ARDARGIE RAFTING FIELD GUIDE
Duckies on the River Tay: Two‑person inflatable white‑water on Ardargie’s rapids
A 3‑hour, guide‑led paddling experience on the River Tay using two‑person inflatable duckies; this guide explains what to expect, what to bring, and who the trip suits.
Duckies on the River Tay: Two‑person inflatable white‑water on Ardargie’s rapids.
On the River Tay at Ardargie, Splash Rafting’s Duckies marry elements of raft, kayak and Canadian canoe into a two‑person inflatable craft that delivers direct contact with white water. Designed for smaller groups and guided oversight, the duckies let paddlers of all levels steer their own descent while expert guides keep a watchful eye — and the run operates year‑round, rain or shine.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Two‑person inflatable duckies
The Duckies are a hybrid craft — part white‑water raft, part kayak, part Canadian canoe — built for two people. They put control directly in the paddlers’ hands while still offering the stability and thrill of white‑water rafting, ideal for exploring rapids in smaller groups.
Run the River Tay’s white water
The experience is centered on navigating the River Tay’s rapids; Duckies are suitable year‑round and the rapids grow with rainfall, offering louder, more dynamic runs when conditions are wet.
Expert oversight for every run
While paddlers control their own craft, Splash Rafting’s expert guides maintain a watchful eye over the group to ensure safety, making the Duckies accessible to both beginners and more advanced paddlers.
What the day feels like
What the outing feels like
Across a three‑hour window on the River Tay, you and a partner paddle a two‑person inflatable ducky through a sequence of white‑water rapids, steering your own line while remaining within the watchful oversight of professional guides. The craft’s hybrid design delivers an intimate, high‑energy encounter with the river that suits complete beginners and seasoned paddlers alike, and the character of the run shifts with the weather — the more rain, the bigger the rapids.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The Duckies experience on the River Tay runs for approximately 3 Hours.
You will be provided with all paddling equipment, but bring an old pair of shoes to wear on the river (they will get wet), your swimwear, and a thermal layer to wear under your wetsuit.
Splash Rafting supplies everything you need to paddle your River Ducky safely.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Duckies trip?
The Duckies trip lasts 3 Hours.
Do I need prior rafting experience?
No — Duckies are suitable for all skill levels, from beginners to more advanced paddlers.
How many people fit in a ducky?
Duckies are two‑person inflatable river craft.
When do the trips operate?
River Duckies run year‑round, rain or shine; higher water after rain produces bigger rapids.
What should I bring with me?
Bring an old pair of shoes to wear on the river, swimwear, and a thermal layer to wear under your wetsuit; the operator will provide all paddling equipment.