Sea Kayak Navarino Bay
A Kayak trip to an area of incredible beauty and one of Greece's most historically important places.
The Place
Navarino Bay lies in front of the town of Pylos, Messinia. It is a natural harbor where the island of Sphacteria stands as a wave breaker, protecting the bay from the winds of the open Ionian Sea. The bay offers ideal conditions for Sea Kayaking in the Peloponnese, especially for beginners. The bay itself is a place of incredible natural beauty, with an impressive landscape, warm, crystal-clear waters, and golden sandy beaches where sea turtles often return to lay their eggs. Sea Kayaking Navarino Bay is a must without a doubt.
The Trip
Meet your guides at Divari Beach, just a few kilometers away from the charming village of Gialova. Your guide will brief you on paddling techniques, safety measures, and equipment. Soon we shall hop on our kayaks for a sea kayak trip around Navarino Bay like never before. Heading west, we paddle towards the imposing cliffs of Sphacteria Island, a place of nesting and resting for many species of birds that we may witness. Our next stop is the dock of Sphacteria. Here, we jump out of our kayaks, stretch our legs, and walk to the island’s viewpoint to take pictures of an idyllic landscape and for storytelling. Back to our kayaks, heading north to experience the open Ionian Sea for a few minutes and also admire the fort of Paleokastro and its impressive walls and bastions guarding the north entrance of the bay.
A few minutes later, we shall make a stop at a secluded beach for swimming and resting. Here we shall also taste our homemade picnic of local delicacies and relax under the sun. After this energy-pumped stop, we will paddle back to the starting point to end an amazing day in the tranquility of Navarino Bay.
What's included
- Super stable and easy to paddle single or double kayaks with a rudder.
- Full Sea Kayak equipment: paddle, life jacket, spray-deck, waterproof jacket, waterproof bags.
- Land and water-based Sea Kayaking paddling instructions.
- British Canoeing (BC) Sea Kayak leaders holding a first-aid certificate.
- Eco-friendly cultural and educational guiding.
- Picnic lunch with freshly baked bread, handpicked vegetables, extra virgin olive oil dips, local cheese, and fruits of the season.
- Photographs from the trip.
- All taxes.
Not included
- Water (please bring your own full bottle of water).
- Transfer to the meeting point.
- Tip or gratuity.
Know before you book
- A minimum number of 2 participants is required for this activity to take place.
- Previous experience is not required.
- Knowing how to swim is compulsory for this activity.
- Relatively good physical condition is needed.
- Parental accompaniment is required for minors to take part in this activity.
- Kids from 5 years old may join this trip.
- A written waiver form is compulsory to be filled in before taking part in this activity.
Know before you go
- Bottle of water (a reusable bottle helps in minimizing plastic waste).
- Medication you are on.
- Hat.
- Short or long sleeve t-shirt.
- Sunscreen.
- Towel.
- Swimwear or shorts.
- Change of dry clothes (to be used after the activity).
- Sea shoes, flip flops, or sandals (avoid bulky shoes, trainers, and socks).
Frequently asked questions
What if I've never kayaked before?
Most of our customers are first-timers. Sea kayak Navarino is easy to catch up to, and beginners can complete a decent journey on their first sea kayaking trip. The kayaks you will be using are super stable and suit all levels of paddlers, even if you have never paddled before. Our experienced guides will take you through the basic skills, so you have the knowledge and adequate paddling capability to enjoy a day at the sea.
What will be the pace?
All of our trips are about journeying. We paddle at a relaxed pace; we learn on the move and enjoy the marine environment. If you are a group of experienced paddlers wanting to complete a demanding journey, then a private trip would be the best option.
What should I wear?
We suggest wearing clothes that you don’t mind getting a bit wet. Swimwear is essential if you wish to swim, a quick-dry t-shirt, a hat, sunglasses, and shorts. Running shoes and socks are not recommended as they tend to get soggy. Sea shoes, sandals, or flip flops are fine. A lightweight polypropylene or fleece layer should be included in early spring and late fall tours. Dry bags are provided where you can store your phone or some other personal belongings.
Who are the people who will guide us?
Professional local kayak leaders trained and certified by the British Canoeing (BC) with a great knowledge of the area and the marine environment.
Is this Sea Kayaking trip suitable for families with kids?
Absolutely Yes! A family sea kayak tour is fun, educational, stimulating, and surprisingly relaxing for parents who wish to have their kids engaged in the experience, exploring the marine environment and the outdoors in a safe and controlled way. We offer discounted rates for families with kids on some tours.
What is the minimum age for a kid to join this sea kayaking trip?
Kids from 5 years old may join a standard group trip or a private trip. We always paddle with kids at a relaxed pace giving them the opportunity to learn and have fun.
What is the trip best suited for me? How do I choose?
All of our trips are designed to be suitable for everybody. Each one has its own unique characteristics. The best way to choose a trip among others is to check which one departs closer to the place you are staying.
Do you offer private trips?
Yes, we can organize a private tour, standard or tailor-made, just for you, your family, or your friends.
Should I book a standard trip or a private trip?
If you are happy to paddle with a mixed group or don’t want to spend as much money, then booking a standard group trip is the best way to go. Private trips really work best with groups of experienced paddlers or groups of friends who want to do something a bit different, would like to do a more advanced journey, or just want to have privacy and enjoy the trip just themselves.
Is lunch provided?
Yes, simple, nutritious, and flavorsome, the food is one of the pleasures during our trips. Halfway, we make a relaxing stop at a nice place to taste a picnic with freshly baked bread, organic garden-grown fruits and vegetables, homemade olive oil, and cheese.
What route will we take?
We usually perform our tours within a certain route, aiming to visit the most beautiful spots each trip has to offer; however, your guide is likely to choose an alternative route that suits the conditions on the day and the experience and needs of the group. This is the safest and best way to operate Kayaking trips.
Where do I park my car?
You can park your vehicle safely and for free near our meeting point. Feel free to ask us about the parking conditions for a specific trip.
What happens if the weather is unsuitable?
A sea kayaking trip is either cancelled, and we return your money, or arranged for another day.
How can I book a Sea kayak Navarino trip?
You can fill out the online booking form at Sea kayak Navarino bay or for the trip you want to participate in.
Sustainability
We are committed to promoting sustainable tourism and preserving the natural beauty of the coastline for future generations. Our Sea Kayaking activity embodies this green character in several meaningful ways. Notably, the activity is powered solely by human effort, ensuring no fossil fuel is consumed during your exploration. By opting for paddle power, we minimise our carbon footprint and contribute to a cleaner environment.
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Our super stable and easy-to-paddle single or double kayaks are made from high-quality, durable materials designed to have minimal impact on the environment. Additionally, we supply reusable waterproof bags to keep your belongings dry, reducing the need for single-use plastics.
We strongly encourage all participants to bring a reusable water bottle to minimize the use of plastic throwaways. Hydration is crucial, but it doesn’t have to come at the expense of our planet’s health. Refillable bottles can be topped up before departure to ensure you have ample water for the journey.
Our commitment to sustainability extends beyond equipment and personal habits. We integrate environmental stewardship into our activities. During our trips, guides will provide space and bags for small beach clean-ups, encouraging participants to help maintain the pristine condition of the coastline. We ask everyone to collect any plastic or other debris encountered along the way, ensuring that we leave the places we visit better than we found them.
By following these sustainable practices, together we can ensure that the breathtaking beauty of the coastline remains undisturbed and that our sea kayaking experiences continue to be eco-friendly and enriching for all.
You can read more about our Sustainability Policy and Code of Conduct here.
What our guests say
We had a great time with George in Navarino Bay. Beautiful scenery, ideal weather, calm sea. A huge thank you to our guide George for his kindness, his good humor, his explanations in English and French about Greece, his motivation and his excellent picnic. Many thanks for this wonderful adventure!
We had an amazing kayaking trip that included refreshments along the way, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable. It truly added something special to our vacation in Greece and became one of the highlights of our stay. The scenery was beautiful, the atmosphere was relaxed and fun, and everything was well organized. Our kids, aged 14 and 17, absolutely loved it as well—they were just as excited as we were. Highly recommended!
Wonderful tour with fantastic guides (Yiannis & Fotis) who gave useful instructions on paddling and knew a great deal about the history of the region. Delightful and lovingly prepared picnic with local products on the beach. It was an unforgettable experience, thank you for everything!
What an unforgettable experience! For my birthday we decided to go sea kayaking in the beautiful Navarino Bay, and it was really super nice to do this. The view over the crystal clear water, the tranquility of the surroundings and the feeling of freedom on the water it all added up. What made it extra special was that we had a private guide. He was incredibly friendly, and knew a lot to tell us about the area. As a result, it felt not only like a sporting activity, but also like a cultural exploration. After kayaking we enjoyed a delicious lunch that the guide had brought with him. A perfect break after paddling. Thanks Panos!
If you're a nature lover & explorer, then "ExploreMessinia" team is what you're really looking for. My sea-kayak experience, was far beyond any of my expectations! All the guides are so helpful, kind and, of course, super fun!!! They are right next to you every step of the way, so you can enjoy your "adventure" to the fullest!!! Nothing can go wrong with "ExploreMessinia"! Simple as that. Can't wait to meet you guys again, for another truly unforgettable day!!! See u again soon for a land activity this time! Sept' 2025.
Great corridor and great drivers with training and positive mood!!! Suitable for beginners with no prior experience in sea kayaking.
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The experience was more better than we expected! Is was absolutely fantastic and the best thing that we did with my girlfriend during 15 days holidays in Peloponnisos! Fotis was a great teacher and fantastic company for us! Except the sport experience which we enjoyed, he explained us about the history, he guide us to a fantastic beach for swimming and the picnik was a real greek healthy one on time! Thank you so much!
We had an absolutely amazing experience with Explore Messinia! It was our first time trying kayaking and, to be honest, we weren’t sure if we would enjoy it — but it turned out to be one of the highlights of our trip. The whole activity is totally value for money: we took the time to learn the basics, our guide shared fascinating details about the history and places around us, we enjoyed a lovely picnic, and we discovered some truly beautiful beaches along the way. From the very beginning, our trainer made us feel completely comfortable and safe, which allowed us to relax and enjoy every moment. This is a highly recommended experience, and if we ever find ourselves in the area again, we will definitely book another adventure with them!
We had a truly lovely time on this trip. Fotios was very capable and experienced with the kayaks, one of the best safety and technique briefings I've had. He also knew a huge amount about the local area and history and his enthusiasm shone through to help make this a day to remember. The scenery is truly amazing and paddling across the bay under your own steam is pretty special.
Fotios and Pavlos were two amazing ambassadors of Greek beauty and history. They guided us through a wonderful sea with patience and competence. We really enjoyed sharing a good picnic meal, talking about our experiences in our countries. Oh, and their advice on local food was great too!
We had such a great time on our kayak trip! The experience was well-organized, fun, and truly memorable. Fotios, our guide, shared so many fascinating stories about the area’s history — full of detail, but told in such an easygoing and engaging way that even someone like me, who doesn’t usually enjoy history, was completely drawn in. What made it even more special was how thoughtful Fotios was with the kids. On the way back, he let them help navigate the kayak, which meant the world to them and made the whole trip even more exciting. If you're thinking about trying this experience, I highly recommend this group. It was the perfect mix of nature, storytelling, and fun for all ages!
excellent moment of discovery in canoe of navarino bay We explored a small island, learned a lot of very well told historical things in English very understandable by our animator. We shared the picnic on a heavenly beach. accessible to all and pleasant shared moment
What an amazing experience to paddle through the turquoise water of navarino bay! It was the best way to explore sea kayaking - I will definitely do it again :)
We had an excellent time exploring Navarino Bay with Fotis and learning about the history of the area. The kayaking was relatively easy as we had minimal winds and currents with clear instructions from our guide. He was great fun, knowledgeable and kind which added to our enjoyment of the day. The picnic was delicious free our paddling and gave us an opportunity to connect as a group. We would highly recommend if to anyone and viewed it as a very special day in an unspoilt and special area of the world.
We had a wonderful experience kayaking in the beautiful Bay of Navarino. The scenery is breathtaking: crystal clear waters, unspoilt nature and a calm that makes it all the more special. Paddling along the coast we discovered spectacular views, small caves and hidden beaches, far from the crowds. The activity was perfectly organized: the equipment was in excellent condition and the guide experienced, attentive and passionate. Along the way he told us historical and natural curiosities about the area, making the hike even more interesting. Suitable for everyone, even those who do not have great experience with kayaking. A perfect way to discover the authentic beauty of this corner of Greece. Highly recommended!
We had one of the special days in life that you can only be grateful for. Navarino Bag is stunning and we had the most perfect calm conditions to paddle. It is all quite easy and relaxing. Our guide Fotis was kind, fun and knowledgeable about the area. The picnic was delicious and gave all the guests and opportunity to get to know each other. I can highly recommend the tour without hesitation.
This is easy to describe. Great trip and awesome guide, Fotios. We loved the kayaking, lunch and water action in the bay. Lunch was fresh and healthy. Scenery and swimming was splendid. You'll be pleased.
Wow what an amazing day we had. We're a family of 3 with an 11 year old, and all of us thoroughly enjoyed our adventure sea kayaking. Both George and Christina had a real passion for the local area and were very knowledgeable, giving a great insight to the history of the area. This was one of the highlights of our holiday and the memories will last. We will be back to take on a couple more trips when we come back. Thank-you
This was a highlight of our recent week in Navarino Bay and I would definitely recommend it to anyone who wants a fun adventure and an authentic experience of Greece. Photis, our guide, was a mine of information about the local area, customs, and history and he really brought these aspects alive for us. He prepared a wonderful picnic of Greek 'fast food', including olives, tomatoes and delicious home made olive oil from his farm. His whole approach was knowledgeable and accessible. We paddled from Golden Beach to the island of Sphacteria and saw the unforgettable Russian monuments created after the famous naval battle in the bay. There was also time for a swim to cool down. The paddling is a good workout, but doesn't require any special skill or fitness level. Single and double kyaks are available. Overall, it was a great experience!
Great excursion! We were with family: 2 adults and 2 children (9 and 7 years) in 2 kayaks. This allowed us to discover Navarino Bay differently: it is beautiful, the memories are unforgettable! The four of us loved it. George was a great guide: very nice, dynamic and interesting. Thank you very much! We recommend +++
What a wonderful experience! We're a group of five with two kids (11 & 12), two adults & grandma (80) - all beginners. The kayaks are easy to handle, the scenery is awesome and our guide Fotios clearly loves his work and made this trip so much better than expected. We highly recommend this tour - it's safe, fun, and memorable.
We went on the kayak tour in Navarino Bay. Highly recommended! Wonderful tour, great views and fascinating information about the history of the region. Many thanks to Yiannis and Fotis for this unique experience!
We had a great day out in the water, kayaking at Navarino Bay, with explore Messinia's professional guides. It was a lovely experience for all of us - a large group with children aged 6-13. The guides were very patient with the kids, taught them (and us) how to handle the kayak safely, played games with them, and prepared a great picnic for all of us out on the beach. We had great fun and learned a lot about the area and it's history. The gear was top quality as well. We definitely recommend this as a family activity.
Well organized kayaking trip around Navarino Bay, great staff and equipment, very informative and fun. Thoroughly recommended
My family and I had such a wonderful and fun experience in July 2022 with Fotis and Trifonas during our sea kayaking excursion in Navarino Bay! Great teachers and so patient especially since I (the Mom of my group) wasn't very quick or good at paddling lol! Thank you so much for this amazing experience, highly recommend it and would do it again!
We had an excellent day sea kayaking in the Navarino Bay with our guides Yorgos & Yorgos. They were both extremely friendly and very professional. The day was planned and executed to a T and great fun was had by all of us, young and old. Highly reccomended!! (family of 6 with children ages 7, 10, 13, 16)
The kayak tour of the Navarino bay was a great activity the guides were very knowledgeable and extremely friendly and the provided lunch was very tasty. If you get a chance I would definitely recommend but remember to take sunscreen and cover up . The scenery is beautiful
We had a beautiful experience kayaking Navarino bday with our guide George. I absolutely recommend booking with them for a transcendent day in Messini.
Super excursion ! Nous étions en famille : 2 adultes et 2 enfants (9 et 7 ans) répartis dans 2 kayaks. Cela nous a permis de découvrir la Navarino Bay autrement : elle est magnifique, les souvenirs sont inoubliables ! Nous avons adoré tous les 4. George a été un guide au top : très sympa, dynamique et intéressant. Merci beaucoup ! Nous recommandons +++
We had such a fabulous time on the sea kayak experience in Navarino Bay!! We would 100% do this again if we return to the area. We met our guides Roque and Fotis in the morning where they told us some helpful tips on kayaking techniques. There were two other people on the kayak trip. The guides made it LOTS of fun and had plenty of good stories and history. High quality kayaks. We had a chance to take a swim before our lunch on the beach which was delicious. They took photos of the day and emailed them to us so we have memories of the trip. Do not hesitate to book this experience!!
We had a great Kayak Tour with Giorgos, we went across Navarino Bay including a nice lunch break and time for snorkeling. Giorgos gave us some helpful tips for a better technique which we very much appreciated. We can 100% recommend booking a trip with them!
Wir haben in der Nebensaison eine tolle "Private Tour" mit dem 2er Kayak in der Navarino Bucht gemacht. Von der Einweisung in die Basics der Kayak-Technik über Erzählungen zur Geschichte der Bucht bis zum griechischen Picknick und den tollen Fotos, die unser Guide George von unserer Tour gemacht hat, hat einfach alles gepasst. Nach unserem Start im Hafen von Pylos sind wir auf dem flachen Wasser an den Ausgang der Bucht gepaddelt und haben den malerischen Steibogen aus der Nähe betrachtet. Danach sind wir in die sogenannte Drachenhöhle gepaddelt, hier war der Wellengang außerhalb der Bucht schon ganz deutlich zu spüren. Dank George haben wir uns aber immer auf der sicheren Seite gefühlt. Bei unserem anschließenden griechischen Picknick an einem winzigen Sandstrand auf der Insel Sfaktiria hatten wir die Gelegenheit zu schnorcheln genutzt und konnten hierbei eine große Meeresschildkröte Unterwasser beobachten, ein fantastisches Erlebnis! Nach der leckeren Stärkung ging es weiter zu einer weiteren Unterwasserhöhle, wo wir auf drei ordentlich planschende Seehunde gestossen sind, die unsere Kayaks dann noch ein kurzes Stück begleitet haben. Wer sich also auch für die tierischen Bewohner der Bucht interessiert ist bei dieser Tour goldrichtig. Rundum eine äußerst empfehlenswerte Tour mit einem sehr netten Guide, perfekter Organisation und -mit etwas Glück- tollen Tierbeobachtungen, die ihr Geld (190 Euro für 2 Personen, Dauer: 4,5 Stunden) auf jeden Fall wert ist!
My 8 year old son and i went kayaking with explore messinia in navarino bay. We had a great time, it was well organized and the guides took great care to make the experience a special one. Bringing a snorkling mask is recommended.
I had a very professional and easy going at the same time program with Explore Messinia at Navarino Bay. Amazing locations (exotic waters and sand beaches) which are elevated by the kayaking approach, of this 2 day program. All is taken care of ( food and drinks, camping gear) with care and of high quality, plus the guides are so fun, knowledgeable and with positive vibes. Physically demanding but definitely worth the effort!
Sea Kayak Navarino, ένα διήμερο υπέροχο από όλα !!!!! Οι *Explorer Messinias * μοναδικοί σε διάθεση , ήθος ,χαμόγελο ,σεβασμό στην φύση ,ασφάλεια ,εμπειρία και φουλ παροχές που νοιώθεις καλύτερα και από το σπίτι σου . Μακάρι να υπάρχουν και να υπάρξουν αρκετοί τέτοιοι "άνθρωποι" ανάμεσά μας για ένα καλύτερο κόσμο . Ευχαριστώ πολύ για την μοναδική εμπειρία που έζησα κοντά σας και που σίγουρα θα κατέχει πάντα ένα κομμάτι στην καρδιά μου. Keep going !!!!!!
Amazing experience, amazing people, amazing place! I had so much fun trying sea kayak in navarino bay for the first time in my life and you made it such an easy and safe experience! Looking forward to the next one
An amazing experience that everyone should have. Everything was perfectly and safely organized. We had a beautiful kayaking trip around Navarino. I would recommend "Explore Messinia" to everyone!!!
We were a group of 4 adults and 2 teens and spent a wonderful 4 hours kayaking around Navarino Bay. The whole experience was perfect, our guide was such a lovely guy, totally competent, caring, knowledgeable and funny, in English and Greek! I can't recommend this enough!
Esperienza stupenda a Navarino con il nostro accompagnatore Iorgios! Abbiamo fatto una giornata in kayak veramente molto divertente, interessante e rilassante! Assolutamente consigliato!
We did a kayak Tour in Navarino Bay with our 9 year old twins and all of us absolutely enjoyed it! Beautiful scenerie, gentle paddling, great food and nice snorkeling in the break The two guides are so friendly, funny and chilled, if we had more time here, we had done more tours with them. And they are great with kids! Thank you very much for this great memory!
We went for the Sea kayaking tour in Navarino Bay with George and I have to say that it was a perfect day for the full family. George is a great guide, with the best balance between historical and sea kayaking knowledge. The day starts with a tutorial. We're a family of 6, with 4 kids aged 9 to 17. We had no previous kayak experience but George made this all very easy. We stopped snorkeling, jumping, diving, and had a lovely picnic in a secluded beach, like the most beautiful swimming pool ever! The kids were enchanted and honestly, as the kayaks are of great quality, the paddling was not painfully at all. I'm very happy to write these few lines as George and his teammates do a great job and really care about the success of your day.
the best experience i have ever had! Sea kayak in Navarino bay. you are the best ! I look forward to explore more places of unique beauty with your great team.
I really enjoyed kayaking with these guys once in the Lousio river and next time at the gulf of Navarino, sapietza island! They are young, very experienced, friendly taking all precautions to avoid any incident and they are great story tellers! Amazing experience! It is also very recommended for large groups and families with little children so that they can experience nature! Next time I ll in kalamata area, I will definitely organize something guys!
We had such a fabulous time on the sea kayak experience in Navarino Bay!! We would 100% do this again if we return to the area. We met our guides Roque and Fotis in the morning where they told us some helpful tips on kayaking techniques. There were two other people on the kayak trip. The guides made it LOTS of fun and had plenty of good stories and history. We had a chance to take a swim before our lunch on the beach which was delicious. They took photos of the day and emailed them to us so we have memories of the trip. Do not hesitate to book this experience!!
The trip was outstanding - excellent guides and I felt very safe at all times. The sea was so clear and the views outstanding.
This was so magical; the distance was just right. Kayaked to a Greek Island! Cannot put into words the views, Mediterranean Sea, beyond beautiful. Our guides were so very welcoming , friendly and helpful, with a side of humour too. I highly recommend; I did this as a solo excursion and I was more than comfortable. And would do it again in a heartbeat.
We had a fantastic day exploring the beautiful Navarino Bay with George our excellent guide. The instruction at the start was very clear and concise and the distances we covered perfect for our level of fitness (we are not so young any more). We visited the island and sea cave, sampled the bigger waves beyond the harbour mouith which was exciting. We also stopped at a lovely beach for a swim and a simple yet delicious picnic. George is extremely knowledgeable of the area and taught us about the extensive history of the place from spartans through to naval battles of the 19th century which changed the course of Greek history. I thoroughly recomend this trip.
I'm all in and would like more. Uncommon way of sightseeing but very enjoyable. Great positive vibes for guide George and beatifull nature and water. Just try
In one word, wow. My husband and I went kayaking with George. First stop we stopped at a small uninhabited island and got explanations from George about the place. We received very lovely treatment. The instructors were charming, with a good mood and excellent energy and made the whole experience charming. I recommended all my friends to come.....
My 8 year old son and i went kayaking. We had a great time, it was well organized and the guides took great care to make the experience a special one.
Our competition guides prepared us well for kayaking and provided all the important information. We made stops in between and were told historical stories. The picnic was delicious and could recover. Even as persons who become a little seasick, you can do this without any problems. We would highly recommend this experience to other families:)
Very professional and easy going at the same time program. Amazing locations (exotic waters and sand beaches) which are elevated by the kayaking approach, of this 2 day program. All is taken care of ( food and drinks, camping gear) with care and of high quality, plus the guides are so fun, knowledgeable and with positive vibes. Physically demanding but definitely worth the effort!
It was all very nice! We were going for a two-day kayaking. The kids knew their work very well. They took us to very nice places (monuments and beaches) telling us their story. The food they provided was too delicious. Very friendly and pleasant everyone! I highly recommend them!
Incredible team with a lot of positive energy! A must try experience if you visit the area! The team has the knowledge and equipment for you to feel safe and enjoy the activity.
There are no words... for the organization! Professionals from the first moment of the event! The drivers are amazing! There's a lot of joy in what they do!
Superb kayak tour in the bay of Pylos accompanied by Rock who explained the history of the site to us. The picnic at the end of the outing crowns it all.
Tremendous !! Magnificent site. Rock excellent guide who speaks perfect English and taught us a lot about the history of the bay and Greece. Very good typical picnic. Very beautiful lagoon with shades of blue! I would highly recommend it!! Wonderf
Great activity! George was a terrific guide. He knew so much history of the area, and did a great job introducing the novice kayakers in our group to the basics. The trip was relaxing and fun with a picnic lunch on the beach. Everything was managed very well on the booking end as well.
Lovely trip from our resort to Navarino Bay. Great equipment, well briefed pre excursion, paddled to an historic site where we went ashore for a visit to a memorial site and went into a Russian church. Then paddled to see an old Greek castle before stopping for a swim and lunch, which was simple and delicious. Roque and Trifonas were excellent, we would highly recommend this trip. No previous paddle experience necessary.
Such a beautiful experience in Navarino bay! Kayaking in stunning nature and enjoying wonderful views from "secret" spots! Swimming was really refreshing and the traditional Greek food during the lunch break was delicious. Our guide was amazing too! He was really helpful during paddling and he told us many new things about the place that we've been. Don't miss it!
Our family had a fantastic day of sea kayaking on the stunning Navarino bay. George and Agrivi were great instructors and a lot of fun. The kayaks are modern and have a rudder with foot steering which made life easier to navigate the boat. The trip culminated on the beach with a light lunch of cheese, vegetables, bread and olive oil. Highly recommend sea kayaking in this lovely part of Greece with George and his crew.
Great, friendly service from the start. I have a 9yr old daughter who kayaks regularly at home, and thought this would be fun for her. Trifonas was super helpful in suggesting this trip and email communication was exceptionally helpful. On the day, Roque and Christos couldn't have done any more for us. Friendly, very informative about the history and geography of the area, and a great picnic. Daughter ended up paddling tandem with me since the adult sized sea kayaks were a bit big for her, plus it was a bit windy. She absolutely loved it though, especially chatting about her kayaking with Roque. Highly recommended trip!
Lovely experience in Kayak with Rocco and Fivos, funny time in wonderful landscapes and beautiful sea.
We start at the north side of the bay. And row to the island Had a shirt walk , got some history storeis and row for a short time to the open sea. Was great experience for all the family. The guide was professional .
Our sea kayak trip in Navarino was an amazing experience! We enjoyed paddling with our friendly and hospitable guide Roque. Also,the tour in Sfaktiria island where Roque gave us a lot of informations for the reach history of the place, was very interesting. During the picnic in the beach we had a pleasant break,tasting fresh fruits and topical products and having a friendly chat with the rest of the group. We are looking forward for our next exploring. Kostas and Marina.
We spent a wonderful day with the greatest guides. It was exhausting, but the guides did so well that the fun factor was greater than the effort. Thank you for everything. You did great. We felt very comfortable and can only recommend it.
We had an amazing day, our guide George was super friendly and fun and had so much knowledge about Kalamata and Greece’s history. We started off kayaking to a nearby island which is where we got to lean a lot about the area’s history as well as see some important local tributes. We then continued all through the bay and slightly out into the open see to get a feel for the waves there and then back for lunch were we had a great Greek lunch and had some time to swim before finishing our final stretch of kayaking before ending for the day. It was truly the highlight of our holiday and George made it a true fun experience for our entire group. Definitely recommend.
We did the kayaking from Akrogiali Beach on the eastern side of Kalamata bay. It was such a fun trip beginning with good instruction delivered by our endearing guide Foivis & his able assistant. Foivis was an absolute joy keeping us entertained whilst imparting his passion for the sea & the beautiful surroundings. His enthusiasm was infectious & knowledge of his country’s history, culture, flora, fauna & food, impressive. An intelligent, genial, warm hearted man, loving his job & the surroundings. The kayaking was great fun without being over strenuous. The sea & scenery were both beautiful & we were informed of interesting information about area as we paddled. We stopped twice at secluded beaches for swims & had basic but hearty lunch which set us up nicely for the paddle back. We can heartily recommend this trip which was informative, but more importantly, great fun.
Loved every part of this experience! The guides were patient and fun, helped make sure we were totally comfortable in the water and kept everyone laughing the whole time. Everything was very well-timed and not too tiring, we especially loved the picnic and swimming. INCREDIBLE views and got to learn some cool history about Navarino Bay. Highly recommend to anyone visiting the Kalamata area and very grateful to have had so much fun!!
This is the third time we (a group of 4 adults and 3 teenagers) do sea kayaking with ExploreMessinia, and in particular with Giorgos as our guide, and a new location for us (Methoni, after Kardamyli and Pylos). Amazing as always. Great selection of location (combining natural beauty and history), friendly/hospitable/entertaining guide who truly loves what he does and enjoys hosting people, professional/responsible/experienced. Authentic local snack during break. I can't recommend it any higher to anyone (visitor or local!) who wants to (re)discover the best of what Messinia has to offer. We will be back for more.
We had a fantastic day out kayaking around Navarino Bay. Our expert guide Fotis was fun, friendly and very knowledgeable about the history of the area. He provided a delicious lunch with some local food and took some lovely photos for us which he emailed to us the same day. We learnt some basic kayaking skills which made the paddling much easier! Thank you Fotis and team for such a special day!
Really lovely trip with great guides. Perfect for beginners. We visited lovely secluded beaches and had a wonderful rustic lunch al fresco. We were two adults and two 13 year old boys. Highly recommended.
Very nice experience. Fun trip with George and Christina, who were fantastic guides. Amazing views of the island, and pretty, clear waters. Would recommend.
After a good instruction with helpful guides made a trip with the kayak. Two trips: on an island and during a delicious lunch. Lots of info about the history and the area. Yet itself was beautiful, not spectacular but fun to do. Enthusiastic guidance
The guide was very professional and friendly. We felt very well looked after from the beginning. He immediately exuded positive mood and it was huge fun. The four hours passed like a whirlwind. The guide told a lot of information about the region and it was very entertaining and exciting to listen to him. The canoe route is also ideal for beginners. At noon we had very delicious bread with olive oil and vegetables/fruit. We also had plenty of time to swim. A perfect day.
A very nice kayak tour, solid instructions, very informative tour with excellent stories of the guides. Safe and a great half day out on the water
Paddling was very easy and brought new insights into the area. George told us a lot about the region, historical and geographical. It was very relaxed.
AMAZING expérience, everything was perfect :) A mix of sport, culture and food ! Thanks so much for the professionalism, I will recommend for sure !
I thoroughly recommend this trip. Great guides - fun, knowledgeable and experienced. The scenery was stunning. Comfortable boats too!
This was our first time doing see kayaking, and we had an amazing tour! Our tour guide, Roque, was not only generous and kind, but so knowledgeable! He made everything doable, and we had a fantastic time! Highly recommend this company, and this tour! Next time we come back, we will do their other tour, which I’m sure will be equally as great!
Both guides were very friendly, supportive, energetic and fun to paddle along with. They shared some history and geographical facts about each place we were visiting, making kayaking even more interesting activity. They took care of everything, even offering lunch, consisted of local products. A truly amazing experience!
Roque was an incredible guide, and the trip was relaxing and fun! Roque shared the history of the bay, packed a delicious lunch, and was excellent at explaining how to get into and out of the kayak safely. His humor and knowledge made a regular kayaking trip into an educational and fun experience, and I would definitely take this trip with him again!
We really loved the tour and our guide Roque was awesome, told us some history facts about the envoirement 🛶 and the lunch was delicious!🫒 We highly recommend booking this activity! 🙌🏽👩🏻🤝👨🏽 Thank You for an unforgettable day!
We were a group of 9 (two families). Fotis and Roque were easygoing and joyful guides, great at all aspects of this excursion - instructing us on kayaking, making us feel safe, taking photos to capture the experience, and sharing the fascinating history of Navarino Bay. It was fun to stop at Sphaktiria Island and see a little Russian shrine there, then stop for a beautiful swimming spot and some lunch. The guides are historians, kayaking experts and even foodies who love to share their families' olive oil, olives and delicacies. Such a fun experience during our stay in Messinia!
We had a great time with Trifonas, who guided us and also the children very well. We really enjoyed the great scenery and a lovely prepared lunch. Trifonas also provided some special information about (the history of) the places we passed by.
Our sea kayak trip was really fabulous. Perfectly accessible even for inexperienced people (2 adults and 2 children aged 10 and 12). Our guide Trifonas was charming and absolutely not miserly in explaining the historical setting of the place, it was exciting. In addition, a lunch break with fresh and local produce, amidst an exceptional landscape. Really unforgettable, I highly recommend!!
Excellent morning exploring from Pylos by kayak! Very knowledgeable, fun and inclusive guides. Thanks and I will definitely use you again next time I visit the area!
My family and I had such a wonderful and fun experience in July 2022 with Fotis and Trifonas during our sea kayaking excursion in Navarino Bay! Great teachers and so patient especially since I (the Mom of my group) wasn't very quick or good at paddling lol! Thank you so much for this amazing experience, highly recommend it and would do it again!
We had an incredibly nice day! Our guide George explained everything great and we felt comfortable and safe at all times. The lovingly spread picnic was a highlight. We were lucky with wind and weather and could even paddle into the "cave of the dragon". Highly recommended! Muscle soreness guaranteed.
The day was great and we had a wonderful time. The kayaking was beautiful and everyone had afun time (family of 6 - four kids ages 7, 10, 13 and 16). Our guides Yorgos and Yorgos were friendly, charming and very proffessional. The day was planned and executed in the best way possible. We highly reccomend this trip!!
An excellent family kayak tour, with Roques not only being very competent in kayaking, but also a very gentle and passionate guide. We had a very good pre-departure briefing and many comments and explanations about the Navarino bay all along the day.
Our guide George was fun and positive! He made the experience great, even though we could not travel to all the sights due to very windy weather. Lunch was delicious and the guides will help you learn about the area, learn some kayaking skills, and feel relaxed doing it. A perfect outing for a small group of friends, couples, or family. It was also nice that the guides snapped several photos for the group and shared them for free after so you can just focus on the experience.
Our family had a great time on the kayak trip. Nice views from the kayak and from the island we visited and 2 very good and friendly guides. Recommended!
We had a wonderful half day. Everyone enjoyed - teens and even the 8 year girl. The guides were great, shared stories, explain how to paddle and brought with them a picnic meal ( traditional) that was very tasty
Great day with Georgios and Chris: nice guides who tell stories and anecdotes. Beautiful walk, beautiful waters and friendly traditional picnic.
Everything was excellent in that activity. The activity was charming and fun. George and Rock were the guides who were charming and professional. Excellent guidance, detailed and clear explanations also for the activity, instructions for the cookies. George also added a detailed explanation about the area, its history - so that's what they put into the sports activity. warmly recommended.
We had a fantastic day on the water. It was relaxed but fun, and they took the time to show our mixed ability group how everything is done. I think exactly what you do depends on the weather and the group, but we paddled across to Sphacteria, where Giorgos gave us a quick history lesson and showed us a beautiful little wooden Russian church. We then paddled to a turquoise beach and had a very memorable Greek picnic, then paddled back. Both guides were very friendly and helpful, including returning a GoPro that my muppet son left on the kayak. Highly recommended, you’ll all have fun!
Fortis provided our family of 6 adults a wonderful day kayaking, swimming, snacking while learning about the history of the area. We would all highly recommend this.
Giorges and Roque were very helpful and patient, and made it fun for the kids! They brought a very traditional lunch. The whole family enjoyed the kayaking trip :)
We had a fantastic day. George and Chris were our guides and they were amazing! This has always been a dream to kayak in Greece, and it lived up to the dream. Highly suggest this!
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