Canoe Trip Over the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct
Overview
This is a 2 hour, instructor led by a qualified and experienced instructor.
Paddle through a UNESCO World Heritage site, taking in the stunning Welsh countryside views!
307m long and 38m high, the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct is the tallest aqueduct in the world.
Perfect for couple, families, friend groups and anyone wanting to see the Dee Valley from a unique view point!
Dogs welcome too!
MINIMUM AGE 6+
Any under 18s, please let us know how old they are!
What's Included
- Paddles
- Canoe
- Buoyancy Aids
Meeting Location
Canal Terrace
Canal Side, Froncysyllte, Llangollen LL20 7RE, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
In this guided session, you will spend 2 hours with one of our instructors paddling along the Llangollen canal, surrounded by the beautiful Welsh countryside.
Led by a qualified and experienced instructor, who has a genuine passion for the sport, you will canoe over the tallest aqueduct in the world - The Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. We will start the session by teaching you the basics of how to paddle a canoe, and give you some more helpful tips along the way.
This can be a relaxing journey through a UNESCO World Heritage site, taking in the scenery, or it can be full of games, races, and learning. The perfect session for everyone, even your dog.
MINIMUM AGE 6+
Any under 18s, please let us know how old they are!
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (12)
Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-215383P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (12)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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The maximum weight capacity for kayaking is 340 lbs / 154 kg.
Nov 2021No experience is necessary! Beginners are welcome on all of our kayak tours. Most of our guests have never been in a sea kayak before. Anyone in average physical condition may join a kayak tour. If you can hike or bike, you can paddle our sea kayaks. You do not need any swimming skills either.
The only prerequisite is a healthy spirit of curiosity and adventure.
Regardless of age or skill level you will find that our expeditions offer enough flexibility to make your experience with us safe and rewarding. We will show you proper sea kayaking technique and water safety before leaving the beach. And your expert guides will be with you throughout the adventure to give you pointers and improve your skills.
Sep 2022Your safety is City Balloon Tours’s number one concern. In general, sea kayaking is safer than most other outdoor pursuits, even bicycling.
Jan 2023If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Paddles.
- Canoe.
- Buoyancy Aids.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Canoe Trip Over the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Canoe Trip Over the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Paddles
- Canoe
- Buoyancy Aids
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
