Kayaking on the Nalón river near Oviedo: 6 km with a nature guide

Six kilometers of small rapids and natural slides in a river only your group paddles.

Kayak 6 km down the Nalón river near Oviedo with a nature guide in a small, exclusive group, departing from Las Caldas Villa Termal and finishing at Trubia. The route includes small rapids, waves and natural slides on a level II section of Asturias's main river. Private transport to and from the put-in, canoe rental with vest and paddle, waterproof drum, water and chocolate are included. You can add wetsuit, booties or towel rental at checkout. Swimming ability is essential.

The experience

The Nalón is the main river of Asturias and it moves with real current. You'll feel small rapids, waves and natural slides as you paddle the 6 km from Las Caldas Villa Termal down to Trubia, guided by someone who knows where the water runs cleanest and where the wildlife congregates. The route is level II (not beginner-flat, but not expert-only either), and the guide steers you through the best passages. You depart at 10:30 a.m. and finish around 1:30 or 2:00 p.m., with a stop partway to swim if you want to.

This section of river sees almost no other paddlers. The guide is there to help you navigate the current and to point out the waterfowl and riverside fauna and flora that live along the banks. You'll travel in a small, exclusive group: no crowds, no other canoes in sight. Private transport picks you up and brings you back, so you don't arrange your own way to Las Caldas. A double or single canoe is yours for the descent, along with a vest, paddle, waterproof drum to keep things dry, and provisions of water and chocolate. Outdoor changing rooms let you shift out of wet clothes at the end.

You must be able to swim and comfortable in moving water. Children from age 10 are welcome. Wetsuit, booties and towel rental are available as add-ons if you want them.

What’s included

• Private transport to Las Caldas Villa Termal and back.
• canoe rental in double or single configuration.
• vest, paddle and waterproof drum.
• water and chocolate during the paddle.
• outdoor changing rooms.
• nature guide in Spanish throughout the descent.

Options for this experience

2 options

Double use canoeGuide in Spanish · Available from 26 Jun 2027Two-seat canoe. Price is per person.

Single use canoeGuide in Spanish · Available from 26 Jun 2027Canoe for one person, with a single seat. Children under 12 years of age are not permitted.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 26 Jun 2027

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (10 to 12 years) · Under 10: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 30

Live guideSpanish

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 or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Naturaller Turismo Activo

Is this one for you?The level II current and small rapids mean you need swimming ability and comfort in moving water, but the guide handles the navigation so paddling experience is not required. If you want to feel the river's real movement without the intensity of a higher grade, this section delivers exactly that.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (10 to 12 years). Under 10: they can't be included in the booking.

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 much current and whitewater should I expect on the Nalón?

The Nalón is level II, meaning you'll encounter small rapids, waves and natural slides, but nothing extreme. The river has a lot of flow because it's Asturias's main river, so you'll feel the current and notice the movement of the water throughout the 6 km descent.

Will I see other kayakers or canoes on the river?

No. This is an exclusive stretch where only your group's canoes paddle, so you won't encounter other paddlers or crowds during the descent.

What's included in the kayaking price?

Canoe rental (double or single), vest, paddle, waterproof drum, private transport to and from Las Caldas, outdoor changing rooms, water and chocolate during the paddle.

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

You don't need kayaking experience, but you must be able to swim and be comfortable in moving water. The guide will help you navigate the best passages and manage the current.

What time does the kayaking start and how long does it take?

Departure is at 10:30 a.m. and you'll finish around 1:30 or 2:00 p.m., so plan for roughly four hours from start to finish.