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Activity description
Get to know the stunning coastline of Almeria on this Cabo de Gata kayak tour and dive the amazing beaches of Almeria.
The Cabo de Gata kayak trips are so special because they take place in the Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park, which extends through the municipalities of Almería, Níjar and Carboneras. If you are in Andalusia, you can not miss this Natural Park, a complete spectacle of nature with a land area of 38,000 hectares, 50 km of cliffy coastline, paradisiacal natural beaches such as the beaches of Mónsul and Genoveses or urban beaches distinguished with the blue flag.
In this 3 hours kayak excursion with the guides of Cabo de Gata Activo, you will combine physical activity, such as sea kayaking, with the pleasure of enjoying and getting to know the magnificent Cabo de Gata - Nijar Natural Park from a unique perspective. Knowing the cliffs of the Natural Park and its caves from the sea, aboard a kayak, is an unforgettable experience, as many places and corners can only be seen from this small boat.
On this kayak route along the coast of Almeria you will have a privileged panoramic view of the coasts of Cabo de Gata from the sea, its coastal villages, the whimsical shapes of the cliffs and the volcanic formations of the area. Depending on the weather conditions, the instructors of Cabo de Gata Activo will choose one route or another, for example from Agua Amarga to Punta de la Media Naranja or from Las Negras to El Playazo. During the route, guided by kayak thanks to one of the instructors, you will learn the kayak technique, you will know the flora, fauna and geology of the Natural Park of Cabo de Gata - Nijar, you will observe its seabed and you will discover the most interesting places of the area. And best of all, all members of the household will be able to enjoy this kayak excursion as it is suitable for all types of physical conditions.
Book now this exciting kayak tour in Cabo de Gata and fall in love with the beaches of Almeria!
- Arrival at the meeting point and distribution of equipment (waistcoat, paddle).
- Brief introduction to paddling, handling and safety in a sea kayak by the kayak instructors.
- Start of the kayak excursion. Depending on the weather conditions, one of the following routes will be taken:
Agua Amarga - Punta de la Media Naranja
Las Negras - El Playazo
La Fabriquilla - Arrecife de las Sirenas (Mermaids' Reef)
Los Escullos - Punta de Loma Pelada
San José - Tomate Cove
- During the kayak excursion you will make small stops gradually spaced out to rest and take the opportunity to explain the geological, biological and historical characteristics of your surroundings. In addition, you will enjoy the peculiar shapes of the volcanic cliff coast of Cabo de Gata, visit navigable caves and sail over the volcanic reef barriers.
- Rest halfway to take a swim, hydrate and refresh yourself for the rest of the route and return to the starting point.
Activity requirements
All participants must know how to swim.
Special terms
The definitive meeting point will be indicated by Whatsapp the day before the activity, as it depends on the weather conditions (it is essential that the phone you leave us is with WhatsApp operative). For days with an easterly wind it will be in La Fabriquilla or Agua Amarga. For days with a westerly wind, it will be at Cala del Cuervo in Las Negras or Cala del Embarcadero in Los Escullos.
- Goggles and snorkel tube (with prior notice)
- Explanations and theoretical mini-course
- Digital photographic report
- Water bottle
- Certified guides
- Watertight canister (on request)
- Wetsuit (on request)
- Kayak equipment
- Support vessel
- Civil protection and accident insurance
- Transfer to the meeting point
- Swimwear
- T-shirt
- Sandals
- Sunscreen
- Goggles and snorkel tube (optional)
