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Reviews

• Brilliant, highly recommend!

  Emily K,

  Sep 28, 2025

  - Viator

  5.00

  A fantastic way to see the Dordogne river, towns and castles. The operator was really easy to deal with, we picked up the canoes from them and then once finished they drop you back to the starting point. Highly recommend!

• Canoe Hire Dordogne Sept 2025

  David K,

  Sep 20, 2025

  - Viator

  5.00

  We had a great day on the river and this was exactly as described. The scenery was spectacular and we managed to dock en route for lunch easily.

• The company provides all...

  Paul H,

  Jul 30, 2025

  - Viator

  5.00

  The company provides all the kit and you canoe downstream for a couple of hours to their other base, they bring back by bus. Very well organised.

• Canoe Ride down the Dordogne River

  Randal W,

  Jul 21, 2025

  - Viator

  4.00

  Canoeing down the Dordogne River was one of the highlights of our trip to France. The entire experience was peaceful, scenic, and surprisingly easy, even for beginners. The river flows gently, making it perfect for a relaxed paddle while soaking in the beauty of the surrounding countryside. The views were absolutely stunning—from medieval castles perched on cliffs to charming stone villages nestled along the riverbanks. We passed under ancient bridges, alongside limestone cliffs, and through stretches of forest that felt untouched by time. It was like paddling through a living postcard. The rental company made everything simple. They provided a well-kept canoe, safety equipment, a map, and clear instructions. The staff was friendly and helpful, offering suggestions on routes and pointing out the best spots to stop for a picnic or swim. We felt well-prepared and completely at ease. One of the best parts was the freedom to go at our own pace. We stopped for lunch on a small river beach and even had time to explore a nearby village before finishing the route. If you're visiting the Dordogne region, I highly recommend taking a canoe ride. It’s a perfect blend of nature, history, and tranquility—and a truly memorable way to see the heart of the French countryside. If I had to make one suggestion for those considering the amount of time, the 4-castle ride is a solid 5-6 hours of straight canoeing to complete the full length. We stopped at a few snack areas along the way, but there are portions of the river with no current whatsoever and you will need to exert yourself to get down the river. If we did it again, we probably would have chosen to leave at the departure location, rather than being bussed up river for an even longer ride. That would have shorted the ride to about 3 hours of canoeing.

• Wonderful

  veronique e,

  Jul 17, 2025

  - Viator

  5.00

  Wonderful, invigorating and relaxing. Live over the river. The Dordogne is incredibly pure, transparent and clear. A pleasure to swim there and cross the castles.