On this trip we cover a quite remote stretch of Maganisi’s west coastline .

This region offers a wide variety of landscape , with tiny almost hidden beaches and rock gardens which create routes and caves. Highlight of the tour is the break in ‘Papanikolis’ cave.
The cave was used by the Greek submarine ‘papnikolis’ during the war times as a natural resort.

We land in the beach inside the cave for a swim.

We continue kayaking to a complex of sea caves where we have as short break for snack and plunges.

Our next destination is a pristine remote beach where we stop for swimming, snorkeling and lunch.

We paddle back to Ag. Ioannis beach.

Join the introduction to Stand Up Paddling

An,easy,safe and fun activity for the whole family
Also greate for fitness

The intro to SUP starts on the beach with a short demonstration about the basics of paddling.

You will be then be assigned a nice stable board and head to the water for your first tries.

Balancing on the board while standing can be tricky at the start but with some practice and help from your guide you ll be gliding over the water in no time.

The intro to SUP is suited to everyone,no age restrictions and specific skills,as long as you know to swim you can join.

On the south side of Lefkada there is the bay of Rouda, the second largest bay of the island with a beach that daily hosts many visitors.

Its crystal clear and quiet waters are a pole of attraction and a temporary anchorage for many sailboats but also for large yachts that their passengers choose to eat fresh fishes in the many traditional taverns of the beach.

The bay of Rouda hosts caves with deep waters that occasionally visit seals, turtles and dolphins.

Meeting time 10:00 in the morning, a briefing on the activity, equipment preparation and at about 10:30 we paddle in the crystal clear waters.

We paddle circularly of the bay with the first stop for swimming in the inaccessible beach of Peristera after first visiting a cave that inside has a very small beach which in the winter months is a shelter for seals.

Continuing to the western bay cape where we stop for diving from above. Coffee, fruits, biscuits, juices, they will stimulate us and give us strength for the rest of the tour.

We pass to the eastern cape and the landscape changes, limestone slopes with geological interest and a cave of surprise for the end. Back to the bay at about 14:00.

Day 1:Arrival at Mikros Gialos south of Lefkada. There we check in our rooms and meet the Periplous staff. In the afternoon there is a small sea kayak lesson, information about the trip and referance to the necessary personal items during the trip. Then we have free time to relax.

Day 2: Early in the morning (07:00) we begin by placing our personal items in kayak, then we get in the sea and row in the deep blue waters of the Ionian Sea, discovering the relief of the coastline, consisting of hidden beaches, beautiful rocks and caves. Our first stop is the small island of Thilia, located between Lefkada and Meganissi, where we will be staying for lunch and relaxation until the departure time to Desimmi comes and our final destination to Feri beach where we will spend the night in tents. On this beautiful beach we will enjoy the company around the fire, a BBQ with delicious local products and Lefkadian wine.

Day 3: We start the day with a cool dive in the crystal clear waters, after we have breakfast and then roam for the little island Madouri, where there is only one house, that of the Greek poet Aristotle Valaoritis. Our next stop is the legendary Scorpios island of Aristotle Onassis. On the island we will be staying as long as we need to swim and rest. Immediately afterwards, we will be roam two miles to Meganisi Island and specifically to Roka Beach. There we will leave our kayaks for a while and we will take a walk to Spartochori village where we will have the chance to admire the spectacular view over the Ionian Sea, from the village unique balcony. Then we will have lunch and we will return to kayaks heading  for our next destination the “Pasumaki” beach where we will camp overnight. From there we will walk to Vathi, the marina of the island, and will have the chance to taste delicious traditional dishes in one of the local restaurants.

Day 4: We will start the day in a more relaxed pace, as we will be staying in Meganissi and the distance we will be rowing is just five nautical miles. During the day there is exploration of the Island Fiords, visits to sandy beaches for diving and bathing and the ultimate destination of the day is the most beautiful little beach. The Limonari, where we will have a BBQ and will spend the night in tents.

Day 5: After our regular morning dive and breakfast we head for the first big crossing from Meganissi to the stunning Kalamos island. An island with such beauty that is difficult to describe in words….a variety of beautiful beaches, sea caves, small picturesque villages where no cars are allowed, make up an ideal place for quiet and quality everyday life. The very warm hospitality of the few residents and the energyof the area will offer us a unique experience. We will be dining and camping next to Kalamos village.

Day 6: We will find ourselves rowing along the spectacular coasts of Kalamos and Kastos at slow pace in orderto save the energy we will be needing the next day. Tha amazing landscape will compensate us, as the images we see are unique. In the evening of the same day we will camp on the isolated beach for BBQ and overnight stay.

Day 7: We start the day early enough to roam up to southwest edge of Meganissi. The route we will follow is the western side of the island, consisting of steep cliffs and large caves, one of which is the famous cave Papanikoli. The largest sea cave in the world. Rumors say that during the Second World War the Greek submarine “Papanikolis” used this cave as a secret shelter, and this is how it got its name. After a demanding crossing of 10 nautical miles, we will reach Agios Ioannis truly beautiful beach with turquoise water. There we will dine in a traditional tavern with delicious local cuisine and spend the night in tents.

Day 8: Tha last day of our trip will surely be more relaxing and peacefull…in the morning we will be staying on the magnificent beach of Agios Ioannis for breakfast and swimming. Immediately after the “lazy” morning we will start roaming to the beach we started off, the familiar beach of Poros. We will make several stops on our way back and we will certainly not miss the visit to Kipi beach, where a large colony of red starfish lives on the bottom. A wonderfull excursion that will fill you a unique experience and memories has come to an end. We leae the kayaks on Mikros Gialos beach where a little surprise will be waiting for us.

From the northwestern to the southwestern tip of Lefkada, a six-day excursion with a beachside camp on the west coast of the island with the world-renowned beaches of Egremni and Porto Katsiki. The coastline and the unpredictability of the weather make it an ideal excursion for experienced kayakers.

Day 1: The meeting point is the hotel in the city of Lefkada, where there will be an acquaintance with the escorts, then there will be free time for relaxation and in the evening we will dine in a traditional tavern.

Day 2: We will be transferred to Agios Ioannis beach early in the morning (09:30), we will place our personal belongings and our equipment in the kayaks and we will start with a final destination the famous Kathisma beach. During this route we will make two stops at Agios Nikitas beach and Mylos beach for swimming and exploration. Arriving at Kathisma beach we will set up our tents on the impressive sandy beach and then we will dine.

Day 3: We will start from Kathisma beach with final destination Gialos beach, this route will give us the opportunity to paddle to one of the most beautiful places of the Ionian, kilometers of deserted beaches and steep cliffs compose one of the most impressive scenery in Greece, we will also have the ability to dismiss the company of cormorants as well as to travel with dolphins and sea turtles. Arriving at Gialos beach we prepare our tents and enjoy bbq by the sea.

Day 4: We leave behind Gialos beach and start to meet a different landscape with high slopes, where at the base there is the beach Egremnoi for many is the most beautiful beach of the island, we will stop for swimming and exploration. Then we reach another award-winning and beautiful beach, Porto Katsiki, where we will spend the night.

Day 5: The day is characterized by the difficult passage of Kavos, while rowing at this point we will meet the lighthouse and the ruins of the temple of Apollo. Slopes, caves, steep cliffs and seventeen kilometers of rowing to the bay of Vasiliki, where our final destination is. There we will dine in a tavern and spend the night in organized camping.

Day 6: We are located on the southern coast of Lefkada, the landscapes are changing and now we are rowing on a verdant coastline with the foliage of the trees touching the surface of the sea. Small deserted beaches will accommodate us for swimming and relaxation until we reach Afteli beach for an overnight stay.

Day 7: Picturesque fishing villages, small beaches that host red starfish and underwater caves are the images that will give us today, we have now left the beach Afteli and we are heading to the beach Mikros Gialos, a great and fun stop in our cosmopolitan port of Syvota will give us mental health. The day will end with an overnight stay at an organized camping on Mikros Gialos beach, dinner and farewell party.

Day 1: Mikros Gyalos – Rouda bay(southern Leukada).
After your arrival you will be given from our experienced coaches’ navigation instructions and rescue techniques and will be having a small tour in the bay for about an hour. After that we will give you instructions for the packaging and the loading of the kayaks. Also we will have enough time for any last supplies. We will overnight to a camping of the area.

Day 2: Mikros Gyalos – Fteri beach 6,5NM.
First paddling day will take place in the south of the island and it will come up to end at the east of Leukada. In our trip we will come cross with caves and a small settlement that will fascinate us. Fteri beach is our destination to rest for the night with our tents.

Day 3: Fteri – Skorpios – Meganisi – Thilia 5NM.
We begin our day with a morning swim in the clear blue waters and then right away we rush to land to the legendary island Skorpios where we will tell you a lot of stories. Next stop is Meganisi and the settlement of Spartochori for supplies which is natural balcony over the Ionian Sea and then back to water where we paddle again to the small isle of Thilia where we will rest for the night.

Day 4: Thilia – Mikros Gyalos 4,5NM.
Our way back is full of surprises. Underwater caves breathtaking landscapes and a beach where on the rocks we will find some big red starfishes. We know that you do not want this to come to an end but we will be always there to continue the journey…

Day 1:Beggining from Mikros Gialos beach, we cross the bay of Rouda, next to unique geological formations, showing the geological history of the area, we roam east, heading to our first stop…the small island of Thilia. A beautiful isolated island with crystal clear waters and small hidden beaches that will host us for swimming, snorkeling and lunch. We rest a bit and continue for the beach where we will be camping, just after Desimmi. There, we set our tents and prepare the fire for our BBQ.

Day 2: The second day of our trip begins with morning swim and breakfast. Then we roam to the very famous island of Scorpios, the island of Onassis. We will stop at the small beach with the photographic exhibition of Jackie Kennedi, where we will have the opportunity to swim in the turquise waters and enjoy a delicious snack. Our next destination is the wonderful ROcka Beach in Meganissi. At this point we will leave our kayaks and walk to the picturesque village of Spartochori with the wonderful view over the port. There will be time for pictures and walking in the narrow alleys around the village in the beautiful traditional area. After, we return to Rocka beach for lunch and relaxation. In the afternoon, following the sunset, we will be approaching the beautiful quiet beach of Ag. ioannis, where we will spend the night in tents, while a small tavern will offer us the opportunity to taste fresh fish and many traditional delicious dishes.

Day 3:Early in the morning we leave the beach of Agios Ioannis and we roam with south direction, between tall granite cliffs, a scenery only seen the movies and documentaries. On our way we will meet the cave of Giovanni and the cave of Papanikoli, the largest sea cave in the world. Rumors say that during the second World War the Greek submarine “Papanikolis” used this cave as a secret shelter, and this is how it got its name. We will stop for swimming on the shady beach in the cave and have the chance to admire the wonderful seabed. We continue rowing on the south side of Meganissi until our next stop, on a beautiful isolated beach for lunch and relaxation. Then, follows the last crossing of the trip to Lefkada, with a small stop in Kipos beach, where we will see the amazing red starfish colony on its bottom. Immediately afterwards we arrive at Mikros Gialos beach where is the end of this unique experience.

Day 1: Our Journey begins in the cosmopolitan Nydri, where we will meet with experienced guides who will give us information about the equipment and the magnificent route of our trip.

First, we head for the small island of Madouri, the home of the famous Greek poet Valaoritis. After admiring the trully beautiful island, we continue to the famous island of Onassis “Scorpio”.

Our first stop will be on this famous island and specifically on a small beach with crystal clear waters for swimming and delicious snacks with traditional products.

We continue heading to the unique Meganissi, where our next stop will be at the wonderfull Rocka Beach. At this point we will leave our kayaks and wak to the picturesque village of Spartochori with the wonderfull view over the Ionian Sea. There will be time for pictures and walking in the narrow alleys around the village in the beautiful traditional area.

After, we return to Rocka Beach for lunch and relaxation. In the afternoon, following the sunset, we will be approaching the beautiful quiet beach of Ag.Ioannis, where we will spend the night in tents, while a small tavern will offer us the opportunity to taste fresh fishes and many traditional delicious dishes.

Day 2: Early in the morning we leave the beach of Ag. Ioannis and we roam towards Lefkada.

On our way we will make several stops in small caves and secret beaches, that can only be reached through the sea. We will have the chance to enjoy the unique crystal clear blue waters for bathing and relaxation.

The last destination of our trip is the magnificent quiet beach of Mikros Gialos where a surprise will be waiting for us to close this beautiful adventure on the hospitable coasts of the Ionian Sea.

TOUR PLAN

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