Probably the most popular option in a shared canoe for 2 people...
Our 2.5 hour Self Guided Canoe Adventures, for 2 people in each boat, are probably the most popular option that we offer.
The session starts with a briefing and introduction to paddling before taking to the water for your journey into the Back of Beyond...
'Add on' a third seat if you want to bring a child (under 12 years old) in the same canoe.
Anyone taking to the River on a Self Guided Canoe Adventure must:
*The adult to child ratio on the water is 1 adult to 2 children.
For all of our canoe adventures we recommend that you wear shorts, running tights, or similar, and wear a t-shirt with additional layers appropriate for the day. You also need footwear to paddle with, for example old trainers.
Many people choose to pack their favourite food and drink for a riverside picnic or, if you're planning on stopping at a riverside pub, remember a bank card or similar.
You’ll receive a (re)introduction to paddling, along with some guidance on where to paddle, and we’ll provide you with a dry bag that you can use to take a towel, food, phone and wallet with you.
Paddling towards Twickenham, with 2 people in each canoes, you’ll get to explore the islands and backwaters of the Thames, before mooring up to pause for a pint at one of the paddle friendly, riverside pubs along the way. You’ll have time for a quick drink before returning to the river to paddle back to Petersham Meadows and River Lane.
Once back, you’ll return your dry bags, buoyancy aids, paddles and craft, before heading to Petersham Meadows for a lunchtime picnic or to Petersham Nurseries for some afternoon tea!
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See what people are saying about Back of Beyond Adventures.
22 days ago
What a great way to spend a morning. We booked the guided kayak Eel Pie Island tour as part of our company summer party. Piers made everyone feel welcomed and included. Chatting to each and everyone of us throughout the ...
Ian Merrington
2 months ago
rly good staff, clear explanations, and demonstrations
Juno Jin
2 months ago
My wife and I shared a kayak on a twilight 2 hrs tour from Richmond upstream and back. Great fun and informative. Good safety briefing beforehand built our confidence. Great evening.
Tim Greg
a year ago
We had such amazing time kayaking up and down river, instructor John was great, very detailed on do's and dont'sof river and keeping safe. Very relaxing, therapeutic and beautiful scenery. A few pubs if you wanted to ...
Sue Gidney
a year ago
We had such amazing time kayaking up and down river, instructor John was great, very detailed on do's and dont'sof river and keeping safe. Very relaxing, therapeutic and beautiful scenery. A few pubs if you wanted to ...
Sue Gidney
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