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Aylsham to Coltishall or Wroxham


The Upper Bure
Kingfishers,
Otters &
You
Dog Friendly Activity

The beautiful River Bure meanders through the Norfolk countryside from Aylsham twisting & turning. Fish dart here and there in the gin clear waters trying to avoid the Kingfisher, poised to dive at any moment.

This beautiful tranquil stretch of river is ideal for those who wish to "escape from the madding crowd" no other people, no motor boats just your canoe silently gliding along the tiny tributaries of the Bure.

Aylsham to Coltishall will take 4-5 hours of gentle paddling and includes 3 portages*

Aylsham to Wroxham Not for the faint hearted this one!! See the best of the Bure in one (long) day trip. Approx. 8 hrs of paddling 4 portages (one of which is 275yds long) We would recommend that this is more of a challenge than a leisurely pleasure paddle

Both trips are "one way" and with the current, making it truly relaxing and easy paddling. No previous canoeing experience is required.

* A portage is where you need to drag your canoe out of the river slide / carry it a short distance then drop it back into the river - climb back in and continue your adventure. Most canoes weigh between 35 - 45 kg and are easily draggable by two adults. If you have any concerns regarding this please call us before booking.

Itinerary:

Pick up from either Wroxham or Cotlishall (depending on trip route) in our minibus where we will then drive you up to Aylsham, talking through our paddling route with you on the way. We will then arrive at Aylsham where we will get you kitted up and launched so you can paddle yourselves back downstream to where you started.
Our Coltishall route takes approximately 5 hours of paddling, and our Wroxham route 8 hours of paddling. Your car will then be waiting for you at the finish point.


Please note Aylsham Canoe Hire is available on Thursdays & Saturdays throughout the season. It will also be available on Tuesdays throughout July and August


Our One-Way Trips

Please note : Due to insurance restrictions we are unable to hire canoes, kayaks or paddleboards when water temperatures are below 10°C. If booking for the colder month please be aware that we may need to cancel your booking at short notice if water temperatures are deemed too low. In such circumstances we will either rearrange your hire of fully refund your booking.

How to book

1. Select a date from the calendar below. An availability list will appear.
2. From this list choose the tab for the hire duration your require.
A list of vacant launch times and the craft availability for each is displayed.
3. Click on your preferred launch time to get a booking form.
4. Add the craft you wish to hire to your basket. We will hold your launch slot and craft for 5 minutes to give you time to checkout.

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IMPORTANT
Paddling Alone: Under the terms of our insurance and licencing we do not allow paddlers out on the water on their own. You must be accompanied by at least one other person.
Lone paddlers are very welcome to join our guided trails or sign up for our paddling lessons.
Adult Groups: Groups of 6 adults or more may need to provide a damage deposit as part of their booking. A member of our staff will contact you once a booking is made to confirm if this is the case. Alternatively, if you would like to know prior to making your booking whether you would be required to pay a damage deposit, please contact us at info@thecanoeman.com.
Minimum Age: At least one of your party must be 18 or over.
Aylsham one-way - Aylsham - Coltishall (5 hrs)
Option Price
2 Person Canoe
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2 adults or 1 adult and 1 child Max weight 225kg/36st
£90.00
3 Person/Family Canoe
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3 adults or 2 adults and up to 2 small children (suggested up 10 years old). Max weight 225kg/36st
£100.00
Dog
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Have your dog(s) join you on the water! Cost is per dog. If camping with us, dogs must be kept on the lead at the campsite.
£10.00
Aylsham one-way - Aylsham - Wroxham (8 hrs)
Option Price
2 Person Canoe
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2 adults or 1 adult and 1 child Max weight 225kg/36st
£100.00
3 Person/Family Canoe
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3 adults or 2 adults and up to 2 small children (suggested up 10 years old). Max weight 225kg/36st
£110.00
Dog
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Have your dog(s) join you on the water! Cost is per dog. If camping with us, dogs must be kept on the lead at the campsite.
£10.00