The Sella River Descent is an activity that does not require previous experience or navigation skills. However, it is essential to know how to swim in case of an unexpected dip, as this is a water-based activity.
The Sella River Canoe Descent from Arriondas is the most famous adventure and active tourism activity in Asturias. It is a fun excursion along the Sella River, between Arriondas—near the Picos de Europa—and Llovio (a village just before Ribadesella). It is a very easy activity that you can enjoy with friends, as a couple, or with children. All you need is the ability to swim and an adventurous spirit.
We offer premium self-bailing, anti-tip canoes with 1, 2, or 3 seats, with the option to add a padded backrest so you can enjoy the descent of the Sella River in maximum comfort. Along the route, you will find several riverside bars where you can rest and have a refreshment, river beaches where you can stop for lunch, and pools where you can swim.
-Our starting point is strategically located at the Arriondas Bridge, where the International Sella River Descent begins—the classic starting spot to enjoy the full Sella Festival atmosphere.
-Two routes available: SHORT and LONG.
-You can choose between a medium route of approximately 8 km or a longer route of about 15 km ending in Llovio (Ribadesella).
-Ability to swim
-No fear of water
-Children: minimum age 5 years or 1.15 m tall
-Up to 14 years old in double canoes
-Canoe and paddle rental
-Waterproof container for personal belongings (1 per canoe)
-Life jacket
-Initial canoe-handling briefing
-Accident insurance
-Free parking
-Changing rooms
-At the end of the descent, transfer for drivers back to the starting point
-Swimsuit and T-shirt for coverage
-Secure footwear
-Sunscreen and glasses with a strap
-Towel for stops
-Food and drinks for the day
-Cash if you want to buy refreshments at the riverside bars
-Dry clothes to change into after the descent
Minimum per booking: 1 person
Minimum per booking: 1 person
Minimum per booking: 1 person
Minimum per booking: 1 person
Minimum per booking: 1 person
Minimum per booking: 1 person
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