5 Athens Kayaking Tours for Every Kind of Paddler

1.Sounio Sea Kayak Tour to the Temple of Poseidon full program

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 126 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $260Our pick

Spend about eight hours with Trekking Hellas kayaking along the Sounio coast, stopping to swim and snorkel before visiting the Temple of Poseidon. Guides such as Gabriel, Pantelis, Aries, and Natalia provide instruction, local stories, and close attention in groups of up to 10. Hotel pickup, equipment, snacks, lunch, and temple admission are included.

“Our tour guides were the best ever. They were very informative and even had dinner with us. Amazing stuff guys and we’ll remember it forever.”

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2.From Athens: Cape Sounion Guided Kayaking Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 3 - 8 hours · from $112

Paddle the Athenian Riviera with a certified guide, stopping at Archi Island or Legrena beach for a swim and snack. Visit the Temple of Poseidon, then sit down to a traditional taverna meal by the Saronic Gulf. Hotel pickup may be available, and beginners are welcome.

“George was our tour guide for this experience and he was fantastic. The kayaking was slightly challenging with the wind but not too hard. George let us know when to expect help or resistance from the wind. The area is absolutely beautiful. We had ample time to see the ruins and watch the sunset and then had an absolutely delicious dinner. Thank you so much for this wonderful activity!”

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3.Athens: Sea Kayak Sunset Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · 2.5 - 4 hours · from $90Best value

Kayak about 2.5 km along Kavouri Beach with a professional guide such as Marios, Dimitris, or Michail. Expect a safety briefing, gentle paddling, a swim and snorkeling stop, sunset views over the Saronic Gulf, and free photos. Choose shared or private departure, with optional hotel pickup.

“Our guide was awesome! He adjusted the program for our skill level and shared a lot of knowledge with us. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for a memorable time in Greece!”

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4.Small Group Sunset Sea Kayaking in Athens Riviera with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $108

From Vouliagmeni, you’ll paddle 2.5 kilometers along the Athens Riviera with a certified guide, stopping for snorkeling before returning as the sun sets. The group is limited to eight, and guides Dimitrius and Mario have been praised for clear instruction and friendly support. Kayak gear, snorkeling equipment, insurance, and photos are included.

“Instructors were amazing lovely people, making sure we were okay and very friendly. Taught us well and encouraged us. There isn’t much to see while kayaking other than the sunset but the sunset was beautiful and we had the opportunity to snorkel which was great.”

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5.Athens: Sea Kayaking Adventure on the South/East Coast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · 4 - 6.5 hours · from $127

Escape central Athens for 4 to 6.5 hours of easy sea kayaking along eastern Attica. Your English-speaking guide teaches the basics on the beach, then leads you past cliffs and clear Aegean water with rest breaks, snacks, photos, and an optional picnic. Guides including Constantino, Mario, and Dimitris have earned praise for friendly, attentive instruction.

“Lovely guides that knew alot about the environment. They did everything to let you get the best experiance.”

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