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Cinque Terre Half Day Kayak Trip from Monterosso
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- 3 hours (approx.)
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- Offered in: English
Overview
Explore the waters of the Italian Riviera on this 3-hour kayaking trip along the Cinque Terre coastline. Departing from Monterosso, paddle alongside an expert guide, passing hidden coves, rugged cliffs and the bright, pastel hues of the five villages. Pause to stretch out on the beach or cool off with a swim before continuing on your journey. For an evening adventure, choose the sunset option with a stop in a cove for wine and snacks. Numbers are limited to twelve, with all skill levels welcome.
- 3-hour kayaking trip along the spectacular Cinque Terre coast from Monterosso
- Absorb stunning views of the UNESCO-listed coastline from the water
- Paddle by rugged cliffs, secret bays and beautiful Cinque Terre villages
- Take a rest on a beautiful beach, with time to swim or sunbathe
- Watch for dolphins and seabirds, including cormorants and gannets
- 2.5-hour sunset option with a stop in a cove for wine and snacks
- Small-group tour with one guide or two guides, ensuring personalized attention.
- 3-hour kayaking trip available during winter time
What's Included
- Professional local guide
- Kayak, paddle and lifejacket
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
- Via Fegina, 11Via Fegina, 11, 19016 Monterosso al Mare SP, Italy
The meeting point will be 30 min earlier at Bagni Fegina in Monterosso. Leaving the train station of Monterosso, turn right and walk for approx 5 min The beach Bagni Fegina is on your left, after the car park and the soccer field. The guide is waiting inside https://goo.gl/maps/xs8c9NCiQhE2GEqn7
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Meet your guide in Monterosso to begin your kayaking adventure. Pack your own lunch snacks for the ride and get comfortable on your kayak with a brief safety overview before heading out.
Slip on your life jacket, settle into your single or double kayak and set off with your guide on the beautiful blue waters. All skill levels can be accommodated, regardless of whether you’re a first-timer or paddling pro.
Glide into the Cinque Terre Protected Marine Area, admiring views of the surrounding cliffs. As you paddle at a relaxed pace, keep your eyes out for seabirds and dolphins.
Pass the terraced hills of Vernazza, the village celebrated for its wine production, before pulling into Guvano beach. Spread out with your snacks and take in some sun or recharge with a dip.
After some down time, hop back in your kayak and head toward the colorful town of Corniglia. Enjoy more time ashore or, if you wish, continue kayaking south toward Manarola and Riomaggiore.
After five hours of seaside exploration, your tour will conclude at your original departure point.
Sunset Option (2.5 hours):
Depart from Monterosso at 4,30pm aboard your kayak. Take in the sunset and enjoy the sea at an hour when the crowds are gone and everything is quieter. Paddle toward Vernazza to discover its cliffs and caves, stop at a waterfall spring, and take a dip in the water.
Then pull into a quiet cove accessible only by sea for an Italian aperitivo. Enjoy local organic wine and focaccia from Liguria before heading back to your original departure point.
Slip on your life jacket, settle into your single or double kayak and set off with your guide on the beautiful blue waters. All skill levels can be accommodated, regardless of whether you’re a first-timer or paddling pro.
Glide into the Cinque Terre Protected Marine Area, admiring views of the surrounding cliffs. As you paddle at a relaxed pace, keep your eyes out for seabirds and dolphins.
Pass the terraced hills of Vernazza, the village celebrated for its wine production, before pulling into Guvano beach. Spread out with your snacks and take in some sun or recharge with a dip.
After some down time, hop back in your kayak and head toward the colorful town of Corniglia. Enjoy more time ashore or, if you wish, continue kayaking south toward Manarola and Riomaggiore.
After five hours of seaside exploration, your tour will conclude at your original departure point.
Sunset Option (2.5 hours):
Depart from Monterosso at 4,30pm aboard your kayak. Take in the sunset and enjoy the sea at an hour when the crowds are gone and everything is quieter. Paddle toward Vernazza to discover its cliffs and caves, stop at a waterfall spring, and take a dip in the water.
Then pull into a quiet cove accessible only by sea for an Italian aperitivo. Enjoy local organic wine and focaccia from Liguria before heading back to your original departure point.
Vernazza (Pass By)
Paddle from Monterosso to Vernazza or Corniglia exploring caves and grottos
Corniglia (Pass By)
Paddle from Monterosso to Vernazza or Corniglia exploring caves and grottos
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Being able to swim is a fundamental pre-requisite, otherwise you will not be allowed to join the tour.
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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I would definately recommend this, especially if you love the outdoors and being active.
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Good Kayaking
Wade_K, Oct 2022
The guide was great. Good kayaking, even through the water was choppy. The view of the coastline was beautiful. Highly Recommend.
Sarah was an amazing...
Kimberly_M, Oct 2022
Sarah was an amazing guide!! Out of our family of 4, 3 of us had never kayaked before. She was a great teacher and taught us quickly. She is a marine biologist and was so knowledgeable about the wildlife and rock formations. Our 13 year old daughter didnt think she would like kayaking and yet it she did, she couldn't stop talking about how much fun it was! Sarah made is so easy and fun. We definitely would highly recommend Sarah as a guide.
The small trip in the...
Stefanie_U, Aug 2022
The small trip in the cave was very memorable. Could have skipped the pause in Vernazza for more swimming, paddling - some place you couldn‘t reach easily with a train …
Best way to see from the sea
Riitta_K, Jul 2022
Great experience! If you like to kayak, this was informational and active way to see the villages from the sea. The best part was the stop at the swimming spot for wine, focaccia and swimming! It was a very hot day so best option was on the water. Marco was a kind and knowledgeable guide.
Easy paddle and tons of fun to beat the heat
Heather_P, Jul 2022
Great time on a hot day. We paddled to a cave then a cove to swim and snack. Lots of fun and made some friends.
Worth the trip and experience
Duane_E, Jul 2022
This was a great trip along the coast towards Vernazza. Marco told us some of the history of the town and the whole Cinque Terre region. He is very personable and had a lot of local knowledge to share. The apertivo was a nice touch as we swam at the beach on the ocean.
Fantastic Adventure in the Riviera!
Lynn_V, Jul 2022
A must do adventure for anyone wanting to get away from summer crowds and experience the natural beauty of the coast between Monterosso and Vernazza. This really is a tour for all ages and ability levels. Our guide (thank you, Marco!) kept a kind watchful eye on the less experienced paddlers and provided wonderful information about the history of the area. Meeting information was clear, logistics and booking queations answered promptly and responsively. It was a wonderful evening!!
Response from Host, Aug 2022
Thanks for your kind feedback!
NO Snorkeling
Charlotte_R, Jul 2022
Our guide was nice. The kayaks were uncomfortable and we all shared one dry bag. The kayak seats were rigid plastic with no back inserts, we did the other kayak trip in Cinque Terre and the kayaks were much better. There was NO SNORKELING and I was disappointed. The ad said snorkeling!
Response from Host, Jul 2022
Hi, thanks for your review. The ad doesn't say "snorkelling", may be you read different ads before choosing our tour. We have offered snorkelling in the past but now we are more focused on kayak activity.
Thank you!
Sarah is the best tour guide
lori_F, Jul 2022
Sara was absolutely fantastic her knowledge of the area and her excellent English was so awesome!
This kayak excursion is a great way to cool off on a hot summer Italian day.
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So glad we did this!!
Tracy_S, Jul 2022
This exceeded our expectations. We booked, a week ahead of time, the evening time slot. Our guide. Eduardo, was fantastic! As a marine biologist he was very knowledgeable of the fauna and geology of the area, and also the WWII history of area around Monteresso! The stops at the caves and secluded inlets were beautiful. The foccacia and beverages were an added bonus! My only recommendation would be to pack a small dry bag from home. These were flat top double kayaks with no means to store anything, so bringing a cell phone or non-waterproof camera was not an option. A dry bag with a string to secure around your neck work out perfectly if you wanted to take photos (all personal belongings are locked up in a locker before you leave for the beach, which we felt was completely safe).
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