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Thrilling Kayaking Date on the Moskva River
Get your adrenaline pumping with a kayaking date on the Moskva River. Explore the scenic views of Moscow from a different perspective as you paddle against the current. This sporty date idea is perfect for couples who enjoy adventurous activities and love nature.
- On this adventurous date, you start your journey from the Gorky Park boat rental near the Pushkinskaya Embankment. After a brief lesson on kayaking basics, you begin your adventure, paddling along the Moskva River and enjoying the spectacular views of the cityscape.
- Half-way through, you stop on a secluded river bank to catch your breath, indulge in a packed picnic, and enjoy the unique peace and quiet that only a date on the water can offer. The second part of your adventure brings more fun as you paddle back to Gorky Park feeling more confident against the current.
- The date ends in the evening at a cosy riverside cafe near Gorky Park. Here you can bond more over a meal while sharing your thrilling kayaking experience and admiring the now more familiar Moscow cityscape from the shore.
Preparation steps:
- Before your date, you need to gear up fittingly. Practical sportswear, waterproof shoes, hats, and sunscreen are essential. Also, remember to carry adequate water and a packed picnic for your mid-journey break.
- For safety, make sure to watch videos or read articles about kayaking basics, so that you have a good idea about what to expect, even though you'll be given a brief lesson before you start your journey.
- Finally, you'll need to make reservations for the kayak rental in Gorky Park, as well as for the riverside cafe where your date will end.
Some tips:
- Ensure to check the weather forecast for the day to avoid any unpleasant surprises.
- The riverside cafe might have a dress code, so it's advisable to have a change of clothes in your backpack. A towel would also be helpful to dry off after your kayaking trip.
- Lastly and most importantly, even if you are good swimmers, don't forget to use the lifejackets provided by the kayak rental for your own safety.
Recommended locations:
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Pushkinskaya Naberezhnaya, Moscow, Russia, 119049
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Frunzenskaya Naberezhnaya, 32, Moscow, Russia, 119146
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