Best 5 Kayaking Vacation Packages

Your typical beach vacation idea probably sounds a bit humdrum to you. It's nice to lay on the sand, sweat, overeat and drink cocktails for a day. But what about the other six? It gets boring bumming on the beach all the time. Let's go on an adventure! I challenge you! Could you take me to the great outdoors?

Here is a handy guide to some of the best paddling vacations worldwide for active people like me. Some trips involve multiple sports, such as rafting or hiking, others are in remote locations, and others combine the rustic outdoors with 5-star hospitality. Read on to learn about the five best paddling vacations in the world!

Luxury Sea Kayaking Tour At A Maine Kayak Inn

We've found a trip where you can experience the great outdoors while appreciating the finer things in life. Maine Kayak's Inn for Sea Kayaking tours is perfect for those who enjoy the outdoors but still want a warm bed, a gourmet meal, and a long hot shower.

By day, paddle to your cozy and quaint bed and breakfast stop-over for the night while you explore the rocky Maine coastline. During this 2-day or 4-day inn-to-inn adventure, all equipment, lodging, meals, and guides are included. If you want to see New England's picturesque bays and harbors, enjoy a seaside picnic lunch and be pampered by Maine's hospitable innkeepers.

Travel To Belize For A Multi-Sport Adventure

Kayaking isn't just kayaking; there's a hiking, snorkeling, fishing, caving, birding, and paddling! For those who want to see and do it all in Belize, Island Expeditions offers the Ultimate Best of Belize Adventure!

Traveling from the Maya Mountains to Glover's Reef, you'll experience Belize on land, in the water, and under the water. Explore an ancient Mayan cave, kayak the exhilarating Moho River, snorkel or paddle the Southern Barrier Reef, or photograph the tropical birds and rainforests of Belize. You'll never get bored on this trip! All meals, accommodations, guiding services, and transfers have been planned to ensure hassle-free travel. Check out the Island Expeditions website for more information.

Croatia & Montenegro: Paddle And Sail

As you paddle and sail through the dramatic backdrops of Croatia and Montenegro, you will rack up some nautical miles with a Croatia to Montenegro Kayak/Sail Odyssey from Southern Sea Ventures! You will depart from Split airport in Croatia on a traditional Gulet sailboat, your mothership. Several spectacular Croatian destinations, such as Hvar, Korcula, and Mljet, can be reached from there.

You can leave your belongings at 'base camp' and take your kayak to see some emerald waters and steep mountains rising. Before returning to Cavtat, Croatia, make your way to Dubrovnik and over to Kotor, Montenegro. Fourteen days of sailing, paddling, hiking, and taking in some of the most stunning scenery you have ever seen.

Maui SUP School &Therapy: Hawaii's Best Surf School

Hawaii's big waves and lush islands are perfect for perfecting your stand-up paddle skills. Maui SUP School and Therapy have it all for those who want to immerse themselves in the SUP lifestyle. Aside from numerous packages, the Soul Ocean Retreat is their signature package. At the Ocean Retreat, daily SUP practices include SUP surfing, SUP yoga, breathing and meditation classes, healing consultations, cooking classes, and inspiring talks from famous athletes.

In addition, the Maui SUP School offers intensive instruction for those who want to get into SUP racing and multi-day classes for those who want to take their SUP game to the next level. Learn more about how Maria Souza can help you transform your body and mind with paddle boarding practice by contacting the school.

Everglades Yak Attack

In recent years, kayak fishing has become increasingly popular, and kayak fishing outfitters have started popping up everywhere. The Florida Everglades is the perfect place to pack your rod and reel, and sneak up on some fish.

If you want to paddle the backwaters of the Everglades accessible only by kayak, Everglades Kayak Fishing offers the ultimate experience. A customized trip will be designed for you based on your preferences. There are several spots within the park where you can camp for a few nights at a time if you are planning a multi-day trip. Please bring all your gear and equipment, or let them use their kayaks and camping gear to do all the heavy lifting. You can either go it alone or hire a guide.

The ultimate bucket list trip includes catered fine food, wine, cigars, premium camping equipment, three guides, and a beach sherpa to carry all the gear. You can make this a once-in-a-lifetime trip for your bachelor party or an actual "bucket list" trip. Call Everglades Kayak Fishing today for a kayak fishing trip of a lifetime!

Finally

There you have it. These are five of the best paddling vacations you will ever experience. Choosing which one to take first will be the most challenging part! 

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