Private Kayak Tour in the Venetian Lagoon
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Thousands of tourists visit Venice and its islands every day. We will go where mass tourism has not yet managed to arrive, if you are looking for a slow tourism this tour is the one for you. You can enjoy the silence where nothing or no one passes. A tour inside the heart of the lagoon to discover its origins.
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We will explore the Venetian Lagoon through alternative itineraries we will sail to the most fascinating places of the lagoon through ghebi and sandbanks we will discover the most unknown and inaccessible islands that can only be reached by kayak which thanks to its flat bottom and rowing propulsion allow you to cross the shallows of the lagoon. Wandering among egrets and herons you will navigate and see incredible scenery, you can take breathtaking photos, or enjoy a beautiful sunny day to discover the most authentic places in the lagoon off the classic routes and mass tourism, we will visit oases of peace and deserted islands in a natural context typical of the lagoon between land and sea. I invite you to read the article they published in Esquire magazine about the experience.
The rowing accademy is the place where the art of Venetian rowing is taught here for centuries the traditions and secrets of the rowing technique have been handed down where the great champions of the historic regatta of Venice have trained and still train. who remember them in their great historical feats and we will have the opportunity to see and touch all the boats and tools typical of rowing such as the gondola the sandolo la mascareta
The island of Torcello is located in the north-east corner of the lagoon considered the first Venice To date the island is mainly made up of vegetable gardens and is inhabited only by a few dozen people, while 1500 years ago it was the center of the entire civilization Venetian: during the year 638, the Roman Catholic bishop of Altino, which was then the main Roman city of that area, moved to Torcello together with many other Altinesi due to the pressure provoked by the invasion of the barbarian hordes, thus creating the first large lagoon settlement.
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- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
Reviews(34)
We had a great kayak with Filippo! He took us out into the beautiful nature where we got to learn about the history of Burano and the nearby islands and see fisherman in action. We saw birds and took small canals only accessible by kayak. Filippo was a great guide. He was knowledgeable about the location and passionate about the lagoon.
It was a lovely trip to see the hidden parts of Burano with its nature and history!
Kayaking around Burano was so peaceful. Such a change from the busy streets of Venice. Filippo gave great explanations as we paddled around the protected areas. We did need to cross a few sections where motor boats travel. Filippo ensured we only paddled once there was enough time to cross safely. I do recommend that you have experience kayaking or have good upper body strength for this almost 2 hour tour. My niece commented that her arms were very tired and she was thankful we ended when we did. Pay attention to the meeting point location as it is on Burano but TripAdvisor states it is in Venice. The #12 water bus will get you to the correct place.
Booked this and arrived at the designated meeting spot at 9 am. Was surprised to find just me and my girlfriend there and no one else. Called Filippo and asked where he was, and he told me it was cancelled due to the tides. No notice was given to me that it was cancelled. He did offer a refund or another date, and to his credit, processed the refund immediately. Recommend reaching out the night before via whatsapp to confirm the trip is still happening.
Fantastic kayak tour with local guide. Took an early water bus #12 to Burano before the crowds arrived. Learned about the history of Burano and boating and Paddled through canals around the islands, a wonderful quiet respite. Highly recommended.
I very much enjoyed my tour with Filippo and can only recommend it to anybody else! It's a great option to get away from all the masses in Venezia and really appreciate the lagune's nature. First you will learn more about rowing traditions in Venezia, than the kayaking tour starts through the protected and hidden areas of Burano and more. Very nice and calming! Just to clarify for anybody interested, since I've seen confusion in other comments: This booking is for the tour with Filippo, but then you need additional 30€ in cash for the rowing school to rent your kayak. I recommend this to anybody looking for an authentic and slow non-touristic experience in Vienna and had a great time myself!
This tour was the highlight of our Venice trip and the ur tour guide was wonderful. Filippo was very helpful and provided a relaxing and insightful kayak trip. We even got to see Flamingos in the lagoon. Would 100% visit again.
After a couple days in tourist-clogged Venice, it was an absolute treat to board an early morning vaporetto for Burano where I met my guide Filippo at the vaporetto stop. Together we strolled through the quiet and colorful streets of Burano to the local rowing club. After a briefing on Burano, the local fishing community and the award-winning Buranese gondoliers, we launched our kayaks and set off on our tour of Burano, Mazzorbo, and Torchello, traveling through tranquil canals only reachable by kayak and with a local guide. While we did not see flamingos on this trip, we did see a number of bird species and wild goats as we glided through marshes and down the Torchello canal that Hemingway dubbed "Paradise."
After a couple days in tourist-clogged Venice, it was an absolute treat to board an early morning vaporetto for Burano where I met my guide Filippo at the vaporetto stop. Together we strolled through the quiet and colorful streets of Burano to the local rowing club. After a briefing on Burano, the local fishing community and the award-winning Buranese gondoliers, we launched our kayaks and set off on our tour of Burano, Mazzorbo, and Torchello, traveling through tranquil canals only reachable by kayak and with a local guide. While we did not see flamingos on this trip, we did see a number of bird species and wild goats as we glided through marshes and down the Torchello canal that Hemingway dubbed "Paradise."
The whole journey was a delight, with the opportunity to know the reality of a part of Burano, essentially fishery, away from crowds and immersed in Nature. Highlight the extremely welcoming form, the natural sympathy and all the historical and informative framework that Filippo provided us, made all the difference. For me it was wonderful, thank you!
