four people in a canoe/raft on the dordogne

three yellow kayaks at the side of the river

Carennac Aventure Watersports, Carennac

Canoeing, kayaking and hiking along the Dordogne river

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Situated at the foot of Carennac village this watersports centre offers more than just fun on the water! They offer three main activities; canoeing or kayaking, group canoeing with up to six people in the same boat, and adventure trekking with overnight camping out in the wild.

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.

Who should go

This is the perfect family activity and equally as fun for a group of friends. You do not need to have previous knowledge or experience of canoeing and kayaking in order to take part.