Croatia sea kayaking holidays
“A short, small group break, to sample Croatian island delights, with three full days of sea kayaking, staying on the island of Lopud. ”
Highlights
Guided sea kayaking | Lopud island| Kolocep island | Swimming in sea caves | Island hikes to secret coves | DubrovnikDescription of Croatia sea kayaking holidays
This short, five day sea Croatia sea kayaking holiday immerses you in the Adriatic archipelago, easily and exquisitely. Staying on the island of Lopud for four nights, a very quick journey from Dubrovnik, this island is beyond pretty. With its countless coves, sandy beaches, stunning ancient woodland, traditional villages and nearby archipelagic neighbours, all enveloped by the turquoise Adriatic, it really is paddling in paradise. Dubrovnik, sometimes called the Pearl of the Adriatic, is so close, you can even paddle around its magnificent medieval walls on a day trip from the island.This sea kayaking holiday includes three full days of paddling, fully guided, covering between ten and fifteen kilometres a day. But taking nice long lunches and siestas at one of the island’s many beauty spots. Or indeed, another nearby island such as Kolocep. In the late afternoon we paddle back to our base, staying in a small, locally owned island guesthouse where rooms are ensuite, shared, and within easy access to lovely island walks, shops and traditional tavernas.
There is no shortage of swimming and snorkelling on this holiday either, with sea caves and coves around every corner.
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Date
Price per adult
Basis
Status
25 Jul 2020
€575
excluding flights
Full
02 Aug 2020
€575
excluding flights
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05 Aug 2020
€575
excluding flights
Departure Guaranteed
09 Aug 2020
€575
excluding flights
Departure Guaranteed
16 Aug 2020
€575
excluding flights
Departure Guaranteed
23 Aug 2020
€575
excluding flights
Departure Guaranteed
30 Aug 2020
€575
excluding flights
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12 Sep 2020
€535
excluding flights
Departure Guaranteed
19 Sep 2020
€535
excluding flights
Departure Guaranteed
26 Sep 2020
€535
excluding flights
Departure Guaranteed
03 Oct 2020
€535
excluding flights
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Our top tip:
Pack hiking boots as well as your water shoes. You will want to explore the islands after you land.
Trip type:
Small group, Max. 16 people.
Activity level:
Moderate paddling 10-14 km/day.
Accomm:
Ensuite rooms in small family owned guesthouses.
Included:
Accommodation, 3 days kayaking, guides, transfers.
Meals:
All breakfasts and 2 dinners included. Cafes and small supermarkets on all islands.
Solos:
Solo travellers welcome. Surcharge for own room.
Vouchers
Accepted
Responsible tourism
As the pioneers of responsible tourism, we screen every trip so you can travel knowing your holiday will help support conservation and local people.
All of our guides are aware of their surrounding and they are constantly providing the travelers with suggestions on how to minimize potential negative impacts to the environment and marine ecosystems; to preserve water while showering, to clean the beach after themselves and use less plastic products, to carry reusable water bottles and store food in non disposable containers. Our guides emphasize on the importance of leaving the environment as it is. We observe marine life but we do not disturb it.
Our kayaks are made of recyclable plastic. They do not cause any form of air or water pollution and they do not produce noise that could be disturbing for marine life.
We are economic in use of water and electricity. We use public transport; regular ferry lines when crossing to the islands and public buses. We use rain water to rinse off all of our equipment.
Islands have their waste management. Guests are advised to separate their waste at the accommodation and never throw anything overboard while kayaking.
Families that accommodate our guests are recycling, using compost, growing their own fruit and vegetables and using rain water for watering the plants.
The Impacts of this Trip
We work with local guest houses on the islands and we do not take the commission from the local guesthouse owners.
We suggest that our travelers visit historically, culturally and environmentally important sights (Old Town of Dubrovnik, Renaissance villas on the island of Sipan, Nature Park Lokrum).
We volunteer with our services in local welfare projects by donating to organisations in Croatia that take care of children with special needs such as “Palcic gore”, “Djeca leptiri” , centre for mentally challenged children.
Environment
All of our guides are aware of their surrounding and they are constantly providing the travelers with suggestions on how to minimize potential negative impacts to the environment and marine ecosystems; to preserve water while showering, to clean the beach after themselves and use less plastic products, to carry reusable water bottles and store food in non disposable containers. Our guides emphasize on the importance of leaving the environment as it is. We observe marine life but we do not disturb it.
Our kayaks are made of recyclable plastic. They do not cause any form of air or water pollution and they do not produce noise that could be disturbing for marine life.
We are economic in use of water and electricity. We use public transport; regular ferry lines when crossing to the islands and public buses. We use rain water to rinse off all of our equipment.
Islands have their waste management. Guests are advised to separate their waste at the accommodation and never throw anything overboard while kayaking.
Families that accommodate our guests are recycling, using compost, growing their own fruit and vegetables and using rain water for watering the plants.
Community
The Impacts of this Trip
We work with local guest houses on the islands and we do not take the commission from the local guesthouse owners.
We suggest that our travelers visit historically, culturally and environmentally important sights (Old Town of Dubrovnik, Renaissance villas on the island of Sipan, Nature Park Lokrum).
We volunteer with our services in local welfare projects by donating to organisations in Croatia that take care of children with special needs such as “Palcic gore”, “Djeca leptiri” , centre for mentally challenged children.
Climate
16 Reviews of Croatia sea kayaking holidays
4.5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2019 by Victoria Hunter
Highlights were the beautiful clear blue seas, stunning scenery, swimming in the blue cave, amazing meals at local restaurants (freshly bbq’d fish), the feeling of achievement having kayaked to other islands and the camaraderie of our group Read full reviewReviewed on 11 Jul 2019 by Terhi Marja Claudia Takanen
I loved basic things like embarking the canoes on the rocks, sipping into turquoise water, swimming and diving. And the magnificent scenery, unspoiled nature and adriatic food. Read full reviewReviewed on 11 Jul 2019 by Berit Nordahl
The most memorable part of the holiday was kayaking on calm waters a grey and warm day, seeing the horizon melting into the sky and the only noise to hear is my own kayaking Read full reviewReviewed on 30 Jul 2018 by Christelle Jacobs
It was a fantastic experience. Our guides were great, they did everything they could to make it an experience we will never forget! Read full reviewReviewed on 11 Aug 2017 by Donna Murray
The highlight was the friendliness and helpfulness of the guides, seeing different areas, the food -everything really! Read full reviewReviewed on 14 Aug 2017 by Anne-Kari Petersen
If you have the chance, don't miss out on the dinner on a small farm in the hillsides of Lopud. The three days of kayaking around the beautiful islands was a perfect combination of activity and relaxation. The guides were skilled and very helpful. Read full reviewReviewed on 19 Jun 2016 by Karri Reagan
The beauty of Croatia in general was breath taking. The sea kayaking was a bit more than I expected so it was an adventure, but I loved it. Read full reviewReviewed on 21 Aug 2016 by Lesley Billingsley
Excellent location, friendly people and very relaxing activity holiday Read full reviewReviewed on 15 May 2016 by Ruth Cooper
The kayaking was great and our guide Amir was brilliant. Read full reviewReviewed on 26 Jun 2015 by Sarah Dobson
Great, relaxing holiday with kayaking everyday but also time off to explore the islands, swim or relax. Brilliant, fun guides who really looked after everyone in the group. Amazing way to see a bit of Croatia. Read full reviewReviewed on 08 Jun 2015 by Colette Langlois
Relax and have fun, don't worry about time or the weather or anything else, turn off laptops, ipads, phones, etc., and just go with what each day brings. Read full reviewReviewed on 08 Sep 2014 by kathyan kelly
Fantastic - looking forward to booking a trip for next year with the same company in a different part of Croatia. Felt very well looked after, and though it was only a short four day kayaking break, felt like a lot was packed into it. Read full reviewReviewed on 27 Jul 2014 by Michelle Blackmon
Hiking on the island of Lopud was breathtaking and snorkeling in the crystal clear water was delightful. The guides we had were wonderful, especially Ivana who got us where we needed to be and helped us tremendously when our plans changed. Read full reviewReviewed on 11 Sep 2012 by Christine Louise Angelou
Kayaking around beautiful such shores in beautiful weather - but also kayaking in strong winds and rain, which was exciting and challenging! On the second day, Amir our instructor showed us a fantastic blue lit cave that could only be reached by jumping out of the kayaks and swimming through a small entrance – lots of fun. Read full reviewReviewed on 31 Aug 2011 by Heidi Applegate
Excellent holiday. Well organised, great group leader (thanks Filip!), stunning scenery, gorgeous weather, good company. Fun and active. Would recommend it. Read full review
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