1.Amsterdam Countryside Bike and Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 215 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $83Our pick

Ride Dutch bike paths, kayak the Watergang wetlands, and stop at windmill and church towns on a small-group outing with Tristan.

“Tristan was an amazing host. The cycle ride through the countryside was beautiful but the head winds on the return were a challenge for me. Kayaking through the country canals and then into the village was incredibly picturesque. An awesome experience which I would do again. Thank you Tristan for a memorable experience.”

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2.Guided Canoe Adventure with Picnic Lunch in Waterland from Amsterdam

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 85 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $112

A small-group canoe trip from Amsterdam into Waterland wetlands, finished with a local picnic on an island and optional swim.

“A wonderful tour with a very knowledgeable Dutch guide. Majel shared a wealth of information about Dutch history, culture and wetlands management. This is a very easy canoe trip on flat water all the way. Our mid-week tour consisted of 6 people, most of whom were retirement age. We saw ducklings, newborn lambs, and quaint Dutch villages. The picnic was very generous and you certainly will not walk away hungry. We will do this tour again the next time we visit Holland. Highly recommended!”

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3.Small-Group Guided Sunset Canoe Tour in Waterland with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · 4 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $96

Paddle into Waterland for sunset views from a canoe, then enjoy a picnic dinner by a lake with a small-group guide.

“Awesome experience! The guide was great at providing a historical perspective and was great company for the trip. I would definitely recommend!”

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4.Amsterdam: Countryside Bike and Kayak Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 45 reviews · 5 hours · from $84

Bike and kayak the North Holland countryside from Amsterdam, with the d’Admiraal windmill, wildlife canals in Broek in Waterland, and a small-group pace.

“Tristan was an awesome guide. If you go to Amsterdam, be sure to book! We had the most idyllic bike ride from the city to the countryside and kayaked in the picturesque canals. This is probably our favorite thing we did in our whole week we spent in Europe.”

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5.Amsterdam: 2-Hour Guided Canoe Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 31 reviews · 2 hours · from $47

Paddle through Watergang’s canals and Dutch wetlands on a small guided 2-hour canoe trip, with a drink break and village calm.

“A fantastic canoe tour with a truly lovely host. If you're looking to experience the Dutch spirit from a fresh angle, this is a must-do.”

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6.Fresh nose tour with the canoe through the nature near Amsterdam

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $46Best value

Small-group canoe nature trip just outside Amsterdam, paddling through Waterland and Natura2000 by Canadian canoe with a drink break.

“We had a wonderful time canoeing through the islands. We learned about local culture and history, enjoyed a light snack and got to paddle peacefully through the Dutch countryside with a few other people. Saw ducks, geese, cows, goats, fish and more. Truly a peaceful paddle through a freshwater paradise. Loved it.”

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7.Amsterdam 5-Hour Guided Canoe Trip in the Wetlands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 5 hours · from $105

A guided canoe safari through North Holland wetlands near Amsterdam, with birdwatching, windmills, and a picnic on an island.

“It was a lot of fun, intimate setting with a local guide. Met a friend, too.”

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8.Amsterdam: 2-Hour Stand Up Paddle Board Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 15 reviews · from $142

2-hour SUP tour on Amsterdam canals and the Amstel, under bridges and past museums. Equipment, guide, and photos included.

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9.Amsterdam: Dutch Countryside Sunset Canoe Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 14 reviews · 4 hours · from $92

Watch the Dutch countryside sunset on a 4-hour canoe tour from Amsterdam Noord, with lake picnic, drinks, and optional swim.

“It was really nice experience which felt also quite authentic in comparison to other tourist attractions in Amsterdam City. It was just perfect - nothing to add.”

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