The Experience

Our Medieval Castles Nafplio Sea Kayak Tour is probably our flagship tour, paddling from the first capital of modern Greece, with 4 different fortresses in our view.

All of them rich in history and folklore stories from the ancient times, to medieval and more recent times. This is probably a global originality, and we are proud to offer this tour, at a breathtaking, dominant scenery.

The first site we visit is the famous fort of Bourtzi, built in 1473, on a tiny inlet right in front of the port. The importance of this castle throughout the years and the battles it has seen, makes it an ideal location for the first historical tales and folklore.

After enjoying the magnificent site, we paddle towards the old town of Nafplio, under the cannons of the Old Town’s 1st line of fortification, while the UNESCO World Heritage fortress of Palamidi dominates the view right above it. As soon as we exit the port, we paddle along the ancient road of Nafplio, under Akronauplia fortress, and are rewarded with the breathtaking views of the dominant cliffs covered in succulent vegetation with the fortress as its crown at the top.

We continue along the coastline until we reach a small secluded beach for enjoying our delicacies and refreshment. Once refreshed, depending on weather conditions, we start paddling back to our starting port, or reach our base at Karathonas beach, where you can enjoy other watersports, such as SUP and water-cycle before we transfer you back to Nafplio, which transfer is included in the price. There will be plenty of time for group and family photographs in the kayaks around the cliffs and forts before reaching our finishing point at our beach base.

Highlights

• Bourtzi Fortress Island
• Akronauplia Fortress
• Palamidi Fortress
• Learn about the history of Nafplio - Peloponnese, and the folklore stories of the fortresses in our view

TOUR INFORMATION

Location: Nafplio

Duration: 4h Total - 1,5h of relaxed pace paddling

Period of Operation: Through out the year (Unless the weather conditions doesn't allow it)

Price: 70€ per person

Participants: 2 to 14

DIFFICULTY LEVEL: Very Easy

SUITABILITY: All ages and experience levels

TIMES: 09:00 am - 13:00 pm

PADDLING DISTANCE: 7 km

Inclusions

• Single or double Sea Kayaks and all equipment (buoyancy aid, spray deck, paddle)
• Friendly English speaking guides certified as:

1. "4 Star Sea Kayak Leader” by British Canoeing
2. “Fundamental Safety & Rescue Training” by British Canoeing
3. “First Aid Far From Help" certified by Wilderness Medical Training

• Sea Kayak handling/safety briefing
• Homemade Cooked Traditional meal and refreshments
• Expedition style shade shelter during our relaxing periods
• Snorkeling equipment
• Big dry bag for your necessities
• Photos and videos sent at a later date
• GoPro Camera provided for your use
• 1st Aid and Sea Kayak safety equipment carried by your guides
• Personal Insurance

What to bring

HAT & SUNGLASSES

SUNSCREEN

BATHING SUIT

TOWEL

T-SHIRT, LONG SLEEVE TOP OR LYCRA SHIRT

WATER SHOES

ENTHUSIASM AND SMILES