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Guided kayaking tour to Pakleni islands
- 4–6 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Mobile ticket
Highlights
• Be in safe hands the whole time – your guide will take care about everything else and you just have to paddle, relax and enjoy • We’ll show you the best spots on Pakleni Islands and Hvar coast, including the beautiful hidden bays and beaches away from crowded areas with many tourists • Depending on the group skill level, weather conditions, duration of the tour and individual preferences, the guide will choose the best route for the group • Use the opportunity to taste the local food or drink something in the restaurant on Pakleni islands • Relax and swim on the one of the amazing Pakleni Island beaches • Do some snorkeling at some of the best underwater spots on and around Hvar and see a variety of underwater flora and fauna • Our experienced local guide will provide you with training so you will learn the skills to master your kayak and be safe and comfortable in the water.
Inclusions
What's included
- Life jackets (not mandatory for good swimmers)
- Accident insurance
- Dry bags (3L or 30L)
- Snorkeling masks
- Kayak with deluxe seats and paddles
- Sun hat (if needed)
- 10% discount at "Tri Grede" restaurant on the Pakleni Islands
- Free storage for all your belongings (backpacks, bags etc.) that you don't take with you during your activity
- Informative and friendly certified local guide
What's not
- Gratuities to guide
- Food and drinks
Itinerary
Did you know that the Pakleni Islands’ name is often mistakenly translated as “Hell’s Islands”? Although the Croatian word “pakleni” translated to English corresponds with “hellish“, the name originally derives from “paklina”, an archaic word which refers to the pine resin once used to coat ships that was harvested on these islands. Kayaking is an excellent way to explore and discover the chain of 14 untouched Pakleni islets that are approximately 10 km (6.2 miles) long, with a very indented coastline and numerous wonderful bays and beaches. The islands are mainly covered with pine trees, providing you with the shade you need on hot summer days. We use modern Sit-on-Top single and double (tandem) Feelfree kayaks fitted with deluxe seats, paddles, and all additional equipment included. Their advantage over sit-in kayaks is that they fit all types of people (including those with long legs) and, because of their open decks, there is no risk of being trapped in the kayak if it tips over. The kayaks are very stable and suitable for beginners due to their large capacity and wide bottom. We also offer dry bags (100% waterproof, 3L or 30L) where you can put all your personal belongings (towels, clothes, shoes etc.), including mobile phones, cameras and other personal items that must stay completely dry during your kayak trip. Depending on your personal preferences, the duration of the guided kayak tour, and the weather conditions, your guide will suggest the best possible route for your kayak group. You don’t need previous experience in kayaking and our experienced guide will teach you the kayaking techniques you need to be safe and comfortable in the water. Your guide on the tour will also share with you all interesting information about the Pakleni Islands, local life on Hvar and the island’s and history, kayaking, flora and fauna around etc. Due to our good location, many attractive places on Pakleni Islands, like beautiful pebble beaches (eg. Mlini beach), are less than 2 km or 40 - 60 minutes away (one way) from our center by paddling. On the Pakleni Islands you’ll be able to take a break with your guide and you can taste some local food or have something to drink in the nearby restaurant, swim or relax. The guide will also show you the best spots for snorkeling to enjoy Hvar’s rich underwater flora and fauna.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Ratings come from 38 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
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5Markos showed us a...
Markos showed us a beautiful time kayaking to the islands. He was chill, professional, informative and fun. Felt safe the whole time. Had plenty of time to swim and snorkel. Would definitely recommend.
5Great guide. Great fun.
What a fantastic way to explore the waters around Hvar! This was our first time kayaking, and our guide Rino gave great instructions and support. He also was very informative about Hvar and Croatia, and was fun to hang out with. Also, communication from the company ahead of time was excellent. Very glad we did this!
5Kayak and Pavleni's islands
We had an amazing time at Pakleni's islands, discovering this place by kayak was incredible. Marco was a really nice guide that we higly recommend !
5The bluest water in the world
We had an amazing day on the water with Marco. Honestly- we had no doubt this would be a great tour. We e-mailed with a query a week before we went and received a detailed response in a couple of hours. Going with our two kids and knowing that we would have to cross a busy channel, we wanted a guided tour. Marco was knowledgeable, friendly, and just fun to be with. He taught us so much about the area. I have been dreaming of kayaking in Croatia for 10 years and this tour totally lived up to my expectations.
5Family Kayaking
This is a fantastic way to see the islands close to Hvar. I haven’t kayaked before and I found it easy, the instruction was great and our guide Marko was both interesting and patient-he also kept us feeling very safe. The whole family loved it (3 adult children) - it’s a great way to spend a few hours.
5Very rewarding day out...
Very rewarding day out with a fantastic and enthusiastic guide. A great way to see the scenery of the beautiful coastal islands.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- We are located at the Bonj beach in front of the Amfora hotel in Hvar. You can reach us within 7-10 minutes walking (~700 meters) from Hvar main square to the west along the coast until you reach a bridge in front of Amfora hotel. We are located in a shack on the beach directly under the bridge.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 15 travellers
- Operated by
- Kayak SUP Hvar
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- easy - hard
- 4 - 6 hours
- 4 - 20 km
- 4 – 15 people
How it compares in Hvar
- Its from-price is 86% below the median of the 55 day trips we list in Hvar.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 20 of 55.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Hvar
Hvar is a long Adriatic island of lavender, vineyards and Venetian stonework, with a harbour town beneath a hilltop fortress.
Hvar town curves around a harbour on the island's south-west coast, with a broad stone square, a Renaissance loggia and a Venetian arsenal. The upper floor of the arsenal holds a theatre dating from 1612, among the oldest public theatres in Europe. Above the town, the fortress on the hill gives the best view over the red roofs and the Pakleni Islands offshore.
Top-ranked sights in Hvar: Pakleni Islands (Paklinski Islands), Hvar Spanish Fortress (Tvrdava Fortica), Cathedral of St. Stephen (Hvar Cathedral).
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