ALEXANDRIA KAYAK FIELD GUIDE
One-to-One Loch Lomond: A Kayak at Your Shoulder for a Solo Open-Water Swim
A personalized, escorted swim across Loch Lomond — this guide explains what to expect from a one-to-one kayak-accompanied session and how to prepare.
One-to-One Loch Lomond: A Kayak at Your Shoulder for a Solo Open-Water Swim.
Swim solo across the glass-dark expanse of Loch Lomond with a kayak escort by your side; Inchbaggers Open Water Swimming tailors a one-to-one session to your pace and goals so you can refine technique, build confidence, or simply sink into the water with safety and focus.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
One-to-one kayak escort
The session is dedicated to a single swimmer with a kayak partner whose attention is on you — safety, pacing, and support are all focused on the individual swimmer.
Customisable swims on Loch Lomond
Routes are planned to suit your ability and preference, meaning you and the operator discuss and set the course before you launch so the swim matches your goals.
Safety, coaching and optional video
Your kayak escort keeps you visible and supported throughout; optional technique feedback and action-camera-friendly recording can be arranged to help you improve stroke and pacing.
What the day feels like
What the Swim Feels Like
The outing unfolds as a focused, individualized open-water session: a planned swim across or along Loch Lomond, with a kayak at your side to mark your line, offer support, and provide immediate feedback when desired. Time on the water is adjusted to your aims — technique work, confidence-building, or a relaxed crossing — all in a one-to-one format.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this session suits — and who it doesn’t.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Sessions run from roughly 1 to 4 hours depending on the route and your goals.
Sessions are action-camera friendly if you want recordings; discuss any additional kit needs with the operator when booking.
Meet at Loch Lomond — the exact meeting point is provided after booking.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does a session last?
Sessions are scheduled from 1 to 4 hours depending on the chosen route and objectives.
Where do we meet?
Meet at Loch Lomond; the operator provides the exact meeting point after you book.
Is this suitable for beginners or non-swimmers?
No; the session is not suitable for non-swimmers or anyone uncomfortable in open water.
Will I have a kayak escort for the whole swim?
Yes — a kayak escort accompanies the swimmer throughout to ensure visibility and support.
Can I get technique feedback or video of my swim?
Optional technique feedback and video recording are available; sessions are action-camera friendly so you can arrange footage and coaching notes.