10 Canoes & Kayaks Tours Worth Flying For

1.Ponta da Piedade Caves Kayak Tour from Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,015 reviews · 2 hours · from $37 per person Our pick

From Lagos Marina, you ride a comfortable catamaran to Ponta da Piedade, then slide into a double kayak for about 75 minutes among cliffs, arches, and grottoes. Guides such as Bruno, Ricardo, and Alfonso are known for keeping the pace safe and lively. Finish with 10 to 15 minutes for swimming or the boat slide.

“The kayaking was great. The guide was entertaining and even though it was foggy it was a great experience overall.”

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2.Kayak Tour of Ponta da Piedade Caves on Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 905 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $48 per person Top rated

Board a purpose-built catamaran in Lagos, learn basic paddling skills, then launch in a double kayak near Ponta da Piedade. Guides such as Ricardo, Jaime, Andre, Laura, and Bruno lead you through the caves and cliffs while the support boat stays close. After kayaking, swim from the catamaran before cruising back to Lagos Marina.

“We had a great morning! Andre, our guide was informative and fun! He also had a great sense of humor. He made our kayak experience memorable! The crew made getting in and out of the water easy and made sure everyone knew how to kayak correctly etc. I appreciate his concern for safety and overall it was a great day.!”

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3.Calanques Catamaran Tour & Standup Paddle

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 411 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $93 per person

Meet your English or French-speaking crew at Vieux-Port for a 3 to 4-hour catamaran trip past Vallon des Auffes, Château d'If, and the Frioul islands. Swim in sheltered coves, use the paddleboards and snorkels, or jump from the roof board. Crew members such as Nico, Julie, Clem, and Marie are praised for friendly local stories.

“The wonderful guides took us to some beautiful spots with plenty of activities and shared insightful information about the area. Thank you very much!”

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4.Benagil Kayak Tour On Board a Fantastic Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 256 reviews · from $46 per person

Cruise from Portimão Marina to the Benagil coast, then paddle double kayaks into Benagil Cave and nearby coves with guides Sergio, Joana, or Serginho. The catamaran saves your energy, offers toilets and comfortable seats, and returns you to Portimão after kayaking and swimming. Plan on about 2.5 hours, with a maximum of 28 people.

“Very slick experience. Comfortable boat, plenty of kayaking time and felt safe with varied experienced kayakers. Brilliant trip, would recommend!”

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5.Private Eco-Tour on a Recreational Catamaran with Kayaks Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · $199 for the boat, seats 5

Spend about three hours on Bacalar’s Seven Color Lagoon in a private Hobie Cat for up to five people. Guides such as Diego, Daniel, and Armando take you to islands, cenotes, and quieter swimming spots. Kayaks, safety gear, fruit drinks, snacks, and three beers per adult are included.

“Excellent, fun time on the lagoon. Diego our skipper took us to quiet areas that other larger boats didn’t go to. He is very pleasant, patient and knowledgeable. The colours of the lagoon looked amazing and the splashing from the Hobie Cat kept us nice and cool as we flew across the water. I would highly recommend this trip for feeling close to nature. Muchas gracias, Diego!”

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6.Full-Day Catamaran Cruise with Paddle Board

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · 8 hours · from $235 per person

Set out from Adamantas on a 41-foot catamaran for remote beaches, Sykia Cave, and pirate-era Kleftiko. You will snorkel, paddleboard, ride a dinghy into caves, and eat Greek food with drinks included. Crew members may include Yiannis, Dina, Elena, Angelo, Zoe, or Forrest, depending on the sailing.

“The boat was smaller than we thought but the experience was the best! We loved the captain and Tomas who led the tour, made it all the more fun. Loved all our stops for swimming and love love loved the food they cooked. Highly recommend for anyone going to Milos (esp if you have no car!)”

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7.Private Benagil Caves Catamaran and Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 2.5 hours · $1,060 for the boat, seats 30

Set out from Portimão Marina on a private catamaran, then kayak along the Algarve coast toward Benagil Cave, Albandeira, Marinha Beach, and other coves. A professional guide leads the outing in English, Portuguese, or Spanish. You can rest on board at any time, making this a flexible choice for mixed-ability groups.

“Amazing Host and Highly Recommended with a great team always at hand to help.”

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8.Sunset Catamaran Tour with Stand-up Paddle & Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 3 hours · from $93 per person

Meet your skipper at Marseille’s Vieux-Port for a three-hour sunset cruise with no more than 22 people aboard. You’ll see Vallon des Auffes, Château d’If, and the Frioul islands, then swim, snorkel, share stand-up paddleboards, and jump from the catamaran’s roof board. Julia or Julie may lead your outing, in French or English.

“incroyable, bonne ambiance, beau paysage, petite musique choisi par Julie, et des activités de dingue + les photos sont très belles après vérification lol”

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9.Peniche: Berlengas Island Catamaran Tour + Stand Up Paddle

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3 reviews · 4 hours · from $116 per person

Take a 4 to 5.5-hour catamaran from Peniche to Berlenga Island, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. You get round-trip transport, SUP gear, insurance, and free time for paddling, trails, or Fort St. John, the Baptist. English and Portuguese instruction is provided. Bring swimwear and a towel. The sea and dolphins set the pace.

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10.Majorca: Dinner aboard a private catamaran with snorkeling and paddle surfing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 4 hours · $1,354 for the boat, seats 10

Join a private group of up to 10 for a four-hour catamaran trip from Palma. Swim and snorkel in two clear-water coves, try paddle surfing, relax on the bow nets, and eat a seafood dinner while the sun sets. English and Spanish guiding are available. Drinks cost extra.

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