Looking for a great day out on the Norfolk Broads where you can get up close and personal to the wildlife then why not consider going Canoeing in Norfolk.
There are some great Places to Hire a Canoe from, with a choice of half day and full day hire, it’s a great family activity.
Where Can I Go Canoeing in Norfolk
Banks Boats and Canoe Hire
Staithe Cottage, Norwich NR12 9LN
Banks Boats and Canoe Hire has been offering canoe hire services on the Norfolk Broads for over 30 years.
The activities and services are available for all customers, whatever the age or ability, with everything you need for some time on the water included within the package.
In fact the company’s dedication to safety and customer satisfaction has found them a favourite amongst canoe hire places in the area.
They provide equipment demonstration and as much as help and support that you need in order to enjoy your adventure to the maximum.
Banks Boats stress that all of the equipment that they hire is regularly inspected and serviced to maintain high standards.
A full safety induction is given before all rentals to ensure complete peace of mind for everyone going out for some fun on the water.
As you paddle away from the Bank Boats Headquarters you have the choice to turn left or right.
Going left takes you under Wayford Bridge, and onto a scenic and tranquil canal network which offers some of the best opportunities to observe birds and nature that the Norfolk Broads has to offer.
Choosing to turn right will take you along one of the most popular networks of the Norfolk Broads, which offers an array of mills and traditional styled buildings to admire.
Barnes Brinkcraft
Riverside Road, Wroxham, Norwich NR12 8UD
Canoeing allows near-silent exploration. You can paddle down miles of quiet, undisturbed dyke’s & waterways. often seeing some of the Broads best-kept secrets.
Look out for Swallow Tail Butterflies, Kingfishers and Otters. Available for a half-day or full days hire (10 am-4 pm). Barnes Brinkcraft base a half-day on 3 hours and a full day on 6 hours, all canoes need to be back by 4 pm.
The Canoe Man
Station Rd, Hoveton, Norwich NR12 8UR
At The CanoeMan, they have a wide variety of canoe-based adventure activities that are suitable for all ages and abilities. One of the most popular trips is the scenic River Wensum City Trail.
The River Wensum City Trail starts in Norfolk’s city of Norwich. It takes you through the countryside and through the past industrial areas of the region. This is a unique opportunity for people to get a deeper understanding of the region’s history.
The CanoeMan also offer various nature-oriented courses that are suitable for everyone. If you decide that you would like to immerse yourself in the Norfolk countryside, then perhaps consider a full weekend of Canoe Camping.
You can spend the entire weekend relaxing on the banks of one of East Anglia’s most peaceful rivers.
These weekend breaks are not only fun, but also educational too and the ideal chance to truly reconnect with nature.
Herbert Woods Canoe Hire
Bridge Road, Potter Heigham, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR29 5JF
There is no better way to discover the Norfolk Broads than by canoe or kayak. Paddle silently along the tributaries and backwaters that cannot be accessed by motor cruiser and get up close to the wildlife along the river.
Take out a Canadian canoe, which can seat up to three people and are large enough to store lots of equipment, ideal for full or half days.
Norfolk Outdoor Adventures
Staithe Rd, Hickling, Norwich NR12 0YW
At Norfolk Outdoor Adventures they offer a unique and exciting opportunity to have a go at Outrigger Canoeing!
An Outrigger canoe, or OC, is a beautiful craft that was first invented in the Pacific Islands thousands of years ago. Its smooth and fast performance makes it ideal for most conditions.
Its added security makes it ideal for those who want to go out and experience the water in an adrenaline fuelled fashion!
The Outrigger Canoe (or Va’a) can be a peaceful cruise on the flat but is far more at home on the ocean providing an adrenalin fuelled ‘ocean rush’ for its pilot.
The OC is a fairly simple stroke, but it provides a full body workout!
Pub and Paddle Canoe Hire
Quay, 24 Elm Hill, Wensum St, Norwich NR3 1HY
Pub and Paddle is an exciting and quite unique canoe hire experience in Norwich. Here you can enjoy the joys of the countryside but right in the city centre!
Whether you’re an expert canoeist or have never paddled a canoe before, Pub and Paddle canoe trips are great for all.
You can take your time learning how to paddle and get the canoe moving and then you will be away!
Learning to paddle these stunning wooden canoes won’t take you long at all, as they easily glide across the water and are very stable!
There are many fabulous reviews from local people who have grown up in Norwich yet never experienced the city in such a special way.
It is only a short distance before the river opens up to some beautiful countryside where you can visit the riverside pubs for food, drinks or just a well-earned rest!
Salhouse Broad Canoe Hire
Lower Street, Salhouse NR13 6RX
Take out a canoe or kayak and explore Salhouse Broad.
The Wherry Cut offers a peaceful place to watch wildlife and surround yourself with nature.
See the innovative Salhouse Spit Restoration up-close from a unique angle, or paddle to the Hoveton Great Broad Nature Trail, where you can get out, stretch your legs and discover this real Broadland wilderness.
Or if you’d rather stick to the river you can head towards Horning or Wroxham and even make it as far as Ranworth (you’d need a 6 hour hire).
Sutton Staithe Canoe Hire
Sutton Staithe, Norfolk NR12 9QS
Explore the magic of the Norfolk Broads and hire a Canoe from Sutton Staithe Boatyard.
Based at the end of the beautiful River Ant, you can begin your Canoe hire adventure by exploring the Sutton Broad RSPB Reserve.
The river beyond leads to a choice of routes which take in the picturesque waters of Dilham, Barton Broad and How Hill.
No previous experience is required, and they can offer suggestions so that even the most novice of paddlers will enjoy their time on the water. An easy-to-follow waterproof map is provided to help you find your way.
Canoe and Kayak hire is the perfect way to quietly enjoy the Norfolk Broads whilst taking in the sights of the Broadland wildlife.
Thorpe Island Boats
Thorpe River Green NR7 0HE
At Thorpe Island Boats you can look forward to exploring the beautiful River Yare and Wensum aboard a vessel that has been handcrafted in Norwich!
Thorpe Island Boats offer a variety of different canoe hire options. The stunning handcrafted Canadian Canoes that they offer are made by the talented workers at Thorpe Island.
In addition to the Canadian Canoes they also offer traditional canoes too. There is something suitable for complete beginners through to more experienced paddlers ensuring a fantastic adventure for everyone.
In fact Thorpe Island is the only canoe hire company in Norfolk that offers the super sophisticated wood strip and fibreglass canoes which is exciting for those passionate about the sport.
You can choose from three different routes, each differing in length and of course scenery.
Looking for places to go canoeing in a nearby county, check out Canoeing in Suffolk and Canoeing in Essex.