Info
Level: easy - hard (the guide will adjust the level to the group skill level and group preferences)Duration: 4 - 6 hours
Distance: 4 - 15 km
Group size: 2 – 15 people (see note)
Where: Kayak & SUP Hvar, Bonj Beach (in front of Amfora Hotel)
When: Starts every day at 10:00 AM (except in the case of private tour)
Note: For groups with less than 4 persons we may join you with an existing group on the same day or offer you a private guided tour. We can also accommodate groups larger than 15 people (up to 35-40), but for safety reasons we may split them into several groups with multiple guides.
Prices
- Half-day guided tour (4 hours): 60 EUR per person
- Full-day guided tour (6 hours): 85 EUR per person
Private tours
- Private half-day guided tour (4 hours): 80 EUR per person
- Private full-day guided tour (6 hours): 110 EUR per person
Highlights
- Be in safe hands all the time – your guide will take care of everything else and all you have to do is paddle, relax and enjoy
- We will show you the best spots on Pakleni islands and Hvar coast, including 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 have a drink in a restaurant on Pakleni Islands
- Relax and swim on one of the beautiful beaches of Pakleni islands
- Snorkel 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 train you to master your kayak skills and feel safe and comfortable in the water
What is included
- Informative and friendly certified local guide
- Kayak with deluxe seats and paddles
- Life jackets
- Dry bags (3L or 30L)
- Snorkeling masks
- 10% discount at the restaurant "Tri Grede" on Pakleni islands
- Free storage for all your items (backpacks, bags, etc.) that you don't take with you during your activity
- Accident insurance
- Sun hat (if necessary)
Description
Did you know that the name of Pakleni islands is often mistakenly translated as "Hell's Islands"? Although the Croatian word "pakleni" translates into English as "hellish," the name originally derives from "paklina" an archaic word referring 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 unspoiled Pakleni islands, which stretch for about 10 km and have a highly indented coastline with numerous beautiful bays and beaches. The islands are mostly covered with pine trees, which provide you with the necessary shade on hot summer days.We use modern sit-on-top single and double (tandem) kayaks from renowned brands such as FeelFree and Wave Sport (Perception), equipped with deluxe seats, paddles and all additional equipment. Their advantage over sit-in kayaks is that they are suitable for all people (even those with long legs) and due to the open deck there is no risk of being trapped in the kayak if it tips over. Our kayaks are very stable and due to their large capacity and wide bottom, they are also suitable for beginners.
We offer 100% waterproof dry bags (3 or 30 liters) included in the tour price, so you can take your personal items (towels, clothes, shoes, etc.) with you on your kayaking adventure. With our dry bags it is also absolutely safe (if properly closed) to carry your cell phones, cameras and other personal items that need to stay absolutely dry during your 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 do not need any previous kayaking experience and our experienced guide will teach you the kayaking techniques you need to feel safe and comfortable in the water. Your guide will also provide you with all the interesting information about Pakleni islands, local life on Hvar and the history of the island, kayaking, flora and fauna of the area, etc.
Due to our good location, many attractive places on the Pakleni islands, such as the beautiful pebble beaches (e.g. Mlini beach), are less than 2 km or 30 – 45 minutes paddling away (one way) from our center. On Pakleni islands you can take a break with your guide and taste local food or have a drink in a nearby restaurant, swim or relax. The guide will also show you the best snorkeling spots so you can enjoy the rich underwater Hvar flora and fauna.
Note: We also organize guided Stand Up Paddling (SUP) tours with the same prices and conditions as for the guided kayak tour. However, in order to make a SUP tour and paddle without problems (e.g. to Pakleni islands), all participants must have some experience and reasonable balance on SUP.
Tour options
1) Half-day guided tour - 4 hours:- The tour usually goes to Ždrilca channel (Pakleni islands), a place with calm sea, especially suitable for kayaking, where you can take a break on one of the pebble beaches to relax, swim, snorkel or have a drink/eat in a nearby restaurant. Optionally, if there is enough time, you can also visit the beautiful sandy beach Perna and return the same way or go around the Marinkovac island.
- Visit to Ždrilca channel (Pakleni islands) with a break to relax, swim, snorkel or drink/eat something in the restaurant. After the break you can visit the sandy beach Perna, one of the secret jewels of Pakleni islands, or even continue to Palmižana (island Sv. Klement). The way back can be done either the same way or around the islands Marinkovac and Jerolim.
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