Snowdon Kayak Adventure on Llyn Padarn
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Snowdonia, Wales
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Cross Llyn Padarn by kayak, and see the surrounding Snowdonia National Park from a different perspective — the water. Leaving the hiking crowds behind, you’ll paddle through countryside dominated by hills and mountains, seeing remains from the slate mining era and even 12th-century castle ruins. If the weather works in your favor, there’s the option of a swim along the way, too.
- Start near an easy-to-find location at the National Slate Museum
- Make use of kayak equipment plus wetsuits and buoyancy aids
- Paddle with a professional kayak guide for safety on Llyn Padarn
- Enjoy an intimate kayak tour in a small group limited to 10 people
What's Included
- We provide Kayaks, Wetsuits, Buoyancy Aids & Paddles - There is a limited supply of Water shoes Available
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Gilfach Ddu, Caernarfon LL55 4TY, UK
Once in the National Slate Museum carpark - Head towards the back of the carpark (Past the Toilet block). You will find your Guide at the Paradise Adventures Van (It is very big and bright and should be easy to spot)
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
1
Snowdonia National Park
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
2
Yr Wyddfa
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
3
National Slate Museum
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
4
Llyn Padarn
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
5
Castell Dolbadarn
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
6
Llanberis Slate Quarry
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
7
Dinorwic Slate Quarry
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
8
Electric Mountain
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Marcin_M
The group guide was super friendly and made us feel welcome right from the start, giving us all the info we needed about kayaking. During the tour, he kept us entertained with fun and interesting stories, and even took great photos that we could download as a memory. The lake was absolutely stunning and the views were breathtaking — such an unforgettable experience!
Reviews
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Michael_M, May 2026
We had a great day kayaking on Llyn Pardan with Kieran who had deep knowledge of the history of the place; great sunshine weather starting with kayaking through ‘caves’; run an Olympic obstacle course with our kayaks! and were shown an iconic lonely tree! Overall top marks!
Marcin_M, Aug 2025
The group guide was super friendly and made us feel welcome right from the start, giving us all the info we needed about kayaking. During the tour, he kept us entertained with fun and interesting stories, and even took great photos that we could download as a memory. The lake was absolutely stunning and the views were breathtaking — such an unforgettable experience!
Dylan_M, Aug 2025
Great fun kayaking the lake. Jamie had lots of great commentary about the area and took photos for us. The views from the lake were lovely.
Lynne_B, Aug 2025
Good fun and you learn about local history, lovely scenery and a well run activity.
Wetsuits provided
Brianna_B, Jul 2025
We had a very fun experience kayaking with Paradise Adventures. Our guide was great and made sure everyone was doing ok and could keep up. The 2 hour time was the perfect length to really enjoy yourself without getting too tired
wayne_t, Jun 2025
Great time out on the lake learning how to kayak and learning about the area we was in. Highly recommend
Jack_M, Oct 2024
Such an amazing beautiful and insightful experience can’t thank you enough!! Highly recommended to everyone!!
michelle_c, Oct 2024
I had an amazing day with Kieron on the lake. Beautiful scenery, a guide of the surrounding history, and a chance to try some wild swimming (totally out of my comfort zone but worth it). Kieron is very friendly and knowledgeable, and definitely offers a great value experience.
Stephanie_H, Aug 2024
This kayaking expedition offered a unique vantage point to appreciate the surrounding scenery. It was an excellent activity for our family and the guides provided an enjoyable and informative experience. Getting to jump into the lake was also great fun!
James_J, Aug 2024
A great afternoon spent on the lake with Kieran. The kids really enjoyed it and even learnt something along the way.
Farhad_K, Jul 2024
The whole process of booking was quite easy to follow. The smooth communication with the operator meant I would have a pleasant experience. He was responsive whenever I messaged him, or emailed him with my questions. I was slightly concerned whether this will be a memorable experience especially for children (I was there with three children of 4, 4, and 7 years age); However, the operator ensured me that it is going to be a memorable experience for all the group. Except for me, it was the first experience of kayaking for the rest of my group. So I wanted to give them a long-lasting positive feeling about the whole thing. I received clear joining instructions; and an amazing experience for family and friends.
The only downside was that since the whole group was inexperienced, they need more attention and organisation. As a result of being new to kayaking, we missed significant time trying to ride as per the instructions of the leader. Due to loss of time, we missed some of the sightseeing, e.g. the church.
Alibob, Jul 2024
Really enjoyed kayaking with Kieran, it was a very good experience. Thank you. It was a beautiful day and was so relaxing.
Adam_D, Jul 2024
We had a really good time, Kieran gave us a great tour and made sure we really enjoyed ourselves. We were a group of 6 who went out with a couple. He looked after us all and made sure we all had a good time.
Anthony_S, May 2024
Excellent trip. A brilliant balance of kayaking and a couple of stops to stretch the legs and see some historic items on the banks of the lake.
So peaceful, particularly at the start of the trip.
Melissa_B, May 2024
Kieran was a fab tour guide. Very informative and helpful. Views on this experience were incredible. Would definitely recommend.
Gail_S, May 2024
Fantastic kayaking trip in Snowdonia. Kieron provided lots of information on landmarks around the lake. We were also able to get out and have a swim. We also saw 'the lonely tree' and had a swim in the lake before heading back to the start point, where we finished off with a fun game. All the adults and children in the group enjoyed it and I would recommend it. Well worth the money.
Mary_B, May 2024
Great tour guide, very helpful and great banter! Making it the perfect couples experience! Worth the money 100#
Elena_W, May 2024
Kayak was a great and interesting experience, we had fun the whole time. Weather was a bit cloudy and the mountains were misty, that made the whole thing somehow extremely magical
saket_r, Jun 2023
Guide Mr Karian was very good, swimming was good, kayak was very adventurous , lake glacier water is very clear ...
Jane_M, May 2023
Had a fab time. Guide was patient, informative and funny. Great experience! Great business initiative Highly recommend
Ion_R, Aug 2022
Wonderfull, fantastic and fabulous!!! Can’t describe in words…and Kevin was the best! Already recommended for my friends!
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