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15 Kayak Trips in Greece: Which One to Actually Book

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There are 15 kayak trips here worth paying for. Each entry carries what it costs, how long it takes and the one thing to check before you press book.

Santorini Sea Kayak - South Discovery, Small Group incl. Sea Caves and picnic - Sea Caves and Volcanic Rock Walls
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Santorini Sea Kayak – South Discovery, Small Group incl. Sea Caves and picnic

1.Santorini Sea Kayak – South Discovery, Small Group incl. Sea Caves and picnic

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 972 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $139Our pick

Spend about 3.5 hours kayaking from Akrotiri along Santorini’s southwest coast. Guides such as Nolan, John, Adonis, and Elliot lead you past Red, White, and Kambia beaches, into sea caves, and to quiet swimming spots. Kayaks, safety gear, snorkeling equipment, a light picnic, insurance, and a drybag are included. Hotel transfers cost extra.

“The owner was rude and misbehaved with us. We were 4 people half of the group. We lost direction and informed him that we are running 15 minutes behind. We arriving 13 minutes late. He argued with us and made us feel bad. Elliot the guide was fantastic and kayaking was fun but the first interaction with the staff when we arrived left a very bad taste. Will not recommend this kayaking place. We paid a lot of money almost $500 and should not be felt insulted.”

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Rhodes Sea Kayaking Tour - Starting at Kathara Beach in Faliraki
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Rhodes Sea Kayaking Tour

2.Rhodes Sea Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 475 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $108

Spend five hours kayaking from Kathara Beach along Rhodes’ east coast with certified guides such as Julie, Tsampikos, Panos, and Jake. You’ll visit Anthony Quinn Bay, Ladiko Beach, and Traganou Beach, paddle into sea caves, snorkel, swim, and enjoy a traditional Greek picnic. No kayaking experience is required, but you should be fit and able to swim.

“Wonderful guides and fun experience. Visited cool caves and great beach. Would definitely do again. A must!”

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Sea Kayak in Kardamili - Starting at Kardamili Harbour
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Sea Kayak in Kardamili

3.Sea Kayak in Kardamili

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 438 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $106

Set out from Kardamili Harbour with BCU-trained guides such as Giorgos, Yiannis, or Panos. After a short safety and paddling lesson, kayak along the Taygetos coast, enter sea caves, swim, snorkel, and picnic on fruit, bread, cheese, olives, and other Greek treats at Foneas or Kalogria Beach.

“This is our second time doing kayaking in Kardamili with Explore Messina. It is a great experience. it is beautiful, the guides are experienced and wonderful people. The kayaking is fun and you stop to see caves and have lunch on a beach! Highly recommend!!”

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Kayak Trip to Hidden blue Cave, with lunch & fruits. - Paddling the Ionian coast
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Kayak Trip to Hidden blue Cave, with lunch & fruits.

4.Kayak Trip to Hidden blue Cave, with lunch & fruits.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 393 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $48Best value

Join guides Yiannis and Yannis for a four-hour sea-kayak trip from Mikros Gialos to Lefkada’s hidden Blue Cave. Paddle about 10 kilometers, stop at quiet beaches, snorkel with red starfish, hear local stories, and eat lunch by the Ionian Sea. The calm, patient instruction suits beginners and families with children aged 10 and up.

“It was an amazing trip with Yannis, the best guide in Greece! He made the trip very secure and funny! Very nice Cave and lunch break with amazing views and exoerience on the kajaks! Thanks Yannies!!”

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Chania: Boat Trip with Guided Snorkeling & Stand-Up Paddling - What the three-hour boat trip feels like
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Chania: Boat Trip with Guided Snorkeling & Stand-Up Paddling

5.Boat Trip with Guided Snorkeling & Stand-Up Paddling

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 363 reviews · 3 hours · from $100

Travel from Chania to Almyrida for a three-hour boat trip with guided snorkeling, stand-up paddling, fresh fruit, and free underwater photos. Guides such as Adriana, Simone, and Lucca help first-timers feel at ease, while optional Yamaha sea scooters add extra fun for ages 12 and up.

“It was a fantastic afternoon! The staff are friendly, welcoming and helpful. Our guide Simone and captain were amazing, taking photos and teaching us about the area. I couldn’t recommend enough! One in our group is not a strong swimmer and he even enjoyed! They made him feel comfortable giving him buoyancy aids. Safe, wonderful excellent company”

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Lefkada: Blue Cave Kayak Tour with a Taste of Greece - Inside the Blue Cave
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Lefkada: Blue Cave Kayak Tour with a Taste of Greece

6.Blue Cave Kayak Tour with a Taste of Greece

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 315 reviews · 4 hours · from $70

From Mikros Gialos, you paddle a double sea kayak along Rouda Bay with guides such as Alex, JP, Jerry, Mike, and Dimitra, depending on the day. Expect sea cliffs, the Blue Cave, snorkeling, Peristera Cave, a secluded beach stop, and a traditional Greek snack. The 4-hour trip covers about 4 nautical miles.

“The tour was fantastic! The kayaks were top quality and easy to paddle. Cave experience and light lunch made the trip. The guide (sorry I forgot his name) was friendly and very knowledgeable!! Highly recommend this trip.”

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Santorini: Sea Caves Kayak Trip with Snorkeling and Picnic - Getting ready at the beach
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Santorini: Sea Caves Kayak Trip with Snorkeling and Picnic

7.Sea Caves Kayak Trip with Snorkeling and Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 311 reviews · 7 hours · from $159

Spend seven active hours kayaking Akrotiri’s coast with local guide Kalliopi, exploring sea caves, Black Mountain, White Beach, and clear swimming spots. Small groups, hotel transfers, snorkel gear, towels, dry bags, photos, and a homemade picnic are included. No kayaking experience is needed, but you must swim and handle a full day on the water.

“This is one of the best tours I’ve ever been to. The homemade lunch is also superb.”

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Kayaking Tour to the secrets of Milos - Paddling to Tsigrado and its golden-sand cove
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Kayaking Tour to the secrets of Milos

8.Kayaking Tour to the secrets of Milos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 231 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $72

Set out from Firiplaka in a double kayak with a local guide such as John, Kostos, Paris, Janus, or Angelos. Paddle to hard-to-reach Tsigrado and Gerakas, swim through sea caves, snorkel near hot springs, and enjoy homemade snacks. The tour lasts about three and a half hours and suits confident swimmers.

“It was fun! We had to battle some northern winds but overall easy to do. Enjoyed the group activities that were organized once we landed on the beach. You have the option to stay and relax or swim with one of the guides to explore the caves. Guides were kind and felt well taken care of. Best way to explore some of the beaches is by kayaking. Highly recommend”

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Sea Kayak Epidavros - Ancient Sunken City Tour - Kayaking the coast takes some getting used to
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Sea Kayak Epidavros – Ancient Sunken City Tour

9.Sea Kayak Epidavros – Ancient Sunken City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 213 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $96

Paddle the coast of Ancient Epidavros with guides such as Alex, Oscar, Oliver, or Luca, then snorkel above submerged ruins. The four-hour trip includes snacks, water, safety gear, a dry bag, and an underwater camera. Choose the six-hour version for Kalamaki Beach, better turtle-spotting chances, and a homemade Greek meal.

“Alex was amazing. Incredible source of knowledge and very personable. Felt like we’d made a friend! Enjoyed the others on the tour with us as well. It was absolutely beautiful weather. The tour company was very communicative about the weather to ensure we booked a day that would guarantee a great time. Could not recommend this tour enough to anyone looking for an adventure with good people. 10⭐️ for sure. Would absolutely book this tour again if we come back!”

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Sea Kayaking in Navarino Bay - Starting at Divari Beach at 9:30
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Sea Kayaking in Navarino Bay

10.Sea Kayaking in Navarino Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 210 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $106

Meet your guide at Divari Beach for a 4.5-hour paddle around Navarino Bay. You’ll learn basic sea-kayaking skills, pass Pylos and Niokastro, visit sea caves and Sphacteria Island, then stop for swimming, snorkeling, and a picnic of local bread, cheese, produce, and olive oil. Guides may include George, Roque, or Triphonas.

“Had an amazing day at Navarino bay. George was a fantastic guide,knowledgeable and very friendly. He explained everything really well and the lunch was delicious. Highly recommend it.”

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Rhodes: Gulet Trip with Food, Drinks, SUP, Kayak & Swimming - Anthony Quinn Bay and its green water
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Rhodes: Gulet Trip with Food, Drinks, SUP, Kayak & Swimming

11.Gulet Trip with Food, Drinks, SUP, Kayak & Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 208 reviews · from $78

Spend six hours aboard El Greco, a traditional wooden gulet sailing from Mandraki Port along Rhodes’ eastern coast. You’ll swim at Anthony Quinn Bay, use kayaks, SUP boards, and snorkeling gear at Fun Island in Ladiko Bay, and stop at Kallithea Springs. Nikos and Stephanos are among the friendly crew members noted for helpful service. Lunch, wine, soft drinks, and fruit are included.

“Great trip! Lovely lunch and some amazing stops with great swimming and activities. Lovely staff, Nikos and Stephanos were exceptional. (they also gave us great advice on where to go in Rhodes for nice cocktails)”

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Paros: Sea Kayak Trip with Snorkeling and Snack or Picnic - Meeting Alex or Sophia at the beach
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Paros: Sea Kayak Trip with Snorkeling and Snack or Picnic

12.Sea Kayak Trip with Snorkeling and Snack or Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 193 reviews · 3.5 - 6 hours · from $112

Paddle along Paros with certified guides Alex and Sophia, stopping at quiet beaches and clear-water swim spots for snorkeling, short walks, and local snacks. The longer morning trip includes a picnic, while the shorter evening outing brings softer light and a snack. Beginners are welcome, but you need to swim and handle an active day at sea.

“Unforgettable experience! Our guide Sofia was super friendly and created a beautiful experience. A particular highlight was our break on Agia Kali where we snorkeled, rubbed special naturally occurring clay all over ourselves and had lunch. Highly recommend!”

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Sea Kayaking in Kalamata

13.Sea Kayaking in Kalamata

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 178 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $102

Set out from Mikra Mantinia east of Kalamata for a four-hour private sea-kayaking trip in English. Your BCU-trained guides teach paddling skills, lead you along the coast past seaside villages, and stop at a remote beach for swimming, snorkeling, relaxation, and a picnic of fruit and Greek delicacies. Equipment and activity photos are included.

“Beautiful tour along the coast of the Messina bay with a typical tasty greek lunch on a remote beach. Great instructors and lovely stories about the nature and history of the surroundings. We would definitely reccomend this tour!”

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Lefkada Kayak : Explore Blue Cave with a Taste of Greece - Entering Lefkada’s Blue Cave
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Lefkada Kayak : Explore Blue Cave with a Taste of Greece

14.Lefkada Kayak : Explore Blue Cave with a Taste of Greece

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 149 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $72

Paddle from Mikros Gialos through Rouda Bay with Trekking Hellas guides, entering Lefkada’s Blue Cave, snorkeling, swimming, and stopping for a traditional Mediterranean snack. The four-hour trip uses double kayaks and quality equipment, with guides such as Ellen, Panos, Spiros, and Melinda praised for patient instruction and careful group support.

“What a great experience. From paddling and swimming through the blue caves to spotting a seal, this tour was fantastic. Spyros and Panagotis our guides were so knowledgeable and friendly going out of their way to make sure we were having a great time, and even gave us a race at the end! Would highly recommend the tour to anyone and everyone!”

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Lefkada: Hidden Blue Cave Kayak Trip with Lunch & Fruits - Paddling southeast along Lefkada’s coast
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Lefkada: Hidden Blue Cave Kayak Trip with Lunch & Fruits

15.Hidden Blue Cave Kayak Trip with Lunch & Fruits

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 133 reviews · from $58

From Mikros Gialos, you paddle along Lefkada’s western coast with guides such as Yiannis, Christos, or Carlos. Expect a hidden Blue Cave, secluded swimming stops, red starfish, snorkeling gear, snacks, fruit, and a lunch break during this four-hour trip.

“We had a fantastic time. Younis was patient, encouraging and we loved the historical information which he shared! When we return we’ll come for a longer & more advanced trip :))”

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