1 Day Canoe Trip - Ross-on-Wye to Symonds Yat

Name: Canoe the Wye
Price range: $$

1 DAY CANOE TRIP COSTS £35 PER PERSON

Discover one of the UK’s most scenic waterways on our 1 Day Canoe Trip from Ross‑on‑Wye to Symonds Yat. A 14‑mile adventure through the breath taking Wye Valley. An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Perfect for families, couples, and outdoor enthusiasts, this is one of the best ways to experience canoeing on the River Wye.

A FULL DAY OF CANOEING IN THE WYE VALLEY

Your adventure begins at 9:00am at our riverside base in Symonds Yat West. After a friendly welcome, safety briefing, and equipment handover, we transport you to Ross‑on‑Wye to begin your paddle by 10:00am. The route is split into two stunning sections:

ROSS-ON-WYE → KERNE BRIDGE

A gentle introduction to the river, ideal for beginners. Enjoy rolling meadows, wildlife, and views of Goodrich Castle rising above the valley. Many paddlers stop at Kerne Bridge for lunch, with options including riverside pubs or the quirky Paddle Café — a converted vintage fire engine serving great food.

KERNE BRIDGE → SYMONDS YAT

This is the most dramatic and picturesque stretch of the River Wye canoe route. Paddle beneath towering cliffs, pass Welsh Bicknor, glide under the historic Stowfield Railway Viaduct, and enjoy the iconic views of Symonds Yat Rock and Coldwell Rocks, home to peregrine falcons. You’ll return to Symonds Yat West around 4:00pm, where our team will meet you at the landing point.

WILDLIFE & SCENERY HIGHLIGHTS

The Wye Valley is one of the UK’s top destinations for wildlife spotting and peaceful outdoor adventure. This canoe trip is perfect for nature lovers. Along the way you may spot:

Kingfishers skimming the water.
Herons (our company logo!).
Buzzards and peregrine falcons.
Swans, geese, ducks, and river fish.
The occasional otter if you’re lucky.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Canoe hire (2–3 seaters available).
Paddles, buoyancy aids & dry barrels.
Transport to the start point.
Launch & landing fees.
River maps.
Full safety briefing.

WHY CHOOSE THIS RIVER WYE CANOE TRIP?

One of the most scenic canoe routes in the UK.
A full day of adventure at great value.
Perfect for exploring the Forest of Dean & Wye Valley.
A mix of calm water, gentle rapids, and iconic viewpoints.
Great for picnics, photography, and wildlife watching.

AVAILABLE APRIL - SEPTEMBER

We operate this trip during the main canoeing season when river conditions are suitable. Early booking is recommended during summer and school holidays, to avoid disappointment.

STEP 1.
SELECT YOUR DATE

STEP 2.

HOW MANY BOATS DO YOU NEED?

(NOT PEOPLE!)

2 adults (18+)

3 adults (18+)

2 adults (18+) 1 child (4-13yrs)

2 adults (18+) 1 child (14-17yrs)

1 adult (18+) 1 child (4-13yrs)

1 adult (18+) 1 child (14-17yrs)

1 adult (18+) 2 children (14-17yrs)

CONDITIONS OF HIRE

All people in a canoe will wear a correctly fitted buoyancy aid at all times.
Participants under 18 will be supervised at all times, each canoe must have at least 1 adult (18+).
Any participant 13 years of age or younger will be supervised by an adult on a ratio of 1:1.
No person who is pregnant is permitted.
No person under 4 years of age or under 15kgs is permitted.
No person with a chest measurement greater than 54 inches and no person over 130kgs (20stone) is permitted.
All participants can swim a distance of 25m in clothing, or to be accompanied 1 to 1 with a swimmer who can.
No person under the influence of alcohol or drugs are permitted. Alcohol will not be consumed in a canoe.
All participants with any physical, medical, behavioural or mental condition or illness will inform us prior to the trip.
All participants affected by sight or hearing impairment likely to affect safety will inform us prior to the trip.
You accept that we may cancel or curtail your booking or exclude individuals in your party who fail to comply with the above conditions.