Best Europe Kayak Trips

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Europe kayak trips are known for journeys among scenic mountain beauty, caves, historic attractions, medieval castles, and more.





Best Europe Kayak Destinations

River Ardèche, France
River Ardèche, France
Considered the "Grand Canyon of Europe". Paddfle your way on the Riviere de l'Ardeche in the south of France amongst 300m-high limestone cliffs. .

Suggested Trip
Much Better Adventures

Where to stay
Nimes, France hotels - Reviews/booking


Elba Island, Italy
Elba Island, Italy
Sea Kayakers can enjoy this 91 mile Mediterranean Tuscany coastline dotted with jagged isolated coves, caves, tiny bays, majestic cliffs.and the romance of Italy.. From the highest peak, Monte Capanne, there is a view of the coast of the mainland and the islands of Corsica, Capraia, Pianosa and Montecristo. Elba Island can be reached by ferry from Piombino, Italy

Suggested trip
Sea Kayak Italy

Where to stay
Elba Island Hotels - Reviews/booking


Norwegian Fjords
Norwegian Fjords
Sea kayaking Norway's dramatic fjords is a great way to get up close to nature. Norway's Fjords are considered as one of the world's must-see scenic destination. Carved by the sea over the ages, these narrow, deep inlets set between high cliffs have become a destination spot for kayakers.

Suggested Trip
REI Adventures

Where to stay
Bergen, Norway Hotels - Reviews/booking


Soca Valley, Slovenia
Soca Valley, Slovenia
The Soca River is known for its emerald color and for its world class, white water kayaking with rapid grades, including some tight sections. The river is 140 km long and runs through Slovenia and Northern Italy. This river has an elevation of 1100 meters, and it flows past Triglav, the highest peak of Slovenia.

Suggested Trip

Soca Rafting

Where to stay
Bovec, Slovenia Hotels - Reviews/booking


Albufeira, Portugal
Albufeira, Portugal
Albufeira is a scenic and active beach resort on the Algarve coast. Kayakers come to this destination for a coastal, calm water kayaking experience that takes you through beautiful caves only accessible by sea, and spectacular coatal panoramic views

Suggested Trip
Algarve Freedom Kayaks

Where to stay
Ferragudo, Portugal Hotels - Reviews/booking


Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, Wales
Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, Wales
A breathtaking sea kayaking experience carved from the shores of west Wales, littered with beautiful Seals, Puffins and caves to explore. Britain's only coastal national park offers coastal kayakers some awesome scenery, wildlife along rugged coastline

Suggested trip
Mayberry Kayaking

Where To Stay
Pembrokeshire, Wales hotels - Reviews/booking