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Liguria
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Province of La Spezia
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La Spezia
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Cinque Terre Kayaking Trip from Monterosso
5 h
About this activity
Morning Option (5 hours):
Pack your own lunch snacks (own expense) and travel independently to the start point in Monterosso for your 5-hour kayaking tour.
On arrival, get a safety briefing from an experienced kayak guide, put on your provided lifejacket, and run through instructions for paddling your craft.
Once you’re ready, hop into your single or double kayak and set off with your guide on the crystal waters. While the route can sometimes be challenging, the trip is aimed at all levels of experience, whether you’re a first-time or seasoned kayaker.
Admire the views from the sea and paddle into the Cinque Terre Protected Marine Area as you work your way around the spectacular cliffs.
As you paddle along at a leisurely pace, soak up the awe-inspiring scenery, and watch for dolphins and seabirds — cormorants and gannets are frequent visitors to this stretch of coast.
Round the cliffs, and drink in the gorgeous views of the terraced hills and coastal village of Vernazza. Then, continue to Guvano beach, an idyllic bay clasped between two headlands.
Pull up on the pebbles and enjoy some well-deserved down time. Refuel with any snacks or drinks you’ve brought with you, top up your tan or take a dip in the turquoise seas.
Afterward, return to your kayak and paddle on to another Cinque Terre gem, the pastel-colored port town of Corniglia. Then, if you and the rest of your group wish, head further south to the villages of Manarola and Riomaggiore before circling back to Monterosso.
Otherwise, take a look around the immediate area in your kayak or enjoy more time ashore before making your way back to Monterosso, where your tour ends.
Sunset Option (2.5 hours):
On board of your kayak, depart from Monterosso and enjoy the sunset, when the sea is less crowded and everything is quieter. Paddle towards Vernazza to discover its cliffs and caves, swim in the crystalline water, and stop at a waterfall spring.
Then experience a real aperitivo in a quiet cove accessible only by sea with local organic wine and focaccia from Liguria. Your tour will conclude at your original departure point.
Half day option (winter tour - 3,5 hours):
During the less crowded season, paddle safely with a local guide coasting amazing cliffs from Monterosso to Vernazza and Corniglia. The surprising mild temperatures between autumn and spring and the incredible variety of colors are the key to a unique experience: visit the Cinque Terre from a different perspective. A lunch break in Vernazza will be the best solution to relax facing the sea and explore this little village.
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Pack your own lunch snacks (own expense) and travel independently to the start point in Monterosso for your 5-hour kayaking tour.
On arrival, get a safety briefing from an experienced kayak guide, put on your provided lifejacket, and run through instructions for paddling your craft.
Once you’re ready, hop into your single or double kayak and set off with your guide on the crystal waters. While the route can sometimes be challenging, the trip is aimed at all levels of experience, whether you’re a first-time or seasoned kayaker.
Admire the views from the sea and paddle into the Cinque Terre Protected Marine Area as you work your way around the spectacular cliffs.
As you paddle along at a leisurely pace, soak up the awe-inspiring scenery, and watch for dolphins and seabirds — cormorants and gannets are frequent visitors to this stretch of coast.
Round the cliffs, and drink in the gorgeous views of the terraced hills and coastal village of Vernazza. Then, continue to Guvano beach, an idyllic bay clasped between two headlands.
Pull up on the pebbles and enjoy some well-deserved down time. Refuel with any snacks or drinks you’ve brought with you, top up your tan or take a dip in the turquoise seas.
Afterward, return to your kayak and paddle on to another Cinque Terre gem, the pastel-colored port town of Corniglia. Then, if you and the rest of your group wish, head further south to the villages of Manarola and Riomaggiore before circling back to Monterosso.
Otherwise, take a look around the immediate area in your kayak or enjoy more time ashore before making your way back to Monterosso, where your tour ends.
Sunset Option (2.5 hours):
On board of your kayak, depart from Monterosso and enjoy the sunset, when the sea is less crowded and everything is quieter. Paddle towards Vernazza to discover its cliffs and caves, swim in the crystalline water, and stop at a waterfall spring.
Then experience a real aperitivo in a quiet cove accessible only by sea with local organic wine and focaccia from Liguria. Your tour will conclude at your original departure point.
Half day option (winter tour - 3,5 hours):
During the less crowded season, paddle safely with a local guide coasting amazing cliffs from Monterosso to Vernazza and Corniglia. The surprising mild temperatures between autumn and spring and the incredible variety of colors are the key to a unique experience: visit the Cinque Terre from a different perspective. A lunch break in Vernazza will be the best solution to relax facing the sea and explore this little village.
Included
- Professional local guide
- Kayak, paddle, dry bag and lifejacket
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Additional
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Being able to swim is a fundamental pre-requisite, otherwise you will not be allowed to join the tour.
- Minimum numbers of 3 apply (2 for the Half day winter tour). There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- A maximum of 12 people per booking (8 for the Half day winter tour).
- Sunglasses and sunscreen are recommended
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Comfortable shoes (sneakers) or neoprene boots are recommended
Features
Tourism
95%
Aquatic
95%
Cultural
70%
Adrenaline
65%
Reviews
This trip is so worth it! The views are beautiful and the instructor (Simone) was extremely nice and helpful! His historical information is very interesting and the wine was amazing. We were even a couple minutes late (got stuck on the train) and he called us and waited for us to get there. So considerate of them. Highly recommend!
Great to work off the pasta. Which is less than 100 characters but who cares other than this website.
SUPERB TOUR. Our guide Giuseppe is fantastic. He knew so much about the area, took us to gorgeous spots. It was a wonderful sunset kayak trip. I highly recommend.
Guiseppe was a very experienced and informative guide. This kayak trip requires moderate physical activity and ability to navigate the rocks,which was find for this mom of twenty somethings. You can kayak on a single or double, easy to manage plastic kayak. Our guide providrf an wonderful personal experience with lots of info about the natural cliffs, sea , history and amazing views of the the Cinque Terre towns of Monterosso and Vernazza were the prize. During our 40 minute break from kayaking, we experienced local organic wine , paired with a delicious snack of fresh foccacia bread with pesto! yum!. I was able to swim some during our 40 minute break, the sea was perfect temperature and was able to view some fish! bring you mask and surf shoes for max comfort. Highly recommend this sea kayak experience!
Horrible experience! Unsafe conditions.
Another great tour experience! Small group of 8 and our guide was Giuseppe. We were very fortunate to have good weather and be able to take the kayaks out, always a risk with this time of year as we got rained out of a boat tour earlier in the week in Capri. Guiseppe was an excellent guide, again as well as an excellent teacher. I hadn't been on a Kayak in years and it difficult to get this wrong. We did the sunset tour and we were out on the water for about 3 hours with a break mid way for a snack of focaccia and wine! Giuseppe was very watchful and kept the group together, as well as took many pictures of us while out on the water. he took us into little caves and through some small grottos that made it very interesting and exciting! we saw a small waterfall, and our snack break took place in a small rocky cove surrounded by beautiful limestone. If you like to keep it active on your trips this is a good way to switch it up from all the hiking and walking you'll be doing!
Walter was a great host, he took pictures for us and we had a nice snack with wine. Definitely a fun thing to do In town.