VENICE
The best of Venice, in order.
The 15 most popular venice kayak tours in Venice. The ones worth your hours in a city you cross on foot and by water, with prices, run times and who to book each with.
Kayak Venice’s smallest canals with an English local guide. Small group max 6, low-impact ride, easy prep, about 1h40.
Most Popular“Went at 5 with Darrell from Ireland! He was absolutely fantastic! Great way to explore the city - would highly recommend!”
Guided Venice canal kayaking with a small group, expert coaching, and big views from Cannaregio to the lagoon at day, sunset, or night.
“This has to be one of the most outstanding experiences we had in Venice. Such an incredible and unique way to see the city and so much fun. Darhyl our guide was brilliant. Really informative and fun. He adapted the experience to fit our mix of abilities and was really encouraging for those who found…”
Premium 2-hour Venice canal kayak tour: small group, expert guide, lagoon views, photo service, and a souvenir bottle.
“Toph was an excellent expert tour guide. She was fun, energetic, and very knowledgeable. Be aware that canal kayaking is nothing like tamer lake or river kayaking. There are tight turns, narrow canals, and frequent traffic and obstacles from boats and gondolas. And be prepared to get wet!”
Sporty, small-group kayak tour in Venice with coaching, a rowing-club visit, and paddling through canals near bridges.
“Nicolo and Aleksandra are a quality team! Professional yet fun, clear communication with character, safe and yet adventurous - this characterises both their service and the tour. From the initial orientation, safe storage of gear with easy place to change before and after getting wet, through to navigating the lagoon and learning the history of…”
Paddle Venice canals at sunset with a real rowing club stop, pro photos, and a sporty 3-5 km double-kayak route in small groups.
“I had an amazing time and was definitely one of the highlights of my visit to Venice. It was great to see the city from a different perspective as well as get a sense for how the locals think about boating. Would easily recommend to others. Note you aren’t allowed to take your own photos…”
Paddle Venice’s Venetian Lagoon at sunset on a 2-hour guided night kayak tour. Small group, gear included, and lagoon wildlife lessons.
“A very unique experience. It’s interesting to be in control of your own craft in the canals. The guides are super knowledgeable and tell you all about the history of Venice and point out unique buildings and features you might otherwise overlook like secluded palaces and boat works.”
Private 2-hour kayak in Venice Lagoon with a local guide, rowing-club stop, and quiet islands like Torcello. English available.
“We were met at the dock of Burano by Filippo, our tour guide and he gave us an unexpected walking tour of Burano as we made our way to the kayak launch. Our mother-in-law who is in her late 70's was with us but did not sign up for the tour since she thought it…”
Paddle Venice’s canals in a small group from Cannaregio. Learn basics, glide under bridges, and get guide photos for $99.69.
“This was such a unique way to see Venice. Our guide was extremely helpful and knowledgeable about the area and its history. I would do this again”
Kayak the quieter northern lagoon, paddle past wildlife and islands, and reach the Sant’Andrea fortress by boat-free access.
“Prima afwisseling als je een paar dagen In Venetië ben Victorie maakt het nog specialer Prachtige ervaring”
Paddle Venice with a local rowing club start, clear coaching, and quiet canal time in Cannareggio or Castello for an 80-minute workout.
“The guides were very helpful with kayaking techniques and gave us history of Venice while in peaceful canals. Highly recommend!”
Small-group Venice night kayak with sunset lagoon views in Cannaregio, life vest included, 100 minutes with an English guide.
“Our kayak tour of Venice was the highlight of our stay there, largely two to the wonderful Tour leader, Boris, and the lovely night in which we paddled. It was an unparalleled experience.”
Paddle Venice’s Northern Lagoon on a 10 km kayak tour with safety training, wildlife stories, and passes by Murano and Sant’Erasmo.
“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 through Venice canals on a small-group 1.5-hour tour, with an easy intro and close-up Grand Canal views.
“This was brilliant! I had a guide all to myself who was very knowledgeable about the ciy and it was a great experience along the side canals with the gondolas. Lots of small snippets of history and then some more adrenalin sections crossing the Grand Canal. Cant fault the experience!!”
2-hour Venice night kayak with sunset views in Cannaregio, small group of 6, premium gear, English/Italian guides, and a free photo service.
“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.”
Beginner-friendly Venice kayak tour with gear, an English lesson at Querini rowing club, then paddling near the Medieval Arsenal in Castello.
“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!”
The basilica, the islands, the canals and the table, and every way to see them.
