If you've never kayaked before, but would like to try your hand at it, then this guided sea kayaking discovery tour in Opatija near Rijeka is for you!
If you've never kayaked before, but would like to try your hand at it, then this guided sea kayaking discovery tour in Opatija near Rijeka is for you!
Join your professional guide on a guided sea kayaking excursion from Slatina beach to explore the Opatija coast near Rijeka! Thanks to this kayak tour, which is open to beginners aged 4 and over, the whole family can go paddling on the Adriatic! It doesn't matter if you have no previous experience: a certified guide will accompany you as you discover kayaking in Opatija. Kayaking is not a strenuous activity, and it's quick and easy to learn!
Your guided sea kayaking tour begins on Slatina beach in Opatija. Located at the head of Kvarner Bay and at the foot of the Učka mountain in the Opatija resort, Slatina beach enjoys a mild Mediterranean climate. It's in this picturesque setting that you'll meet your guide. He'll introduce you to the kayaking equipment and give you a short briefing on the techniques you'll need for your trip.
Then it's time to embark in pairs in open kayaks. You'll paddle towards Volosko, a small port that's part of the town of Opatija. Along the way, your guide will tell you fascinating stories about the past and present of Opatija and other places you'll pass through. Throughout this Opatija sea kayak tour, you'll make a few stops for swimming and snorkeling. The beauty of Opatija, its hotels, villas and parks, will leave you with beautiful memories! Once you've arrived in Volosko, it's time to turn around and head back to Slatina beach.
This guided sea kayaking discovery activity from Slatina beach will not only have given you the opportunity to discover kayaking with the guidance of a professional, but also to visit the Opatija coast in an original way and swim in otherwise inaccessible coves and beaches!
Don't let a lack of experience stop you, book this kayak tour in Opatija and discover this heavenly corner of Istria with a certified guide!
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Practical information
- Meeting with your guide and activity briefing on Slatina beach
- Start of your 4.5 km (2.5 miles) kayak excursion
- Kayaking to Volosko
- Stops for swimming and snorkeling during the excursion
- Kayak back to the starting point
- End of the activity
No previous kayaking experience is necessary. However, all participants must know how to swim to take part in this activity.
A minimum number of 3 participants is required to run this activity.
The activity is free for children aged 3 to 7 accompanied by a parent.
Pets are welcome to join this activity. Please let the instructor know if you would like to bring your pet.
There is availability for groups at other dates and times, please let us know if you would like to book with a group.
- Tandem sit on top kayak
- Paddle
- Safety vest
- Waterproof bag
- Snorkelling equipment
- Certified guide
- Photos
- Waterproof phone case (if needed)
- Swimsuit
- Towel
- Sport shoes or water shoes
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Water bottle