Venice Beginner's Kayak Tour: train & visit the Medieval Arsenal

4.8 (6 reviews) Venice, Italy
Duration1h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 6 travelers

Overview

You've never paddled before, right? If you're a first-time kayaker, this is the perfect option for you. We'll start from the basics, get a one-on-one lesson to get the necessary skills and confidence, then go on water.

We are Nicoló and Aleksandra, a young couple living in Venice. Members of a prominent rowing club, we practice water sports every day. We invite you to experience Venice by water with us. Let us show you Venice from another perspective — cultural, sports-oriented and local.

Learn to kayak in the authentic area of Venice - Castello, beautiful district famous for the Medieval Arsenal. We will take you to this unique Medieval site and immerse you in the history.

Visit the historically important Venetian rowing club, as it is the best place to immerse yourself in Venice's history, traditions, and contemporary life. By participating in our activities, you contribute to preserving this unique and historically significant site.

What's included

  • Kayak
  • Life jacket
  • Photo service
  • Paddle
  • Instructor
  • Clothes, shoes, hats, sunglasses

What to expect

  1. Societa Canottiere Francesco Querini
    20m · Admission ticket included
    Visit to the rowing club Reale Società Canottieri Querini
    Introduction to kayaking techniques
    Basic Training in the Club

    We'll start from the basics, get a one-on-one lesson to get the necessary skills and confidence, then go on water.

    Visit the historically important Venetian rowing club, as it is the best place to immerse yourself in Venice's history, traditions, and contemporary life.
  2. Arsenale di Venezia
    40m · Admission ticket included
    Lagoon + Arsenal
    Training on the water

    Learn to kayak in the authentic area of Venice - Castello, beautiful district famous for the Medieval Arsenal. We will take you to this unique Medieval site and immerse you in the history.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet at the entrance to the rowing club Reale Società Canottieri Querini. please, arrive 5-10 minutes in advance.

End point

We will meet at the entrance to the rowing club Reale Società Canottieri Querini. please, arrive 5-10 minutes in advance.

Additional information

  • 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
  • You should be in suitable physical condition (each paddler must be: less than 120 kilos for men, less that 100 kilos for women; and be able to enter kayak cabin size 80 cm long and 40 cm wide) and mental condition to participate in sports activities, including dangerous ones, and to be free from any impediment disorders.
  • People with serious disabilities and pregnant women after the third month will not be accepted. People with serious disabilities and pregnant women after the third month will not be accepted.
  • During the classes, we often encounter waves of one foot (30 - 40cm) as well as other boat traffic.
  • If there is only one booking (a single participant) for a specific tour, time, and date, the guide may reschedule it to allow the single participant to join a shared group.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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