Dee River Kayaking is a friendly and professional river guiding service based in Chester providing hugely exhilarating white water kayaking experiences on the beautiful River Dee.
White water kayaking really is one of the most fun ways to experience Britain's wilderness and Dee River Kayaking offers you the best chance to dip your toe in to an introduction to a sport that is both challenging, and madly addictive!
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White water kayaking trips take place on areas of the River Dee that fit in to the white water classification grades 1-3.
Grade 1 is generallyĀ flowing but not particularly turbulent.
Grade 2 has someĀ turbulent spots for excitement and fun.
Grade 3 is where the whole channel is generally turbulent with plenty of waves for the thrill seekers.
Generally Dee River Kayaking white water kayaking experiences will be based on grades 1 and 2 with a potential option to try a grade 3 rapid if everyone in the group feels confident and keen to give it a go - no pressure.
The best way to dictate exactly the style that suits you and your group is to book a private tour or the open trips are a great way to enjoy your white water kayaking tour of The River Dee whilst meeting new people and socialising.
This trip is ideal for stag and hen parties, corporate fun days or team building days and of course family and group outings.
To book your White Water Kayaking experience click the 'Book Now' button above.
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This session is designed to give you the best possible introduction to white water kayaking - you'll meet at Sandy Lane in Chester and paddle down through town to the mighty Chester Weir, where a set of water steps have been built for fish to pass up the river and provide an ideal play spot for kayakers!
Under the guidance of expert instructors, you'll have a taster for what white water kayaking is all about.
No kayaking experience is necessary, but it helps if you have an open mind and a can-do attitude.
By the end of the experience you'll not only have learned a bit more about kayaking but you'll also have conquered your first rapids in your own boat.
All of Dee River Kayaking's tours are accompanied by an experienced guide so you can be sure of a capable guiding hand to make sure you have the best day out on the river possible!
The kayaks are easy to use and very stable and the guides at Dee River Kayaking are real river specialists, with tons of passion, experience and enthusiasm to share.
If you have any questions please use the 'Get In Touch' form on this page.
Please note that online booking is required for any tours to take place.
Dee River Kayaking also provide the following trips giving you a great deal of choice for days out in the great outdoors: