Wilhelm canal from birds eye view
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KING WILHELM CANAL

Klaipeda - Dreverna via Canal

Premium guided canoe tour
Duration - 4 hours | Distance - 9 km | Difficulty - easy

Duration - 4 hours | Distance - 9 km | Difficulty - easy

Canoe paddling throug Lankupiai locks
Two canoes cruising in the canal
Paddlers during a canoe trip in Wilhelm canal
Solo canoe in the middle of King Wilhelms canal
Canoe paddlers passing Dreverna locks during a tour
Wilhelms canal, Klaipeda, Lithuania areal shot,
Canoe in canal on a hot summer day, Wilhelms canal, Klaipeda, Lithuania
Canoes passing under old brige wrecks in Wilhelm canal, Klaipeda, Lithuania
Canoe tour finish in port of Dreverna, Lithuania
A dog in canoe during a tour.

Tour overview

Tour overview

This route is interesting for its historical context. Probably the most impressive man-made hydro technical installation of the 19th century in the territory of present-day Lithuania stretches from the village of Lankupiai to the Malkų Bay in the port of Klaipėda. It is a straight-as-a-string waterway, which at the beginning of the 20th century was used not only by industrial ships and barges but also by water tourists just like us.
  • Solo canoe in the middle of King Wilhelm canal, Klaipeda, Lithuania
  • Canoe passing Lankupiai locks during the tour.
  • Paddlers
  • Cedar strip canoe during a tour
  • Paddler kikckiing her self from the wall in the locks during a tour
  • Birds eye view of canoes in Čilhelm canal, Klaipeda Lithuania
  • Guest during a canoe tour
  • Canoes are passing old bridge in Wilhelm canal, Klaiepeda, Lithuania

What we'll do

What we'll do

We will start near Klaipėda at the remains of one of the old bridges, where paddlers will master their basic canoeing skills with the help of our instructor. We will learn the basic strokes, how to handle a canoe, and the safety rules. Expand…
Guided by our guide, we will paddle towards the port of Dreverna (the finish).
We will paddle to the first stop for about 1,5 - 2 hours. After a short coffee break, a snack and we will be ready to reach the shallow waters of the Curonian Lagoon. This route will be of interest to history and active leisure enthusiasts alike. Of course, we will capture your unforgettable rowing moments in a stylish cedar canoe.

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Guide

Guide

This tour is guided by Janis - state certified guide (Nr.15452), passionate canoe builder and founder of Wet Weim adventure company.
Tour offered in English, Russian, Lithuanian.

What we'll provide

What we'll provide

Hand made cedar strip canoe, hand made wooden canoe paddle, PFD, dry bags, set of chairs, picnic basket full of goodies*. Transfer and a guide.

Notes
Things to take: sunscreen, glasses, hat, swimming suite, bottle of water, rain waterproof jacket and a full change of clothes.
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What to wear while canoeing is important.

When the air and water are warm, simply dress for a day at the beach. Keeping in mind to wear things that protect you from the sun and keep you cool.

When the air is cool, you have to assess the conditions and your capabilities more carefully.

The key concept to bear in mind is layering. Several thin garments will keep you just as warm as a single thicker one, and are much more versatile. Remember you’ll need to think about staying cool as much as staying warm, and you can always add or subtract layers. The base-layer provides insulation and picks up perspiration and either absorbs it (like cotton or wool) or wicks it outward (like synthetic fibers). You want moisture to be wicked away. The insulating layer can be wool, fleece, or a similar material. Look for garments that are cut to allow complete freedom of movement. The outer layer protects you, the base-layer, and the insulating layer from the elements. Make sure it is both windproof and waterproof.

Footwear can range from old sneakers to hiking boots, to rubber boots.

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Where we'll meet

Where we'll meet

Address: Akropolis mall parking near Dubysos street.
Hotel pick up - on request.
Requirements
Group size
Tour is guaranteed if minimum of 2 guests are attending.
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When do you want to go?
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If you don’t find the dates you want, you can always ask Janis to see if they can make room.
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