Private Kayak and snorkeling in Kalamata

The place

This is a coast to coast trip along the seaside villages east of Kalamata. From the beachfront of the Messinian capital to the seaside villages of the region of West Mani such as Almyros, Mikri Mantinia, Paleochora, Akrogiali, Santova and Kitries, we discover numerous small beaches, spectacular rock formations and turquoise waters. At a distance we get a sight of the foothills of mount Taygetos and on our side constantly lies mount Kalathio, a mountain that literally touches the sea.

The activity

This trip is suitable for everybody but ideal for families with kids. We will journey along the coastline at a relaxed pace, landing on beaches and just having a good time exploring. We'll keep the pace relaxed, take a few breaks and make sure everybody is having a great time on the sea. Our trip begins from the beachfront of Kalamata. Before departure, we prepare our equipment and attend a brief but comprehensive introduction to the principles of sea kayaking. During the trip we will enjoy the friendly Messinian gulf paddling next to scenic harbors with fishing boats while receiving interesting knowledge and information about the culture, history and traditions of the region. In the spots with the most beautiful water we take the advantage for a break for swimming and snorkeling. A bigger break is scheduled halfway in order to relax, swim in the crystal waters and taste a delicious picnic of freshly baked bread, organic, garden-grown fruits and vegetables, homemade olive oil, and cheese. Once the lunch stop is over we paddle back to the starting point to end a relaxing paddling day in Kalamata’s beachfront.

• Meeting time: 9:30 a.m.
• Meeting point: Archontiko Avias
• Availability: Every day year round (upon request)
• Trip distance: 4-5 nautical miles
• Trip duration with breaks: 4 hours
• Difficulty: Easy / No previous experience required
• Suitability: Suitable for all / Beginners, families and kids

At a glance:

• Every day departures
• Great weather, protected area
• Small groups, personalized care
• Relaxed pace safety and fun
• Suitable for all ages and abilities
• Ideal for families and children
• Friendly BC certified trip leaders
• Homemade picnic provided
• Discounts for families and kids
• Snorkeling equipment provided
• Free photos from the trip

The majority of our day trips are suitable for beginners. We keep a stable and comfortable paddling pace and there's sufficient rest time during our stops. A day trip comprises 30 minutes briefing and preparation, 2-2.5 hours comfortable paddling exploration, 1-1.5 hours free time for picnic, rest, snorkeling, swimming, and other activities. Our experienced trip leaders ensure that everybody is happy, safe and is having a fun day.

* If you are happy to paddle with a mixed group or don't want to spend more money then, booking a standard group trip is the best way to go. Private trips really work best with groups of experienced paddlers or groups of friends who want to do the trip slightly different, would like to do a more advanced journey or just want to have privacy and enjoy the trip just themselves.