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Kayak Discovery Tour: Exploring the Historic Zones of Venetian Lagoon
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Embark on a kayak discovery tour of the historic zones in the Venetian Lagoon. Explore the lagoon islands, visit ancient forts, and uncover hidden natural spots while enjoying breathtaking views of Venice.
Duration:
4 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Sant’Erasmo - This discovery tour by Kayak is easy to handle and not too tiring. We will meet in Venice and reach together Sant’Erasmo island by water bus.
Before starting the guided kayak tour, you will be informed about kayak manoeuvring techniques, safety and rules of navigation in the lagoon.
As we paddle our kayaks we will reach several lagoon islands through the salt marshes and in the company of the wildlife in the lagoon.
We will stop several times to admire the nature and some hidden spots you can reach only by kayak while hearing stories about people still living on these islands and historical explanation about each place.
The main attraction we will visit together will be on Sant’Andrea island, which hosts a 16th-century fortress in the middle of the lagoon, a magnificent defensive infrastructure you can only reach by small private boats or kayaks.
We will visit all these hidden gems that only locals know from a very special point of view, directly in contact with nature. Kayaking in the lagoon also means to discover the intimate part of Venice, the most hidden and beautiful places, without any negative environmental impact.
What's Included
- Life vest for safety
- Expert Nature and Interpretive Guide
- Professional Tour leader
- Kayak included in the tour
- Convenient pick-up point in Venice Fondamente Nove
- Ergonomic paddle for comfortable navigation
What's Not Included
- Water bus ticket to the Sant’Erasmo Island. Tickets will be purchased onboard
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Embark on a journey of discovery via kayak, exploring significant historic areas of the Venetian Lagoon. Glide around the lagoon islands of Sant’Erasmo and Vignole, often referred to as Venice’s ‘vegetable gardens’. Uncover the Sant’Andrea fort, constructed as a bastion against Venice’s adversaries. Unravel the origins of the term ‘quarantine’ on the island of Lazzaretto Nuovo. Unwind in the secluded natural refuge on the island of Certosa and behold the stunning Venice skyline from a unique vantage point.
- On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Emma
Aug 31, 2022
Wonderful trip to the nature on water - Had a tour in the morning, we were only 4 people and our guide gave us a wonderful tour. We got to know a bit about the less touristy islands which we didn’t even know. Even tho kayaking for 3 hours is very exhausting, we had a great time and it was really magnificent :)
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Rpederse
Jun 19, 2022
Such a unique experience!!! See the lagoon of venice and the breadbasket of the venetian islands - This was a truly unique experience. My wife and I have kayaked in other countries but this was the most interesting. We got to see a part of venice that we would have completely missed. The lagoon is part of venice that too many tourists don't see and it's a pity as it's such a natural wonder. Valerio was a fantastic guide. He helped us understand the launching point at St Erasmo, which is incredible all in of itself, and then safely guided us in the kayak tour around the island to beautiful hidden spots and finally to a beautiful locals only beach. Valerio is a must to book as a guide if you want to see more of Venice than just San Marcos square!
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Giovannimarias2022
Mar 30, 2022
Just great! - Amazing tour of the north lagoon, experiencing Venice in a whole new way. Valerio was a great guide, very professional.
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Elerick0711
Mar 30, 2022
Great experience!!!! - Great experience in order to discover the Venetian lagoon. The guide is excellent and the tour is amazing both for experienced people and absolute beginners. I highly recommend this experience
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Dirkwq7322yd
Oct 4, 2021
Kayak to the max - We had a perfect and surprising family time out on the kayak in the lagoon. Thanks to Valerio our guide who deserves a medal!
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Joanner1848
Sep 15, 2020
Exciting and interesting, could hardly be any better! - I did this kayak tour around the Venice lagoon with two friends from the UK... a truly great time overall, and that despite some epic mosquito battles!
Our guide Valerio was just the best you could ask for:
- flexibility around the time and format of the tour,
- perfect communication before and during - we had all the information, and in all the languages,
- great instructions and care for safety when it came to the actual kayaking,
- plenty of facts and anecdotes about the history of the different islands of the lagoon,
- clear interest in providing us with the best experience - pictures, life-saving mosquito repellent, a beer stop, even an impromptu swim stop,
- lots of suggestions for the rest of our stay, recommendations for places to go,
- could hardly have been more engaging!
Absolutely recommend :)
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