2 days Sea Kayak in Ammouliani

2 days Sea Kayak in Ammouliani

Clear blue waters and sandy beaches

ACTIVE PERIOD
May - October
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
2
DURATION
2 days
2 days Sea Kayak in Ammouliani
Price from €240
PRICE FROM € 240 - DECLARE INTEREST

Overview

The Sea Kayak program in Ammouliani, the only inhabited island in Halkidiki, begins at the Tower of Prosforiou near the port of Ouranoupolis. This program takes place in a small and stunning island that offers the perfect conditions for sea kayak holidays.

The first destination of the program is the beautiful beaches of the nearby island of Drenia. Here, equipped with diving masks and snorkels, participants can explore the seabed, swim in the warm crystal-clear waters, and bask in the sun on golden sandy beaches. Then, the journey continues towards Ammouliani, with the participants encountering spectacular cliffs and reefs on the Southwest Coast. At noon, the group takes a break at Alykes beach and continues to Karagatsia Bay. This will be the camping spot for the night and a sublime BBQ dinner is planned on the beach! In the evening, participants can choose to transfer by road and take a walk to the town of Ammouliani or have lunch at the campsite taverna in Alykes.

On the second day, the group packs their kayaks and continues to paddle towards the beaches of Faka, Tratovoli, and Tsaska, where they take a rest. About 6 nautical miles later, after passing the port of Ammouliani, the group stops for a light lunch at either St. George or Grypos beach, which are almost adjacent! Then, they pass by the islets of Drenia or Gaidaronisia before completing the tour by returning to Ouranoupolis.

Day 1
Ouranoupoli - Drenia Island - Ammouliani
Day 2
Ammouliani - Ouranoupoli

Activities / Schedule

Ouranoupoli - Drenia Island - Ammouliani

09:00 AM - We start the Sea Kayak program from Ouranoupolis with a briefing and an introduction to the kayaks and equipment. After preparing, we paddle towards the beautiful small islands near Ammouliani.

10:30 AM - We take a break at the beautiful beaches with shallow waters on the island of Drenia. Equipped with diving masks and snorkels, we can explore the seabed, swim in the warm crystal-clear waters, and bask in the sun on the golden sandy beaches. We then head towards Ammouliani, admiring the impressive cliffs and reefs of the Southwest Coast.

2:00 PM - We stop for a swim and lunch at Alykes beach, one of the most famous beaches on the island.

5:30 PM - We continue paddling for 1.5 nautical miles to reach Karagatsia Bay.

6:30 PM - We organize the campsite for the evening and can recover at the local taverna or enjoy a BBQ and campfire on the beach. In the evening, we can choose to transfer by road and take a walk to the town of Ammouliani or have dinner at the camping tavern in Alykes.

Paddling Distance: 6.2 Miles

Duration: 3 hours

Armenistis & Kavourotrypes beach - views to Mt Athos

9:00 AM - After breakfast, we prepare the kayaks and start our route for the day.

11:00 AM - We stop for a rest and swimming break at the beaches of Faka, Tratovoli, and Tsaska.

2:00 PM - Having traveled approximately 6 nautical miles and passing the port of Ammouliani with caution, we stop for a light lunch at either St. George or Grypos beach, which are almost contiguous. Here, we can rest and play on the beach.

5:00 PM - We continue our kayak tour, passing by the islets of Drenia or Gaidaronesia again, before completing the tour by returning to Ouranoupolis.

Distance: 8.2 miles
Duration: 5 hours

Important Info

In a glance

CURRENCY
euro (€)
TIMEZONE
UTC+02:00 (EET)

Participation requirements

  • Ages 15 year old and above 
  • Basic physical condition
  • Swimming Knowledge

Price

450€ for 1 person 
310€/ person for 2 participants 
270€/ person for 3 participants 
240€/ person for 4-6 participants 

Highlights

  • The only inhabited island in Halkidiki
  • Perfect waters for seabed observation & photo shooting
  • Warm crystal clear waters & golden sandy beaches 

General Information

Ammouliani is situated in the bay of Mount Athos, between the second and third peninsula of Halkidiki. The island has an area of approximately 4.5 square kilometers and is connected by ferry from the coast of Tripiti, which is 2 nautical miles away.

In the past, Ammouliani was a part of the Vatopedi Monastery, and after 1925, it became a place of settlement for refugees from Asia Minor. The island has about five hundred permanent residents who are engaged in fishing and tourism.

This small and stunning island boasts an idyllic seaside destination with its golden and fine sandy beaches, secluded bays, turquoise waters, and steep cliffs.

Equipment

  • Waterproof carry backpack
  • Dry clothes for the end
  • Second pair of shoes (for after the activity)
  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Energy snack
  • Sports clothing,
  • Hat, sunglasses, sun protection
  • Baton (optional)
  • Your own personal water bottle. As part of our environmental policy and actions, we are committed to eliminating the use of plastic water bottles.

Reviews

Very professional and reliable

Voula Dassios Papakosta

2 days Sea Kayak in Ammouliani

Clear blue waters and sandy beaches

Price from €240

DECLARE INTEREST

FAQs

What should I bring with me?

  • What is listed above in Equipment section

What's the meeting point & time?

Meeting Point:Ouranoupolis, in the Tower of Prosphorion. 

To see exact meeting point click here

Time: 08.45am

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