Trip Summary
Experience Scotland's iconic routes with our exhilarating five-day canoe trip. Our team of experts will take you beyond standard paddling and help you develop traditional canoeing skills in a real-world environment, ensuring an unforgettable journey.
We'll embark on a thrilling journey down the Rannoch system to the River Tay from Loch Bà, with our team guiding and supporting you every step.
During the trip, you will have the time of your life and the chance to earn British Canoeing Multi-Day Touring, Open Water Touring, and Canoe Progressive awards. Plus, you'll gain valuable experience on your pathway to Open Water and White Water Open Canoe and advanced leader awards. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to explore Scotland's beautiful waterways.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Loch Ba to Loch Eigheach
We start our crossing from the A82, heading East across Loch Ba on to Loch Laidon and catching the Garbh Ghaoir. Enjoy views down to Rannoch Station as you begin your journey.
Day 2 - Loch Eigheach to Dunalistair Water
We seek out the River Gaur after our nights camp where more challenging water and rapids will change the nature of the days canoeing. We then travel onto Loch Rannoch and onwards to the man made reservoir Dunalistair Water for our next camp.
Day 3 - Dunalistair Water to Loch Tummel
Beautiful Highland lochs and steep, technical rivers will keep us occupied on today's paddle as we move East to Loch Tummel.
Day 4 - Loch Tummel to Loch Faskally
The breathtaking Loch Tummel will give way to the river as we negotiate more rapids and camp on the beautiful Loch Faskally.
Day 5 - Loch Faskally to Ballinluig
The final day of the crossing and a chance to reflect on an awe-inspiring journey
*This is our ideal itinerary however it may change when we're on the go as we'll work with the weather and pick campsites best suited to us on each day.
Do you need to be a pro boater?
No, it’s called a Learning Journey because learning is a big part of our trip. So, what level do you need to be?
Living in the outdoors?
Firstly, you’ll need to be comfortable spending extended time outside the elements.
Scotland is famous for having all seasons in one day, but more often than not, it's cold and damp, so you’ll need to be content spending time in that and taking anything else as a bonus.
Padding skill?
We’ll be on the river (where we will be paddling class/grade 2/3 and working through bigger stuff) and loch (up to F4), so it would be great to have spent some time in those environments before that. Having brain space for learning and not just surviving is always lovely!
Solo vs tandem?
Our Learning Journeys are focused on solo paddlers; however, if you and your tandem partner want to participate, contact us, and we'll devise a plan for you.
2025 Departure Dates
Dates not suit?
Don't stress! It's great if you're part of a group or want to do this trip 1:1.
Email us at hello@cagadventures.com, and we will see what we can do.
What's Included?
✓ Highly experienced & qualified coach
✓ Transport - to and from start location
✓ PFDs/buoyancy aids, helmets
✓ Canoes & paddles
✓ Waterproof storage, 60ltr barrels per person
✓ Group shelter
✓ First Aid kit
✓ Photos from your adventure
✓ Camping stoves, tea, coffe etc
✓ Fresh food, from first lunch till lunch on the last day
✓ Cutlery, bowls & plates
✓ Tents 2 or 3 man
What's not Included?
✗ Trip Insurance
✗ Personal Expenses
✗ Accommodation