CANOE-CAMP THE IPOLY

FOLLOWING THE REMARKABLE SELL-OUT of our “Canoe-Camp the Garam” trip, we are delighted to re-offer “Canoe-Camp the Ipoly”, enabling others to enjoy our exceptional adventures as we explore the waterways of the mighty Danube.

THE RIVER IPOLY (Ipel in Slovak) is 232-kilometres long, rising in the Slovak Ore Mountains before flowing into the Danube near Szob. The river offers some of the best and most remote canoeing waters in Hungary. The nearby Duna-Ipoly National Park is an unspoilt corner of Eastern Europe.

AFTER THE INCREDIBLE SUCCESS of “Canoe-Camp the Ipoly” in May 2018, this privately organised, bespoke experience is one you will not find in any of the glossy brochures. This short video gives an insight into the hospitality:

https://www.youtube.com/embed/mFKTDUgYd7k

Reviews of "Canoe-Camp the Ipoly" in May 2018 can be found at:

https://www.meetup.com/Fitness-Adventures-Midlands/about/comments/?op=all

PRICED AT JUST £299 (excluding flights), our adventure includes:

1 … Four days canoeing / kayaking the River Ipoly

2 … Optional walks to unspoilt Slovakian villages

3 … Three nights "wild" camping on the banks of the Ipoly

4 ... Four breakfasts, packed lunches and dinners

You can secure your place with a non-returnable deposit of £50 (£52.50 if paid by PayPal).

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“Canoe-Camp the Ipoly” is perfect for beginners and more experienced paddlers alike. Our adventure offers nomadic conditions; sleeping under “canvas”, eating authentic, freshly prepared, Hungarian food around the camp fire and bonding with nature; you will return home invigorated.

Our Hungarian hosts have established their wonderful canoeing and hiking business on the banks of the Danube at Zebegény, a picturesque and historic village in Pest county. The privilege of spending time with Endre and Mariann, their family and friends allows us to gain an insight into the culture, traditions and folklore of both Hungary and Slovakia. Endre (main picture) will lead the canoe-camp adventure whilst Mariann will spoil us with her amazing, authentic and traditional Hungarian cuisine; something not to be missed!

Whilst the Danube may get all the glory, the River Ipoly offers one of the last remaining stretches of a wild river in Hungary, expressing the true state of nature with hundreds of shallows, islands, islets and inner lakes. Unique flora and fauna has evolved with many protected flowers, insects, butterflies and birds; there are herons, egrets, cormorants; birds of prey are often seen circling above. There is a lack of awareness around the beauty of the many watercourses which criss-cross the Carpathian Basin.

All the photos that accompany this write-up were taken on "Canoe-Camp the Ipoly" in May 2018.

IMPORTANT - we can make no guarantee about precise itineraries as these must be decided by safety reasons, weather conditions and natural obstacles.

KIT LIST - a suggested kit list will be provided when you sign up for the trip. However, the following are mandatory (1) - Insurance; (2) - Closed toed, soft sole shoes; (3) - Waterproof jacket; (4) - Head-torch.

THE DETAIL - a non-refundable deposit of £50 payable via UK bank transfer (£52:50 payable via Paypal to cover their fees) will secure your place on our "Canoe-Camp the Ipoly" adventure. The balancing payment of £249 falls due on 1 March 2019; you risk forfeiting your place (and losing your deposit) if payment is not made on time.

PLEASE NOTE … return flights are NOT included, leaving you free to make your own travel arrangements to Budapest from your preferred airport.

THE SMALL PRINT - by joining this trip, you will be agreeing to the Group’s cancellation policy, available upon request.

IN PARTICULAR – by joining the trip you also confirm acceptance of the Group’s “TERMS AND DISCLAIMER”, clearly expressed on our Home Page … select “HOME” from the site menu and click on “About us …”