Amy
We had a great time trying canoeing for the first time. We will definitely come back next year to do more canoeing.
Take a trip on the quietest stretch of the River Wye. Enjoy camping, cooking outdoors, and campfires while exploring the scenic surroundings. These trips are the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure, and are self-guided.
All our trips are self-guided. Our service includes taking you upstream to the beginning of your journey and launching in the heart of Hereford and then collecting you from the end point downstream to bring you back to the start.
Upon your arrival, you’ll be greeted warmly and equipped with buoyancy aids, paddles, and dry barrels for your belongings, all suited to your size.
Before you set off, we’ll conduct a comprehensive briefing on the shore, covering how to safely enter and exit your canoe, the basics of paddling and steering, recognising and avoiding potential hazards, and what to do if you capsize.
Once equipped and briefed, we’ll assign you one or more of our spacious, stable canoes. With our final advice and encouragement, you’ll be ready to launch and begin your adventure down the river.
Participants must be aged 4 or over to partake in a canoeing adventure. No prior canoeing experience is required .
Why Choose Us?
Choose us for an unparalleled adventure curated with expertise, ensuring every moment is tailored to your preferences. Benefit from our inclusive packages, covering all essential aspects of your journey, and enjoy the convenience of our centrally located operational base at Tresseck Campsite.
All of our canoes have two fixed seats with an optional clip-in seat for a third person. Some of our larger family canoes can accommodate 2 adults and up to 2 smaller children, but it’s best not to overload the boat.
This is one of our most commonly asked questions and can be quite challenging to answer as we follow strict ratios based on the following age groups:
Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate children under the age of 4. If your children are under 12 years old, we require one adult per child.
All of our trips include transport to and/or from your start/finishing point. Details about your specific trip will be given closer to the time.
Wear loose and lightweight clothing, trainers, aqua boots or full sandals. Dress according to the unpredictable British weather, preferably with layers that can be added or removed. Avoid wellington boots, flip flops, or jeans, and anything you're not prepared to get splashed. Wear waterproof and windproof layers as the sun can be strong but the wind can be cold, especially in spring/autumn.
Stay hydrated with plenty of fluids and snacks, and remember to bring high-factor sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat. Bring a top for warmth and dryness, and a full change of clothes just in case. We provide waterproof storage barrels, so pack light and bring only what you need for clothing and food.
Mobile phone and data coverage on the river may be weak, but you could find some signal along the way, especially at hotspots such as Hereford and Ross-On-Wye. We advise you bring your phone to capture memories of your trip and as a safety measure just in case. However, we also advise that you take the chance to unwind and disconnect from the outside world. Ignore those notifications and enjoy the peaceful river environment.
For your safety, we operate a zero-tolerance to alcohol on the river. Anyone found under the influence of alcohol or any other substances will not be permitted to hire or participate. We do not allow alcohol to be taken on your trip and reserve the right to confiscate it until your return. If you’d like to enjoy a drink, please do so responsibly once your canoe adventure is complete – you may well find us in the pub when we’re done for the day too!
Except for the occasional public canoe launch, all the river banks are privately owned, so free camping is strictly forbidden.
Besides, there are plenty of cool campsites strategically located down the river for you to stay at safely and legally.
We rarely cancel a trip if it’s raining so make sure you bring the right kit to stay warm and dry. Once you’re out on the river, you won’t even notice!
However, your safety is paramount to us and in extreme weather conditions or if the river levels are unsuitably high, sadly we won’t be able to operate and will contact you in the hope we can get you out on the river again as soon as possible.
Smaller and well-behaved dogs are welcome to join us for canoeing and we greet hundreds of canine friends every year.
The impact of larger dogs moving their weight around randomly in the canoe, makes it unstable and increases the risk of capsize. Similarly, more active or excitable dogs that tend to move around or jump out to swim also cause instability.
At the end of the day the decision to bring your dog depends on your judgement. You are the folk that will spend time in the canoe with them....
We do not provide buoyancy aids for dogs as we have yet to encounter a dog that cannot swim.
We request that you do not tie your dog to the canoe, as it may cause entanglement in the unlikely event of a capsize.
Please use our booking form to enquire about your preferred dates. We will then get in touch to discuss your options.
Alternatively, use the online chat on this page to speak to a member of the team at Adventuro, who will be happy to assist!
We had a great time trying canoeing for the first time. We will definitely come back next year to do more canoeing.
We had a great trip with Hereford Canoe Hire. The equipment was perfect, and the scenery was amazing. We completed a 2 day trip from Hoarwithy to Monmouth - stopping overnight at Ross-On-Wye. Highlights included spotting lots of Kingfishers and also a Terrapin! What a great adventure!
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