Kayaking & Canoeing Strenuous Tours & Trip Packages

Kayaking & Canoeing Strenuous Tours & Trips

518 Kayaking & Canoeing trips. Tours from 161 tour companies. 761 reviews. 4.8/5 avg rating.

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Canyoning, Trekking and Kayaking in Andalusia
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4.9/5 Excellent
28 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Granada

Highlights

  • Start and end your journey in Malaga, a 2,800 year old port city currently being rejuvenated as a national hub for arts & culture
  • Trek through the mountain villages, gorges and terraces of the Alpujarras, skirting the southern slopes of the Sierra Nevada
  • Enjoy a full canyoning experience in Rio Verde, an area of green, cool waters, deep pools, sunlit waterfalls and extraordinary natural beauty
  • Trek along Cabo de Gata’s best beaches, Andalusia’s largest coastal protected area, a stunningly beautiful coastline of volcanic hillsides, rocky headlines and pristine sandy beaches
  • Take to the water in a kayak to explore Cabo de Gata’s National Park from another angle
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Themes

Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Trekking & Expeditions

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"Very nice organisation and amazing group of people!"

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New Zealand Family Adventure
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5/5 Excellent
78 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown

Highlights

  • Hike Franz Josef Glacier
  • Hike South Westland World Heritage Area
  • Hike Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park
  • Hike Mt Aspiring National Park
  • Hike Beaches and rainforests of the West Coast
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Birding, Climbing & Mountaineering, Culinary & Wine, Cultural, Family Friendly, High Adventure, Hiking & Walking, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Transformative, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"New Zealand is one of the more remarkable locations I have had the opportunity to visit. It is truly a magical kind of place for me and seems to have had all the landscapes I love. Mountains that rise up out of the sea, beaches that you can have all to yourself and walk on for miles, forests that change as you travel around the island; you would find it hard to get bored with this mix. If that is not enough, there is our guides. The two drove us, inspired us, cooked fantastic meals for us and had answers to all our myriad of questions. I simply cannot say enough about Claire and Mel!"

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Kayak and Sail: Split to Dubrovnik
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5/5 Excellent
7 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Hvar Island, Korcula Island, Split

Highlights

  • Explore the hidden coves of Dalmatia by kayak
  • Sail between beautiful islands
  • Visit multiple UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Experience local and traditionanl cuisine
  • Sample high-quality and unique local wines
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Themes

Family Friendly, High Adventure, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Sailing

What travelers are saying

"They are just great!!! They have a no-nonsense ambience. The Dormitory is adequate, very clean and comfortable. The food was very tasty, homely and had a good variety. The activities catered to our satisfaction. They are provided with lots of patience. Every staff member is so friendly and they ensure that you enjoy the outing. We were a family with people from all are groups. They took care of every individual needs. Our aged mother was made very comfortable, and they arranged a chair for her at every activity area. We spent almost two days and one night. And we enjoyed every moment. If one is looking for a good outing, this is the place. Total value for money. Above all it's the passion of the staff that makes them better than most places around Bangalore."

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EcoCamp Patagonia
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5/5 Excellent
7 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Themes

Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing

What travelers are saying

"They are just great!!! They have a no-nonsense ambience. The Dormitory is adequate, very clean and comfortable. The food was very tasty, homely and had a good variety. The activities catered to our satisfaction. They are provided with lots of patience. Every staff member is so friendly and they ensure that you enjoy the outing. We were a family with people from all are groups. They took care of every individual needs. Our aged mother was made very comfortable, and they arranged a chair for her at every activity area. We spent almost two days and one night. And we enjoyed every moment. If one is looking for a good outing, this is the place. Total value for money. Above all it's the passion of the staff that makes them better than most places around Bangalore."

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Kayak Between Icebergs And Glaciers
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5/5 Excellent
5 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Camping
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Torres del Paine National Park

Highlights

  • Visit Torres del Paine National Park
  • Enjoy paddling through the Serrano River and fabulous views of Tyndall Glacier and Geike Range.
  • Great opportunity to Kayak about 30mt. to the Serrano Lagoon

Themes

National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing

What travelers are saying

"Chile Nativo’s service from booking to final drop off was fantastic! Really great value. We were a small group of 6 trekkers and you provided great tents and gear. Our guide, Armando, was extremely knowledgeable and experienced in the park. With 20 years guiding experience he was still very professional and engaged with our group and clearly very passionate about the area. It’s a fantastically beautiful place! I would definitely recommend Chile Nativo to anyone looking for a quality, authentic Torres del Paine trekking experience."

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Antarctica Multi-Sport Adventure
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5/5 Excellent
5 reviews
Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Buenos Aires, Patagonia, Ushuaia

Highlights

  • Arrival into Buenos Aires
  • Fly to Ushuaia, afternoon city tour and hiking
  • Hiking and kayaking in Tierra del Fuego National Park.
  • Free morning, embarkation and departure for DrakePassage
  • On-board amenities and lectures view from deck, Antarctic Convergence
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Themes

Birding, Hiking & Walking, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"I’ve had two great adventures with this company. Both journeys offered a combo of moderate off the beaten path and times for luxury. Guides are highly knowledgeable and they offered us opportunity to go deep into history. I really appreciated some rugged moments. The South Africa trip was life changing for many reasons. They are great communicators and want to make sure you get answers and interests met. Both trips had very good hotels and food. Please try them if you travel to learn and participate in new cultures."

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Hiking & Rafting SE Utah's National Parks
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5/5 Excellent
5 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Mesa Arch, Moab

Highlights

  • Explore Utah’s amazing red rock country in Canyonlands and Arches National Parks on private guided explorations and hikes.
  • Experience some of Southeast Utah's most colorful and vivid landscapes
  • Spend 3 days/2 nights on a raft trip through the renowned Westwater Canyon
  • Hike into remote side canyons to see petroglyphs and pictographs, learn about ancient Indian cultures, the geology of the Colorado River.
  • Opportunity to Cruise on the Colorado River.

Themes

Hiking & Walking, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Women Only

What travelers are saying

"I always wanted to meet orangutans in the wild. Going with AW to Indonesia was the way to do it. We had great local guides, delicious food, and magical experiences. Everything was taken care of. The diverse group of women made the time even more enriching. I started as a solo traveler, but within a day I had 14 new friends. I can totally see traveling with AW again."

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Kerala Kayaking, Culture and Cuisine
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5/5 Excellent
24 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Arabian Sea, Kerala, Kochi, Western Ghats

Highlights

  • Explore Cochin
  • Enjoy a touching cultural event
  • Cruise through bigger channels and across lakes
  • Discover Kerala Spice Belt

Themes

Cultural, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing

What travelers are saying

"Our most recent trip with Hidden Places, the La Rioja Bicycle tour, has only confirmed our high regard for the quality and attention to detail that make their trips beyond parallel. Starting in Pamplona, we enjoyed seven days of riding through gorgeous, verdant green countryside, through lovely historic hilltop villages, through wildflowers, vineyards, fields of wheat and oats, and alongside many pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago de Compostela. We toured an underground winery in Laguardia, a monastery dating to the 11th century, the Frank Gehry designed winery in Elciego and the most amazing wine museum, Vizcano, with a world class collection of everything wine! Our lodgings, always beautiful and a welcome sight after a day’s ride, varied from a repurposed flour mill to historic convents. And the food . . . beyond description, always fresh, always beautifully presented, and always nearly too much ☺ The trip was more than we ever could have imagined, the hallmark of Hidden Places Travel. It would be remiss not to mention the best part of it all, our guides Lukas and Laura who took great care of us, made us laugh, taught me more wildflowers and kept us all going and enjoying. Again, Dag and Maria always get the best! Thank you!"

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New Zealand: The South Island
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4.6/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Why we love them
Their unique emphasis on immersive cultural experiences combined with active exploration with personalized cycling experiences.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown

Highlights

  • Prepare to be dazzled by the staggering beauty of the South Island’s glittering lakes, lush forests, fertile farmlands, and alpine peaks.
  • Hike up a valley carved by the retreating ice of Franz Josef Glacier.
  • Spend a day at a wilderness resort, enjoying kayaking, canoeing, hiking—and perhaps strolling to a colony of glowworms.
  • Experience life on a working ranch and savor a home-cooked meal during a visit to a sheep and cattle station.
  • Sample local vintages during a wine tasting at a local estate.

Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural, Cycling & Biking, Hiking & Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing

What travelers are saying

"This trip is unbelievably fantastic. Two of the best rides of my life, were on this tour. The guides were very good and this was just the start, when we met them, at the hotel in Cortina. Cortina was the site of the 1956 Olympics, and is a small pretty village. Nothing was open the two nights we were there, so probably bad timing. Hotel was a typical ski village hotel, good Italian/German food, and very comfortable. Second day of biking was up an old railroad spur that is now a ski trail about 15-20 K up to a mountain pass called Cimabanche Pass, which is beautiful. We rode up in a snow storm, then rain, then finally clear skies. This was the number two best ride of my life. Starting out from the hotel in Cortina, up the old spur, through single track bike trails, past babbling brooks, up to this fabulous mountain pass. This is now where the fun starts. Mostly downhill on paved roads very little traffic, at good speeds, through the most spectacular valleys you would ever see on a bike ride. Breathtaking. It had to end back at the hotel for a big dinner. The best ride of my life was the last biking day out of Merano. We were bused up 1500 K, about 85-90 miles to Lake Resia, high up in the Dolomites, then rode around the lake, down, back to Merano. High mountain peaks, many valleys,small towns, many grape growing farms, scenery, the best, and cool brisk weather. This was truly a great bike tour, one I will never forget. The trip is rated easy, but maybe easy/moderate is closer. The Hotel in Merano is excellent, middle of old town, modern, has a thermal bath, rooms were very good. The town of Merano is a must see if in the area, small, beneath the high mountains of the Dolomites, good restaurants, lots of tourists."

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Best of Galapagos
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4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They’re very committed to sustainable and responsible tourism and contribute to important initiatives like climate action.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Cotopaxi, Darwin, Galapagos, Galapagos Islands, Guayaquil, Otavalo, Quito, Ronda, San Cristobal, Santa Cruz

Highlights

  • Encounter the nearly extinct giant Galapagos tortoises, as well as blue-footed boobies, pelicans and frigate birds, land and marine iguanas, sea lions, fur seals and maybe even dolphins and whales!
  • Go snorkelling on multiple days throughout different islands, looking out for sea turtles and the harmless Galapagos shark.
  • Get your blood pumping as you scale the Sierra Negra Volcano – one of the Galapagos’ most active volcanoes and the world's second-largest crater!
  • Learn how to make the famed encebollado – a local fish soup considered one of the best in the world! Your expert chef will take you through a fun cooking class, then you’ll tuck into the hearty dish for lunch.
  • Enjoy a land-based Galapagos trip, using locally owned hotels on the islands instead of staying on a boat, which means you’ll have more opportunities to interact with the locals.
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Themes

Cycling & Biking, Hiking & Walking, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Trekking & Expeditions

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"We joined the Intrepid “Real Italy Food Tour” and enjoyed it thoroughly. Our tour guide, Micol, was very knowledgeable and provided us with lots of good information. It seems Micol knew many of the staff of the venues we visited, including the pasta making class we attended. Our group of 11 travelers was extremely compatible, which greatly added to the fun and enjoyment."

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Authentic Cambodia and Vietnam In 14 Days
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They focus on the details to ensure that their travelers get a great introduction to their home country of Vietnam.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Angkor Wat, Cu Chi Tunnels, Ha Long Bay, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Hoi An , Hue, Mekong Delta, Mekong River , Phnom Penh , Siem Reap

Highlights

  • Get onto the ancient world of Angkor era
  • Explore the fascinating Cu Chi Tunnels System which was used during the Vietnam War
  • Discover the local's life alongside the mighty Mekong River
  • Go fishing and ride a basket boat in the charming Hoi An
  • Cruise through the emerald water and thousands of limestone karsts
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Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural, Cycling & Biking, Local Immersion & Homestays, Nature & Wildlife, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing

What travelers are saying

"Our family had an amazing time with Realistic Asia’s package. The tour was very suitable for my family, which included children since we loved trekking. We enjoyed the stunning views, and the trek was at an easy pace for our kids. The tour guides and the staff are very professional and enthusiastic. I was very impressed with their attitude. We were very happy with the service and the places we have been to."

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Indochina Essence
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By Exotic Voyages
Local Expert
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Why we love them
A luxury tour company that designs extraordinary, off-the-beaten-path journeys across Asia.
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Ha Long Bay, Hanoi, Hoi An , Luang Prabang, Mekong Delta, Mekong River , Saigon, Siem Reap

Highlights

  • Travel through 3 countries by boat, cruise, cyclo, tuk-tuk, and bicycle.
  • Sail on one of the world’s most magnificent bays
  • Stay one night on the Mekong
  • Walk along the small streets of Hanoi Old Quarter
  • Discover the famous tunnel network of Cu Chi
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Themes

Cultural, Cycling & Biking, Local Immersion & Homestays, Nature & Wildlife, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Relaxing Retreats, Sailing, Photography

What travelers are saying

"Lucy at Exotic Voyages planned the best honeymoon my wife and I could have asked for. She listened to what my wife and I wanted to do, and turned that into an unforgettable 10 day vacation. We went through 4 different itineraries before we landed on the final one. Lucy was always friendly and very quick to answer any questions we had. She took care of every detail, Visas, ground transportation, tours, etc. If you are planning on going to Vietnam, you MUST use Lucy and Exotic Voyages."

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Wonders of South America
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By Across South America
Local Expert
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5/5 Excellent
65 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Buenos Aires, Cusco, El Calafate, Iguazu Falls, Iguazu National Park, Lima, Machu Picchu, Rio de Janeiro, Torres del Paine National Park

Highlights

  • Beauties of Rio de Janeiro
  • Iguazu Falls and bird watching
  • Discover Buenos Aires & Gaucho Culture
  • Highlights of Patagonia including Perito Moreno Glacier and Torres del Paine
  • Santiago de Chile and Wines
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Themes

Birding, Culinary & Wine, Cultural, High Adventure, Nature & Wildlife, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Trekking & Expeditions, Sailing, Photography

What travelers are saying

"I highly recommend Across South America for a memorable experience that is personalized for YOU."

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Kayaking & Canoeing Reviews & Ratings

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Heide

Oct 2023

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New Zealand's adventure - a Rousing Success

Unexpected wildlife and plant growth, and land features constantly, with breathtaking beauty, and with an air of untouched freshness. Oh, and the cycling was excitin...

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Patti

Oct 2023

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Wonderful and Varied Adventure

This is an excellent trip with a great variety of activities and adventure. A train into the mountains, biking, hiking, kayaking, glaciers, ocean, rainforest, and po...

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Patti

Oct 2023

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Wonderful and Varied Adventure

This is an excellent trip with a great variety of activities and adventure. A train into the mountains, biking, hiking, kayaking, glaciers, ocean, rainforest, and po...

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jbird

Oct 2023

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Really fun trip

New Zealand is a beautiful country with really fun and interesting people. But the trip leaders made this an exceptional experience. The trip was well organized and ...

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Kyle and Kate

Oct 2023

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Our fav activities:biking, hiking, kayaking

We just finished our third VBT tour "New Zealand: Bike and Walk the South Island" in February 2018. The new format includes biking and walking on mostly trails plus ...

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  • Many trips include excursions that will involve kayaking and canoeing - take advantage for a unique perspective and a chance to see wildlife up close. 
  • Some companies, such as ROW Adventures focus primarily on kayaking and their trips involve camping and outdoors activities.
  • Sea kayaking, can be exhilarating, but exhausting! Make sure you’re up for a day of rigorous rowing and feeling it in your upper arms the next morning.
  • If you must bring a camera, invest in very sturdy, trusted, waterproof gear. You will get wet!

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