Top Veneto Kayaking Tours

Sail through The Floating City without splurging on a gondola. This small group kayaking tour through the canals of Cannaregio or Castello showcases Venice from the water, and puts you in charge of the paddling. Head to a local rowing club to brush up on your skills, before setting off for a tour of the city. Navigate the local boating traffic and take on a few waves as you go.

Get more from your time in Venice than just exploring on your own during this Venice Canal Kayak Tour. This tour takes you along the city’s canals to see secret hidden spots in the city with a guide who knows their way around. Plus, you’ll also see historical areas that are usually crowded on land without having to worry about the crammed streets.

Escape the bustle of land and sail into the setting sun with a kayak tour around Venice. This small-group adventure takes you under Venetian bridges, along canals, and past colorful houses. With an instructor nearby, you’ll learn to use kayaks and paddles as you paddle 4-5 kilometers through the city. See more of Venice than you would on foot while enjoying included safety gear and photos.

Escape the hustle and crowds of Venice for this slow tourism adventure. Explore the city's lagoons through ghebi and sandbanks to visit islands that are only accessible by kayak. Admire the deserted islands while watching egrets and herons in their natural habitat. Visit, the home of Venetian rowing at the Rowing Association Vogaepara to learn about gondola techniques. Finish at the Isola Torcello to discover the history of Venetian settlement.

Get a fresh perspective on Venice’s beauty and see the city from the canals on this small-group kayak adventure which lets you savor the colors of sunset on the water then navigate by flashlight. No experience is necessary: The stable, ride-on-top kayaks (either single or double) are simple to use, and with a maximum of six people in the group it’s easy to get personal attention from your guide.

A gondola cruise isn’t the only way to explore Venice’s famous canals and this private 1.5-hour kayak tour makes a fun alternative for adventurous travellers. Hop aboard a regular or pedal-powered kayak and follow your guide around the scenic waterways, passing landmarks like the Rialto Bridge or Marco Polo’s house.

Discover Venice from the water, in a different way from the typical tourist gondolas, thanks to this guided kayaking adventure that’s aimed at beginners. Rather than going to an overcrowded part of the city, explore the beautiful Castello district, where you can see the medieval Arsenal and listen to local insights while paddling with a guide to navigate.

Discover some hidden spots in the Venetian Lagoon that most visitors to Venice miss. This kayaking tour takes you on a journey through wild marsh and far off the beaten tack. Paddle your way to the Isola di Sant'Erasmo through small channels and past Fort Sant Andrea while keeping an eye out for marine life. Paddle around Vignole then back to the island of Certosa through a hidden canal.

Take a rowing lesson in the heart of Venice, aboard a traditional Venetian boat. The experience starts in the lively Cannaregio neighborhood at a boatyard run by a sports association who maintain the city’s traditional boats. Under the expert guidance of one of their local instructors, you’ll discover the generations-old art of Venetian rowing amid the city canals.

Escape the crowds and explore Venice’s quieter side with this kayak tour through the Venetian lagoon. Paddle around the historic islands of Sant’Erasmo and Vignole and visit a 16th-century fort only accessible by small boat. Learn about the history of this little-visited corner of the lagoon and spot local wildlife. You’ll also paddle past the islands of Lazzaretto Nuovo and Certosa to admire views of Venice from afar.

Paddle your own kayak in the canals of Venice on a small-group guided tour of the city's waterways. Adventure-seeking travelers will appreciate the alternative to being steered in a gondola. Get a little exercise while enjoying a different perspective of the historic canals away from the crowds in the center of the city. Choose from a single or double kayak. No kayaking experience is necessary; instruction is included.

The only water sports school in Lido di Venezia. At Blue Moon beach you can have fun and play sports on the beach. The Stand up paddle course takes place in two phases: the first level, with the flat sea; second level, with the waves where you will learn to ride the waves with the S.U.P. The Surf Course is practiced when there are storms, our qualified I.S.A instructors will inform you when it is possible to surf and you can enter the water safely with us, learn the main maneuvers and use surfskate as a training method outside the waterfall. In our school you will find all the courses available and the possibility of renting equipment. Sport and fun guaranteed!

Experience Venice from the water on this exciting kayak experience, perfect for families with children over the age of five and groups keen to explore the city from a unique point of view. You’ll receive basic training, a safety briefing and all necessary equipment at a historic rowing club before paddling your way through the canals. Along the way, hear about sports in the city and local culture and history.

Unique sporting and eco-sustainable tour in Venice! You can visit the islands of the Venice Lagoon, by stand up paddle or kayak. By paddling you will be able to explore the lagoon with its ecosystems and visit the main islands with their monuments together with our qualified instructor. Throughout the journey we would be followed by a support boat in case anyone wanted to rest or take a break.

Uncover the rich heritage of Lake Garda’s rowing tradition with a sunset experience in Bardolino. Guided by skilled local rowers, this hands-on adventure lets you learn the art of voga and practice in training tanks before taking to the serene waters. As you row amidst the golden hues of sunset, connect with the community and help support the preservation of this cultural practice. The experience culminates with a relaxing aperitivo by the lakeside, showcasing local flavors as you reflect on the day’s journey.