Kayaking Uruguay River from Buenos Aires: Guided paddles

You pick the route, the guide handles the rest

Kayak the Uruguay River on guided paddles departing from Buenos Aires, with instruction, safety gear and a live guide in your language. Routes are low-difficulty and customizable. You choose the distance and pace. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Life vests and all safety equipment are mandatory and included.

The experience

The kayaking starts with instruction on paddling and safety before you leave the shore, then you're on the water in a single or double kayak, moving at whatever pace suits the group. The river crossings are routed to places accessible only by water: remote spots that still hold their original landscape, native flora and wild fauna. You'll see bird life and autochthonous terrain that a road trip can't reach. The whole outing runs about three hours, though the actual time on water depends on the route you choose.

What you get in the boat: a touring kayak (single or double), a neoprene cockpit cover, a life vest, a paddle, a first aid kit and a shovel. Insurance is included. The guide speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian or one additional language, so the instruction and commentary land in whatever works for your group. A snack of mate, tea or coffee with regional homemade products waits at a stop along the way.

The setup is built for accessibility. All surfaces are wheelchair accessible, and the activity suits any fitness level. Minors travel with an adult, and infants can sit on a lap or use a specialized seat. Life vests are not optional. They're mandatory for everyone. The four-hour drive from Buenos Aires gets you to the river, and you can arrange your own transport or use public options nearby.

What’s included

• Kayak and paddle.
• life vest and safety instruction.
• neoprene cockpit cover.
• first aid kit.
• insurance.
• snack of mate, tea or coffee with homemade regional products.
• live guide in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian or one additional language.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 10:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (18 to 60 years) · Senior (61 to 90 years) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, Italian and Portuguese

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by TRU Kayak = Travesías Río Uruguay

Is this one for you?The guide speaks your language, which means instruction and the names of what you're seeing land clearly. Pick the language when you book and the guide meets the group in that tongue.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, Italian and Portuguese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How far is the Uruguay River from Buenos Aires?

The river is about four hours from Buenos Aires by car, so you'll need to factor in travel time before and after the paddling itself.

Do I need to know how to kayak before I book?

No, instruction in paddling and safety is included before you launch. The walks are low-difficulty and adapted to your group, and the guide adjusts the route to match your comfort level.

What's included in the kayaking itself?

The kayak, paddle, life vest, neoprene cover, first aid kit and insurance are all included. A snack of mate, tea or coffee with homemade regional products is served during a stop on the water.

Can I choose a shorter or longer paddle?

Yes, the routes and time are personalized. You choose the distance and difficulty when you book, and the guide adapts the outing to what works for your group.