1 / 3The Adventure Cave
đ Sale, North West
Canal kayaking on the Sale waterway with expert guides who specialise in coaxing reluctant children onto the water. Two-hour family paddle sessions run in all weather.
We had a lovely paddle on the canal this afternoon. Great lockdown fun, even in the winter! The man who runs it was so helpful with persuading our little one to go out in the boat too! Kayaking on the canal in Sale sounds like a strange idea, but we had a great time. Definitely one to try, especially those with kids. The two canoes tied together in to a raft is unflippable. We will definitely do it again soon!
đ Family Action Verdict
Best for adventurous families wanting an outdoor activity that holds up in any season. The raft setup suits children who are nervous about boats, and the knowledgeable team earns strong trust from parents. Families with scouts or guide groups will find this a natural fit alongside those simply after a memorable weekend paddle.
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David M
5 years ago
âWe had a lovely paddle on the canal this afternoon. Great lockdown fun, even in the winter! The man who runs it was so helpful with persuading our little one to go out in the boat too! Kayaking on the canal in Sale sounds like a strange idea, but we had a great time. Definitely one to try, especially those with kids. The two canoes tied together in to a raft is unflippable. We will definitely do it again soon!â
Glenn Rees
3 years ago
âAmazing staff,friendly and reassuring us with good instruction we took our family out for a two hour paddle and came across lots of wildlife for the kids to spot highly recommended to othersâ
Paula Maguire
5 years ago
âFANTASTIC afternoon had on the canal despite the weather ! Abs hurt from laughing. An absolute asset to Sale. Keep up the good work. đ¤Ŗđ¤Ŗđ¤ŖđŖââī¸â
Jonathan Allerton
6 years ago
âGlenn and the team at the adventure cave offer outstanding experiences for young people, families, scout and guide groups etcâ
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Overview
The Adventure Cave runs two-hour family kayaking sessions on the Sale canal. Canoes can be lashed together as stable rafts, making the experience accessible for young or nervous paddlers. Staff are known for patient, encouraging instruction. Sessions continue in cold and wet conditions, and families regularly spot wildlife along the canal route.
