Expeditions

Expeditions

Sea-kayak guided expeditions alongside the Tuscan coast, on the picturesque shores of the Mediterranean Sea.

From short trips by the base to extended tours of various days, under the supervision of qualified sea-kayak coaches and guides as we are.

Do not refrain due to doubts about your fitness, as recreational paddling is suitable for almost all ages and abilities.

Each participant shall:

 

Sixty Minute Kayaking

Description

Paddle in the vicinity of the base beach, for one hour.

Suitable for those wishing to have a short but fulfilling sea-kayak experience.

Pre-Requirements

You shall at least have attended our Introduction to Kayaking. In the negative, you need to hold an EPP-compliant competency award or equivalent assessment.

If you do not meet any of the above, you can previously attend one of our Courses, in order to take part in this activity.

A medical assessment is not compulsory, though advisable, in such a case of occasional sports activity.

Verify your compliance with our Participant Requirements.

Programme and Dates

Variable: see next dates in our Calendar.

We also offer this activity on request: you just need to propose an event, that we will consider, or contact us and arrange for.

Cost

40 euro per participant.

Consider non-included costs.

See our Terms and Conditions.

 

Coastal Expeditions

Description

Set out for just one day or leave for a multiple-day expedition, exploring the coasts of Tuscany and beyond – for instance, see our Typical 1-Day Coastal Expedition detailed below.

These events are suitable for paddlers wishing to practice and take benefit of the kayaking skills they have already developed, whichever their level.

Every group will be as homogeneous as possible in terms of kayaking competencies, as participants’ level determines the type and range of each expedition as well as the acceptable meteorological conditions.

Pre-Requirements

You shall hold an EPP-system competency award or equivalent assessment, stating you are as competent as at least the level required for the event you choose.

If you do not have any such certification, you can previously attend one of our Qualifying Course or undergo a Certification Exam with us, in order to take part in this activity.

Verify your compliance with our Participant Requirements, including the medical assessment, which is compulsory for this activity.

Programme, Dates and Duration

Variable programme: see next dates in our Calendar.

We also offer this activity on request: you just need to propose an event, that we will consider, or contact us and arrange for.

Cost

125 euro per participant per day.

Consider non-included costs.

See our Terms and Conditions.

 

Typical 1-Day Coastal Expedition

This is an example of a typical 1-day sea-kayak guided expedition along a stretch of the Tuscan coast, from our base in Salivoli bay. This is a perfect launching and landing spot for kayak expeditions but, unless you are familiar with this coast, you need expert guidance for both your safety and enjoyment when paddling to the nicest places around.

Prerequirements, terms and condition for our Coastal Expeditions apply.

In such an expedition, we will paddle in either of two directions:

  • northward, below the cliffs of Monte Massoncello, whose waterfront boasts flocks of birds, rock gardens and small beaches only reachable on a tiny boat but also includes restricted areas [ Google Maps | TripAdvisor ], or
  • eastward, bound to the Sterpaia coastal park and its extensive beach and dunes, by crossing the busy entrance of Piombino Harbour the right way [ Google Maps | TripAdvisor ].

Each round trip of this kind sums up to roughly 12 nautical miles and takes 6 or 7 hours to complete, including a proper beach stop for lunching and relaxing – do not forget to bring your packed meal and fresh water!

The program includes:

  • An initial introduction - just our names for starting,
  • Helping each others in unloading kayaks & equipment and bringing all items to the shore,
  • Introducing better, sharing participants' experiences & expectations,
  • The guide(s) introducing themselves, giving more details on the expedition and sharing the meteo forecast,
  • Dressing up, setting up the equipment, preparing to go and then launching the kayaks,
  • Paddling to the destination beach while enjoying the environment and the company,
  • Landing, having our packed meals and relaxing,
  • Re-launching and making the way back,
  • Landing, undressing, showering, collecting the equipment and bringing everything back,
  • De-briefing,
  • Saying good-bay.