Whether you need a few weeks away or day trip out with the kids, there’s a variety of options on the River Dart in Devon. Find the perfect place to stay by booking with an agency like Luxury Coastal and find the perfect activity that everyone will enjoy. Choose a beautiful apartment with the wonderful view of the river, or opt for a cottage in the foot of the majestic hills. Plan a trip with your beloved, or a team building excursion for your co-workers. No matter how long you stay, or wherever you are destined, you are sure to have a great time down South!
Weaving a 75-kilometre journey from the hills of Dartmoor National Park to the mouth of the estuary at Dartmouth, the River Dart passes a multitude of beautiful places, towns, and villages. From villages of boutiques and delis to towns of shops and eateries, you’ll find everything you need to have a wonderful holiday in the most iconic area of the county.
Let’s take a look at just a few of the things you can do the make the most of a day out on the River Dart:
Take a guided tour or a taster session in kayaking and explore the hidden gems of the area. Get up close with the wildlife and venture onto the secluded beaches of the coast. With minimal effort, you can glide smoothly over the water and truly relax listening to the gentle ripples of the water against your vessel.
- Test your balance with paddle boarding / SUP-ing
Experience the sport that is taking the world by storm and investigate the area by means of a stand-up paddle boarding. You can choose to rent or purchase a paddle board from the number of hire companies scattered along the side the river.
The UK’s oldest coal-fire paddle steamer cruises is still in use on the waters of the River Dart. Built nearly 100 years ago in 1924, this beautiful boat elegantly transports passengers between Dartmouth and Totnes. The circular cruise is the perfect way to see the sights from the water – watch out for the historic buildings that adorn the riverside including Darmouth Castle, Sir Walter Raleigh’s Boathouse and the stunning Estate of the famous Agatha Christie.
- Walk the Dart Valley Trail
This picturesque trail can take you from Kingsway to Totnes, on to Darmouth through Dittisham. On a clear day you can see for miles and take in the beautiful scenery of Torbay, the woodland banks and glistening ripples of the River Dart.
- Hop on board a vintage steam train
The Dartmouth Steam Railway and the South Devon Railway offer pictorial journeys through the hills, valleys, and countryside of the county. Experience the coastal scenery and the quaint villages of the area in the comfort of a beautiful, old-fashion train carriage. You can even purchase a special experience and get the chance to ride the footplate of a vintage engine!
- Get the blood pumping with some coasteering
Jumping of the cliffs of the coast in the cold of the ocean can be fun! If you’re an adrenaline junkie, this sport would be perfect for you. Swim through caves, scramble over rocks and see the amazingly colourful ocean life of the area.
- Have an adventure with white water sports
With the great variety of the river comes a great number of opportunities for activities! Make the most of the more turbulent sections of the river’s course and try to stay afloat in the rapids of the portion affectionally known as the “Washing Machine”.
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