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The appeal of kayaking is the chance to explore under your own steam without need for a motor. Learning how is straightforward, and most people pick up the basics in just a few hours. Then, you simply need to choose your destination and kayak type.
Why not start on a calm and peaceful lake or loch, where the only interruption is wildlife and picturesque views?
Alternatively, you might like the thrills – and spills – of whitewater kayaking on fast-moving rivers, or the adventure of heading out on the open sea.