Before coming for your kayak trip down the Semois, don't forget to book online, it's quick, easy and without advance payment: Book your kayak
Before coming for your kayak trip down the Semois, don't forget to book online, it's quick, easy and without advance payment: Book your kayak
Kayaking on the Semois: a sporting activity to share in the Belgian Ardennes
If you are looking for a unique water activity in Belgium, kayaking on the Semois is one of the best options. It is an ideal activity for outdoor and water sports enthusiasts. It is also very suitable for children. You will have a great time whether you are a beginner or an expert. Enjoy the peace and quiet, get away from it all and have fun at the same time.
Rediscover this beautiful natural landscape and the varied wildlife while enjoying a fun and challenging sport. The Semois River flows through the Ardennes region of Belgium and offers a variety of beautiful landscapes, from lush green forests to rolling hills. You can also see picturesque villages and interesting historical monuments along the river. Kayaking gives you a completely different view of the region. This is an ideal place to escape from everyday life and spend time with your loved ones.
Semois Valley designated as a National Park
The Semois Valley was awarded this prestigious title in December 2022 after a rigorous selection process. This designation will protect the natural beauty of the valley and help preserve its specific natural heritage and biodiversity. It will also support the development of sustainable tourism and leisure activities. A National Park aims to protect unique ecosystems, rare habitats and endangered species, as well as to provide a place for people to experience and recharge their batteries in nature and learn more about the environment. This will allow kayakers to continue enjoying spectacular views of the varied landscapes along the route and a variety of unique flora and fauna.
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Looking for a breath of fresh air? Then why not visit the Semois valley! And what’s more, do it in a kayak. Go to Kayaks La Vanne in Alle-sur-Semois. With their large number of kayaks, they can accommodate entire families to share good times.
Comfortably installed in your duo or mono kayak. You will appreciate the wild beauty of the river and you will enjoy a preserved nature and an exceptional setting with fantastic landscapes.
Choose from 7, 10, 11 or even 17 km trips at very competitive prices.
Kayaks La Vanne is a small family business with 30 years of experience and a zest for life. After a kayak descent, let us take you back, wet or not, to an ice cream that will make you want to do just one more thing: another trip!
One of the most splendid kayaking trips
Seize the opportunity to explore one the finest kayaking tours in Belgium! Kayaks La Vanne will lead you to landscapes where nature reigns supreme. The various trips offer you the chance to travel between villages, alongside scenic spots and nature reserves. Come along with family or friends to discover the Semois valley and enjoy the sumptuous landscapes to be found in the Belgian Ardennes.
Special rates
Kayaks La Vanne has trips to suit every budget, while offering you the best value for money in the region. Take advantage of these special rates to explore the Semois valley without breaking the bank. You will also be able to count on a comprehensive service and facilities: paddles, transport, parking space, lifejackets and buckets are provided free of charge.
Maximum comfort
We provide top-quality single or double-seated kayaks. Our easy-to-handle Kayaks are fitted with ergonomic seats to guarantee the utmost comfort. Our equipment is regularly serviced to guarantee you ease of use and maximum safety when enjoying our facilities. “Kayak La Vanne” is also a recognised member of the Belgian Kayak Renters’ Federation.
Family-run
This family-run business was launched in 1989 with the aim of helping people to become acquainted with the beauty of the Semois river and the joy of kayaking. Committed to the well-being of our customers, the team is constantly striving to expand its range of services so as to live up to their expectations and meet their needs in every way it can. The team has sought to remain a people-sized organisation in order to stay closely in touch with its customers and facilitate a direct human contact with them.
You don’t need to bring anything! We provide you with all quality equipment: comfortable and ergonomic canoes and kayaks for 1 person, 2 people or families, light paddles, life jackets (on request) and airtight buckets to store your valuables. We have enough equipment to accommodate large groups. However, please remember to book in advance to ensure optimal conditions. We also offer free changing rooms. We will take you to your departure point and collect you free of charge on arrival.
We offer different routes according to your wishes, with various itineraries so that you can choose the one that best suits your expectations. Choose between our 4 routes: 7 km (from Alle-sur-Semois to Vresse), 10-11 km (from Alle to Membre), 10-11 km (from Poupehan to Alle) and 17 km (from Alle to Bohan). We want to offer you an excellent price-quality ratio so that this activity remains accessible to all. Our routes are suitable for all levels. We are open every day during the season. Please check directly on our website if the water level is suitable for kayaking. You can book directly on our website or contact us by e-mail or phone if you have any questions.
Our priority is that you have a good time. We do everything possible to ensure that you don’t have to worry about anything and that you enjoy yourself. Our small family business is therefore very proud to have received the Traveller choice award from TripAdvisor. We are also delighted to receive excellent ratings from our customers, especially on Google and TripAdvisor. They particularly appreciate the experience in an unspoilt nature. They praise the welcome and services of our team, the quality of our facilities and our professionalism. Many thanks to them for these kind comments!
PICTURES OF A TRIP DOWN THE SEMOIS RIVER
WHY DO I NEED TO RESERVE?
We strongly recommend booking your relaxing day with us in advance for the following reasons.
- Having enough kayaks available : it would be a pity to travel all that way only to find that all our kayaks are being used.
- To offer you a better service: if we know the number of people and the time of your arrival, it will be easier to plan how to cater for your requirements.
- Choice of kayaks: some days all the single-seat kayaks are being used and other days it is all the two-person kayaks that have been taken out . When you reserve you have the opportunity to decide what model you would like to have.
- Saving time: when you reserve, it helps us to gather all the information we need to serve you more quickly the day you arrive to set off in one of our kayaks.
