The Canoe Trip Friesland takes place from early June to mid-September. You can start the route weekly on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday. There is a maximum of 10 canoes per departure, and 4 Nature Comfort Tipis are available.
This summer, the weekend adventure* of the year takes you to Friesland! After many years of organizing canoe holidays in Sweden, we’ve mapped out beautiful routes in the Waterland of the Low Countries: Fryslân.
The route will take you through the most beautiful spots of the National Park "De Alde Feanen". Paddle silently through reed and peat lands, marshes, and vast hay meadows until you arrive content at our lovely Nature Comfort Tipi at the base camp or at one of the Marrekrite wild camping spots in the nature reserve.
* Or midweek, starting from € 99 per person!
Nature Park De Alde Faenen, which means "Old Fens," is the largest contiguous water area in Friesland. It's known for its vast marshlands, winding waterways, and diverse bird species, including majestic ones like the sea eagle.
Above the flat landscape rise windmills, birdwatching huts, and bridges, highlighting the charm of the area. The best way to explore the park is from the water, where birds can nest undisturbed in the designated breeding areas.
On the edge of the Alde Feanen, almost completely surrounded by water, you'll find our Canoe Trip base camp (at camping De Veenhoop). Here, you can enjoy a warm shower and a cozy evening with your fellow travelers after an active day on the water.
During your Canoe Trip, you can opt for a comfortable stay in one of our furnished Nature Comfort Tipis. Looking for more adventure? Then camp in your own or rented tent at the base camp or at a Marrekrite overnight spot in the National Park.
Stay in a comfortable tipi for 2 to 4 people* at the Canoe Trip Basecamp in “De Veenhoop.”
Prices:
Children free with 2 paying adults**
* max. 2 adults per tent
** see terms
Camp with your own tent* at the basecamp or one of the Marrekrite nature camping spots in the Alde Faenen.
Prices:
Children free with 2 paying adults**
* or choose convenience and rent your camping equipment from us
** see terms and conditions
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The Canoe Trip Friesland takes place from early June to mid-September. You can start the route weekly on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday. There is a maximum of 10 canoes per departure, and 4 Nature Comfort Tipis are available.
The Early Bird prices depend on the start date and the chosen accommodation. Any child discount will be applied during booking.
Midweek A (Tuesday – Wednesday) – € 99 per person.
Midweek B (Thursday – Friday) – € 99 per person.
Weekend (Saturday – Sunday) – € 149 per person.
Your trip includes an overnight stay at our cozy basecamp, between the two canoe days.
Our basecamp is located on the edge of Alde Feanen National Park, strategically positioned as the starting and ending point for your two-day canoe adventure. At the campsite, you'll find sanitary facilities (toilet & shower), so you can refresh yourself after a day of paddling.
You can choose to stay in one of our fully equipped Nature Comfort Tipis at the basecamp or camp in a rented or self-brought tent in the National Park or at the basecamp. During the canoeing, you can safely leave all your luggage at the basecamp; only your essentials for the day need to go in the canoe.
Want to make sure you're on time for the morning briefing, or just want to enjoy the beautiful surroundings for another day? Then book an extra night for the trip.
We have mapped out various routes that take you to the most beautiful spots in Alde Feanen. Depending on the weather and conditions, you can choose which route you'd like to take.
You can choose between a route of 2 separate loops, taking you to completely different parts of the nature reserve. Each day offers a completely new and surprising experience. In between, you'll return to the basecamp for your overnight stay, where you can enjoy sanitary facilities and roast marshmallows over the fire. If you booked a Nature Comfort Tipi, you'll always do 2 loops and stay overnight at the basecamp.
Want the ultimate adventure? Then opt for a long, two-day route with overnight camping in the National Park. Set up your tent at a Marrekrite camping spot after an intense day of paddling. The next day, you'll paddle back to the basecamp from there.
