Kayaking from Budock Vean

Kayaking the Helford River

Kayaking the Helford River

This 2 hour adventure with Koru Kayaking runs from April to October from our private cove. Heading towards Helford Passage, passing sailing boats and ancient oak forests which are designated as Atlantic Temperate Rainforest (a much rarer landscape than tropical rainforest). Paddle across the river to Frenchman's Creek, the inspiration for Daphne du Maurier's novel. The serene surroundings on calm waters are amazing with shipwrecks and secluded beaches. On sunny days there is an opportunity to swim in the soft waters of the creek, before paddling back to Budock Vean.

Kayaking in Cornwall | Budock Vean Hotel
Kayaking in Cornwall | Budock Vean Hotel

Safety First

Safety First

Your guide will go through a detailed safety briefing and a health questionnaire. Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian and the guide will determine whether the sea conditions are suitable.  Koru use Malibu 2XL Ocean Kayaks, which are sit-on kayaks. Buoyancy aids, and wetsuits are provided.

What should I bring?

What should I bring?
Please bring your own water bottle. The guide will take a camera on the adventure and we recommend you only bring your phone if you have a waterproof case and at you own risk.
Kayaking in Cornwall | Budock Vean Hotel
Fire Pit | Foreshore Event | Budock Vean | Cornwall

Helford Hightide Gatherings

Helford Hightide Gatherings

High tides and warm summer nights are a match made in heaven for us here on the Helford. 

During the summer we combine the two to cook up a series of special early evening gatherings down at our foreshore. You can explore the river on a boat trip, a SUP or kayak adventure then sit back with a drink and pizza as you watch the tide slowly drop. We have the fire lit and the beers chilled.

Helford Hightide Gatherings 2024

Tuesday 4th June
Friday 5th July
Saturday 20th July
Thursday 1st Aug
Saturday 17th Aug
Friday 30th Aug

BOOK YOUR TRIP

Guided Kayak Adventure Pricing

Guided Kayak Adventure Pricing

Price includes:

2 hour kayak adventure for up to 6 people 
Tour guide
Wetsuit and buoyancy aid
Instruction and safety briefing

£50 per person

Some photos from your trip may be loaded to Facebook/Twitter/Instagram, but only with your permission. USB memory sticks with photos of your trip are available for purchase or can share an online folder with customers as an alternative to a USB stick. 

Pre-booking essential to avoid disappointment - call 07794321827