Kayaking down Dublin's Grand Canal

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From 1 hr 30 min to 2.5 hrs
Everybody welcome
From 3 years-old and up
From€20€16
-20%

Come see a completely different side of Dublin during this kayaking adventure down the Grand Canal!

Experience Dublin from a completely new perspective as you kayak down the Grand Canal!

Dublin’s Grand Canal was designed to connect Ireland’s capital city westwards, through the midlands, with the River Shannon. Construction began in 1757 and was completed as far as the River Shannon in 1804, making the canal a historic and important part of the city. What better way to discover Dublin than by coasting along its waters! Whether you are a visitor looking for a fun way to explore the city, or a Dublin local yearning for an easy way to connect to nature – kayaking down Dublin’s Grand Canal is the perfect activity for you!

Your self-guided kayak tour down Dublin’s Grand Canal will cover around 5.5km round trip and take one to two hours depending on how long you want to stay out on the water. As you kayak from Portobello Road Harbour to Inichore and back, you will get to experience the peaceful atmosphere of water and nature whilst simultaneously floating through a cityscape, including six open bridges.

This Dublin kayaking adventure is great for experienced kayakers and beginners alike – you will be provided with all necessary instruction, equipment, and safety regulations to follow before you head out to the water! The kayaks themselves are high quality and extremely durable, and you will have the option to choose either a single or double kayak for your canal tour. The Extreme Time Off kayaking base also has facilities for you to change and leave your city clothes behind so that you can head straight from town to the water, and back again – completely fuss free!

Book your Dublin kayaking session now for a great way to see another side of Ireland’s beautiful capital city from the water!

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Single Kayak | 1 hour

1 hr 30 min
From€20€16
-20%

Single Kayak | 2 hours

2.5 hrs
From€35€28
-20%

Double Kayak | 1 hour

1 hr 30 min
From€35€28
-20%

Double Kayak | 2 hours

2.5 hrs
From€60€48
-20%

Practical information

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Meeting point:
Corner of Portobello Harbour Rd and Lennox place: 8 Lennox Pl, Saint Kevin's, Dublin 8, D08 V3F9, Ireland
Spoken languages:English

Reviews

Average rating

4.7/5

(9)
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John R., Ireland — 16/07/2021
5/5
It was a bit of a miserable day. But we only got rained on for the last 10 minutes. It was just lovely paddling along the canal. Nice and relaxing. My 10 and 12 yr old kids loved it. Would highly recommend. 2 men are very helpful and obliging
Elena S., Ireland — 12/07/2021
5/5
1 hour was plenty enough to enjoy Kayaking. Did get a bit tiring when tried to race but that was just a bit of fun, would def do it again!
Maya K., Ireland — 30/07/2023
3/5
Was good. Just wish the weather was better. The people who were also kayaking could've been friendlier. I kayaked with my friend but we felt Irish just were cliquish and didn't seem to want to talk to us.
Paul J., Ireland — 31/07/2023
5/5
Great fun.
Vini B., Ireland — 03/07/2023
5/5
Very good

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