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OPEN CANOE HOLIDAYS
GUIDED DESCENT OF THE RIVER TAY
Location
East Highlands, Scotland
Grade
Moderate - 5
Duration
5 days
Participants
Min: 4 Max: 8
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The longest river in the UK which has the biggest volume of water passing through annually makes for an exciting canoe trip on The River Tay. Starting near Killin at the west side of Loch Tay we take in the views of the Lawler mountain range to the north before we head on to the river where we navigate our way down through some white water all the way to the picturesque town of Perth.
Highlights for Guided Descent of the River Tay
Learn how to paddle the traditional style open canoe
Paddle from Killin all the way to Perth, taking in majestic views of Strath Tay
Paddle some exciting white water, with an option of some more challenging rapids
Sleep under canvas or B&B options available
Visit an ancient Roman settlement
What's Included?
✓ Highly experienced & qualified guide
✓ On-course transport
✓ Buoyancy aids, helmets
✓ Canoes & paddles
✓ Waterproof storage, 60ltr barrels per person
✓ Fresh food, from first lunch till lunch on the last day
✓ Camping stoves, tea, coffe etc
✓ Inflatable camping mats
✓ Cutlery
✓ Tents 2 or 3 man
✓ Group shelter
✓ First Aid kit
✓ Photos from your adventure
What's not Included?
✗ Trip Insurance
✗ Personal expenses
✗ Any meals/drinks in restaurants
What do I need to bring?
Waterproofs, top and bottoms
Walking trousers (synthetic materials; jeans or similar are not suitable)
Spare shoes to get wet plus dry shoes for camp
Quality, breathable waterproof jacket and trousers. We recommend Gore-tex or similar
Spare insulating layer
Hat & gloves
Warm socks
Sleeping bag, 3 season
Spare insulating layer for camp
Spare set of clothes x 2
Some large zip-lock bags to keep your clothes and equipment organised
Head torch, plus spare batteries
Water bottle or flask
Midge net and/or cream (smidge)
Camping foldable chair (optional)
Inflatable pillow (optional)
Ear plugs (optional)
Sunglasses and sun cream (you just never know!)
Personal medications
What else can we provide?
Pick up & drop-offs
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Due to the variety of weather conditions encountered in Scotland this course is run with a conditions based approach, meaning that your instructor/guide will use the best of conditions to maximise safety, your learning and overall experience throughout your trip. Below is a sample itinerary.
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The team here at SRW can tailor a trip to suit your time and budget for as little as £300pd for private tuition/guiding, this includes all technical equipment. If your part of a group we can chat through options & prices. We're here to help you book the trip of a lifetime! Drop us an email or call us