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Canoeing and Kayaking
Canoeing
Discover the English Riviera's 22 miles of coastline at sea level in a canoe! You'll be able to get up close and personal with all manner of marine and birdlife, and appreciate our many weird and wonderful rock formations from the best focal point - the sea.
How?
If you don't own a canoe, there are various excursions you can take part in, including the fantastic Canoe the Coves expedition organised by the Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust.
Kayaking
The next step up from regular canoeing, sea kayaking is a great way to explore the inlets of the English Riviera in a versatile vessel. You'll be able to negotiate the rocky outcrops with more precision and really feel at one with the Geopark coastline.
Who can do it…
Anyone who feels confident in the water. Experience in kayaking will help, however beginners can stick to shallow, sheltered waters and feel perfectly safe. You can hire a kayak at various different outlets and wet suits are usually provided so swimwear and trainers are all you need.
Top 3 Locations
Preston Sands, Paignton – wide open sea to gain your balance and practise your strokes.
Goodrington, Paignton – easy distance from the rocks at Roundham and caves at Fairy Cove.
Broadsands, Paignton – a quieter spot, close to the geological formations at Saltern Cove.
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Reach Outdoors
Type
Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre
Location
Ansteys Cove, Torquay
Explore the Geopark’s spectacular coastline with an adventure to remember. Reach Outdoors are the South West’s Adventure Specialists. We provide Coasteering, Kayak Tours, Climbing and Abseiling; with the flexibility to deliver across the Torbay area
Harbour Sports
Type
Watersports Centre
Location
Paignton
Why not buy a kayak? We do all sorts of deals to get you out there doing your own thing with your own kit. Harbour Sports is a sort of aquatic Aladdin’s Cave packed full to make your holiday a truly outstanding and possibly life changing experience.
Canoe the Coves Group Excursions
Type
Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre
Location
Brixham
Explore the coastline on this memorable canoe adventure – the perfect way to discover the Geopark’s stunning marine wildlife and geology.
Jibset Marine Torquay
Type
Watersports Centre
Location
Torquay
Ideally situated at Beacon Quay, Torquay, Jibset Marine is a watersports centre, carrying a wide range of sailing clothing and watersports equipment.
During the summer months we also offer fun for all the family with kayak hire.Grenville House Outdoor Education Centre
Type
Multi-Activity Centres
Location
Brixham
Multi-activity centre offering kayak, open canoe, dinghy sailing, high ropes (10 metres), abseiling indoor climbing wall, caving, rock climbing, mountain biking and many more. Open all the year.
Torbay Coast & Countryside Trust
Type
Country Park/Nature Reserve
Location
Torquay
We are a local, independent charity dedicated to looking after some of Torbay's most important wildlife and heritage sites. Our aims are to protect land, conserve nature and strengthen the bonds between the people and the natural world of Torbay.
Adelong Outdoor Education
Type
Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre
Location
Brixham
Based in Devon Adelong can offer everything you need for group adventure days out, women’s adventure holidays and family adventures. We deliver high quality experiences combined with fun and as much challenge as you like!
