Duration: 8 days/7nights or 7 days/6nights

Activities: Food/Cultural/Kayaking

Physical rating: Moderate - With some challenge

Why Sardinia Is a Kayaker’s Dream

Sardinia’s coastline is famous for its raw beauty:

• water so clear you can see the sand ripple beneath your kayak

• limestone cliffs carved by wind and time

• hidden beaches that feel like private worlds

• a sense of space and silence that’s rare in the Mediterranean

The island’s protected bays and calm mornings make it ideal for both beginners and experienced paddlers who want a deeper connection with nature.

What Your Day on the Water Feels Like

We begin with a relaxed introduction to the equipment and a short safety briefing.
Once on the water, the coastline opens up, long stretches of rock, bright pools of shallow water, and coves where you can pause for a swim or simply float and look around.

We move with the sea, stopping when something beautiful calls us in: a cave, a quiet beach, a patch of water glowing in the sun.

Every tour is shaped by the group’s rhythm and the day’s conditions, keeping the experience safe, calm, and deeply enjoyable.

Who This Experience Is For

This tour is perfect for:

• travelers who love wild, unspoiled landscapes

• beginners with some experience in open water and waves who want a safe introduction to sea kayaking

• photographers and nature lovers

• anyone seeking a quiet, spacious day far from crowds

Some kayaking experience is required. Good fitness level.

Trip Itinerary 8days/7nights

Trip Details

Getting Ready
Once you’ve reserved your spot on one of our trips, you’ll receive an email with everything you need to prepare: packing tips, daily schedules, and helpful notes to make your journey smooth. And if you ever have questions beyond what’s online,just send us an email and we will answer as soon as possible. 

Where We Begin and End
Your adventure starts and ends in Olbia airport, a city full of history and charm. 

On the Water
Kayaking is at the heart of this journey. While we’ll do our best to follow the planned routes, the sea and the weather always have the final say. Safety comes first, so itineraries may shift depending on weather and water conditions. Think of it as part of the adventure, every paddle brings new surprises. We always have several plan B.

Booking Essentials
Before you book, take a moment to review our Booking Terms and Travel Insurance requirements. We’ve gathered practical advice and clear guidelines so you can feel confident, covered, and ready to focus on the fun.

Our Spirit
At Italy by Kayak, we believe adventure is better together, traveling with respect, curiosity, and connection. It’s about supporting one another, embracing the unknown, and celebrating the joy of discovery. 

Is this trip right for me?

This journey is a sea kayaking expedition designed for beginner paddlers with a good level of finess, meaning able to paddle an average of 8 miles a day.

Paddlers with experience in a challengin sea state:

• • Wind up to about 12 mph
  • Waves up to about 1 foot
  • Light to moderate current
  • Small surf zones
  • Dynamic but manageable condition

It’s a relaxed paddle tour, not a race

You will need to:

• Be comfortable sitting in a kayak for a few hours and be confident  getting in and out of a sit in kayak
• Be able to paddle at a steady, easy pace even with some waves
• Follow basic safety instructions from the guide
• Have a spirit of curiosity and enjoyment rather than competition

Over the duration of the trip, the sea may surprise us with unpleasant conditions and weather. We will have to change the itinerary and maybe going hiking and discover the Island from a different point of view.  It’s a challenge, yes, but  you’ll discover strength you didn’t know you had and finish feeling empowered, and unstoppable.

This is an active adventure, and we want you to feel at ease with what’s involved:

• Expect to paddle 3-5 hours a day in a tandem sit in kayak, out on open sea conditions with waves up to 2 feet.
• You’ll be in and out of the water, you will get your feet wet. It's very unlikely but possible to have an unexpected swim. 
• If swimming isn’t your comfort zone, please let us know and we’ll work with you.
• A good level of fitness is important, especially since breezy days on the water can require quite a bit of extra effort.
• Physical Rating: Moderate with some challenge, 3 to 5 hours of activity most days, an average of 8mi a day.

What's included

• Accommodation in Hotel for 7 nights
• Delicius dinner for 7 evenings
• Rinvigorating 7 breakfasts 
• All ground transportation and ferry from the hotel in Olbia on day 1 to the drop of at Olbia Airport on day 8
• A female kayak guide and interpreter, fluent in both English and Italian
• Top‑quality expedition sea kayaks and gear, including personal flotation devices
• Group safety equipment, with a well‑stocked first aid kit
• A land support van ad private driver for transfers, to carry luggage, and provide backup along the way
• All applicable taxes 

What's NOT included

• Airfares
• Lunch
• Alcohol
• Tipping of the guides
• Single supplement  - € 750
• Travel insurance 
• Medical insurance
• Everything not listed in "What's included"