Venice Sunset Kayaking: Group Training and Historic Rowing Club Visit
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16 Ratings
Venezia
Experience the beauty of Venice at sunset with our group kayaking training and visit to a historic rowing club. Explore the city's waterways while learning paddling skills and discovering its rich cultural heritage.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Fondamente Nove, 6576 - Five-kilometer workout for adults in groups, couples or single kayakers
    The city of Venice has a rich tradition of water sports, and we invite you to explore it by participating in them. With our sports skills and cultural knowledge, we engage our guests in city exploration from another perspective
    What is the program of the class?
    Visit to the rowing club;
    Paddling instructions;
    Training on the water.

How many kilometers will we paddle?
We will do 4-5 kilometers.

NB: Paddling is a sport and requires skills, experience in water sports or other sports. Make sure you meet the requirements and have a paddling experience.

What's Included
    • Expert local guide
    • High-quality kayaking equipment
    • Safety equipment, including life jackets
    • Complimentary photo service to capture your moments
Additional Information

Adventure through a five-kilometer kayaking exercise for adults, either as a group, a pair, or solo.
Inhabit the Venetian legacy of watersports by immersing yourself within them. Through combining athletic prowess and historical insight, we endeavor to show our guests the city from a unique cultural and athletic viewpoint. You will take part in kayaking lessons tailored for groups outside the urban area, engage with the local populace, and explore a historical rowing club. By partaking in this trip, you will deepen your understanding of the city’s past and traditions.

What is the total distance we’ll paddle?
The session spans over 2 hours and will encompass 5 kilometers.
Note: Pursuing paddling as a sport is a skill-driven activity. Binary experience in water-related sports or any other sports is necessary. Ensure you fulfill the criteria and possess prior experience in paddling.

  • 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
  • Physical exertion is required on our classes, they are sporty. You should have experts/medium paddling skills. 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.

  • Two double kayaks are provided for each class. When there are only adults in a group, the guide decides on the spot who uses the double kayak based on their physical abilities.

  • The class can be cancelled by the instructor in the following cases: 1. Bad weather conditions: strong winds, rain, fog, lightning and tornadoes, events, demonstrations, strikes or other conditions that make the class unsafe or impossible. A trainee will be contacted to arrange a rescheduling for the cancelled class. 2. If a trainee arrives drunk or drugged. 3. If a trainee does not meet the requirements mentioned above.
  • The class can be rescheduled by the instructor if there are any changes in working hours or internal works in the club in connection with important sporting events or any other circumstances related to the club’s internal processes.
  • Paddling is a sport activity. It requires strength, concentration, attention, and a positive state of mind and body, so make sure you’re prepared. Before the class, rest, do some exercises to warm up your muscles, don’t overeat or drink alcohol. Get ready to do sports physically and morally!
    • Don’t use your phone or camera while you are paddling. It’s prohibited to use phones or cameras during the class, you will have to leave it in a locker. The instructor will take pictures for you and send them to you after the class. It’s okay if you film on a Go Pro or camera attached to a hat or life jacket, since you can paddle freely.

  • Children between the ages of 8 and 17 are welcome to participate in the class, but only in one double kayak with their parents or instructors (i.e., they cannot sail alone).
Location
Fondamente Nove, 6576
Fondamente Nove
We will meet at the entrance to Reale Società Canottieri Querini. Please, arrive 15 minutes early.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Traveler20055734395
Oct 12, 2023
Everyone visiting Venice should do this! - We went on the sunset tour; the water was silken. The guide/teacher was amazing and we learned about history, the health of the lagoon, and about the boat club that this is a part of—even had a little tour! Sculls, canoe racing, it was so much fun. Even a novice or beginner kayaker can enjoy this trip. I loved their enthusiasm, safety awareness, and passion for their city.
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821alexandrias
Oct 3, 2023
Highly recommend this awesome tour! - This kayak tour went better than our expectations. Our guide gave us history info along the tour you wouldn’t normally hear about, was clear on safety and keeping our small group together while keeping good timing, especially since we had experience and we wanted to keep an athletic pace. This was the best way to see Venice!
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X5083pbelizabethl
Sep 28, 2023
Great Experience in Venice - I am experienced kayaker but still enjoyed our paddle around the quieter canals of Venice. The kayak and equipment are top notch. Nicolo and Alek really love kayaking and Venice- their enthusiasm helped me see this touristy place in a new way.
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N48vsflavias
Sep 2, 2023
Amazing kayak tour - This kayak tour was amazing! The guide was friendly, attentive, knowledgeable, and he shared interesting facts about Venice’s landmarks and history with us. We saw a peaceful side of Venice, followed by an incredible sunset. I highly recommend this tour.
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Cpenno63
Aug 17, 2023
It’s Amore’ - What a fantastic way to cruise through the canals of Venice, our guide was informative and passionate about his stories and details of his beloved city and the timing to join the procession of a singing gondola was amazing and not to mention coming out of the canals to capture a romantic sunset photo. Thoroughly recommend.
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Jennifer
Jul 21, 2023
It was a dream - I had a great time kayaking with our guide Nicola! He was very helpful with instructions and provided a very good history lesson of the area. We paddled we made our way around a large portion of Cannaregio and through the lagoon. Sunset was the BEST time of day for this tour. It wasn’t too hot and we got to see the most beautiful view of the sunset over Venice via the lagoon. Nicola took our pictures near a monument in the canal, and again in front of the sunset in the lagoon. This was a once in a lifetime experience I’m so glad I chose to do this.
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Julia290
Jul 6, 2023
My son's favorite activity in Venice - I did this tour with my 20-year-old son, and it was his favorite activity in Venice. We were the only people on our tour with Nicolo, who told us a lot about Venice and the sights we were passing, and could answer any question we asked. The tour was exciting because we went places that most tourists don't see. I highly recommend this for any active visitors to Venice who want to do something a bit different! It was a bit scary (to me, not my son) because the canals are literally streets, so we were often passed by motorboats... luckily Nicolo gave me lots of advice (and emotional support) on staying safe. In short, this was a great experience. I would recommend the Sunset Tour because it was beautiful AND because there is less traffic in the evenings.
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Naomio853
May 31, 2023
Best Kayaktour you can book - The kayaktour with Cao and Alexandra was so informative and exciting! Definitely a highlight for a trip to Venice. :) We had so much fun
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Longjohnuk
May 27, 2023
The perfect way to see Venice - This was the perfect tour with an enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide. Booking was straightforward and communication was easy. This small group trip is a great way to avoid the crowds too.
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W1737dm_
Apr 19, 2023
Super Venice Kayak experience - I love Venice, it's not the first time I've been back there, but with the guys, the city has opened up in a whole new way. It was a super nice kayak experience. We've got so much fun with Nicoló. Everything was organised professionally, we didn't even think about anything, just booked the tour and Venice magic happened. Service is very convenient and quick. Highly recommend.
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