symonds Yat.
We cater for family days out, couples looking for an adventure, groups of friends having fun, corporate team building and even 4 day expedition holidays.
Starting from £60 for 2 people.

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Wye Valley Experience

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Wyastone business park, Wyastone Leys, Ganarew, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3SR

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01291 619177

info@wyevalleyexperience.co.uk

Ganarew, Monmouth

Wye valley Experience is a small family run business with a passion for the great outdoors. Offering a range of activities for you to enjoy, all based in the beautiful Wye Valley.

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Paddleboarding Adventures

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Wye Street, Ross-On-Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 7BX

Telephone
07773 787104

info@paddleboardingadventures.co.uk

Ross-On-Wye

Learn SUP skills with our coaches. Dive into the tranquillity of SUP Yoga. Glide down the Wye kingfisher spotting. Get a buzz on a white-water adventure. Immerse yourself in a wilderness escape.

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Kingfisher Cruises

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The Saracens Head Inn, Symonds Yat East, Herefordshire, HR9 6JL

Telephone
07831 297672

kingfishercruises@gmail.com

Symonds Yat East

Enjoy a cruise on the River Wye through the beautiful Wye Valley from Symonds Yat East. Sit back, enjoy the scenery and relax. Dogs welcome. Group bookings with onboard catering are available.

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Monmouth Canoe & Activity Centre

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Old Dixton Rd, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3DP

Telephone
01600 716083

monmouthcanoehire@hotmail.com

Monmouth

Canoe and kayak hire on the River Wye. Families and large groups welcomed including the dog. Qualified instruction available. AALA licensed centre for U18s including rock climbing, abseiling, raft building and caving.

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