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Sea-Kayaking in Croatia
Croatia is a paradise for calm water sea kayaking in the midst of striking natural beauty and nearly 2000 years of history.
With a Mediterranean climate and a stable government, Croatia is fast becoming THE place to kayak in Europe. Mediterranean cuisine cooked in locally -grown olive oil, fresh seafood, excellent accommodation and professionally guided trips are just some of the highlights of our new kayaking journeys in Croatia.
Basing this 8-day kayaking trip in Dubrovnik will allow evenings free to discover this magical, medieval city. Modern Dubrovnik has nearly perfectly intact fortifications dating back to the 7th century.
Heavy shelled in the 1990's, Dubrovnik has been completely rebuilt and is a thriving jewel on the Adriatic and a World Heritage site.
With easy kayaking right from the city and returning each evening except for two nights on nearby islands, we will have time to admire ancient buildings, pristine wildlife and glide silently over the translucent waters of the Adriatic. Guided by a team of English-speaking, local professionals and followed by a skiff with our gear, we will travel around the Elafiti Archipelago, stopping for snorkeling, picnicking and admiring the schools of dolphins, which occasionally swim with our boats.
This sea kayaking journey has been tailored for both beginners and accomplished paddlers. Our main ambition is not to cover as much territory as possible, but rather, to allow you to discover this amazing country, slowly, in touch with its history, people, culture and cuisine.
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Dates and Prices 2008
Sea-Kayaking in Croatia (8 days, 6 half to full days of kayaking, swimming, snorkelling, sight-seeing, relaxing...):
May 10 - May 17, 2008
October 04 - 11, 2008
Price: CAD $2625 (US $2500), Single supplement: CAD $200
Itinerary in Short (download a detailed itinerary)
Day 1: Arrival at Dubrovnik Airport and transfer to Zaton Bay where we will be lodging in seaside accommodation. Briefing and welcome dinner, time off to visit the city of Dubrovnik.
Day 2: The morning will be spent in Zaton Bay where we will receive sea kayaking instructions from our guides and go over safety procedures. Afternoon paddle along the coast, with ample time to swim and snorkel, back to Zaton Bay.
Day 3: Our first foray outside of the sheltered bay as we head for Kolocep Island where lunch and a swim in the warm waters of the Adriatic awaits us. Afternoon paddle back to Zaton Bay and evening in Dubrovnic.
Day 4: Today will be the start of our 3- day 'expedition' to the Elafiti Archipelago. Loading our kayaks with minimal amounts of gear, we will paddle to Kolocep Island, where we will camp for the night.
Day 5: Departing in the late morning, we will paddle to our next destination, the Island of Sipan and Sunja Bay, home to many of Dubrovnik's aristocracy and their splendid summer residences.
Day 6: Packing up our gear, we will point the bows of our kayaks toward the mainland and will visit Trsteno and several other small, picturesque, villages. Plenty of opportunities for swims and photography.
Day 7: A lazy morning awaits us as we can spend it lounging on the beach or taking a short paddle journey in the bay. The afternoon will allow us time to visit Dubrovnik once again, sip coffee along the promenade, circle the city on the high ramparts above, or shop for souvenirs. Farewell dinner in Zaton Bay.
Day 8: Transfer day to airport and connecting flights.
Details/Accommodation
Accommodation: Local, charming Bed & Breakfasts, two nights of optional camping.
Included in the price:
Transfer from Dubrovnik airport to Zaton Bay, all kayak equipment (kayak, paddle,
spray deck, life jacket, snorkeling gear, waterproof bags), professional, certified
kayaking guide, assistant guide, all accommodation and all meals, all camping
equipment for the two optional nights of camping, all local transport, camping
equipment for the optional two days of camping, guided sight-seeing tour of Dubrovnik.
Trip Leaders
- All our guides are internationally certified
- All trips are lead by local, bilingual guides and an assistant guide.
- All of our guides are professionals, and are skilled at transmitting their tremendous knowledge of the island to you.
Can I do it? - Trip Difficulty, Sea Kayaking Croatia
Level 1 (From 1=easy to 5=very strenuous)
Easy paddling in sheltered waters, mostly half days.
Optional camping, hiking along beaches, snorkeling, swimming, sight-seeing. Previous kayaking experience not required.
