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Can You Experience


Contact details:

Loch Lomond Shores Visitor Centre, Balloch, West Dunbartonshire, G83 8QL

Tel: 01389 756251

Email: Can You Experience

Web: Can You Experience


There really is no better way to spend a day out than exploring the Loch Lomond area by boat, bike or on foot'.  Come with us on an unforgettable, awe-inspiring, fun day out - we offer a variety of outdoor activities to suit all, from guided canoe trips to mountain bike hire, hiking adverntures, power kiting and much much more!

What we do best:

Canoe Hire
We offer canoe, kayak and pedal boat hire in a sheltered lagoon on Loch Lomond Shores, patrolled by a safety boat.

Canoeing Trips
If you are looking for something a bit more adventurous, why not try one of our guided canoe trips! We will take you on an unforgettable journey through the tranquil sheltered waters of Loch Lomond in a large, stable open canoe. Full/half day trips and two hour guided trips are available.

Tailor made alternative trips to other areas of the Loch.

Travel Directions


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Available packages


Canoes and pedal boats can be hired for either 1/2 hour at a cost of £12 or for 1 hour at a cost of £17.  Each canoe can seat up to two adults and two small children and the pedal boats are can seat up to 3 adults and 2 small children.

Guided canoe trips are available from £30 for an adult and £25 for children.  Ideal for families - boat hire is suitable for age 3+ and trips are suitable from age 5+

Other activities available


Mountain Biking  Hillwalking 

Useful info


Equipment provided?

Buoyancy aids, waterproofs and all canoeing equipment provided

What do I need to wear?

Comfortable clothing and footwear.

What do I need to bring?

A change of clothes and shoes, sunscreen and a towel for trips, nothing is required if just hiring a canoe.

When can I do it?

10am `til 6pm weekends (April to October) bank-holidays and school holidays, for hire activities.
Daily, April to October for canoe trips.
All activities are dependent on weather conditions, and may be closed or cancelled if conditions are unsuitable.


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