Leisurely Canoe Trip on the Ticino River from Cresciano
A canoe trip on the Ticino River between Cresciano and Bellinzona is a leisurely river journey with some waves but no real whitewater. Ideal for whitewater novices, those seeking a relaxed experience, families, and school groups. You’ll paddle in stable, inflatable canoes and be instructed and accompanied by our professional guides.
Availability:
Bookable for individuals and small groups on select dates according to the booking calendar (button: BOOKING). Otherwise, available upon request for groups of 6 or more.
Tour Itinerary:
We meet you at our base, Stazione Osogna Cresciano, in the former train station building, where our guides will warmly welcome you. Here you’ll receive detailed information about the tour and put on your whitewater gear. Afterward, there will be a safety briefing and paddling instructions at our launch point – then it’s time to hit the water! First, you’ll familiarize yourself with your canoe (and paddling partner); You’ll learn how to paddle and steer the canoes correctly, and what to do if you capsize! Then the real adventure begins!
Your canoe tour takes you through the breathtaking Leventina Valley. Carried by the current, you’ll glide through stunning scenery, enjoy the water, and feel the warmth of Ticino… We’ll end the tour in Arbedo, near the confluence of the Ticino and Moesa rivers. Your dry clothes and a celebratory aperitif will be waiting for you at our landing point.
At a glance
- Duration: 3 hrs
- Max. participants: 4
- Price: from CHF 99 per person
- Languages: English, German, Italian
- Difficulty: Easy
- Group: Small group
Highlights
- Relaxing canoe trip on the Ticino
- Landscape of the Leventina valleys
- Ideal for beginners and families
- Inflatable canoes for 2-4 people
- Sandy beaches and beautiful nature
- Gentle current without wildwater
- Guided tour with safety briefing
- Happy landing aperitif after the tour
Included
- Canoe equipment
- Instruction and guided tour by a professional guide
- Transport of personal luggage to the disembarkation point
- Happy landing aperitif after the tour
- Security certification
- Business liability insurance
Not included
- Return transport to Cresciano
- Optional extensive aperitif
What to bring
- Swimwear including towel
- Shorts, T-shirt and sandals/water shoes
- Dry and warm clothes for afterwards
- Backpack or bag
- Sports strap for glasses, if needed
- Suntan cream
- Synthetic sports underwear depending on the weather
- Good setting
Not allowed
- Cotton clothing (not recommended)
Know before you go
- Available daily from mid-May to mid-October
- Minimum age: 7 years with an adult, otherwise 12 years
- Additional dates are available for groups of 6 or more.
- Discounts available for youth groups
- Return to Cresciano by public transport is recommended.
- Safety and paddling briefing before the start
- Participants may get wet during the tour.
- Suitable for beginners in canoeing and wildwater kayaking.
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