The 4 Kayak Trips in Italy That Earn Their Price

1.Sorrento: Guided Kayak Tour + Free 1h Paddleboarding

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 26 reviews Our pick

Meet your English-speaking guide at Marina Grande for a beginner-friendly kayak trip to Queen Giovanna’s Baths, hidden coves, and a 20-minute secret stop. Certified instructors provide stable kayaks, safety gear, photos, and one free hour of paddleboarding to use after the tour or another day.

“Fantastic experience. The guides were good fun and always helpful. A must do when staying in Sorrento.”

Check availability →Read our full review

2.Scala Dei Turchi: Double Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 18 reviews · 1 - 1.5 hours

Meet Angelo and the team at the beach gazebo by Nodo al Mare in Realmonte. After a safety briefing and local weather update, paddle a two-seat kayak or SUP along Scala dei Turchi, stopping for swims, caves, bays, and photos at your own pace.

“Superbe excursion, très bon accueil , bons conseils et vue magnifique eau turquoise! Super moment.”

Check availability →Read our full review

3.Sorrento Coastline Kayak Tour and Free 1h Stand Up Paddleboarding

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $60Top rated

Join a small-group kayak trip from Marina Grande in Sorrento to Bagni Regina Giovanna. Certified guides teach beginners, provide kayaks and safety gear, take photos and videos, and include one free hour of stand up paddleboarding after the tour or another day.

“Good 2 hours kayaking taking into Sorrento coastline , included in trip is visit to Bagni Regina Giovanni Baths ( 30 mins stop). Pleasant host , guide and staff on the Kayaks and very friendly staff including reception.”

Check availability →Read our full review

4.Cagliari by kayak boat or sup and With us free bike to Poetto

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 2 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $36Best value

Choose a kayak, SUP, or boat around Cagliari’s Gulf, with Luca arranging well-kept equipment at Marina Piccola and explaining the route. Paddle past Poetto, Cala Fighera, Capo Sant’Elia, and Calamosca at your own pace, with snorkeling masks included.

“Luca is a good man, he showed us where the best spots were and gave us the kayaks on time. Very professionnal, would recommend.”

Check availability →Read our full review