Kingfisher safari on Gudenåen

Duration: Duration: 3-4 hours
Participants: Min. 6 - Max. 12 participants
Prerequisites: None
Price: DKK 600,- / person - Children between 6 and 12 years half price

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.

 

 

Outdoor Connection is partner with:

 

Destination Kystlandet                                     

More info

Time and place

See the dates or book the tour by appointment.
Mail to willi@outdoor-connection.dk or call +45 61 67 62 23

Oct
14
2024
10:00

Program

  • Instruction
    • We start at 9.00 with some introductory exercises in canoe technique and then set off towards today’s goal, Himmelbjerget, where we arrive around noon.
  • The trip to Himmelbjerget
    • 2 hours have been set aside for lunch and the hike up to the top of Himmelbjerget.
  • Return
    • At 14 we row back towards Ry, where we arrive at Skimminghøj between 16 and 17

General info

  • What is included in the price?
    • The price includes a light lunch, coffee/tea and 1 water or beer.
    • Canoe, paddles, life jackets and waterproof storage.
  • Outdoor Connection provides the following equipment:
    • Canoe
    • Padel
    • Swimming/lifejacket
    • Waterproof storage
  • You must bring this yourself:
    • Towel
    • Shoes that can withstand getting wet (sandals, running or training shoes)
    • Sun cream
    • Sunglasses preferably with a cord
    • Cap/hat
    • Change of clothes (packed waterproof)
    • Warm clothes for breaks
    • Possibly rain clothes
  • Practical information:
    • Parking: 
      • There are parking spaces at the Skimminghøj tent site
    • The instructor is trained according to the Danish Canoe Council’s guidelines and ensures a safe and secure trip for everyone.
    • => There are reservations for route changes or cancellation due to wind and weather!