Best River Kayak Tours in Spain: Our Top 10

1.Seville Paddle Surf Sup in the Guadalquivir River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 198 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $35Our pick

Paddle the Guadalquivir for about two hours with a professional guide such as Jesús, Daniel, Manuel, or Alexis. You’ll learn basic SUP skills, pass beneath Puente de Triana, view Torre del Oro and the bullring from the water, stop for a drink in Triana, and receive photos and a souvenir video afterward. Swimming ability is required.

“We had a fantastic experience paddleboarding with Jesus. I highly recommend this as an alternative way to see Sevilla from the water. We both felt very safe on the water and Jesus was a very informative and knowledgeable guide.”

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2.2–Hour Guadalquivir River Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 125 reviews · 2 hours · from $46

Paddle through central Seville on a two-hour Guadalquivir River tour with a Spanish or English-speaking guide. You’ll get a safety lesson, equipment, changing facilities, and views of Triana, Maestranza, Torre del Oro, Isla de La Cartuja, and Expo 92 sites. Guides such as Alex, Juan, Karlos, and Rey are praised for clear instruction and helpful city tips.

“Alex was friendly, funny & informative. He was also vey thorough with explaining how to kayak including a warm up and demonstrations of technique. We felt very safe with his clear instructions .”

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3.Cangas de Onís: Sella River Canoeing Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 84 reviews · 1 day · from $41

Start in Las Rozas, 4 km before Arriondas, where K2 Aventura gives you a canoe, paddle, life jacket, and safety briefing. Paddle 4, 12, or 19 km toward Llovio, with faster-water sections, riverbank breaks, and return transport. English, French, and Spanish instruction is available.

“Goed geregeld, het materiaal was heel goed, het personeel vriendelijk en behulpzaam.”

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5.4-Hour Adventure Descent of the Sella River by Kayak

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 64 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $42

Set off from Arriondas in a kayak or canoe and follow the Sella through meadows, Atlantic trees, and gentle rapids. You receive safety instructions, insurance, transport, and a watertight drum. Choose to finish after 7, 11, or 16 km, then ride back to the starting point. Miguel has also helped young paddlers along the way.

“We spent a fantastic morning canoeing with my two children aged 9 and 5. From the start, the team was very welcoming and attentive. The little boy was with Miguel, one of the monitors, throughout the tour, and I can’t help but thank him for his patience and professionalism. My son felt safe, accompanied and happy, he enjoyed it so much! At first we had a hard time finding the rhythm – it’s not that easy to row together! – but Miguel encouraged us at all times, without pressure, with a lot of patience and empathy. At first there was a school group, but then the atmosphere became calmer and…”

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6.Canoe Descent on the Nalón River

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 14 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $53

You’ll paddle a varied stretch of Asturias’ Nalón River between Las Caldas and Trubia with a Spanish- or English-speaking guide. Expect about six small rapids, wave sections, calm water, a canoe, lifejacket, picnic, insurance, changing rooms, and a driver transfer at the end. Swimming ability is essential.

“Guides were friendly and fun! Had a really good time”

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7.Canoeing Descent on the Sella River

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 13 reviews · 4 hours · from $35

Paddle the calm Sella River from Arriondas to Ribadesella on a 20-kilometer canoe trip. You’ll get a Spanish-language tutorial, canoe, paddle, life jacket, changing rooms, waterproof storage, insurance, and a return transfer. Ivan has been praised for friendly service, while the riverfront bars and birdlife add local color.

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8.Guadalquivir River Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 10 reviews · 2 hours · from $30

Join Club Deportivo Triana Turismo for a two-hour kayak trip along the Guadalquivir. You’ll receive basic paddling and safety instruction, then pass Torre Sevilla, Triana Bridge, Castillo de San Jorge, Triana, and Torre del Oro. English and Spanish guides lead private groups, with time for photos and short breaks.

“Thank you very much for your review, it always helps us to improve. See you by the river!!”

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9.Descent of the Sella river in a canoe

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 9 reviews · from $34

You’ll paddle the Sella River from Arriondas toward Llovio in a one, two, or three-seat canoe. Jaire Aventura provides instruction, paddles, lifejackets, a waterproof container, parking, changing rooms, three finish points, and return transport. Choose 7, 10, or 15 km, with wetsuits available in spring and fall.

“Nos hizo buen día y sin aglomeraciones. El personal muy agradable y amables, nos guiaron muy bien en como usar la canoa y el recorrido. 100% recomendable. Fuimos en canoa de dos, la próxima vez repetiremos en canoa de uno para probar la experiencia de otra manera.”

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10.Canoeing down the Sella River

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 6 reviews · from $29Best value

Paddle the Sella River near Arriondas in a two-person canoe, with a choice of shorter or longer routes. Your booking includes a paddle, life jacket, dry container, changing facilities, and transport back to the start. The activity suits couples, families, friends, and dogs, but you must be able to swim.

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