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Kayaking around the Scotland offers endless opportunities to see wildlife and spectacular scenery. With several of our staff being keen sea kayakers themselves we can give you all the advice you might need on great venues for day trips, or some inside knowledge on bothies and wild camping spots for those of you wanting to go for a multi-day trip. We're probably the largest canoe and kayak hire operator in the Highlands, with a large fleet of boats available for individuals, small groups and events. With a flexible shuttle service and comprehensive outfitting service we should be your first port of call. Our kayaks are all single boats and are a mixture of P&H Capellas and Easkies (sea kayaks and tourers). However we also have some tandem sit on tops (SOTs) providing another alternative to consider. Before hiring our sea or touring kayaks from us we require that you have some relevant experience for the trip you plan to undertake. We do not offer sea or touring kayak hire to complete novices. So for example, if you plan to take boats on the open sea, you should have the relevant experience to suit the conditions. However, we are much happier hiring our tandem SOTs to novices, as long as you use them responsibly and don't attempt anything outwith your comfort zone. Acceptance of risk: By signing our equipment hire agreement, you explicitly accept that all members of your party are competent to use the hire equipment unsupervised. If you have any doubt about the competence of the group, you should book a Boots N Paddles' guide to accompany you and look after the safety of the group. You and members of your group use this equipment entirely at your own risk. We charge £35 per boat for a single day, or £25 per boat for two days or more. (The price of hire includes paddles, bouyancy aids & spraydecks) Additional equipment that you might need: You may not have your own, or you may not be able to bring it to the Highlands with you, so we can provide the following equipment for you should you need it:
You can pick the kayak(s) up from our equipment store outside Inverness (click here to find us), or for an additional charge, we can deliver them to you. If you wish to be picked up after a multi-day adventure, we can quote for that too. We can pick you up from the airport, provide camping equipment, take you to the supermarket for provisions and then drop you off along with the kayaks at your preferred starting point. The permutations are endless. Contact us for a shuttle quote. Ultimately, the decision about where to go will be yours depending on your level of competence, experience and objectives, however, here are a few ideas for you to consider: Great Glen canoe & kayak trail
If you don't feel you have the experience or time to organise your own trip, why not join one of our guided Great Glen expeditions...find out more Apply for your British Waterways licence online Great Glen Canoe Guide Great Glen canoe guide Information required by the Coastguard if paddling on Loch Lochy or Loch Ness Camping information
Fort George and Chanonry Point A fine short trip for an evening kayaking after work or a half day paddle. Chanonry Point is known to many locals as the place to visit if you want a good chance of seeing the resident dolphins. Fort George is an impressive fortification that is still used by the military. Cummingston to Covesea
A trip for a sunny evening so that the sun will be shining on the superbly coloured sandstone cliffs. Countless sea birds to be seen on this part of the coastline that is also popular with climbers and fishermen. This area is also a Site of Special Scientific Interest [SSSI] due to the dinosaur footprints that can be found in the bedding planes of the sandstone. Sunset over the Summer Isles This is a sea kayaker's paradise offering islands, coastlines and wildlife in abundance. With no significant tidal concerns and relatively sheltered waters, this is a great place to spend some time. This area provides potential for far more than just a single day out paddling. We can also offer kayaking instruction for those who would like a few pointers before setting out on their own. Whether you're a school or youth group, a family or a bunch of mates wanting to try something new, we can help. Our experienced instructors will ensure you get the most out of a coaching session tailoring it to your needs. Alternatively, if you've already got some experience but want to tackle an expedition that's perhaps just beyond your abilities, we can organise and lead a sea kayak expedition for you; whether it's on the stunning West Coast of Scotland or from one end of the Great Glen to the other. Get in touch to see how we can help you?
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| Last Updated on Thursday, 26 January 2012 11:36 |
The route from Fort William in the west to Inverness in the east is known as the Great Glen. A series of canals, rivers and lochs allow a kayaker to paddle some 60 miles through stunning highland scenery. It generally takes between 3 and 5 days to cover the whole route depending on the size of the group, weather, fitness levels and experience. It also depends on how much you want to enjoy the surroundings and Highland hospitality as you go, or to race to the finish. 
