Kayak & canoe · WILDLIFE KAYAK TOURS IN ITALY
Good wildlife kayak tours in Italy run small and the great ones close out early. Below: the 12 to book ahead, what each includes and how they differ once you are afloat.
Paddle from Spiaggia dei Baracconi with marine biologists toward Cala Moresca, Figarolo, and a sea fish farm where dolphins are often seen. You will kayak, snorkel, learn about local sea life, and finish with Sardinian snacks and drinks. Guides may include Marco, Maria, Emmanuel, or Vincent.
“HUGE thanks to Emmanuel and Maria that made the experience so unique!”
Paddle from Baracconi Beach with guides including Maria, Emmanuel, Marco, and Francesco. Stop to snorkel at Cala Moresca, visit Figarolo Island for Sardinian snacks and drinks, and look for bottlenose dolphins near the fish farm. The three-hour trip suits beginners, families, and confident paddlers.
“The guide, the water, the dolphins, the snorkeling, the kayaking... 10s across the board! Highly recommended!”
Paddle from Spiaggia dei Baracconi with Philipp, an English-, German-, and Italian-speaking guide. Stop to swim and snorkel at Cala Moresca and Figarolo, enjoy Sardinian food or a sunset aperitif, then watch for dolphins near Golfo Aranci’s fish farm.
“We had such a great. The guide was fantastic, so friendly and helpful. The trip itself is at a nice leisurely place. He brought lovely little picnic of wine beer and snacks. When it’s time for sunset and to head to where the dolphins are the atmosphere is so beautiful - very serene and special. Highly recommend.”
Set out from Baracconi Beach with a small group and English or Italian guides. Choose a transparent kayak for seabed views or a traditional model for extra comfort, then paddle toward Cala Moresca and Figarolo, snorkel in clear water, watch for dolphins, and finish with local snacks and a drink.
“Great experience from the kayaking to the dolphins to the snorkeling on the island and to the great reception back at the meeting point with snacks and drinks all included . Small group and families with children also did the activity quite easily”
Join Philipp in a small English-speaking group for a 2.5 to 3-hour kayak trip from Spiaggia dei Baracconi. Learn safe paddling, stop at Cala Moresca for local snacks, paddle near Figarolo, and watch for wild dolphins by the fish farm. Morning and sunset aperitifs vary.
“Really nice experience with Philipp in a small group which made it so much more enjoyable. Philipp is very kind and thoughtful and made sure to give everyone in the group attention and to pass his knowledge of the area. I would definitely recommend.”
Join a 2.5-hour sunset kayak tour from Spiaggia dei Baracconi with guides such as Maria and Vincent. Learn basic paddling, snorkel, search for dolphins, and share Sardinian cheese, cured meat, beer, and snacks on the water.
“Gut war: - Am Schluss die Fahrt zu den Delphinen. - Der Imbiss auf einer der ersten Inseln - Schnorcheln war toll. Besser sein könnte: - Die Beschilderung der Location - Es wurde zu wenig in Englisch erklärt, je nach Guide nur Italienisch. - Bei der Anmeldung wurde ich mehrfach weggeschickt, da keiner den Voucher erkannt oder akzeptiert hat. - Es gab nur ein 3er-Kajak, obwohl bei der Anmeldung klar erkennbar war, dass mehrere „3er“-Familien kommen werden.”
Join Claudia, Fabio, and their local team for a three-hour SUP trip from Spiaggia dei Baracconi. Learn the basics, paddle around Figarolo, stop for a Sardinian breakfast or aperitif, and watch for bottlenose dolphins, seabirds, turtles, and mouflons.
“We had an amazing time on this SUP tour. Our guides were superb! They gave me (beginner) a quick class on SUP and we were on our way! Highlight was of course, the dolphins! They were curious and played in front of use and we couldn't Read more”
Start before the day heats up with a guided kayak and snorkel tour from Spiaggia dei Baracconi. Guides including Rosa, Vincent, Maria, and Francesco lead you toward Cala Moresca, Figarolo Island, and a fish farm known for dolphins, with breakfast on a quiet island.
“Het was een bijzondere beleving. Zo vroeg in de ochtend. De stilte en de rust, Er werd heel leuk vertelt en de gidsen spraken alle nodige talen. Heel vriendelijke en vrolijke mensen. Helaas hebben we niet heel veel activiteit van de dolfijnen gezien, maar toch hebben ze zichzelf even boven water laten zien. Hele leuke ervaring en zeker de moeite waard om te doen”
Join Philipp for a three-hour kayak trip from Spiaggia dei Baracconi to Cala Moresca, Figarolo, and the Golfo Aranci fish farm. Paddle with up to nine people, swim and snorkel in clear water, enjoy Sardinian food, and watch for dolphins. Tours run in English, German, or Italian.
Join guide Taran and a group of up to eight for a three-hour sunset kayak trip from Golfo Aranci to Isola di Figarolo. You will receive a safety briefing, kayak along a known dolphin area, snorkel in clear water, and use double kayaks for children under 12.
“Bella l’esperienza in kayak, ma è stato dato per scontato che i delfini non si sarebbero palesati causa vento, senza neanche provare ad andare a vedere/sperare (non metto in dubbio le sue conoscenze a riguardo, ma è stato dato per scontato quindi personalmente sono ritornata a casa con l’amaro in bocca del “e se invece si”)”
Join Go Sea Kayak for a three-hour sunset paddle from Golfo Aranci to Isola di Figarolo and Cala Moresca, a regular dolphin area. Taran and the small team provide kayaks, safety gear, snorkeling equipment, and professional photos. No experience is needed, and children can join in double kayaks.
“Esperienza stupenda, ben oltre le aspettative. Taran insegnante e guida competente. Da rifare assolutamente. Siamo anche riusciti a vedere i delfini come da descrizione. Consigliatissimo.”
Join Aloysia Buraggi and local SUP guides for a small-group paddle from Baracconi Beach to Cala Moresca and Figarolo Island. You’ll learn basic SUP skills, look for dolphins, swim and snorkel, then share a Sardinian breakfast or aperitif on the water.
“Fantastisch, hele leuke ervaring met een gezellige dame! We zien wel dolfijnen… tof”
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