Description

Canoes are journeying boats and this magnificent trip provides the full experience. It begins on the lakes near either Buttermere or Keswick (depending on conditions at the time) and follows the river Cocker or the river Derwent to Cockermouth, then onwards to Workington and the coast. The trip takes two days and involves an overnight camp.

The journey will use many of the strategies that make canoes so versatile and your guide will provide coaching in canoe skills as you go along. If there is wind in the right direction you may hoist a sail. Boats will be lined, carried or trolleyed around any sections of river that are too challenging to paddle. If you choose to camp you will sleep in tents or bivouac bags underneath a tarpaulin. Alternatively, we can arrange for bed and breakfast accommodation for those who would prefer this.

A canoe expedition is an intensely rewarding experience which involves some hard physical work at times. Anyone who would like to take on this wonderful challenge should have good physical fitness and be prepared to rough it a bit. Remember, it’s an expedition!

Bookings need to be made at least 14 days in advance. Contact us if you require something more immediate and we may still be able to help.