The 6 Best Kayak Trips in the Netherlands

1.Amsterdam Countryside Bike and Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 215 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $83Our pick

Escape Amsterdam by bike and kayak, visiting windmills, wetlands, villages, and canals on a five-hour small-group adventure.

“Tristen gave us a great, unique experience for our first trip to the Netherlands! It turned out that my sister and I were the only ones registered for the tour that day, but he still ran the full tour. I thought was nice of him, since private tours are more expensive. A few highlights: pigs at the petting zoo, lunch at a cafe in a beautiful church originally built in 1600, fresh cold milk on the way back. Definitely worth doing if you’re active and looking for something fun!”

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2.Guided Canoe Adventure with Picnic Lunch in Waterland from Amsterdam

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 85 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $112

Paddle through Waterland wetlands near Amsterdam, enjoy a local picnic, and learn about Dutch village life on this intimate canoe tour.

“This is a fantastic excursion. We learned a lot about the area as we leisurely canoed. The picnic lunch was bountiful and delicious!”

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3.Small-Group Guided Sunset Canoe Tour in Waterland with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · 4 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $96

Paddle Waterland at sunset from Amsterdam, enjoy a local picnic dinner, and learn Dutch history in a small, friendly canoe group.

“Très belle expérience en périphérie d'Amsterdam. Maje, la guide, vous partage sa passion pour son pays, sa région et la nature qui l'entoure. La navigation en canoë est simple et facilement gérée dès les premiers coups de pagaye. Activité très bien indiquée en famille. Langue utilisée: néerlandais ou anglais. Nous recommandons certainement cette activité et encore merci à Maje pour son accueil !”

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4.Countryside Bike and Kayak Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 45 reviews · 5 hours · from $84

Bike, kayak, and meet Dutch wildlife on a five-hour small-group tour through Broek in Waterland from Amsterdam.

“My teenage daughters and I had a fantastic time on this tour, possibly the highlight of our European vacation. Can't say enough good things about it - beautiful settings both in North Amsterdam and nearby countryside ... nice transition from biking to kayaking and back... even a good lunch cafe in an interesting old church.”

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5.2-Hour Guided Canoe Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 31 reviews · 2 hours · from $47

Paddle quiet canals through Watergang village and Dutch wetlands on a small-group canoe tour from Amsterdam, with a drink included.

“A fantastic canoe tour with a truly lovely host. If you're looking to experience the Dutch spirit from a fresh angle, this is a must-do.”

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6.Fresh nose tour with the canoe through the nature near Amsterdam

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $46Best value

Paddle quiet Natura 2000 waterways near Amsterdam in a small Canadian canoe tour with wildlife, rural views, and a local guide.

“We had a wonderful time canoeing through the islands. We learned about local culture and history, enjoyed a light snack and got to paddle peacefully through the Dutch countryside with a few other people. Saw ducks, geese, cows, goats, fish and more. Truly a peaceful paddle through a freshwater paradise. Loved it.”

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