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About Spirit of the Spey

A unique, authentic Speyside experience ~ blending open-canoeing with malt-whisky tasting & distillery visits. Paddle an open-canoe for up to 70 miles on the majestic River Spey ~ Scotland's most beautiful & ideal canoe-touring river. Participants normally paddle in pairs. Finish your journey at the rollers of Spey Bay, where 'the fresh meets the salt'. An intimate introduction to the River Spey, Journeys facilitate your truly getting to know River Spey ~ its history, moods & some well kept secrets. Witness its beauty, meet its people & taste its whiskies. The Spey Specialist, Dave Craig has completed in excess of 200 descent of The River. Dave's in-depth knowledge of malt-whiskies as well as local social & natural history is exceptional. This knowledge is passionately shared with guests whilst travelling on this enchanting water pathway, en route, staying in lovely accommodations. This is much more than just learning to canoe ~ rather, it's an extraordinary Journey of Discovery, with spectacular views of Speyside & close encounters with its wildlife. Otters, deer, dippers, golden-eye & wagtails just a few feet from your paddle, whilst buzzard & osprey circle above ~ a bird-watchers paradise. Expert canoe tuition for all levels of capability. Technical equipment ~ canoes, wooden paddles, buoyancy aids, dry-bags, storage barrels are provided for all Journeys. Also available ~ Coaching Sessions & Corporate Days with a difference.