Duckies
Duckies are like inflatable canoes, seating two or three people and can be paddled with a canoe or kayak paddle. They sit close to the water and self bail so no need to keep emptying. They are very stable but in the event of capsizing they are easy to climb back into without having to go ashore.
Because of the size of a ducky you sit much closer to the water so waves and stoppers feel much bigger and the whole experience is more like being in the water rather than on the water. Ducky trips with active are available throughout Scotland. Our most popular are the Aviemore ducky trips on the River Findhorn & River Spey in the Cairngorms National Park. In Perthshire we have duckying on the River Tay and in South West Scotland we ducky on the River Doon & River Nith.
Duckies are great fun for everyone; families and youth groups can enjoy the bounce and splash offered on grade 2 river trips while adult groups such as stag and hen parties may opt for the exhilarating experience of the Grade 3 waters of the river Findhorn or the River Nith. No previous experience is required.
Active offer Ducky trips in Scotland all year round although river conditions can vary with the seasons. The conditions are generally pleasant in Summer and higher water levels are generally experienced more in Spring & Autumn. This is a great way to try a variety of adventurous activities.
Weekend Breaks & activity holidays are based at Craigower Lodge in Newtonmore or at one of our partner hotels or hostels in the Cairngorms National Park or elsewhere in Scotland. We can even come to you if you have a large group and are not based nearby.
| Prices | Adult Day | Child Day |
|---|---|---|
| Duckies | £55 | £28 |
| Full Summer Activity Days Price List | ||
Family Deal! - Book 1 activity day & children go free on day 2
| Name | Duration | Notes | Grade | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| River Findhorn | Available all year round | 3 | |||
| River Spey | Available all year round | 3 | |||
| River Garry | Aviemore & Cairngorms | 3 | |||
| River Dee | Aviemore & Cairngorms | 2-3 | |||
| River Tay (Grandtully) | Perthshire & Central Scotland | 2-3 | |||
| River Doon | Glasgow & South West Scotland | 2-3 | |||
| River Nith | Glasgow & South West Scotland | 3-4 |
Weekend Options
Why not make a weekend of it on one of our multi-activity breaks for Youth Groups, Family Groups or Stag and Hen parties. This is a great way to try a variety of adventurous activities.
Weekends & activity holidays are normally based at Craigower Lodge in Newtonmore or at one of our partner hotels or hostels in the Cairngorms National Park or elsewhere in Scotland. We can even come to you if you have a large group and are not based nearby.
