11:00, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00, 19:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take
Paddle the River Medway with coaching tailored to your experience on a private tour for your party.
A paddleboard, buoyancy aid, leash and river licence are included; moderate fitness is required, and you should bring spare clothes and a towel. 4.99 from 93 reviews at €72 per person for 1h 30m.
Bring spare clothes and a towel , drink and apply Suncream / midges spray .
Children from €72 (ages 8 to 16). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 1 October 2026.
Reviews
5.0
93 ratings Guidekin & Tripadvisor
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 93 of 93
Star breakdown of all 93 ratings
5 stars
92 · 99%
4 stars
1 · 1%
3 stars
0 · 0%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%
What reviewers say
Reviewers praise patient coaching and peaceful surroundings; river restrictions have sometimes forced a change of location.
Praised
Patient, encouraging tuition helps nervous beginners gain confidence
Instruction adapts to different abilities and lets learners progress at their own pace
Peaceful river scenery and wildlife sightings add to the experience
Clear safety guidance and practical tips on standing, steering and getting back onto the board
Complaints
River access restrictions have sometimes forced planned Medway sessions to move to a lake
Written by Guidekin from the 93 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor (8 July 2024 to 1 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
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Meeting point and route
Meeting point
Where
From the high street cross the large white bridge take the first left after the castle into Castle St, follow Bank Street to Lower Castle Field carpark, park at the bottom by the slipway · Open in Google Maps
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
StandUp Paddleboarding with Ana; booking and payment are completed on Viator
About this tour, from the operator
Unleash your inner adventurer on the tranquil waters of the River Medway with paddleboarding sessions led by Ana, a certified British Canoeing Level 3 Coach. Whether you’re a novice or seeking to enhance your skills, Ana provides tailored guidance to ensure you paddle confidently and enjoy the beauty of nature. Explore scenic routes, partake in paddleboard yoga, or engage in exciting corporate team-building events. Families can make a splash with children's camps and parties, ensuring fun for all ages while learning a new skill on the water.
Walking, children and accessibility
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
Walking and health
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Strollers OK
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Good to know
Food not included Bring spare clothes and a towel , drink…
Children from €72 ages 8 to 16
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.