Learn about Venice's tradition of water sports during a kayaking training session outside the city at sunset. Meet locals, visit a historic rowing club, and learn more about the city's history.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 100 minutes - 2 hours
- Check availability to see starting times
- Instructor
- English, French, Italian, Spanish
- Small group
- Limited to 8 participants
Highlighted reviews from other travelers
This was probably the best thing we did on a two week trip of Europe. Not only was Aleksandra a wonderful and friendly guide leading us on a once-in-a-lifetime tour through the canals of Venice, this organization is also doing important work to preserve Venetian history and build communities here in Venice. This is NOT just a tour company that wants your money, it is a small organization that clearly cares for Venice and for rowing. Everyone should do this experience.
Kayaking with Aleksandra was the highlight of my time in Italy. Almost, no one gets to do this, everyone in Venice sees the same sights, but only a tiny few can say they have paddled in the canals and lagoon in Venice. For our very small group (3 people) Kayaking in Venice's canals was fantastic. The view are totally different from inside a tiny boat along with the water ambulances, gondolas, and private boats. As a guide Aleksandra was fantastic, very knowledgeable about ancient and modern Venice and all the great things to see. Katarina kept things lively and fast moving and was able to work with different skill levels. She also knew the perfect spots for photos and how to avoid the most crowded spots. I would highly recommend getting a little exercise and seeing a truly unique view of Venice. I did this tour Christmas week and even then it was chilly but not cold enough to deter us, so any time of year would be great! if you can't get your group to all go, go solo!!!
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Meeting point
Reale Socità Canottieri Querini, Fondamente Nove, 6576, 30122 Venezia VE. I
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What to bring
- Sunglasses
- Hat
- Water
- Sports shoes
- Sportswear
Not allowed
- Alcohol and drugs
- Cellphones
- Cameras
Know before you go
- 1. A trainee will be asked to sign a waiver&release of liability.
- 2. The class can be rescheduled by the instructor in case of bad weather conditions and changes in the club’s work schedule the project is based in. A trainee will be contacted to reschedule. The instructor has the right to cancel the class without refund if a trainee does not meet the requirements or arrives drunk/drugged.
- 3. Physical exertion is required. Your paddling skills should be basic. You should be in suitable physical condition (each paddler must be: less than 120 kg for men, and less than 100 kg for women; and be able to enter kayak cabin size 80 cm long and 40 cm wide). People with serious disabilities and pregnant women will not be accepted.
- 4. We often encounter waves of one foot (30-40 cm) and boat traffic.
- 5. Children can participate in the same double kayak with their parents or instructors.
- 6. If 1 person books for a specific tour, the guide may reschedule to unite with a shared group.