The Houyet-Anseremme descent (21km)

Book an activity

Min. no. of people -

Duration +/- 5:00

Disabled access Yes*

Dog friendly Yes

Min. age 5* years old

The 21 km kayak trip is dedicated to all those who want to fully enjoy the Lesse valley.

Embark on a trip of nearly 5 hours between Houyet and Anseremme, an almost complete immersion in a 100% natural and protected surrounding.

As you kayak down the river, you will go through the wooded slopes, dotted with castles and impressive rocks and interspersed with pleasant spots where you can put down your paddles for a moment and let yourself be lulled by the waves.

To relax yes, but without forgetting the two dams to cross ! Two surprising little differences in height, accessible even to novices, just enough to add a little challenge to your trip ... or a little wetness perhaps !?

Check the level of the water

(*) Depending on the water level, navigation conditions and minimum age may vary! Always consult our page before your departure.

Equipment

Included with each kayak :

Ultra-light "sport" paddle
A bucket to take a bottle of water, your sun cream, etc. as well as a bucket for your rubbish
Life jackets( available on request in all sizes - compulsory for children under 10 years of age)
Access to changing rooms and hot showers on arrival in Anseremme (if authorized)

Optional :

Transport to the starting point of the kayaks

(necessary for people who join us by car)

NEW FOR GROUPS

Maxime Richard, four-time world champion in kayak river descent, as private guide!
Supervision, technical and safety advice, discovery of the river, support at the passage of the dams,... Embark for a privileged moment with a professional of the discipline.

You want a "classic" guide, it's also possible !

Booking recommended

This is not mandatory but highly recommended as we are regularly sold out.

(No compulsory online payment - changes and cancellations are possible without charge)

Booking

Choice of kayak models :

Double seater kayak

CLASSIC

"Biplace classique Descente de la Lesse"

A particularly stable and self-draining model. It is recommended for teenagers.

COMFORT

"Biplaces confort Descente de la Lesse"

Equipped with half-height seats, it offers better back support during efforts.

SUPER COMFORT

"Biplaces super confort Descente de la Lesse"

Equipped with real seats (ergonomic bucket seats) and footrests, this kayak is ideal for optimising your efforts.

Single

COMFORT

"Monoplace confort Descente de la Lesse"

SUPER COMFORT

"Monoplace super confort Descente de la Lesse"

Canoe

"Canoe Descente de la Lesse"

The canoe (3 seats) is designed for a maximum of 2 adults + 1 child.

But it also works for 1 adult + 2 children (min. 8-9 years old in this case),
or to take a big dog for a journey with you !

The smallest doggies can sit between the knees of their owners.

Our advice

The 21km descent is perfect for a full day of relaxation. The river is perfectly accessible to inexperienced people, the dams do not present any major difficulty. No sporting level is required, however if you can't imagine paddling for 5 hours, you will enjoy the 12km descent better: a little less forest scenery, but still the castle, the 2 dams and superb views along the way.

Prices 2023

Individuals


Kayak Model	All Inclusive Option	All in w/o shuttle Option
Double seater Classic	28.50 €/pers.	25.50 €/pers.
Double seater Comfort	30.00 €/pers.	26.50 €/pers.
Double seater Super Comfort	33.50 €/pers.	30.50 €/pers.
Single Classic	31.00 €/pers.	28.00 €/pers.
Single Super Comfort	38.50 €/pers.	34.50 €/pers.
Canoe (3 seats)	26.50 €/pers.	23.50 €/pers.
	-2.50 €/kid under 12 y.o

Groups (min. 20 pers.)


Kayak Model	All Inclusive Option	All in w/o shuttle Option
Double seater Classic	27.00 €/pers.	24.00 €/pers.
Double seater Comfort	28.50 €/pers	25.00 €/pers.
Double seater Super Comfort	32.00 €/pers.	29.00 €/pers.
Single Classic	29.50 €/pers.	26.50 €/pers.
Single Super Comfort	37.00 €/pers.	33.00 €/pers.
Canoe (3 seats)	25.00 €/pers.	22.00 €/pers.
	-2.50 €/kid under 12 y.o

Kayak guide (1 per 25 kayaks) :

VIP (Maxime Richard, four-time world champion in kayak river descent): from 800 €.
Classic: 300 €.

Youth groups, social institution (min. 20 pers.)


Kayak Model	All Inclusive Option	All in w/o shuttle Option
Double seater Classic	24.50 €/pers.	21.50 €/pers.
Double seater Comfort	26.00 €/pers	22.50 €/pers.
Double seater Super Comfort	29.50 €/pers.	26.50 €/pers.
Single Classic	27.00 €/pers.	24.00 €/pers.
Single Super Comfort	34.50 €/pers.	30.50 €/pers.
Canoe (3 seats)	22.50 €/pers.	19.50 €/pers.
	-2.50 €/kid under 12 y.o

Schools


Kayak Model	All Inclusive	All in w/o shuttle Option
Double seater Classic	18.00 €/pers.	15.00 €/pers.
Double seater Comfort	19.00 €/pers	16.00 €/pers
Double seater Super Comfort	21.00 €/pers.	18.00 €/pers.
Single Classic	18.00 €/pers.	15.00 €/pers.
Single Super Comfort	21.00 €/pers.	18.00 €/pers.