The 6 Best Kayaking & Canoeing in Norfolk, England

April 11, 2022 Layne Dawes

A holiday in Norfolk is not a glamorous break. While the Norfolk Broads of East Anglia are a beautiful part of the UK, they represent a relaxing rural getaway rather than a high-powered city-break. Although its reputation is mostly rural, with people associating the county mostly with the wetlands of the Norfolk Broads, there are also towns such as Norwich and King's Lynn to visit, both of which provide shopping opportunities, nightlife and entertainment. Norfolk also contains a large stretch of coastline, and seaside destinations such as Cromer and Great Yearmouth mean there are great beaches to be found as well. Many areas of the Norfolk Broads and the coastal region are sites of outstanding natural beauty, and are also protected as bird reserves, so take a pair of binoculars on holiday. There are also popular wildlife attractions such as Banham Zoo, with a great collection of big cats, and Great Yarmouth's Sea Life Centre, one of the biggest of its kind in the country, complete with tropical sharks and conger eels. And of course, if any of your family are interested in boating, you'll need to rent a boat and explore the waterways of the Broads themselves!


Restaurants in Norfolk

1. Hunstanton Kayaks

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5.0 based on 68 reviews

Hunstanton Kayaks

Sit on top kayaks for hire, single or doubles available. We also have wetsuits available. We also run guided tours around the many sandbanks in the wash just off the coast here at Hunstanton. It is a fantastic place to bring the family and enjoy the beautiful sunsets that we have. you may also see some of the many seals that live and breed in the wash.

2. Pub and Paddle

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5.0 based on 241 reviews

Pub and Paddle

Pub and Paddle is a fun an unusual canoe hire experience in Norwich. We create that back to nature feeling right here 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 everyone All of our canoe rentals begin in the centre of Norwich at our Elm Hill Quay pontoon, next to The Ribs of Beef pub on Fye Bridge. You can take your time learning how to paddle and get the canoe moving. This will not take you long – our beautiful wooden canoes easily glide across the water and are very stable! Even those of you who have grown up in Norwich will be amazed at the unique feeling you get from paddling through our fine city. Being on the water is a great way to see Norwich! It is only a short distance before the river opens up to some beautiful countryside where you can take a well-earned rest in a choice of riverside pubs.

3. Norfolk Outdoor Adventures

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5.0 based on 20 reviews

Norfolk Outdoor Adventures

Norfolk Outdoor Adventures specialises in offering high quality guided tours and instruction in Kayaking and Stand Up Paddle (SUP) around the stunning Norfolk Broads. Not only will you experience the beauty of the Norfolk Broads in a totally unique way, but also gain from the physical and mental benefits that being out in the outdoors and surrounded by nature can bring.

4. Captain Cook Canoes

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5.0 based on 12 reviews

Captain Cook Canoes

I'm Sam and I have a great passion for river kayaking. I have lived beside the Waveney River in Norfolk for the majority of my life and this secluded and picturesque spot provides a great way to reconnect with nature and explore your inner self. The experience is exciting and quite surreal, fantastic for a family day trip. I'm excited to share this experience with many customers at Captain Cook Canoes.

5. Thorpe Island Boats

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5.0 based on 26 reviews

Thorpe Island Boats

6. TheCanoeMan

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4.5 based on 166 reviews

TheCanoeMan

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