WHERE TO PADDLE · ITALY KAYAKING TOURS
Good italy kayaking tours fill up weeks ahead and the best ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Paddle Golfo Aranci with marine biologists, snorkel at Cala Moresca, spot wild dolphins, and enjoy a Sardinian aperitif for $53.
“Maria and Marco were great guides, very knowledgeable and friendly. We saw dolphins at sunset and an octopus as well as lots of cool fish with snorkeling earlier in the evening. Would highly recommend!”
Review of Capri’s 1.5-hour kayak tour, with sea caves, swimming, Faraglioni views, GoPro photos, guide tips, price, and practical advice.
“Kayaking today was absolutely wonderful — so beautiful and so much fun!”
Kayak Lake Albano from Rome, swim at a secluded beach, hear local history, and enjoy Roman pizza for $47 with transport included.
“100% the best activity we did when it Rome. It was such a lovely way to end our trip and escape the busyness of the city. We had great guides - Enrico and both Andrea’s, they were brilliant! I would definitely do this activity again and would highly recommend for anyone visiting Rome. Thank you Andrea (x2) and Enrico!”
Paddle scenic Lake Albano near Rome, swim in clear water, enjoy pizza, and learn local history on a friendly three-hour kayak tour.
“Wow! This was a wonderful day! The guides, equipment, gorgeous lake, swimming, pizza and transportation were perfect!”
Paddle around Bellagio on a small-group Lake Como kayak tour with Alpine views, local stories, quiet shores, and practical tips for a wet adventure.
“This tour was great! Fun and easy way to see the lake, and Michele was very knowledgeable and helpful.”
Paddle Venice’s quiet canals with a local English-speaking guide. This small-group kayak tour offers history, fresh views, and low-impact fun.
“We had a great fun experience with Darryl. He was a great instructor and very entertaining for all of us. Every one in the family really enjoyed it. We had a blast and learned a lot.”
Review of Olbia’s kayak, snorkeling, dolphin watching, and Sardinian aperitif tour, with practical tips on groups, timing, price, and footwear.
“Loved it! Friendly welcome from our 2 guides (francesco and mickey), good instruction, leisurely tour, opportunity to do some snorkelling, lovely picnic on figarola island ( recommend some footwear - pebbles distinctly uncomfortable on bare feet) and saw some dolphins - fab!”
Paddle Venice’s canals and lagoon in a small guided kayak group, with sunset, night, and daytime options, history, gear, and practical tips.
“This was an incredible experience. I definitely recommend it!”
Spend seven hours around Lampedusa with swimming, SUP, snorkeling, lunch, coastal views, and a small group of no more than 15 people.
“We crossed from Florida to Italy on a cruise to Civitavecchia. From there we took a train to Naples and spent about a week in an Airbnb on the old town about a half mile from the train station. That was an enjoyable experience. The street was quit narrow yet had cars going Read more”
Kayak from Sorrento to Bagni Regina Giovanna with friendly guides, free photos, swimming time, and gear included for $59.
“Tour was excellent, guides were safety conscious & provided lots of general knowledge along the way. Highly recommend this tour. Only small downside was too many people on the tour slowed things down & the activity took longer than the advertised 2 hours”
Paddle from Maiori to Pandora Cave, snorkel at a secluded beach, and see the Amalfi Coast from the water for $70.
“Loved the kayaking and the instructors. The they were very knowledgeable and friendly and made sure we had the best time. We recommend it 100% and would definitely do it again 😊”
Review of Carnassa Tour’s Monterosso kayak and snorkeling trip in Cinque Terre, with practical tips on cost, guides, swimming, weather, and value.
“We loved kayaking around Monterosso and Chiara was an excellent guide. She was super friendly and knowledgeable about the area.”
Paddle Vulcano’s caves, thermal waters, arches, and fumaroles on a small-group kayak tour with gear, snorkeling, and expert support.
“Très bon guide ! Avec une excellente réactivité.”
Paddle Capri’s clear waters into sea caves, swim beneath natural arches, and see the Faraglioni up close on this beginner-friendly kayak tour.
“Amazing experience swimming and kayaking in caves with blue water. They were very kind and flexible when I mistimed my ferry and allowed me to go on the next trip. (Note to others- travel around Capri even in shoulder season can take much longer and be much more complicated than you expect- plan accordingly!). Guide was awesome! Highly recommend!”
Paddle Golfo Aranci’s clear waters, snorkel Cala Moresca, snack on Figarolo, and watch for dolphins on this friendly small-group kayak tour.
“We had a wonderful morning with Philipp! discovering this marvelous bay with dolphins on one side and beautiful beaches to snorkel on the other side. it was a small group perfect for discovery and explanation. Philipp was very talkative and easy to access. perfect activity with my 2 kids (9 and 12)”
Pick a coast, a cave, a river or a tunnel.
