Sea Kayak Navarino Bay | Gialova

📍 Gialova, Peloponnese, Greece

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Duration4 hours

FitnessEasy

CancellationFree cancellation 7 days before start time

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Overview

Navarino Bay is a natural harbour, with the island of Sphacteria standing in front of it as a wave breaker, protecting the bay from the winds of the open Ionian Sea. Calm waters here offer ideal conditions for sea kayaking, especially for beginners. The bay is a place of incredible natural beauty, with warm and crystal clear waters and golden sandy beaches where sea turtles often return to lay their eggs.Two medieval castles guard the bay, recalling the famous naval battle of Navarino.

What you will be doing

Briefing

Our trip starts at Divari beach, just a few kilometres away from the charming village of Gialova. Your guide will brief you on paddling techniques, safety measures, and equipment. Soon we shall hop on our kayaks for a trip around the Navarino Bay like never before.

Paddle

We start paddling overlooking the town of Pylos and the Niokastro fort. Heading towards the imposing monolithic islet located at the south side of the bay, we visit the impressive natural stone arch. The islet is also a nesting and resting ground for many bird species. Weather permitting, we can circumnavigate it and visit a few of its sea caves, tunnels and arches.

Sphacteria

Our next stop is the unhabituated island of Sphacteria. Here, we jump out of our kayaks, stretch our legs and walk to the island's viewpoint for taking pictures of an idyllic landscape and for storytelling. After some kayaking, we shall make a stop at a secluded beach for swimming and snorkelling, and why not some cliff diving for those who feel more adventurous. Here we shall also taste our homemade picnic of local delicacies and relax under the sun.

Return

After this energy-pumping stop, we will paddle back to the starting point to end an amazing day in the tranquillity of the Navarino Bay.

Things to know

AccessibilityChildren friendly

Fitness levelEasy

Tour languageEnglish | Greek

Licence requiredNone

Minimum 2 participants is required
We reserve the right to modify or cancel any outdoor activity due to bad weather or any other reason beyond our control.
Bring reusable bottle of water, sun-protection, swimwear, change of dry clothes, towel, sea shoes or flip flops or sandals (Avoid bulky shoes, trainers and socks)

Inclusions and Exclusions

✅ Included

Snorkelling equipment
Snack
Instructor
Photography

❌ Not included

Water
Pick up and drop off transport
Gratuities

Where we'll meet

Meet up/Pick up location: Divari beach, 24001 Gialova, GR

Instruction: Meet at the Meeting Point at Divari beach

ReturnThis trip returns to meeting point.