Hens & Stags Party | Go With The Flow

Host your Hen or Stag Party Activity on The River Barrow

Kayaking is the perfect mix of activity, laughter, and unforgettable memories. It’s a chance to celebrate the bride/groom-to-be in a unique and adventurous way! This activity is suitable for complete beginners and can be tailored to suit the requirements of your group.

Once your trip is concluded we will send you a complimentary Digital Photo Album of your activity with us.

We are only 30 minutes drive from Kilkenny & Carlow Town too.

To make a booking please begin by filling out the enquiry form at the bottom of the page and our team will start planning your adventure.

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What We Teach

Team Building

Communication Skills

Safety Skills

Paddling Skills

A Typical Day At Go With The Flow

This sample schedule will change slightly depending on the length of your stay but will give you a good idea of what to expect.

Timing Details

1.45pm	Arrive at the River Barrow
2pm	Change into a wetsuit or other suitable clothing
2.10pm	Put on safety equipment such as a buoyancy jacket and helmet
2.15pm	On the river bank safety chat
2.30pm	Hit the water and practice some skills and learn how to navigate the boat
2.45pm	Enter the lock chamber and embark on the river adventure shooting weirs and riding rapids
4.30pm	Conclude the river journey, change back into dry clothing and get your free digital photo album
5pm	Home time (or grab lunch somewhere nearby)

What to bring?

We recommend you bring a full change of clothing incase you decide not to wear a wetsuit. Our largest wetsuit size is XXL. Please consider your clothing material sportswear is best as it doesn’t hold water. – Avoid cotton. If its warm out you are welcome to wear shorts and a t-shirt on the adventure.

Swimwear
Towel
Old runners that will get wet (Not flip flops or crocs etc.)
Wetsuit (If you have your own if not we will provide one)
Personal toiletries
Sunscreen (Fingers crossed)
Hat (If sunny)
Water and a snack if you like
Light rain coat
Extra layers such as a warm hat and fleece if its to be cold - Avoid Cotton
Full change of clothing
Optional extras: Waterproof phone case if you own one

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Testimonials

What People Are Saying About Us!

Stag day out with the lads

We had an unforgettable stag party with Go With The Flow. Our group had a mix of kayaks and open canoes, which were perfect for our mix of abilities. Our guide Charlie and his friendly dog pal kept us entertained all morning with tonnes of interesting information about the history of the area and reassurance for those who were a bit nervous of the bumpier parts of the river!
Overall, it was a fantastic activity, filled with good fun and lots of laughs. I would definitely recommend Go With The Flow to anyone looking for a unique and enjoyable experience

James O'Hagan

A super day trip

We were a large group of family and friends and had a super day on the river with the guys. Floating down the rapids was the best part. We all definitely want to do it again, even make it a regular event. I couldn’t recommend it more highly. The guys were really accommodating too as some people were late and were in a hurry, but they made it work for all of us. We won’t forget it. Thanks so much.

Sybil E

Team building day

We were a group of three self-guided Australians and visited May 2024. We hired one canoe, which 2 of us paddled, and 1 kayak. The weather was great, with sun shine for the entire 4 hours. We were met promptly and the vessels are kept in good order. We were given a ‘barrel’ to store our phones and dry clothes etc. We were able to contact the organisers during the paddle when we needed. Make sure you understand the transport arrangements as it is left to you to get yourself to the launch spot and back to town from where you emerge after the paddle. Some locks require some strength to navigate and the route around them is not always easy to locate. It can depend on seasonal conditions. This paddle was a highlight of our trip. It really is gorgeous, safe and fun! The river signs will always steer you safely around any rapids if you choose not to take them on! Thank you for this family run local business!

Deb Carr

Stag gathering

Great day out, shook the cobwebs off!! Charlie and the lads were brilliant. They were so sound I thought they were actually part of the stag!! Def coming back here next chance I get. Lovely surroundings, good equipment and dead sound instructors. What more would ya want?

Conor H

Brilliant fun on the Barrow

There’s a first time for everything and we thoroughly enjoyed making a splash kayaking on the River Barrow, Co. Carlow with our new four legged friend Bloom (the doggo) 🐾
Big thanks to our kayak instructor Rachel and the team at Go With The Flow for an amazing experience! Super activity if you’re travelling on your own or in a group 💚
We recommend you bring at least a spare pair of shoes and extra clothes (you can get changed in the dressing rooms at the start).

BEST OF IRELAND

Stag Day out !!! Amazing Experience Canoeing

We went for a canoeing outing for my friends STAG had a great time on the river , an amazing trip with beautiful scenery and we were lucky to have amazing weather. All gear provided, facilities for changing and showering were superb.Charlie is a amazing instructor and made us feel confident even though we hadn’t tried canoeing before. The instructions provided were clear and easy to follow .
We had such a great time going down weirs in the canoe and getting to swim down the rapids and there wasn’t a dull moment.
We loved every second of it.

I would highly recommend Go With The Flow – River Adventures .
Thanks Charlie we had a fantastic day!!!

Abhayaiya