River wye activities with Adventure River

River Wye Organised canoeing and kayaking Adventure Trips

The River Wye has its source high in the beautiful mountains of mid-Wales, here from the same point, the River Severn flows to the North and the Wye to the South weaving its way in and out of Wales and England down the historic border. Descending the river by canoe is the best way to experience the natural beauty and amazing history of this ancient region, visit castles in Hay-on-Wye (the town of books), Goodrich and Chepstow. Visit Hay-on-Wye, Hereford city and Cathedral, Ross-on-Wye, Monmouth, Tintern abbey & old riverside Inns all along the way. You may go from a couple of hours to a week, there are 100 miles possible. We provide canoes, kayaks, guides, transport, planning and logistical expertise to make your trip simple and enjoyable.

'Canoe the Wye' - The Half day trip

The half day trip is 7 miles long, starting at Huntsham Bridge, you descend through the lower Wye 'gorge' as far as Monmouth, The Forest of Dean descends between cliffs to meet the river there are a few small rapids to keep things moving, a quick refreshment may also be on at a riverside Pub.

'Wye Adventure' - The Full day trip

The full day Wye trip starts 7 miles further up than the half day, sharing the last 7 miles providing a total of up to a relaxing 14 mile adventure on the beautiful river Wye. The first part of the day starts at Kerne Bridge near Goodrich Castle and descends past Lower Lydbrook, Coldwell Rocks & Symonds Yat Rock view point.

'Tour The River Wye' - The two day trip

The two day trip starts 20-30 miles even further up the river at Ross-on-Wye or Hoarwithy for the more adventurous.

Guided River Wye Trips for 2010 please contact us to book your place now!

Adventure River: Guided Trips along the Wye river 

We provide guided river trips by experienced qualified instructors along the wye through secenic paddling routes such as" the forest route", "tidal adventure" taking you up to the mouth of the river severn at chepstow.

The Wye Tour: Full Day - Goodrich Castle to Monmouth

Join a guided group for a spectacular day. This route is known as the birthplace of British Tourism, it winds through beautiful countryside past forests, cliffs and plentiful wildlife, stopping for a riverside picnic halfway 14.5 miles with the flow.

Previous experience: None

Cost: £85pp

Days: 1 Full day river trip

Trip dates for 2012: April 8th to October 21st every Sunday, meeting at 9am

The Forest Route: Half Day – Huntsham Bridge to Monmouth 

A beautiful half-day trip, cutting through the forest, past Symonds Yat Rock, The Biblins and The Seven Sisters. 7 miles with the flow.

Previous experience: None

Activity Cost: £45pp

Activity Period: Half day trip

New Course Dates for 2012: April 7th to October 20th every Saturday, meeting at 1pm

The Tidal Wye: Day Trip – Tintern to Chepstow 

We put in at Tintern Abbey and catch the turning tide to draw us past fantastic forested cliffs like Wyncliff and Wintours Leap where climbers can be seen dangling away on our way down to the Boat Inn in Chepstow, just past the magnificent castle., the trip is spectacular and the environment gradually changes with tidal flora and sea birds ever increasing. Highly recommended.

Previous experience: None only guided trips permitted

Activity Cost: £95pp

Activity Period: 1 Full day river trip

Meeting at: Monmouth Canoe centre at times and dates stated below.

Trip Dates 2012: To Be Confirmed dependant on tides & times

Please contact us for further details