A 6 km canoe trip down the River Deva from Unquera
Highlights
- Navigate at your own pace for up to 3 hours on the fun-filled waters of the Deva River.
- It runs for 6 km from Unquera surrounded by wildlife and natural landscapes.
- Enjoy with friends or family from the age of 4 years combining currents and splashes.
Activity available in
Why Freedome
Cancelación gratuita
Te devolvemos el dinero, pero nos da pena que te pierdas el planazo.
Precio mínimo garantizado
El mismo precio que reservando directamente. Sin comisiones.
Operadore de confianza
Si no nos fiamos de ellos, no te los recomendaremos a tí.
Asistencia los 7 días
Estamos aqui para ayudarte. Prometemos no hacerte ghosting.
Full description
Sometimes, all you need is to hop into a canoe, let the current of the River Deva carry you along, and enjoy a leisurely 2½ to 3-hour trip from Unquera.
A fantastic, active outing, ideal for families or friends aged 4 and over. You’ll paddle along a 6-kilometre stretch entirely at your own pace, combining short bursts of excitement in the rapids with stops to swim, sunbathe or spot herons and friendly otters.
What we will do
We’ll meet 15 minutes before the departure time at the meeting point in Unquera, Cantabria, to make the necessary preparations. Here we will be given all the necessary equipment — the canoe, paddles and life jacket — and we will be briefed on the basics of the self-guided route so that we can enjoy it in complete safety. Once ready, we’ll board the organisers’ van for a comfortable 15–20-minute transfer to the starting point on the river.
We’ll begin our free-flowing descent down the River Deva, covering a 6-kilometre stretch that marks the geographical boundary between Cantabria and Asturias. As this is an unguided activity, we’ll be the ones deciding the pace of the trip. We’ll pass through sections with a current that will add a touch of excitement to the journey, alternating with stretches of calm water ideal for relaxing, taking in the surroundings and keeping an eye out for birds such as herons, ducks or even the elusive otter.
We’ll make the most of the trip by stopping off, taking a dip in the calmest parts of the river or simply relaxing in the sunshine. At the end of the route, the van will pick us up to take us back to base in a journey of just 5 minutes. There we can get changed in comfort and enjoy a refreshing hot shower, rounding off a perfect experience lasting between two and a half and three hours in total.
Who it is aimed at
This activity is suitable for beginners. No high level of fitness is required, and there are no weight or height restrictions.
The minimum age to take part is 4 years old, and children must always be accompanied by an adult in the boat.
Young people aged 13 and over can paddle alone in their own canoe, whilst those aged 17 and over will only need a signed consent form from their parents.
You do not need to know how to swim to enjoy the trip, although the use of a life jacket is compulsory.
For safety reasons, the activity is not permitted for pregnant women.
It is accessible to people with reduced mobility, although we ask that you contact us in advance so that we can adapt the logistics for getting into the kayak.
Other information
The descent is available every day of the year.
To confirm the group activity, a minimum of 6 participants is required in total.
The facilities offer free parking, as well as changing rooms and hot showers.
We do not recommend travelling by public transport.
Those accompanying you who are not taking part in the activity can wait comfortably at the base whilst enjoying the surroundings.
Pets are allowed in the canoes, provided your dog is used to the water, remains calm during the trip and does not disturb the other participants.
Recommended clothing
- Swimwear and a comfortable T-shirt that can get wet.
- Aquatic footwear (booties or trainers)
Don't forget to bring
- Towel
- Change of clothes
- Sun protection
- Sunglasses (preferably with drawstring)
What is included
How it works
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Send a booking request
We will only pre-authorise the payment
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Receive confirmation within 48 hours
In case of confirmation, you will be charged the cost of the activity
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
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Buy a gift voucher
Valid for 12 months from the date of issue. You will receive it by email, in pdf format.
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Choose your preferred date
Contact the guide at the contact details on the voucher and arrange a day for the activity.
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
Meeting point
Unquera, Cantabria
Frequently asked questions
What happens in case of bad weather?
If you have made a fixed date reservation and the weather conditions are not suitable for carrying out the activity safely (according to the expert opinion of the guide), you will be refunded the full amount paid. The guide may suggest an alternative date or time for the activity. You are free to choose whether or not to accept these suggestions. If you are unable to reschedule, we will proceed with a full refund! If you have set the date of your Gift Voucher and bad weather has prevented the activity from taking place, the Voucher remains valid until the expiry date indicated on it.
If I cancel the reservation, can I get a full refund?
For this activity, the cancellation policy is last minute. You get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours from the activity start. You can find the full policies in the Cancellation Policy section.
What payment methods do you accept?
On Freedome, you can pay with any rechargeable credit card or prepaid card (including Postepay) from Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB networks. We also accept debit cards enabled for online payments. You can also use the digital wallets Apple Pay and Google Pay.
