VENICE
The best of Venice and the lagoon.
The 15 most popular venice kayak tours in Venice. The ones worth carving a morning out for, with what each costs, how long it runs and who walks you through it.
Paddle Venice’s smallest canals with a local English guide in a small group. Gear included, low-impact, and ends where you start.
Most Popular“This was an amazing way to see Venice! So much fun, Nev was super knowledgable and sweet. It was a nice and slow trek along the canals. Great for everyone!”
Guided Venice kayak tour from Venetian Rowing to Cannaregio and the lagoon in small groups of six, at day, sunset, or night.
“Really nice couple of hours paddling round the quieter parts of Cannareggio, good group of people, friendly and helpful guide, would definitely do again”
2-hour premium kayak through Venice canals with small groups, guided safety, photo service, and a lagoon view. Expect to get wet.
“Awesome experience. Water level guiding through the canals and out to the lagoon. This requires some effort and paddling experience. I would not recommend it for beginners. But if one person in a pair has paddled before that would be ok. The other can take photos and help occasionally.”
Sporty small-group kayak tour in Venice’s canals and Arsenale area, with rowing-club history, coaching, and guide photos. English $83.
“The tour was an incredible way to see the city from a completely different view. We are experienced kyakers, but I think the route can be adjusted for any level of experience. Alexandra was an amazing guide who really told about history of Venice and her passion for her city. I completely understand why Venitoans…”
Sunset kayak in Venice with Cao Rio: a small-group paddle under bridges, through quiet canals, plus professional photos from the water.
“This was an excellent, unforgettable experience with a fun and engaging guide- don’t think twice about doing this if you are comfortable in a kayak!”
Venice at sunset from a kayak. Small-group lagoon and canal paddling with gear, an English guide, and wildlife spotting.
“great tour! great guide max! we had awsome moments in the lagune with the kajacs. thank you very much!”
Private kayak tour in Venice Lagoon with a guide, rowing-club stop, and kayak-only islands near Torcello for a calm, crowd-free break.
“it is a very special experience to experience the beautiful nature of the lagoon in all peace and quiet, with an excellently organised nature guide!”
Kayak Venice’s northern lagoon islands with a small group, wildlife spotting, and a rare visit to Sant’Andrea Fort.
“Prima afwisseling als je een paar dagen In Venetië ben Victorie maakt het nog specialer Prachtige ervaring”
Paddle Venice’s canals with Nicoló and Aleksandra from a historic rowing club, learn rowing culture, and glide past quieter neighborhoods.
“Fantastic trip organised by local and historic rowing club so they had a lot of knowledge of area and showed us some of the different vessels used in Venice before taking us out to explore the city around the ghetto and through a lot of back areas used by gondola's. A fascinating way to see…”
Guided night kayak on Venice’s canals at sunset. Small group of 6, life vest and gear included, English-speaking guide.
“Interesting tour of the lesser known areas of Venice with a fab guide - thanks Boris. It was great to get on the water for a unique experience, fantastic views/photos, and something a little different.”
Paddle Venice’s Northern Lagoon on a small-group kayak tour, covering about 10 km past islands and wetlands with wildlife stories.
“This was actually their cultural tour due to high winds making the lagoon tour unsafe, so I was refunded the difference in cash. The tour was excellent, very good guides and very knowledgeable! It was a very good way to see the city from a different perspective and probably a more Venetian perspective of being…”
Paddle or pedal Venice’s canals on a beginner-friendly kayak tour, with close views of the Grand Canal and lagoon. 1.5 hours.
“Wow! Such a unique way to see Venice! Phillipo and his crew were wonderful. They were very accomodating and patient. It was fantastic to travel slowly down the ancient waterways and view the canals up and personal. You actually cross the Grand Canal twice, and this was truly amazing and completely unlike the taxis or…”
2-hour Venice sunset kayak in Cannaregio for small groups, with hidden bridges, included gear, and free guided photos.
“Great tour, a great and personable guide, very well organized, and had everything ready. There were short stops here and there with some insight into Venice. The trip was very pleasant, and seeing Venice from the water was beautiful.”
Learn kayaking in Venice with a small-group lesson, then paddle near Castello and the Medieval Arsenal at Arsenale di Venezia.
“Our family had a fun time. Aleksandra and Nico were great, taking time to teach a bit about the history of the club and teach our son how to properly paddle. Also, great pics!”
A 60-minute Venice kayak tour with a local guide: paddle Cannaregio canals, get safety-first instruction, and see monuments from water level.
“Kayaking in the Venetian canals was awesome! Our guide Boris was super knowledgeable and not only instructed us on how to kayak, but also told us interesting stories and facts about the city. I would highly recommend kayaking with Boris to anyone who is seeking a unique and fun experience in Venice!”
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