Watersports in Dordogne — 8 of Our Favourites

You will be taken upstream by minibus and can then paddle downstream at your own pace until you get back to our CANOËric base. Or alternatively you can start from the base and paddle downstream, to be picked up at a later point. You can take all the time you want, feel free to stop for a picnic or a swim at your leisure. They will offer a variety of timetable and ideas for you to choose from but ultimately this is a trip to take at your own pace.

There is also the option to canoe on the Dordogne, although advance booking is necessary and a minimum of three canoes are required.

The venue offer plenty of parking, a picnic area by the river and free toilet facilities. To complete a pleasant day, the snack bar offers a wide range of drinks and meals, along with stunning views of the river.

The team at Canoes Loisirs speak English and can provide continuous departures from 09:00 to 17:00 every day of the week.

This company also offer a variety of other activities for you to further enjoy and explore the Dordogne. Activities include horse riding, climbing, hiking, caving, archery and mountain biking. You should contact them directly if you want to know more about any of these activities. You can do so using the enquiry link on this page.

The 7 canoeing and kayaking itineraries that they propose will bring you close to sites which are otherwise inaccessible. They also offer canoeing trips for 2 or 3 days which will give you the chance to explore the 52km between Montignac and Limeuil.

Discover the prestigious sites which stand proudly on the cliffs overlooking the river Dordogne; the castles, the cave dwellings, prehistoric caves and beautiful natural environments. You will find many small beaches along the way that are easily accessible, perfect for a quick swim or perhaps a leisurely picnic.

They offer several different itineraries for you to enjoy, in varying lengths. The instructors will advise you on the best spots to stop and the sights to check out along the route.

There are various itineraries available for you to follow that take you past some of the regions most fascinating chateaux and into the depths of the Dordogne countryside. They have canoes that will take from 2 to 10 people. As well as hiring the canoe and exploring on your own, it is also possible to hire a canoe with a guide who can take you on guided tour of the area.

As well as canoeing this company can arrange other group activities such as climbing, mountain biking and rafting. Please contact them directly to find out more.

Specialising in adventure this company will help you make the most of your holiday by tree climbing, via ferrata, climbing, paddle boarding and canoeing. A great way to experience nature and discover the flora and fauna of the region.

Canoeing/kayaking - travel from 10 to 25 kilometres down the river Dordogne in a canoe or kayak, choosing from three different routes and varying from a morning, an afternoon or an entire day out on the water.

Canoraft - These specialist canoes are built for 4, 5 or 6 people so that you can enjoy your adventure with friends or family. Again choosing between a variety of routes, you can explore the region together.

Adventure Trekking - combine canoeing with trekking and camping with this special itinerary. You will be supplied with a complete kit of tent, lights, stove, dishes etc, in your 'Scout' canoe so that you can camp in comfort. Various itineraries are available for between 2 and 6 days.

Open daily from 10:00-18:00.

There are various canoes and kayaks for hire from single person to family size. You will be proved with a life jacket or buoyancy aid but it is essential that you know how to swim.