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Kayak at Nafplio

58,0070,00

Duration:
4,5 hours
Tour Type:
Kayak
Group size:
2 to 10 persons
Excursion times daily:
Earlier start 08:30 - Last Departure 14:00
Start - End Point:
Karathona Beach (Nafplio)
Level of Difficulty:
Most travelers can participate
Excursion times daily:
Earlier start 08:30 - Last Departure 14:00
Start - End Point:
Karathona Beach (Nafplio)
Level of Difficulty:
Most travelers can participate

Nafplio – Bourtzi Tour

We will start from Karathona beach, favorite of locals. A beach that has the ability to turn you off from the stress of everyday life and make you part of an image, almost exotic, in few minutes. It stretches behind the Rock of Palamidi for about three kilometers, with palm trees, eucalyptus and a small island which is a place where seagulls give birth to their young ones. Passing near it, we might have a chance of watching how they teach them to swim and catch fish on their own.

In the background we can see the majestic Palamidi, the fortification build by the Venetians called Akronafplia, even the fortress of Argos in the distance. Akronafplia is the imposing rocky peninsula that once was the Acropolis of Nafplio. The Turks used to call it “Its-Kale” that means “inside the fortress”.

We will continue paddling under the shadow of the great fortress, following the magnificent coastline through picturesque beaches only accessible by sea. We will arrive at “Bourtzi” and the fortifications that protected Nafplio from pirates.

“Castello dello Soglio” was the first name of the Venetian castle, which along with Palamidi, is considered one of the landmarks of Nafplio. Nevertheless, the name that finally prevailed is Bourtzi, which in Turkish means “Island – Fort”. It was built on the islet of St. Theodoroi in1473 by the Italian engineer Gabelo and that is why its first name is Italian, meaning “castle of the throne”. Moreover, if you have heard people refer to Nafplio as “the chain harbor” (Porto Cadena), this is because there was, indeed, a moveable chain which connected Akronafplia with Bourtzi and whose purpose was to protect the harbor and the city from sea invaders.

Leaving Bourtzi behind, we will arrive at a beautiful beach to rest and relax, have some lunch, swim a bit and return to where we started.

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Total: 58
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Beskrivelse

Beskrivelse

Included

  • Single or double Sea Kayaks and all equipment (buoyancy aid, spray deck, paddle)
  • Certified Friendly English speaking guides
  • Sea Kayak handling/safety briefing
  • Homemade Cooked Traditional meal and refreshments.
  • Snorkelling equipment
  • Big dry bag for your necessities
  • Photos and videos sent at a later date GoPro Camera provided for your use
  • 1st Aid and Sea Kayak safety equipment carried by your guides
  • Personal Insurance
  • All taxes

Not included
Transfer from hotel (it can be arranged with extra cost)

 

Participation Requirements

  • Swimming knowledge
  • Age 12 and above
  • No Back Problems
  • No Expectant Mothers
  • No Serious Medical Conditions

How to get to Karathona beach

A large sandy beach just 10 min from Nafplio and 20 minutes from Tolo. There is free parking along the beach. The easiest way to arrive is from Nafplio by bus or taxi or organized transfer.

Necessary to have
• The ticket or the clip of your booking
• Optional: hat, sunscreen, swimsuit and beach towel

Remarks
– Weather usually does not affect the cruise. However, if canceled due to unfavorable weather conditions, you will be given the option of an alternative date or a full refund

Special offer

Beskrivelse

Included

  • Single or double Sea Kayaks and all equipment (buoyancy aid, spray deck, paddle)
  • Certified Friendly English speaking guides
  • Sea Kayak handling/safety briefing
  • Homemade Cooked Traditional meal and refreshments.
  • Snorkelling equipment
  • Big dry bag for your necessities
  • Photos and videos sent at a later date GoPro Camera provided for your use
  • 1st Aid and Sea Kayak safety equipment carried by your guides
  • Personal Insurance
  • All taxes

Not included
Transfer from hotel (it can be arranged with extra cost)

 

Participation Requirements

  • Swimming knowledge
  • Age 12 and above
  • No Back Problems
  • No Expectant Mothers
  • No Serious Medical Conditions

How to get to Karathona beach

A large sandy beach just 10 min from Nafplio and 20 minutes from Tolo. There is free parking along the beach. The easiest way to arrive is from Nafplio by bus or taxi or organized transfer.

Necessary to have
• The ticket or the clip of your booking
• Optional: hat, sunscreen, swimsuit and beach towel

Remarks
– Weather usually does not affect the cruise. However, if canceled due to unfavorable weather conditions, you will be given the option of an alternative date or a full refund