Gladys
Lovely experience! Tristan was very nice and explain everything we should expect and needed to do 😊 we both had a lot of fun!




Embark on a serene adventure along the beautiful River Avon. This guided kayak tour offers natural beauty, guided kayak instruction, and interesting river knowledge, ensuring an unforgettable experience.
You'll learn how to:
Following a brief introduction, safety briefing and equipment check, we'll go through the basic paddle skills you'll be putting into practice on the water.
You'll be using sit-on-top kayaks for this trip, which are really sturdy and easy to maneuver. You're pretty unlikely to capsize, but you will probably get a wet bottom so dress accordingly!
We'll then set off on a guided exploration of the River Avon. Our expert guides will help you with wildlife spotting and give you interesting facts and insights into the River Avon and its inhabitants.
It's a beautiful paddle and a great day out with family and friends.
The trip takes place on the River Avon, situated between Bath and Bristol. We'll meet at our base in Keynsham, near Avon Valley Farm. Upon arrival at Avon Valley Farm, you'll be able follow signs to our car park. We will send you our full address, postcode, and What3Words upon booking.
Our centre offers not just activities, but experiences. With knowledgeable instructors ensuring a comfortable paddle, your journey on the River Avon promises captivating scenery and an abundance of wildlife. We prioritise your safety, with expert guides supporting you the whole way.
Please Note: Remember, you'll be navigating a river teeming with wildlife. While it's a thrilling experience, refrain from ingesting the river water. If you feel unwell post-session, kindly alert us and consult with your local GP, informing them of your river activity.
Join us for an unforgettable adventure on the River Avon – book now and let the river unveil its stories to you.
No prior experience is needed. Our trained instructors will provide guidance throughout the tour.
The River Avon is home to a variety of wildlife, including Kingfishers, Herons, Dragonflies, and occasionally Otters.
Plenty of free parking is available on-site, including disabled parking areas. An overflow car park is present for larger groups.
We will contact you in case of adverse weather or inadequate conditions. Once a session is booked, please presume it will go ahead unless we contact you. Adverse weather means, thunderstorms, gail force winds, freezing cold conditions, or a downpour of heavy rain. All other conditions, including light rain, we will proceed as normal.
Lovely experience! Tristan was very nice and explain everything we should expect and needed to do 😊 we both had a lot of fun!
We had a fantastic time! Sam was a great guide and very knowledgeable about the river and wildlife. We saw a lot, and had a great experience paddling along the river.
Was such a great experience and so peaceful kayaking Tristan was lovely and very interesting 10/10 experience
We had such a great time kayaking with Tristan! He was very welcoming and informative, sharing lots of interesting details about the wildlife on the lake and the history of the river, which made the experience even more special. The activity itself was the perfect beginner level, easy to pick…
Relaxing kayak experience on River Avon. Leader Harry checked regularly that we were all ok.
I have never done this before and wanted to try despite me being terrified of the whole situation our guide was Simon I had rough start and took time to get used paddling and keeping myself steady Simon was so patiently with me and I must say I did enjoy…
We had a great trip along the beautiful river with our guide Sam.
Five stars 🌟 🤩 Simon was great. He took good care of us and gave us loads of information on the river and the wildlife.
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