Kayak & canoe · WILDLIFE KAYAK TOURS IN ITALY
Good wildlife kayak tours in Italy run small and the great ones close out early. Below: the 6 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.”
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 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”
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.”
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