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Summer day sea kayaking
A summer day in a sea kayak
A guided sea kayaking day tour among the islands of the inner Turku Archipelago. Enough time to slow down, learn, land on a wild island and there enjoy a tasty field lunch.
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Summer Day in a Sea Kayak
A full guided sea kayaking day among the islands of the inner Turku Archipelago, only a short transfer from Turku centre. You get proper time on the water, quality equipment, coaching from the guide, a route chosen for the weather and a tasty field lunch on a wild island.
No previous experience is needed in suitable conditions. The guide adapts the pace and chooses a sheltered route according to weather and the group.
Duration7 hours, 10:30 to 17:30
LevelBeginner-friendly guided
Price135€ / adult
What is included
- Guide, kayak, paddle, spraydeck and buoyancy aid
- Instruction, safety briefing and useful paddling tips
- Weather-adapted route in the inner Turku Archipelago, only a short distance from Turku centre
- Landing on a suitable wild island
- A tasty field lunch served by the guide during the island break, together with coffee and something sweet
- Time to slow down, learn and experience the sea from kayak level
The day version of an archipelago reset
This is the Aavameri experience for visitors who have only one day but still want a real sea kayaking memory: islands, smooth rock, learning, lunch outdoors and the feeling of moving quietly at sea level.
The starting point is simple from Turku, and the guide chooses the exact route, distance and rhythm according to wind, weather and the group.
Good to know
- A skilled guide and quality equipment are included
- The route is always adapted to weather and group
- Bring weather-appropriate clothing, water and spare clothes; lunch, coffee and something sweet are included
Aavameri does not only take you kayaking. Aavameri helps you understand the sea.
Aavameri Sea KayakingQuestions guests ask
Useful answers before you book.
How fit do I need to be
To enjoy the day, it is important that you don't have big back problems, as the seating position in a kayak can be demanding otherwise. As fitness level, it is enough that you are fit enough to do normal activity like walking for 1-2 hours.
Is lunch included
Yes, a tasty field lunch served during a break on an island is included together with coffee and something sweet. If you have any diets, mention them during booking.
Can beginners join
Yes, our guided day and evening kayaking trips are perfect for both beginners and experienced kayakers.
Where does it start
From our small paddleshack Satava Kayak & SUP, just 15 minutes by bus or car from Turku center and 30 minutes by bicycle from the main square in Turku. See the bus schedule here.
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A must do in Turku
“An absolutely amazing day trip.”
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Above and beyond
“Benjamin and Aavameri Sea Kayaking was flawless.”
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Top-class expedition support
“The kayaking and camping equipment was top class.”
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Daily route confidence
“Benjamin was phenomenal with daily updates on weather and routes.”
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