Frequently Asked Questions

Question: Do I need a sea kayaking experience?
Answer: No, most of our customers are first-timers. Sea kayaking is easy to pick up, and beginners can complete a decent journey on their first time in a sea kayak. All of our trips are about journeying. We paddle at a relaxed pace, we learn on the move, and enjoy the freedom that sea kayaking offers.

Question: Is a Kalamata kayaking suitable for families with kids?
Answer: Absolutely, Yes! Sea kayaking is a beautiful way for your child to explore the outdoors. There are so many reasons to love sea kayaking with kids. You are watching them gain confidence in the water, giving them the chance to see places from a different perspective, teaching them about marine conservation and the environment. Kids just love it.

Question: What is the minimum age for a kid to join a Sea Kayaking trip
Answer: Kids from 5 to 12 may join a regular trip as a subgroup of a routine group trip, and a private guide will be provided for extra care and better enjoyment of the journey. We always put kids in double kayaks with one parent and stay with them at all times. If your kids are over 13 sporty and confident, then they may be able to paddle their own sea kayaks.

Question: What kind of fitness level do I need to take part in?
Answer: Sea kayaking is similar in intensity to walking. It is an easy aerobic exercise, occasionally turning into moderate, involving lots of different muscle groups but mainly the muscles of the torso and upper body. Keep in mind that the most important thing is to have fun and to enjoy the journey. We'll take plenty of breaks and paddle at an achievable pace.

Question: What size of the group?
Answer: Up to 12 people on our standard group trips. Most of our groups consist of couples, families, and individuals. We can also cater to private trips.

Question: Is lunch provided?
Answer: Yes, indeed, Simple, nutritious, and flavorsome, the food is one of the pleasures during our trips. Halfway we make a relaxing stop at a beach to taste a picnic with freshly baked bread, organic garden-grown fruits and vegetables, homemade olive oil, and cheese.

Question: What route will we take?
Answer: We usually perform our tours within a certain route aiming to visit the most beautiful spots each trip has to offer. However, your guide is likely to choose an alternative route that suits the conditions on the day and the experience and needs of the group. This is the safest and best way to operate sea kayak trips.

Question: Will I learn about sea kayak skills?
Answer: Although our trips are primarily about guided experiences, you will also learn entry-level paddling techniques as part of the journey. A lot of learning about sea kayaking comes from experience and is best done as individuals on the move and in context. You will be free to spend a few moments practicing skills and techniques during the break. However, if you want to learn more skills and benefit from individualized coaching, then a private trip would be a suitable option.

Question: What is the weather like?
Answer: Greece has a Mediterranean climate and one of the sunniest climates worldwide. The weather along the coasts is warm from April to October. The wind speed and sea state are the primary factors that affect whether we will run the trip. If the conditions are dangerous, then we will cancel, and you won't be charged, we can try and re-schedule if possible.