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Ullswater Kayaking Tour

Canoe (Kayak) in The Lake District

Quick Details

  • Meeting Times : 10 am ( until mid February 2025 )
  • Group Size: Maximum of 4 people ( for a group of 5, please email me )
  • Booking Cut Off: 9 pm the evening before any trip
  • Age: Minimum age 14. Responsible adult to accompany under 18's.
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Price per person

£ 55

Lake District Kayaking

Ullswater is, for many people, the most beautiful of the big lakes in The Lake District. It features islands, bays & beaches, and lots of scenery.

A couple enjoying a sunny day on Ullswater.

Kayaking with Tall Bloke Adventures

What’s the activity about ? For me, a kayak tour is just a great way to spend some time. Paddling along in a beautiful place, having a chat with some really nice people about all sorts of topics. Learning from the guests about their interests. Passing on a bit of knowledge about the local area and people. All the while doing something that is naturally very healthy, physically & mentally, to do.

A couple paddling a kayak on the calm waters of Ullswater, surrounded by the stunning scenery of The Lake District.

Kayaking in The Lake District on a sunny day

The beach we launch the trips from is at Glenridding Sailing Centre. It’s a very friendly place set in a lovely location.There’s no set route on the tours. It always depends on weather conditions on the day, and group ability.

Double Sea Kayaks

Double Kayaks are used for comfort, stability and ease of paddling.

Double Kayaks for comfort and ease of paddling.

Double Kayaks are used as they are a lot more stable than singles. They are also easier to control, especially if there is a breeze. Synchronised paddling between you both isn’t required, enjoying the scenery is.

Solo Travellers 

A guest enjoying a Lake District Kayak Adventure.

Lake District Adventures for a solo traveller

Up until late April, solo bookings are possible. They start again early September.

One per trip due to only one single boat being available.

If you would like to guarantee a 1 to 1 private guided tour or coaching session, please book two places. Then email me with the preference. I’ll block the other spaces off.

More questions ?

If you have more questions about the trips, such as what to wear, how many people will be on a trip, whether I hire the boats out, or anything else, hopefully your query will be answered here : FAQ page.  If not, please feel free to email me.

Exceptions

Guest experiences on previous trips have demonstrated that if any of the following applies, these trips are not suitable.

A BMI of 26 or over.

Weigh 102 KG (16 Stone) or over.