Have you experienced the kingfisher in its natural element?
If you go on a kingfisher safari on Gudenåen and Salten Å between Klostermølle and Ry, you have a good chance of seeing the kingfisher in its element. It’s a glorious sight, when it whizzes past you just above the surface of the water and lets out its shrill cry. It’s a sight you’ll never forget when you see its beautiful blue and orange plumage light up in the evening sun.
In addition to kingfishers, you have the opportunity to see lots of other species of birds, animals and plants on the trip. You will get close to herons, grebes, cormorants, swans and many other animals. If you’re very lucky, you might even catch a glimpse of a sea eagle or an otter. You will also pass many exciting plants, including Denmark’s most poisonous plant, the Poisonous Plant.
How do you get close to the kingfisher?
The kingfisher is best seen from the water. It often flies low along the bank and is therefore very difficult to see from land. When you glide almost silently through the water in the canoe, it provides optimal conditions for getting close to the animals that live on and by the water. The kingfisher is, however, a very shy bird and you have to be alert and quick to see it.
Why should you join a kingfisher safari on Gudenåen?
The kingfisher is probably Denmark’s most beautiful bird. With its strong colors it stands out from most other birds. There are only about 300 – 400 breeding pairs in Denmark. However, many kingfishers live by the Gudenåen and its tributaries and there is a good chance of seeing them in the area between Mossø and Gudensø. It is difficult to see when traveling on land, so you will have the best chance of seeing them from the water.
How does the trip take place?
The trip takes place in a canoe from Emborg Bro at Gl. Rye. The trip is suitable for the whole family. You don’t need to know how to sail a canoe.
Before the trip, you will receive thorough instruction in paddling technique from our trained canoe guide.
We leave in small groups of no more than 6 canoes. In each canoe there can be 2 adults and 1 to 2 children. The whole trip lasts about 3 to 4 hours.
We do everything to ensure that you have a safe and good experience.
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