{"id":12648,"date":"2020-07-24T14:30:37","date_gmt":"2020-07-24T13:30:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/?p=12648"},"modified":"2021-01-22T11:14:53","modified_gmt":"2021-01-22T11:14:53","slug":"kayaking-in-south-devon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/kayaking-in-south-devon","title":{"rendered":"Paddlers\u2019 paradise: A guide to kayaking in South Devon"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Kayaking in South Devon is a popular pastime and this comes as no surprise &#8211; with a matrix of beautiful coastline, rivers, creeks and coves to explore, it\u2019s no wonder that so many take to the water on kayak. Spend your time navigating the stunning natural scenery, see castles, forts and historic houses from a new perspective, and catch a glimpse of some wonderful wildlife, including friendly seals! If you&#8217;re feeling hungry for a challenge, and have sufficient skills and experience, why not head for a white water stretch of the River Dart?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-24126 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2016\/09\/Kayaking-in-south-Devon-Salcombe-content-image.jpg\" alt=\"Kayaking in South Devon - North Sands\" width=\"930\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2016\/09\/Kayaking-in-south-Devon-Salcombe-content-image.jpg 930w, https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2016\/09\/Kayaking-in-south-Devon-Salcombe-content-image-300x155.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2016\/09\/Kayaking-in-south-Devon-Salcombe-content-image-768x396.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 930px) 100vw, 930px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Kayaking in South Devon<\/h2>\n<p>Looking for something in particular? Use our quick links below, or read our comprehensive guide to kayaking in South Devon to help you find your bearings&#8230;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#River Dart kayaking\">River Dart kayaking<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Dartmouth kayaking\">Dartmouth kayaking<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Salcombe kayaking\">Salcombe kayaking<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Sea kayaking in South Devon\">Sea kayaking in South Devon<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-24129 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2016\/09\/Kayaking-in-south-Devon-Dittisham.jpg\" alt=\"Kayaking in South Devon - Dittisham\" width=\"930\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2016\/09\/Kayaking-in-south-Devon-Dittisham.jpg 930w, https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2016\/09\/Kayaking-in-south-Devon-Dittisham-300x155.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2016\/09\/Kayaking-in-south-Devon-Dittisham-768x396.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 930px) 100vw, 930px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"River Dart kayaking\">River Dart kayaking<\/h2>\n<p>Taking one of a number of boat trips along the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/river-dart-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">River Dart<\/a> will provide you with some fantastic views from the water, but exploring the waterways, creeks and wooded banks by kayak, however, will give you a real hands on experience. If you\u2019re interested in kayaking on the River Dart, you\u2019ll find plenty of options, with plenty of places from which you can launch your own vessel, and also local companies offering both structured tuition and equipment hire, depending on your needs.<\/p>\n<h3>Where to rent a kayak on the River Dart<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/totneskayaks.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Totnes Kayaks<\/a> is based at the village of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/stoke-gabriel-south-devon-village-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Stoke Gabriel<\/a>, a beautiful village on the River Dart. You can learn to kayak under supervision or hire equipment if you\u2019re experienced enough to go out by yourself.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.canoeadventures.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Canoe Adventures <\/a>offers something a little different. Based in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/tuckenhay-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tuckenhay<\/a>, about halfway between <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/totnes-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Totnes<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/dartmouth.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dartmouth<\/a>, this company gives you the option to rent large canoes by group (each is suitable for up to 10 people). Alternatively, you can book by the\u00a0seat and join an existing party.<\/li>\n<li>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dartington.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dartington Hall Estate<\/a> near Totnes, you\u2019ll also find <a href=\"http:\/\/www.dynamicadventures.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Dynamic Adventures<\/a>, which offers a wide range of options for active days out. Although based by the Dart, most of their trips are focused on sea kayaking, and as such, they cover Dartmouth, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/salcombe.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Salcombe<\/a>, the Erm Estuary, Bantham, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/holiday-cottages-plymouth.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Plymouth<\/a> and Torbay.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/dittisham.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dittisham<\/a>, a beautiful village around four miles up the Dart from Dartmouth, is home to <a href=\"http:\/\/dittishamboats.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Dittisham Boats<\/a>, which rents out SUPs and kayaks in addition to motorboats.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Why is kayaking on the River Dart so popular?<\/h3>\n<p>Kayaking on the River Dart offers something for everyone, with challenging white-water sections upriver for experienced paddlers and gently meandering stretches as the river winds through the South Hams. Between Totnes and Dartmouth, the water is fairly easily to navigate, the scenery is spectacular and there are some wonderful places to visit by kayak. Why not stop at one of these places for a break?<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The medieval town of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/things-to-do-in-totnes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Totnes<\/a>, famous for its beautiful architecture and quirky character<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/dittisham-village-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dittisham<\/a>, a charming village with the original <a href=\"https:\/\/anchorstonecafe.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Anchorstone Caf\u00e9<\/a> and a popular riverside pub, the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ferryboatinndittisham.pub\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ferry Boat Inn<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationaltrust.org.uk\/greenway\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Greenway<\/a>, the former home and estate of the late Dame Agatha Christie<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sharpham.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Sharpham Estate<\/a>, with its vineyard, cheese dairy and another Anchorstone Caf\u00e9<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/tuckenhay-south-devon-village-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tuckenhay<\/a>, home to the much-loved <a href=\"https:\/\/the-maltsters.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Maltsters Arms<\/a> pub<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/10-brilliant-things-to-do-in-dartmouth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dartmouth<\/a>, a picturesque harbour town with a fantastic range of caf\u00e9s, pubs, restaurants, and more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Kayaking on the River Dart is a fantastic way to get to know the local area, and an excellent way to build up an appetite before visiting some of the region\u2019s best food and drink establishments.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-28098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2020\/07\/River-Dart-kayaking.jpg\" alt=\"River Dart kayaking in South Devon\" width=\"930\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Dartmouth kayaking\">Dartmouth kayaking<\/h2>\n<p>Dartmouth is an extremely popular place to kayak, with rocky islands, secret coves and caves, and secluded beaches to explore, not forgetting the amazing wildlife you may be lucky enough to get up close to. From Dartmouth it\u2019s possible to travel upriver to explore the creeks or head out to sea if your training and equipment are up to scratch. There are lots of beautiful coves accessible only from the sea, but caution and careful planning are strongly advised if you\u2019re planning to visit any of these.<\/p>\n<p>In Dartmouth itself, we recommend getting in touch with the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.dartmouthyachtclub.co.uk\/canoe.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Canoe Section of Dartmouth Yacht Club<\/a>. Their experienced tutors can help complete beginners and they offer helpful taster sessions &#8211; these are ideal for those who are only visiting the area or simply want to try their hand before paying for full membership.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-26683 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2020\/02\/kayaking-activites-in-South-Devon-1.jpg\" alt=\"kayaking in South Devon\" width=\"930\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Salcombe kayaking\">Salcombe kayaking<\/h2>\n<p>The gentle waters of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/enjoy-the-salcombe-kingsbridge-estuary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kingsbridge Estuary<\/a> make for excellent paddling, particularly for beginners. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/south-sands-salcombe-beach\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">South Sands Beach<\/a>, about 1.5 miles from the centre of Salcombe, is the place to head. There you\u2019ll find <a href=\"http:\/\/southsandssailing.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Sea Kayak Salcombe<\/a>, right on the beach next to <a href=\"https:\/\/seakayaksalcombe.co.uk\/bos-beach-cafe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bo\u2019s Beach Caf\u00e9<\/a>. Rent equipment, join tours or receive instruction from their expert team. Fully qualified and insured BCU coaches can also rent equipment from Sea Kayak Salcombe if they\u2019d like to use South Sands as a base for their own group tours or lessons, etc.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Sea kayaking in South Devon\">Sea kayaking in South Devon<\/h2>\n<p>Kayaking in South Devon isn&#8217;t all about exploring inland waters. If you\u2019d rather head out into the \u2018big wide blue\u2019, you have a wealth of options to explore. Here are just a few of the popular choices:<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-24127 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2016\/09\/Kayaking-in-south-Devon-Blackpool-Sands.jpg\" alt=\"Kayaking in South Devon - Beesands\" width=\"930\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2016\/09\/Kayaking-in-south-Devon-Blackpool-Sands.jpg 930w, https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2016\/09\/Kayaking-in-south-Devon-Blackpool-Sands-300x155.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2016\/09\/Kayaking-in-south-Devon-Blackpool-Sands-768x396.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 930px) 100vw, 930px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Blackpool Sands<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/blackpool-sands\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Blackpool Sands<\/a> is a popular place for kayakers, who like to explore the bay itself, and also secret coves found not far along the coastline. In the summer holidays, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.blackpoolsands.co.uk\/watersports.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Venus Watersports at Blackpool Sands<\/a> runs the\u00a0Venus Riders Watersports programme. This means you can hire sit-on-top kayaks, SUPs, boogie boards and other equipment, or join a kayaking tour if you\u2019d like to receive some guidance. The beautiful, Blue Flag-awarded beach is at the perfect spot for exploring stunning <a href=\"\/blog\/category\/beaches\/start-bay-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Start Bay<\/a> and its many beaches and coves.<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-28423 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2019\/04\/Kayking-in-South-Devon.jpg\" alt=\"Kayaking in South Devon - South Milton Sands\" width=\"930\" height=\"480\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3>South Milton Sands<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"\/blog\/category\/beaches\/south-milton-sands-beach-bible\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">South Milton Sands<\/a> sits at the southern end of beautiful <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/thurlestone-beach-south-devon-beach-bible\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Thurlestone Beach<\/a> and looks out over iconic Thurlestone Rock. Kayakers love paddling out to see this unusual rock formation close up, and can even paddle through it on a gentle swell. If you don&#8217;t have your own vessel, not to worry, because you can hire sit-on-top kayaks and other watersports equipment from<a href=\"http:\/\/www.surfinsam.co.uk\/\" rel=\"nofollow\"> Surfin\u2019 Sam<\/a>. You\u2019ll find Surfin\u2019 Sam in the National Trust car park just behind the beach.<\/p>\n<h3>Bantham Beach<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"\/blog\/category\/beaches\/bantham-beach-south-devon-beach-bible\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bantham Beach<\/a> is renowned as the best surfing beach in the region and one of the best spots for watersports in the country. It\u2019s fitting therefore that it\u2019s home to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.trioceansurf.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Triocean Surf<\/a>, an approved RNLI surf hire centre which also supplies kayaks, SUPs and related equipment from their base just five minutes away. In addition to exploring the open sea, why not head up the River Avon (tide depending) and explore the picturesque route to Aveton Gifford that is flanked by rolling Devon hills and thriving wildlife.<\/p>\n<h3>Bigbury-On-Sea<\/h3>\n<p>On the beach at <a href=\"\/blog\/category\/south-devon\/bigbury-on-sea-south-devon-beach-bible\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bigbury-On-Sea<\/a>, which holds a prestigious Blue Flag award, you\u2019ll find a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.discoverysurf.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Discovery Surf School<\/a>. This company rents out an extensive range of equipment including kayaks and SUPs. It\u2019s hard to think of a better spot than Bigbury Bay, which looks out over unique <a href=\"\/blog\/category\/beaches\/burgh-island-south-devon-beach-bible\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Burgh Island<\/a>, for exploring by water. On a calm and gentle wind, it is great fun to circumnavigate Burgh Island, where you will find many secret coves and even a mermaids pool, perfect for a quick dip!<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-24131 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2016\/09\/Kayaking-in-South-Devon-Hallsands.jpg\" alt=\"Kayaking in South Devon - Hallsands\" width=\"930\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2016\/09\/Kayaking-in-South-Devon-Hallsands.jpg 930w, https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2016\/09\/Kayaking-in-South-Devon-Hallsands-300x155.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2016\/09\/Kayaking-in-South-Devon-Hallsands-768x396.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 930px) 100vw, 930px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3>Hallsands<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">The peaceful shingle at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/hallsands-south-devon-beach-bible\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hallsands Beach<\/a> is the perfect place to head out to sea on your kayak. If you\u2019re a wildlife enthusiast, this stunning tranquil setting is ideal for spotting local wildlife from the water. As you paddle away from the shore, the striking vista of the dramatic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/start-bay-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Start Bay<\/a> coastline is simply unrivalled!<\/p>\n<h2>Holiday cottages in South Devon perfect for kayaking!<\/h2>\n<p>Whatever your level, kayaking in South Devon is a wonderful way to get to know the region&#8217;s unspoilt beaches, stunning rivers and estuaries, and enticing harbour towns and villages. At Coast &amp; Country Cottages we boast a wealth of properties perfectly suited to those who want to spend time kayaking in South Devon. Take a look at our extensive range of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/salcombe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">holiday cottages in Salcombe<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/dartmouth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dartmouth<\/a> and in the surrounding <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/south-devon\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">South Devon<\/a> countryside, which include <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/coastal-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">coastal cottages<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/luxury-devon-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">luxury properties<\/a> that take in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/sea-river-view-properties.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">sea and river views<\/a>, and even <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/dog-friendly-cottages-in-south-devon-near-the-beach.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dog friendly cottages near the beach<\/a> &#8211; the list is endless, so you are sure to find something to suit!<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"in-copy-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/south-devon.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Book your South Devon holiday cottage today<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Kayaking in South Devon is a popular pastime and this comes as no surprise &#8211; with a matrix of beautiful coastline, rivers, creeks and coves to explore, it\u2019s no wonder that so many take to the water on kayak. Spend your time navigating the stunning natural scenery, see castles, forts and historic houses from a [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":34,"featured_media":28423,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1759],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-12648","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-activities","location-south-devon"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.9 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Kayaking in South Devon | Coast &amp; Country Cottages<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Kayaking in South Devon is a popular pastime, with a wealth of rivers, estuaries and ocean to navigate. 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