4 Off-Road Safaris in England to Build a Day Around

1.Guided Wildlife and Sea Cave Kayak Safari in English Riviera

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 121 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $76Our pick

Paddle tandem sea kayaks along Devon’s UNESCO Global Geopark with guide Kieran, entering sea caves, watching for seals and birds, hunting fossils, tasting a wild marine herb, and warming up with marshmallows beside a beach fire.

“This tour was so much more than what we expected. We had a great time and memories made for life for us and our two girls. Kieran was excellent and had so much knowledge which he happily shared with everybody. We were part of a big group and amazingly Kieran was able to remember almost everybody's names. I would highly recommend anybody to do this tour. You won't be disappointed 😊”

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2.Stand-up Paddleboard SUP Safari on The River Avon For Beginners

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $93

Meet Alex or James at Arden Sailing Club near Eckington for a 2.5-hour beginner SUP lesson and River Avon paddle. All equipment is supplied. You’ll learn safe technique, build confidence on the board, and look for local wildlife in a small group.

“Spent this summer taking groups of Sea Cadets (aged 10-18) on the water with Wittering SUP. As well as learning to SUP, they've had a fantastic time and all want to come again! The instructors are very professional and are brilliant with our young people!”

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3.London Gin Safari: A Spirited, Juniper-Fuelled Jaunt

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $117

Cycle from 189 Hercules Road with guides such as Katie, Stewart, Shibby, Tom, or James, stopping for gin samples, two full gin and tonics, and a cocktail. Expect a history-led ride through quiet squares, Dickensian streets, and a graffiti zone, not visits to indoor bars.

“Fun tour with great guides. We had a lot of fun with Katie and Stewart. Note that this tour doesn’t have take you into any actual Bars, they have the gin with them on their bikes and you make stops along the way to learn about the different gins and history. Overall I recommend this for a unique experience.”

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4.Private London Gin Safari: A Spirited, Juniper-Fuelled Jaunt

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $349

Join Tally Ho Experiences for a 3.5-hour private ride on the GinCycle™, a Victorian gin parlor on wheels. Guides such as Tristan, Mick, Mike, and Shibby lead you through Bermondsey, Borough, and South Bank, with gin tastings, market stops, street art, and Tower Bridge views.

“What a super way to see London!! Tristan, our guide was very entertaining and great fun but also delivered the historic facts in an enthralling and interesting way. My friend and I have both lived in London and without a doubt this is a great daRead more”

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