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Gdansk Kayak Tour: Explore Hidden Historical Spots Through City Canals
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Gdańsk
Discover Gdansk’s hidden historical gems by kayak. Paddle through city canals and explore spots ferries can’t reach. Perfect for beginners and adventurers.
Discover Gdansk’s hidden historical gems by kayak. Paddle through city canals and explore spots ferries can’t reach. Perfect for beginners and adventurers.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Crane - The Crane stands as a prominent symbol of Gdansk, embodying the remnants of the city’s illustrious trading era. Constructed in the mid-15th century, it was part of the largest double-towered gate along the shoreline. It was used for installing and removing ship masts, as well as loading and unloading heavy cargo from docked vessels….
- Crane - The Crane stands as a prominent symbol of Gdansk, embodying the remnants of the city’s illustrious trading era. Constructed in the mid-15th century, it was part of the largest double-towered gate along the shoreline. It was used for installing and removing ship masts, as well as loading and unloading heavy cargo from docked vessels. Remarkably, this human-powered mechanism could lift loads up to 2000kg, making it the most significant crane in medieval Europe.
- SS Soldek - SS Sołdek was a Polish freighter designed for transporting coal and ore.
- Gdansk Shipyard - The Gdansk Remontowa Shipyard remains an active, bustling yard, ideal for those interested in observing ships of various sizes undergoing repair or construction. It’s fascinating to paddle nearby and watch workers on the ferries.
- Ołowianka B&B - Enjoy an amazing kayak tour along the Motlawa River, circling two of Gdansk’s islands: Granary Island and Olowianka Island. Gdansk’s unique location at the intersection of sea and river routes, including the Vistula River at the Baltic estuary, as well as the Radunia and Motlawa rivers, has greatly influenced its development. Historical literature and drawings highlight water as a crucial element of the city’s life. Today, it’s essential to showcase Gdansk’s connection to water.
- Motlawa River Embankment (Dlugie Pobrzeze) - A kayak tour offers a unique perspective on the historical significance of the Main City. Paddling through the canals provides the freedom to explore areas inaccessible to ferries. We will present a completely different view of Gdansk compared to what you’ve seen on land.
What's Included
- PFD
- Spray skirts
- Waterproof bag
- Double kayaks and paddles
- Guide
- PFD
- Spray skirts
- Waterproof bag
- Double kayaks and paddles
- Guide
What's Not Included
- Snacks
- Pick up from hotel
- Snacks
- Pick up from hotel
Additional Information
Exploring the Main City via a kayak tour imparts a unique understanding of its historical significance. Navigating the canals provides the liberty to view areas inaccessible to ferries, revealing an entirely distinct view of Gdansk compared to terrestrial explorations. Taking a paddle in the city is a must-do for any Gdansk visitor.
Our kayak…
Exploring the Main City via a kayak tour imparts a unique understanding of its historical significance. Navigating the canals provides the liberty to view areas inaccessible to ferries, revealing an entirely distinct view of Gdansk compared to terrestrial explorations. Taking a paddle in the city is a must-do for any Gdansk visitor.
Our kayak expeditions are suitable for beginners as the techniques required are simple to pick up. We provide both tandem and solo kayaks, which are allocated at the tour’s start based on abilities and prior experience.
- Weight limit 110kg
- You need to be able to swimm
- Everyone needs to understand basic english
- Each minor should be accompanied by an adult in the kayak
Location
Around Gdansk | Kayak Tours & Adventures
Dokowa
Please use google maps for the directions. Apple map will take you to a different place.
Look for a big, white, dome tent behind a marina, we are located close to it in red shipping containers with a yellow kayak on top.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Mary_r
Dec 2, 2024
Great way to see Gdansk!... - Great way to see Gdansk! Nice flat water. Perfect conditions!!! We really enjoyed ourselves. Great group activity.
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Katherine_z
Oct 22, 2024
A great way to see the city with great guides! - This is a must do activity in Gdansk. To be in the river and canal, it’s really cool. Our two guides were just fabulous. The male guide knew a lot about the city history and both Guides were very good at helping us with our kayaks. There were many people that never kayaked before and I have never sea kayaked and by The time I was done, I’m confident on doing it again. Very detailed in explaining the instructions and they Both had great personalities. The stories and history Was so interesting, all while being in the water. If you’re into outdoor activities, this is highly recommended. It’s nice to boat down the canal… it’s a great physical activity for a few hours. I highly recommend from beginners to advance.
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Simons524
Oct 6, 2024
Great kayak tour! - Fantastic tour around the rivers of Gdansk! Very knowledgeable guide, interesting stories and perfect distance/time. Super introduction to technique and safety before departure and guide always made sure everybody could keep up. One person in the tour flipped their kayak and the guide was very quick to help and got them back to continue the trip. Offered flexibility of ending the trip in the city to get dry clothes. 10/10 recommend.
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Kevino3008
Aug 30, 2024
Water, sunshine, outdoors. What's not to love. - A great guide, clearly demonstrated the equipment, patient, very knowledgeable about the area. Entertaining and also arranged, I think, the hottest day of the year as well 😃. Get out on the water, you won't be disappointed and be prepared to accelerate pass a grumpy swan, so reserve some energy for the home stretch.
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Traveler00572613617
Aug 23, 2024
The kayak tour is highly recommended! - We were newcomers to kayaking. The guide gave a great and understandable introduction. Afterwards we were able to experience a great tour on the water and learned a lot about the history of Gdańsk.
Highly recommended.
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Cynthiak_b
Aug 16, 2024
Excellent city tour from the water. - The location is a 20 min walk from the historic city center & Green gate. Once at the shipyard look for the white dome and red cargo containers - and 1 with kayak on top. Eric knows his city’s history and speaks excellent English. A fun afternoon!!!
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Claire_j
Aug 15, 2024
Brilliant experience! - We had a fantastic tour led by Eric who kept us safe and informed. Wonderful to see the beautiful city of Gdańsk from a different perspective.
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303katharinag
Aug 12, 2024
From start to finish top! - The tour was totally great and just everything was right: Kayak instruction was professional and easy to understand, the tour was just the right length and the information told about the city was both informative and entertaining. Thank you for this great experience!
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Sfottland
Aug 4, 2024
Great kayaking in the center of Gdansk - This tour is perfect for a family with young people. Our teens greatly appreciated Erick, who is a ⁇ good guide. He shared his knowledge of Gdansk and kayaking. This was a highlight of our visit to Gdansk.
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Emily_w
Jul 31, 2024
Good Way to see Main Town - Eric was a friendly and informative guide! We enjoyed hearing the history of Gdansk, while getting a bit of exercise.
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