Kayaking on the Sella River from Cangas de Onis, Asturias

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1 half day
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From 5 years-old and up
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Go with the flow on this family friendly kayaking trip down the Sella River in Asturias. Starting from Cangas de Onis, it will be an unforgettable experience.

Go with the flow on this family friendly kayaking trip down the Sella River in Asturias. Starting from Cangas de Onis, it will be an unforgettable experience.

The lifeblood that runs through the heart of the Asturias region, the Sella River is renowned for its wide, open channels and casual pace that makes it perfect for first-time paddlers and young families alike. The best way to discover a region considered an untouched paradise, experience dramatic landscapes and unexpected wildlife with canoe rental in Asturias.

The Sella River runs through the autonomous region of Asturias from the Picos de Europa to the Bay of Biscay. This activity starts from the rental base in Arriondas and the endpoint is in Llovio (a few kilometres before Ribadesella).

This activity is suited to all ages and abilities – rental can be organised with 1, 2 and 3 seater canoes available. Whilst completing the full trip to Llovio (4hours) is recommended, groups can choose to stop at Toraño (2 hours) and Fries (3 hours). Guide not included.

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Practical information

Course of events

Head to the activity base in Cangas de Onís for this canoeing excursion on the Sella River. Suitable for groups of friends and young families alike, this half-day trip follows a 17km route with three 3 abandonment points depending on the age and ability of each group. Launching your canoes in Arriondas, start with a quick safety briefing and a few paddle techniques before you start your own adventure along this famous river – going with the flow and discovering more about the Asturias region and why it is considered a natural paradise.

During the trip, you will navigate a stretch of the river with 13th-century architecture, rolling hills, shallow banks and a few small rapids. Return from Toraño (7Km), Fries (14Km) and Llovio (17Km) to the activity base is included, ensuring you finish your day with a hot shower and light refreshments.

Activity requirements

Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and be taller than 1.15m

All participants must know how to swim

Special terms

Subject to weather restrictions

Meeting point:
Carretera de Arriondas – Cangas de Onis, N-625, Km 162, 33540 Arriondas, Asturias, España
Spoken languages:Spanish, French, English
Included
  • Canoe Rental
  • Return Transport
Do not forget to bring
  • Spare Change of Clothes
  • Swimwear & Towel
  • Suitable footwear
  • Suncream/Sunhat
  • GoPro/Camera

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Ami S., United Kingdom — 24/04/2023
5/5
Nice stretch of river for young family of four kayaking
Andrea M., United Kingdom — 16/08/2022
4/5
Lovely canoeing down a river surrounded by mountains. Start the journey by being launched down what I can only describe as a log flume. Brilliant fun. The river is rocky in places so be prepared to get out and pull the canoe over some sections.
Robert W., United Kingdom — 24/07/2023
5/5
Great value. Helpful staff. Beautiful views.
Brian C., Ireland — 20/07/2022
5/5
Super day out well worth it.
Denis C., Australia — 26/07/2019
5/5
Beautiful river

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