The 4 Kayak and Snorkel Tours in Italy That Earn Their Price

1.Amalfi Coast: Kayak, Snorkeling, Pandora Cave & Hidden Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 371 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $70Our pick

Set out from Maiori with local guides including Danilo, Salvatore, Nicola, and Danny for a 3.5-hour paddle past Norman Tower, lemon terraces, sea caves, and Grotta di Pandora. You’ll stop at a clear-water beach to swim, snorkel, eat fresh fruit, and collect tour photos.

“Loved the kayaking and the instructors. The they were very knowledgeable and friendly and made sure we had the best time. We recommend it 100% and would definitely do it again 😊”

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2.Kayak experience with Carnassa Tour in Cinque Terre + Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 359 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $83

Paddle a sit-on-top kayak along Monterosso with guides such as Chiara, Cara, and Kiera, hearing local stories before stopping to swim and snorkel near a cove and waterfall. The two-hour outing suits beginners and families, but you must be able to swim.

“Wonderful way to see hidden treasures of Cinque Terre! The snorkeling was amazing!! Our guide was an absolute delight!”

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3.Kayak Tour with Snorkeling and Local Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 235 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $66Best value

Meet Ecosport Sardinia at Cala Suaraccia for a guided 2.5-hour kayak trip along the Tavolara coast. Paddle to Proratora, enter a marine cave, snorkel with fish and starfish, and share seasonal fruit. Double kayaks suit beginners, while experienced paddlers can choose singles.

“We enjoyed the whole excursion! It is the best experience I’ve ever had! Really recommend to everyone!”

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4.Monterosso al Mare: Monterosso Kayak and Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 208 reviews · 2 hours · from $81

Join Carnassa Cinque Terre Kayak Tour at Monterosso’s Stella Marina Beach Bar for two hours of guided paddling, sea caves, swimming, and snorkeling. Guides such as Chiara share local history and marine facts. Stable sit-on-top kayaks, showers, changing rooms, and dry bags make this easy to manage.

“Really good fun. Guide was extremely knowledgeable and even when the sea was a little rough near the cave, we still felt safe in her hands ;)”

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