Take a 10 km kayak tour along the Cares River from Niserias to Panes, alternating between calm waters and small rapids accessible to everyone!
The Cares River runs through the Picos de Europa National Park and joins up with the Deva River at Panes, making it a pleasant, crystal-clear river on which to enjoy canoeing and kayaking in Asturias on your own. Alternating between calm stretches and small, easy-to-cross rapids, it allows anyone who can swim from the age of 6 to enjoy a superb kayak tour from Niserias to Panes, over a 10 km stretch that can be completed in around 2 hours. Whether you are on your own, with your partner, your family, your friends or even your 4-legged friend, this is an accessible and relaxing activity that is sure to please!
The Canoe Aventura Trophy team offers you the chance to rent a kayak on the Cares River from its base in Panes, just under 2 hours' drive from Bilbao. The team will take you to the starting point in Niserias, and then you will be off for a 2-hour kayaking tour down the Cares River, on your own and at your own pace. Depending on what you fancy, you can stop along the way for a swim, a snack, or even to spot the local wildlife if you are lucky enough to catch a glimpse! Otters, squirrels and many species of birds (ducks, herons, kingfishers, etc.) enjoy the river.
If you decide to rent a kayak on the Cares River, you will be in for an unforgettable trip at the foot of the Picos de Europa. So if you are passing through Panes, make the most of it and join the Canoe Aventura Trophy team for an unforgettable kayaking tour on the Cares River!
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Practical information
Enjoy a 2-hour kayaking tour down the Cares River from Niserias to Panes (10 km), in solo, 2 or 3-seater kayaks.
Please allow around 2.5 hours for the whole experience.
- Welcome at the Canoe Aventura Trophy base in Panes between 11 a.m. and 3.30 p.m.
- Distribution of kayaking equipment
- Briefing on the activity, safety and navigation instructions
- Transfer to the start of the course in Niserias (approx. 10-minute drive)
- Launching kayaks in the river
- Departure for a 10 km kayak tour down the Cares River: depending on your pace, it will take you around 2 hours to complete the course
- End of the course directly in front of the Canoe Aventura Trophy base
- Return of the equipment and end of the activity
All participants must know how to swim to take part in this activity.
Written parental authorisation is required for minors to participate in this activity without an accompanying adult.
Pets are welcome to join this activity.
The team also offers a guided canoe tour down the Deva River, departing at 10.30 a.m.: if you would like to take part in this guided tour, please contact Canoe Aventura Trophy directly once your booking has been confirmed.
- Kayak
- Double paddle
- Wetsuit (if required)
- Life jacket
- Waterproof canister
- Transport to the start of the kayaking tour
- Guide (on request, leaving at 10.30 a.m.)
- Closed shoes that will get wet
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Hat / Cap
- Bottle of water
- Snacks