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Gdansk Kayak Tour: Explore Hidden Historical Spots Through City Canals
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Gdańsk
Discover Gdansk’s hidden historical gems by kayak. Paddle through city canals and explore spots ferries can’t reach. Perfect for beginners and adventurers.
Discover Gdansk’s hidden historical gems by kayak. Paddle through city canals and explore spots ferries can’t reach. Perfect for beginners and adventurers.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Crane - The Crane stands as a prominent symbol of Gdansk, embodying the remnants of the city’s illustrious trading era. Constructed in the mid-15th century, it was part of the largest double-towered gate along the shoreline. It was used for installing and removing ship masts, as well as loading and unloading heavy cargo from docked vessels….
- Crane - The Crane stands as a prominent symbol of Gdansk, embodying the remnants of the city’s illustrious trading era. Constructed in the mid-15th century, it was part of the largest double-towered gate along the shoreline. It was used for installing and removing ship masts, as well as loading and unloading heavy cargo from docked vessels. Remarkably, this human-powered mechanism could lift loads up to 2000kg, making it the most significant crane in medieval Europe.
- SS Soldek - SS Sołdek was a Polish freighter designed for transporting coal and ore.
- Gdansk Shipyard - The Gdansk Remontowa Shipyard remains an active, bustling yard, ideal for those interested in observing ships of various sizes undergoing repair or construction. It’s fascinating to paddle nearby and watch workers on the ferries.
- Ołowianka B&B - Enjoy an amazing kayak tour along the Motlawa River, circling two of Gdansk’s islands: Granary Island and Olowianka Island. Gdansk’s unique location at the intersection of sea and river routes, including the Vistula River at the Baltic estuary, as well as the Radunia and Motlawa rivers, has greatly influenced its development. Historical literature and drawings highlight water as a crucial element of the city’s life. Today, it’s essential to showcase Gdansk’s connection to water.
- Motlawa River Embankment (Dlugie Pobrzeze) - A kayak tour offers a unique perspective on the historical significance of the Main City. Paddling through the canals provides the freedom to explore areas inaccessible to ferries. We will present a completely different view of Gdansk compared to what you’ve seen on land.
What's Included
- PFD
- Spray skirts
- Waterproof bag
- Double kayaks and paddles
- Guide
- PFD
- Spray skirts
- Waterproof bag
- Double kayaks and paddles
- Guide
What's Not Included
- Snacks
- Pick up from hotel
- Snacks
- Pick up from hotel
Additional Information
Exploring the Main City via a kayak tour imparts a unique understanding of its historical significance. Navigating the canals provides the liberty to view areas inaccessible to ferries, revealing an entirely distinct view of Gdansk compared to terrestrial explorations. Taking a paddle in the city is a must-do for any Gdansk visitor.
Our kayak…
Exploring the Main City via a kayak tour imparts a unique understanding of its historical significance. Navigating the canals provides the liberty to view areas inaccessible to ferries, revealing an entirely distinct view of Gdansk compared to terrestrial explorations. Taking a paddle in the city is a must-do for any Gdansk visitor.
Our kayak expeditions are suitable for beginners as the techniques required are simple to pick up. We provide both tandem and solo kayaks, which are allocated at the tour’s start based on abilities and prior experience.
- Weight limit 110kg
- You need to be able to swimm
- Everyone needs to understand basic english
- Each minor should be accompanied by an adult in the kayak
Location
Around Gdansk | Kayak Tours & Adventures
Dokowa
Please use google maps for the directions. Apple map will take you to a different place.
Look for a big, white, dome tent behind a marina, we are located close to it in red shipping containers with a yellow kayak on top.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Audrey_t
Jul 25, 2025
A Must Do!! - Incredible experience! We absolutely loved this tour! Our tour guide Szymon was such a delight and so knowledgeable! He did an incredible job educating us about the old city and navigating us around the river and canals ! It was amazing to kayak by the big ships and yatchts and see Gdansk from this unique viewpoint. Would highly recommend this tour for anyone who wants a few hours of being active and sight seeing without the crowds of tourists and a much more intimate, nature rich experience. Szymon Is number one!
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Anacv625rj
Jul 14, 2025
Highly recommended! - Excellent guide! The weather at the beginning delays us a little bit but the wait plays an important role, because we were available to enjoy the evenings
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Sarah_v
Jul 13, 2025
A fun way to see the... - A fun way to see the city. Took a bit to get there from the cruise ship but very doable. We walked and took the train which was super easy.
Kayak was a small group and our guide was fabulous.
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Anne_p
Jul 12, 2025
Great trip! - This trip is a must do! It offers a great perspective on the city. Our guide (Szymon, I think) was excellent. He was well informed, telling us about the history of Gdansk and of the shipyards. He was also in tune with the group in terms of Kayaking ability.
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Alyssa_c
Jul 8, 2025
Great fun! What a unique... - Great fun! What a unique way to see the city. I enjoyed seeing the sights from a different perspective. Nick was phenomenal.
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Ferenc
Jul 5, 2025
Excellent way to see the city from a new angle - Really good experience. Great way to tour Gdańsk the guide was professional and fun to do, absolutely recommend this..
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Richardmel1975
Jul 4, 2025
Great way to see the city! - Great way to see and experience Gdansk. The guide (Mike) told us about the history of the city and the different parts of the city as we paddled around the different islands. It was gray and a lot of wind the day we paddled, so we got a nice training session on the purchase.
Several of my followers tried kayaking for the first time, and everyone felt safe and cared for. Both single and double kayak were available.
Can safely be recommended as an alternative guided tour when visiting Gdansk!
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Jeremy_f
Jun 20, 2025
Great experience, so... - Great experience, so happy I booked this. Good demo before and a ton of information shared. Highly recommended your and well worth it.
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Northstar58184722561
Jun 14, 2025
Kayaking in Gdansk - This was an amazing adventure. A fantastic way to see and learn about Gdansk. Would highly recommend this trip. Went at a relaxed pace and instructor was very good at explaining and reassuring us about the kayaking experience. No need for change of clothing and the sun setting was an added bonus.
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Mary_r
Dec 2, 2024
Great way to see Gdansk!... - Great way to see Gdansk! Nice flat water. Perfect conditions!!! We really enjoyed ourselves. Great group activity.
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