Kayaking with the Seals

• About the Break
• What's Included?
• Itinerary
• Accommodation
• Travel
• Reviews

• About the Break

  This weekend gives you a unique opportunity to explore the rugged shores, sandy beaches and outstanding wildlife of the North Wales coastline, one of the top sea kayaking destinations in the UK.

  You will be looked after by our expert team from our centre base which is brilliantly situated in 169 acres of park and estate land bordering the Menai Straits on the Isle of Anglesey, with its own private dock and just a 5 minute drive from the hotel.
  This weekend is aimed at complete beginners, so don’t worry if you have never kayaked before. However you need to be comfortable and confident around water and you should also be reasonably fit.

  This weekend is designed to give you an introduction to kayaking and what it’s all about. Our highly skilled guides and coaches will teach you the basic knowledge and kayak handling skills specific to the sea.
  The exact programme will depend on weather and sea conditions, but you should expect a practical weekend, with the emphasis on mastering the basics and going on a journey to explore the beautiful North Wales coastline.
  Each day your instructors will meet you at the hotel at 9.15am. You will return from a full day of activity at around 5pm.

  The centre has a fleet of stable, user-friendly kayaks you can try out during the weekend. When you book we will send you a list of what you should bring with you. Dringo Adventure will supply all technical equipment and kayaking clothing. However, if you already have your own, then do bring it.
  If you enjoy open spaces, salt air and getting close to nature, you’re going to love kayaking on the sea! And there is always the chance of kayaking along with some seals, in their natural habitat.
  

• What's Included?

  • 2 nights accommodation at the Victoria Hotel in Menai Bridge
  • 2 breakfasts with choice of continental and full Welsh breakfast
  • Packed lunches every day
  • 2 full days of kayaking
  • all specialist equipment
  • Transfers to activity venues
  • Pick-up (if required) from Bangor station
  • Experienced and fully qualified instructors
  • First aid cover
  • Digital photos of the weekend (put on a special website for you to access)
  • 15% discount vouchers at Cotswold Outdoors

• Itinerary & What to Bring

  Friday 04 June

  • 2:00pm: Make your way to The Victoira Hotel, Menai Bridge, North Wales. Check in from 2pm onwards
  • 7:30pm: Drinks, welcome briefing and introductions in hotel bar
  • 8:00pm: Dinner in hotel

  Saturday 05 June

  • 7:30am onwards: Breakfast at hotel
  • 9:15am: Meet for Kayaking. Transport from hotel to the Centre
  • 12:30pm: Lunch stop, packed lunch provided
  • 1:15pm: Continue with Kayaking
  • 5:30pm: Transfer back to hotel
  • 7:30pm: Dinner in hotel and drinks afterwards in the hotel bar

  Sunday 06 June

  • 7:30am onwards: Breakfast at the hotel
  • 9:15am: Meet for Kayaking. Transport from Menai Bridge to the start of the day's journey
  • 12:30pm: Lunch stop, packed lunch provided
  • 1:15pm: Continue with day's journey
  • 4.30pm: Transfer back to hotel. Farewells. Guests depart

  What should I bring?

  Please remember to bring the following clothing and equipment with you.

  • Sturdy trainers or hiking boots (boots essential for hill walking)
  • For the Gorge Scrambling or Coasteering you need to bring a complete change of clothes and shoes
  • Waterproof jacket and over trousers (these don't have to be expensive breathable types)
  • Warm outdoor clothing (fleeces, jumpers, tracksuit / jogging bottoms / leggings), even in the summer
  • Warm hat and gloves, even in the summer
  • Rucksack for your daily use (20 - 30 litres)
  • Rucksack liner (bin liner)
  • Water bottle
  • Flask, if you want a hot drink during the day
  • Small first aid kit

• Accommodation

  The Victoria Hotel is situated in a picturesque setting in the town of Menai Bridge on the Isle of Anglesey. On the water’s edge of the beautiful Menai Straits, the hotel offers panoramic views of the Snowdonia mountains and is three miles from the University City of Bangor and fifteen minutes from Snowdon.
  
  The hotel boasts two bar areas, a lounge with an open fire, plenty of space for socialising and a large dining area with lovely views. All rooms are ensuite with good showers and plenty of hot water! The hotel is within walking distance of various pubs and shops.

  You will share a room with one other group member of the same gender or you can choose to pay a supplement for a single room.
  

• Travel

  Drive to Menai Bridge or take the train to Bangor (3 miles from the hotel) where we offer a pick you up at certain times, free of charge.

  Menai Bridge is well connected to the UK’s road network via North Wales’s A55 coastal expressway which links to the M6 and the A5 from the M54. The drive to Menai Bridge takes around 4½ hours from London, about 2 hours from Birmingham or Manchester or considerably less from Liverpool or Chester.

  For route details see http://www.theaa.com/travel

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