Sea Kayak in Methoni

The place

Methoni was the “eye” of Venice in the Mediterranean and an important trade and marine center for the Venetians during the medieval years. The castle of Methoni is the most impressive fortress in the Peloponnese built in a rock that enters the sea and is separated from the mainland by an artificial moat. Across Methoni, the lush island of Sapienza is integrated into the Natura 2000 network, home to rare species of flora and fauna. Near its coasts, several shipwrecks are lying still visible with goggles and snorkels. Sea Kayaking here is sometimes a challenge even for experienced paddlers. Sea kayak Methoni is the way to explore the coasts of the area!

The activity

Meet your guide at the beach right in front of Methoni, next to which looms the impressive fortress. He will welcome you and brief you on paddling techniques, safety measures, and equipment before hopping onto our kayaks for a rather demanding paddling adventure. You glide your kayaks near the imposing walls of the castle which are adorned with impressive arcs and bastions. You travel back in time with pictures taken from the medieval past of the region. Soon you will be crossing the channel between Methoni and Sapienza where many ancient shipwrecks are scattered around. Here, you may take a chance to snorkel near the island’s rough coast in search of a few visible remains of shipwrecks. Heading south you shall reach the tranquility of the beautiful beach of the island. Here, you rest, swim, sunbathe, and taste our delicious homemade picnic of local delicacies.