Kayaking is travelling across water in a small boat under your own steam using a paddle. A kayaking travel experience is a great way to get out and explore lakes, rivers and the sea. Let us guide you to the best places where to kayak.
Kayaks are covered and you sit with your legs forward unlike canoes that are open and you either sit on a bench or kneel.
Popular forms of kayaking include white water kayaking which is travelling down rapids and is a great adrenaline rush, and sea kayaking which is exploring coastal areas and is great for finding untouched beaches and getting close to marine wildlife.
On the water you need clothing that will really protect you from the elements. And jackets for kayaking need to keep you warm without overheating, and as dry as possible. When buying a kayak jacket you should consider how it…
Compiling a list of all the different types of extreme sport is difficult – if not impossible! But just like the daredevils doing the activities we love a challenge… So check out our A-Z (abseiling to zorbing), ultimate list of…
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With the warm, clear waters of the French Riviera, a St Tropez wakeboard and watersports holiday offers an amazing opportunity to combine action and adventure with some of the best and most exclusive nightlife in Europe. **Originally published in April…
To conduct this Polar Grit X Pro review I have worn this rugged smartwatch for sports and adventure extensively. Running and hiking, cycling and mountain biking, paddle boarding and swimming plus I have even tracked my snowboarding wearing this watch.…
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Camp with bushmen in the Kalahari. Walk with lions in Zambia. Or hang out with gorillas in the Ugandan highlands. In this guide to African safari adventures we help you with planning wildlife holidays in Africa. **This article about wildlife…
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My dad got me into the outdoors as a kid. I’ve been into everything rom biking to hiking, snowboarding to paddle boarding, climbing to kayaking and running to rowing ever since. This has taught me that the right gear makes…
Explore the rugged and dramatic coastline of Western Corfu- Steep cliffs, secluded coves, and spectacular marine life all set in the crystalline waters of the Ionian Sea on a half-day kayaking tour in Greece. Utilise a transfer or make your…
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Learn to kayak with this immersive 4-day kayaking course in the Rain Forest of Ecuador, South America. You will embark on a dynamic 4-day kayaking school experience, designed to immerse participants in the art and thrill of kayaking. Over this…
