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15 Full-Day Paddling Trips Worldwide Worth Booking

27 tours  ·  from $22 a head

Most trips have room for one morning on the water. These 15 full-day paddling trips justify it, priced and timed so you can decide quickly and get back to packing a dry bag.

Cat Ba: Lan Ha, HaLong bay full day- biking, kayaking, lunch - Bright Cave, Dark Cave, and the kayaking change
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Cat Ba: Lan Ha, HaLong bay full day- biking, kayaking, lunch

1.Cat Ba: Lan Ha, HaLong bay full day- biking, kayaking, lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,166 reviews · 1 day · from $22Our pick

From Cat Ba, cruise through Lan Ha and Ha Long bays, pass a floating fishing village, swim from the boat, eat a Vietnamese lunch, and visit Viet Hai by bike. Guides such as Tony, Kai, Ricky, and B are praised for clear English and good care. Kayaking may be replaced by a local bamboo boat because of current government rules.

“Everything was just perfect. The tour guide, the places, the lunch (the fish was delicious), the weather…all good.”

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Halong Bay Full Day with Kayaking, Hiking viewpoint, Cave - Deluxe To Luxury - Boarding at Tuan Chau and settling in onboard
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Halong Bay Full Day with Kayaking, Hiking viewpoint, Cave – Deluxe To Luxury

2.Halong Bay Full Day with Kayaking, Hiking viewpoint, Cave – Deluxe To Luxury

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 884 reviews · from $38Top rated

Spend 12 to 14 hours traveling from Hanoi Old Quarter to Halong Bay by air-conditioned bus, then cruise past limestone islands, eat lunch onboard, visit Sung Sot Cave, kayak or ride a bamboo boat, and hike Titop Island’s 420 steps. Guides such as Sam and Hercules have led this popular group trip.

“The trip was very organized and on time. The scenery was beautiful and the staffs were accommodating. Sam, our tour guide is very friendly and helpful. He made us appreciate the history of vietnam esp. ha long bay.”

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Ang Thong: Marine Park Full-Day Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour - The early start from Koh Samui
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Ang Thong: Marine Park Full-Day Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour

3.Ang Thong: Marine Park Full-Day Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 768 reviews · from $68

Join Blue Stars Kayaking for a full day from Koh Samui to Ang Thong Marine Park. Kayak through caves and tunnels, swim, snorkel, eat a Thai buffet lunch, and choose between a beach break, second kayak trip, or steep viewpoint hike. English, German, and Thai support is available.

“The trip to and from the Ang Thong Islands, transportation to each spot, and lunch all took place on the boat, so it was very relaxing. It was great for families with children. The staff made sure everyone had a great time. Thank you very much.”

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Key West Full-Day Ocean Adventure: Kayak, Snorkel, Sail - Snorkeling in Florida Keys backcountry waters
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Key West Full-Day Ocean Adventure: Kayak, Snorkel, Sail

4.Key West Full-Day Ocean Adventure: Kayak, Snorkel, Sail

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 767 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $152

Spend 6.5 hours aboard a 65-foot schooner with guides such as Daniel, Brian, Joe, and Captain Janet. Sail through the Key West National Wildlife Refuge, snorkel in Florida Keys backcountry waters, kayak through mangroves, and enjoy a buffet lunch with unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks. The maximum group size is 20.

“My 14 year old and I thought this experience was awesome! We got to sail, see lots of sea life snorkeling, hangout on a sandbar, kayak around the mangroves, and were well fed all day. Our captain and Josh were amazing! They shared a lot of interesting information about the history of Key West and the ecology of the wildlife preserve. The 6.5 hours flew by and snorkeling/swimming was made more enjoyable with the optional use of pool noodles. There was also a go pro camera on board that participants and the crew used to take turns filming our adventures. At the end of our sail Josh edited the footage…”

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Halong Bay Full Day With Cave, Kayaking And Swimming - Highway Transfer - Hang Luon by kayak or bamboo boat
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Halong Bay Full Day With Cave, Kayaking And Swimming – Highway Transfer

5.Halong Bay Full Day With Cave, Kayaking And Swimming – Highway Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 743 reviews · from $39

Spend about 12 hours traveling from Hanoi’s Old Quarter to Ha Long Bay and back. Guide-led stops include Sung Sot Cave, Hang Luon by kayak or bamboo boat, and Ti Top Island for swimming or a steep viewpoint walk. Guides such as Viet, Huy, Duc, and Mr. Tiger have been praised for keeping large groups informed and on schedule.

“If you only have one day in your itinerary to spare, this a great way to see the sights of Ha Long Bay! Everything felt very organized from start to finish, and our tour guide Huy did a great job of keeping our group entertained and on schedule. The lunch and snack on the boat was really good as well! As long as you’re prepared for a fast paced day and a lot of fellow tourists at the island/cave stops, you’ll have a great time on this tour just like we did!”

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Full-Day Kayak Adventure in the Everglades - Meeting the guide in Homestead
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Full-Day Kayak Adventure in the Everglades

6.Full-Day Kayak Adventure in the Everglades

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 647 reviews · from $75

Follow guides Garl, Mike, or Chris through freshwater and saltwater habitats by kayak and on foot. You may slog through a cypress dome, paddle mangrove channels, watch for alligators and crocodiles, and catch a Florida Bay sunset. The small group is limited to 10, but you must drive your own vehicle behind the guide.

“Fantastic day of sloughing and kayaking with wonderful identification of birds, gators, crocs, sharks. Our guide, Mike, was incredibly knowledgeable, personable and an excellent storyteller. The slough into a cypress mound and gator hole was a special peek into a part oRead more”

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Sea Kayaking in Ao Thalane & Optional Full-Day Hong Island - Paddling the narrow channels
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Sea Kayaking in Ao Thalane & Optional Full-Day Hong Island

7.Sea Kayaking in Ao Thalane & Optional Full-Day Hong Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 548 reviews · from $37

Kayak through Ao Thalane’s narrow mangrove channels with an English-speaking guide such as Anan, known as A, or Bungchai. Choose a half-day paddle, or add Hong Island, snorkeling, lunch, or a sunset BBQ. Small groups are limited to 10, with hotel pickup from Krabi-area resorts.

“Recommended. Pick up was on time, visited the beautiful hong islands first cause the tide was low for kayaking, did the hike up the view point (exhausting, carry water & take breaks), great view, back down & cooled off with a relaxing swim. Head back for a good lunch, even arranged vegetarian options cause we informed them a day in advance. Finally kayaked through the beautiful lagoons, we were lucky to spot some monkeys. Mesmerizing kayaking through the beautiful forest & listening to our informative guide, his name is "A".”

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Full Day Off The Beaten Track the Mekong Delta. - Cruising around Cai Be by boat
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Full Day Off The Beaten Track the Mekong Delta.

8.Full Day Off The Beaten Track the Mekong Delta.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 373 reviews · from $93

Start at 7 a.m. from the Saigon Opera House or selected District 1, 3, and 4 hotels. With guides such as Bao, Lee, Henry, or Chau, you will cruise the Mekong, kayak smaller waterways, cycle roughly 15 to 27 kilometers, eat a local lunch, and return around 6 p.m. This is an active day with little shopping and a strong focus on daily life.

“It is a very different tour but was so much fun and so interesting. You learnt so much about the culture and saw back streets to the tourist areas. Our guide Henry was very enthusiastic.”

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Crawl and Paddle Full day Cu Chi Tunnels and MeKong Delta - Why Cu Chi can feel confronting
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Crawl and Paddle Full day Cu Chi Tunnels and MeKong Delta

9.Crawl and Paddle Full day Cu Chi Tunnels and MeKong Delta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 295 reviews · from $54

Join a small group of up to 10 for a 10-hour day from Ho Chi Minh City. Your English-speaking guide leads you through the less-touristy Ben Duoc Cu Chi tunnels, then on to My Tho for motorboat rides, a rowboat, a bee farm, coconut treats, villages, lunch, and traditional music. Guides Daro and Vy have earned special praise.

“Our tour guide Daro was very knowledgeable and had lots of information and answered a lot of questions”

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From Zadar: Full-Day Kayaking Tour in Dugi Otok - Getting from Zadar to Brbinj
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From Zadar: Full-Day Kayaking Tour in Dugi Otok

10.From Zadar: Full-Day Kayaking Tour in Dugi Otok

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 256 reviews · 11 hours · from $141

Travel by ferry from Zadar to Dugi Otok, then explore its caves, cliffs, quiet bays, and a sunken ship by kayak. Guides such as Ivan, Zoki, Sven, and Filip lead small groups of up to 12. The 11-hour day includes van transfers, gear, cliff jumping, snorkeling, lunch time, and picigin at Sakarun Beach.

“We had a wonderful day on this Kayaking tour. The entire team is very meticulous in their communication and execution which we very much appreciated. First off Martha emailed as well as sent WhatsApp message to get confirmation as well as send our ferry tickets along with clear instructions and thereon was available to answer any queries. We were met our guides at the ferry destination point and from there on our amazing adventure started- sea kayaking to explore the caves and snorkelling over the sunken ship was really special .Zoki and Ivan went out of their way to make the trip even more fun and engaging by introducing kayak…”

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Elafiti Islands Sea kayaking: Full-Day Bike and Kayak tour on Lopud and Šipan - Starting the paddle in Lopud Harbor
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Elafiti Islands Sea kayaking: Full-Day Bike and Kayak tour on Lopud and Šipan

11.Elafiti Islands Sea kayaking: Full-Day Bike and Kayak tour on Lopud and Šipan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 236 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $95

Paddle from Lopud to Šipan with guides such as Karlo, Zvone, or Ivor, then cycle about 6 to 10 kilometers past churches, villas, vineyards, and olive trees. Expect clear water, island views, a seaside meal stop, and a real workout. Kayaks, bikes, instruction, and dry bags are included.

“Signed up last minute and so glad we did. We had a fantastic time and Zvonimir was a young but enthusiastc guide. After an hour ferry to Lopud, we jumped in the kayaks to head to Sipan where we picked up the bikes. Note that because of the return ferry schedule this is actually a 10 hour trip. Because of this, the cruise boat people had to drop out and we had essentially a private tour which was great. We bought food at a market in Lopud for a picnic at a beautiful park in Sipanska Luka, rather than eat at a restaurant, which was cheaper and preferred so we…”

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Chiang Mai: Full-Day Chiang Dao Caving & Jungle Kayaking - Chiang Dao Cave: shrines, bats, and tight passages
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Chiang Mai: Full-Day Chiang Dao Caving & Jungle Kayaking

12.Chiang Mai: Full-Day Chiang Dao Caving & Jungle Kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 224 reviews · 9 hours · from $80

Combine Chiang Dao Cave with a gentle Mae Ping River kayak trip in one active day. Your English-speaking guide leads you past shrines, bats, spiders, tight passages, jungle banks, birds, and fallen trees. Guides such as Jane, Jojo, Dany, and Golf are praised for making beginners feel safe. Lunch, transport, gear, and cave entry are included.

“The combination of visiting a cave in the morning and kayaking in the afternoon was great! The guides were all great, took very good care of the group and it was a lot of fun being with them throughout the day!”

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No.1 Full-Day Chiang Mai Caving & Jungle Kayaking: Chiang Dao - The morning briefing sets the tone
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No.1 Full-Day Chiang Mai Caving & Jungle Kayaking: Chiang Dao

13.No.1 Full-Day Chiang Mai Caving & Jungle Kayaking: Chiang Dao

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 206 reviews · from $81

Spend a full day outside Chiang Mai with guides such as Jane, Golf, Tony, or A. You’ll receive kayak instruction, explore Chiang Dao Cave with headlamps and a local cave guide, eat a simple Thai lunch, then paddle the Mae Ping River through bamboo and forest. Expect a few tight cave passages and a wet kayak ride.

“Jane was amazing!! So knowledgeable and funny, we felt very well taken care of on our excursion! He took care of all our needs and made us feel so special and relaxed!”

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Dugi Otok - full day kayak adventure - Brbinjscica Bay and the Dragon Eye Pool
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Dugi Otok – full day kayak adventure

14.Dugi Otok – full day kayak adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 159 reviews · 10 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $139

Spend 10 to 11 hours exploring Dugi Otok by kayak, with certified guides such as Ivan, Filip, Zoki, or Philippe. Paddle around Brbinjscica Bay, swim in a sea cave, snorkel near the Michele shipwreck, visit Veli Rat Lighthouse, and finish at Sakarun Beach. Ferry tickets, food, and drinks cost extra.

“A brilliant day out kayaking. The trip was extremely well organised, we were able to contact them before hand for questions and their instructions about getting the boat to the island were excellent. The kayaking was great fun and our guides were very competent and informative. We had a great group and had the best time. I would thoroughly recommend this trip!”

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Full-Day Guided Noosa Everglades Kayak Tour - The lakes and wetlands along the route
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Full-Day Guided Noosa Everglades Kayak Tour

15.Full-Day Guided Noosa Everglades Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 155 reviews · from $149

Join Kanu Kapers Australia from 204 Lake Flat Road for a guided kayak trip through the Noosa Everglades. You’ll paddle the Upper Noosa River, known as the River of Mirrors, visit Lake Cootharaba and other quiet waterways, watch for kangaroos and black swans, swim if conditions suit, and enjoy lunch, fruit, bread, and drinks. The tour runs for about six hours, with a maximum of 16 people.

“Christmas gift loved it clear guidance great stable kayaks food was great secret swimming spot excellent did not want it to end looking forward to doing our own trip self guided one now will rebook through this company”

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