The 9 Best Canoes & Kayaks Tours in Italy

1.Golfo Aranci: Kayak Tour with Dolphins and Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,731 reviews · 2.5 - 3 hours · from $53Our pick

Kayak and snorkel with marine biologists in Golfo Aranci, search for wild dolphins, then enjoy a Sardinian aperitif on Figarolo.

“I had a wonderful experience kayaking the Aranci Gulf! My guides Gaia and Emmanuel were very enthusiastic and were a amazing hosts! I appreciate Giulia's initial correspondence ahead of the trip, which made sure everything started out on the right foot. If recommend this service to anyone visiting the area.”

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2.Castel Gandolfo Lake Kayak and Swim Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 661 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $50.79Top rated

Kayak Lake Albano with a guide, learn the basics fast, swim off the shore, and refuel with pizza and snacks, with easy Rome pickup.

“This Kayaking group was amazing. They stayed with the everyone gave clear instructions. This was my children first time and they throughly enjoyed it. The crew was very pleasant. Restaurants in the area and different paths to get to the beach.”

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3.Caves and Beaches Kayaking Tour with GoPro Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 632 reviews · from $47.45

Capri kayak tour slips into Water Cave and Green Caves, plus free GoPro photos with Faraglioni rocks, in 1.5 hours.

“The guide Daniele was great, awesome knowledge of the coast and a fun guy to be on a tour with. Would do again and 100% recommend.”

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4.Lake Como Kayak Tour from Bellagio

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 593 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $102.79

Self-paddled kayak tour from Bellagio on Lake Como: small group, safety briefing, quiet shoreline, Alps views, about 1.5 hours.

“Tour guide was great. He is knowledgeable, helpful, conversational and prompt. It was a very peaceful morning activity and the views were breathtaking.”

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5.Popes’ Lake, Kayak Tour with Swimming & Roman Pizza

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 568 reviews · from $45.55Best value

Kayak Lake Albano near Castel Gandolfo, swim at a beach only reachable by water, and finish with Roman pizza from Rome.

“Mickael came and picked us up at the metro station to go to the lake. The afternoon was perfect, very fun and wonderful place. Mickael is a very nice person and a very competent professional. He also gave us many recos for restaurants. I recommand ++ Thank you Mickael!!”

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6.Real Venetian Kayak – Tour of Venice Canals with a Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 518 reviews · 1 hour 40 minutes (approx.) · from $78.60

Paddle Venice’s smallest canals with a local guide, hear real stories as you go, and glide toward the lagoon. Small group, beginner friendly.

“Thank you to Lorenzo for a great experience! We were able to kayak in main ways as well as side streets to see more of Venice and learned history about the city as well. Definitely a unique experience and way to see Venice and would recommend!”

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7.Kayak tour with aperitif and dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 471 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $54.42

Paddle Sardinia’s coves, snorkel starfish waters, and snack on Figarolo with a strong chance of dolphin sightings.

“Gajia and Manu were great guides for our excursion, which was an afternoon Kayak tour. We were late/on time for the session and we would advise arriving at least 30 minutes early as we were cutting it fine and didn't plan for wasting 15 minutes at the car park vending machine. Aside from the car park issue, the your was excellent. The guides were patient with the mixed skill levels of our family. Manu introduced the group to sea urchins. We than had snack and headed on to see could we spot dolphins. In the end we saw several dolphins all quite up close and the guides were patient with…”

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8.Kayak experience with Carnassa Tour in Cinque Terre + Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 359 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $83.48

Sea kayak + snorkeling in Cinque Terre’s Monterosso area, with a park-authorized guide, included gear, and shower-ready convenience.

“Kayaking with Chiara was a highlight of our trip. She shared her extensive knowledge of the area with us: both historical and practical, with tips for restaurants, hikes, and beaches. Snorkeling was a refreshing and beautiful reprieve from the heat, and simply an added bonus to an already wonderful experience. We highly recommend this experience, and Chiara in particular as a guide. Thank you for an unforgettable morning!”

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9.Private Tour explore Vulcano Island by Kayak & Coasteering

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 338 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $217.77

Kayak and coast explore Vulcano by thermal caves and bubbling fumaroles, with gear included, beginner friendly options, and small-group pacing.

“Très bon guide ! Avec une excellente réactivité.”

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