Sunset Kayak Class in Venice: intermediate training in the city

Experience the beauty of Venice at sunset with our group kayaking training and visit to a historic rowing club. Explore the city’s waterways while learning paddling skills and discovering its rich cultural heritage.

Duration: 2 hours
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Highlights
  • Fondamente Nove, 6576 - Five-kilometer intermediate workout for adults in groups, couples or single kayakers.

Ever sailed under the Venetian bridges, along Venetian canals? Or visited a Venetian rowing club? Venice has a long tradition of water sports, do you know?
We are Nicoló and Aleksandra, a young couple living in Venice. Let us show you Venice from cultural, sports-oriented and local perspective. Improve your kayaking skills in authentic canals of Canareggio or Castello; visit the historically important Venetian rowing club, as it is the best place to immerse yourself in Venice’s history, traditions, and contemporary life. No doubt, the pink and gold sunset view from the water will be one of your travel highlights and one of the most beautiful memories from this romantic moment!

What is the program of the class?
Visit to the rowing club;
Paddling instructions;
Training on the water.

How many kilometers will we paddle?
We will do 4-5 kilometers.

IMPORTANT: Paddling is a sport. It requires experience in water sports. Make sure you meet the requirements. We will reach out to you to determine your level. The guide may transfer you to another group with the same skill level as yours.

What's Included
    • Expert local guide
    • High-quality kayaking equipment
    • Safety equipment, including life jackets
    • Complimentary photo service to capture your moments
Additional Information

Five-kilometer intermediate workout for adults in groups, couples or single kayakers.

Ever sailed under the Venetian bridges, along Venetian canals? Or visited a Venetian rowing club? Venice has a long tradition of water sports, do you know?

We are Nicoló and Aleksandra, a young couple living in Venice. Let us show you Venice from cultural, sports-oriented and local perspective. Improve your kayaking skills in authentic canals of Cannaregio or Castello; visit the historically important Venetian rowing club, as it is the best place to immerse yourself in Venice’s history, traditions, and contemporary life. No doubt, the pink and gold sunset view from the water will be one of your travel highlights and one of the most beautiful memories from this romantic moment!

How many kilometers will we paddle?
We will do 4-5 kilometers.

  • On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
  • Physical exertion is required on our classes, they are sporty. You should have experts/medium paddling skills. You should be in suitable physical condition (each paddler must be:  less  than 120 kilos for men, less that 100 kilos for women; and be able to enter kayak cabin size 80 cm long and 40 cm wide) and mental condition to participate in sports activities, including dangerous ones, and to be free from any impediment disorders. People with serious disabilities and pregnant women after the third month will not be accepted. People with serious disabilities and pregnant women after the third month will not be accepted.
  • During the classes, we often encounter waves of one foot (30 - 40cm) as well as other boat traffic.

  • Two double kayaks are provided for each class. When there are only adults in a group, the guide decides on the spot who uses the double kayak based on their physical abilities.

  • The class can be cancelled by the instructor in the following cases: 1. Bad weather conditions: strong winds, rain, fog, lightning and tornadoes, events, demonstrations, strikes or other conditions that make the class unsafe or impossible. A trainee will be contacted to arrange a rescheduling for the cancelled class. 2. If a trainee arrives drunk or drugged. 3. If a trainee does not meet the requirements mentioned above.
  • The class can be rescheduled by the instructor if there are any changes in working hours or internal works in the club in connection with important sporting events or any other circumstances related to the club’s internal processes.
  • Paddling is a sport activity. It requires strength, concentration, attention, and a positive state of mind and body, so make sure you’re prepared. Before the class, rest, do some exercises to warm up your muscles, don’t overeat or drink alcohol. Get ready to do sports physically and morally!
    • Don’t use your phone or camera while you are paddling. It’s prohibited to use phones or cameras during the class, you will have to leave it in a locker. The instructor will take pictures for you and send them to you after the class. It’s okay if you film on a Go Pro or camera attached to a hat or life jacket, since you can paddle freely.

  • Children between the ages of 8 and 17 are welcome to participate in the class, but only in one double kayak with their parents or instructors (i.e., they cannot sail alone).
Location
Fondamente Nove, 6576
Fondamente Nove
We will meet at the entrance to Reale Società Canottieri Querini. Please, arrive 15 minutes early.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Giadar623
Jul 23, 2024
Unforgettable experience in Venice - Fantastic experience that allows you to enjoy the beauty of Venice from a new perspective. Niccolò and Alexandra were really welcoming and nice and explained a lot about this magnificent city... Absolutely to be redone!
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Matcaos
Jul 13, 2024
Unforgettable sunset - Seeing Venice at sunset was wonderful. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to have a sustainable experience!! Thank you Nicoló and Aleksandra
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Bollockshackett
Jun 29, 2024
Different way to see venice - Very pleasant and knowledge Guide and a beautiful and Unique way to see venice. What definitely do again. Thanks for everything.
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Stuart_o
Jun 28, 2024
Awesome way to see the city - 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 during the experience (so as to pay attention to the kayaking) but the instructors will take photos of you so you can still have some memories.
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Hilaryo198
Jun 26, 2024
Great caring instructors - The two instructors were very kind, knowledgeable, and thorough people. It was my first time in a kayak and they definitely were supportive and encouraging. Clearly, they know the canals and the lagoon well and are very concerned about participant safety. I felt cared for during the experience.
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542emmyw
Jun 23, 2024
Unforgettable kayaking! - Stunning! It was my birthday surprise, and I loved it! I had such a wonderful time on this trip; it was so romantic and unforgettable!
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Mario
Jun 15, 2024
Kayaking experience in Venice - Beautiful experience with a very knowledgeable and professional guide (Nicolò). Recommended to see this splendid city from a different perspective
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Irenabw5998yb
Jun 13, 2024
The best kayaking trip ever! - Definitely worth going on this trip, extremely worth it! We were so happy because the weather was perfect, Nicoló and Aleksandra were gracious and professional. I was really inspired by this secret place when we visited the rowing club. An amazing kayak trip with a lot of insights into history and contemporary life in Venice, both from Nicoló's local perspective and Aleksandra's international perspective. Thank you for your generosity and professionalism!
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Traveler20055734395
Oct 12, 2023
Everyone visiting Venice should do this! - We went on the sunset tour; the water was silken. The guide/teacher was amazing and we learned about history, the health of the lagoon, and about the boat club that this is a part of—even had a little tour! Sculls, canoe racing, it was so much fun. Even a novice or beginner kayaker can enjoy this trip. I loved their enthusiasm, safety awareness, and passion for their city.
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821alexandrias
Oct 3, 2023
Highly recommend this awesome tour! - This kayak tour went better than our expectations. Our guide gave us history info along the tour you wouldn’t normally hear about, was clear on safety and keeping our small group together while keeping good timing, especially since we had experience and we wanted to keep an athletic pace. This was the best way to see Venice!
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