Sea Kayak MILOS

 

 

Sea Kayaking Day-trips, Courses, Expeditions & Accommodation
Milos Island, GREECE

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Our expeditions are full guided and are run on a self catering basis.  The price includes all kayaking equipment, expedition plan, logistics, maps and 2 nights B&B , on arrival and departure days (for trips starting on Milos).  We use Rainbow Lazer kayaks and Werner glass paddles.

Expedition Calendar
NB: Day-trips run on all other dates
Pre-requisites Total paddling days Price (euro) Date(2010) Places
available
Places
 remaining
Circumnavigation of Milos with Hadas
Circumnavigation of Milos with Rod
some paddling experience 5 430 May 23-29
Oct 04-08
8
8
6
8
Kimolos and Poliegos (new for 2010) some paddling experience 4 360 May 03-06 8 8
Western Crete experienced sea paddlers 8 700 Nov 10-17 7 7
Milos to Santorini (not in 2010) experienced sea paddlers 8 700 Apr 15-22, 2011 6 4
  • Other dates are possible, by request; minimum numbers apply, depending on season.
  • Interested persons should apply by e-mail, with a brief summary of their kayaking experience.
  • A deposit of 25% is required to secure a place.

Circumnavigation of Milos - 5 days kayaking, 4 nights camping, (self-catering), 2 nights B&B - 430 euro pp.

We aim is to circumnavigate Milos island, a distance of approximately 90km in 5 days.  Each day will involve 15-20 km paddling or about 4 hours.  There will be plenty of time to practice skills or a variety of out-of-kayak activities - snorkeling, climbing rocky islets, exploring historical and archaeological sites and relaxing on the beach. Nights will be spent wild camping on beaches. Some paddling experience required, though not necessary on the sea.

 Detailed notes     What to bring      Past Expeditioner's comments 
See photo's of past expeditions
Jun '08 | Oct '08 | Jun '09 | Oct '09 | more


Kimolos and Poliegos expedition (new for 2010) - 4 days kayaking, 3 nights camping, (self-catering), 2 nights B&B - 360 euro pp.

Explore the history and pristine coastline Milos' nearest neighbors.  Our four day expedition around both islands,  a distance of approximately 75km, starts and finishes at Pollonia on Milos. 

The crossing to Kimolos is one km from Milos.  The island mountainous and is mostly inaccessible by road   It has a population of 500 people, all living in a single village on the SE coast. 

Poliegos is the largest uninhabited island in the Aegean sea.  The western side comprises low rolling hills and long sandy beaches, in stark contrast to the eastern side of jagged peaks and huge, towering cliffs.  The crossing to Poliegos is 3km from Kimolos.

 Detailed notes     What to bring    Kimolos map   Poliegos map
See photos of Kimolos and Poliegos


Island Hopping expedition: Milos to Santorini -  8 day expedition , 7 nights camping (self-catering), 2 nights B&B in Milos.

A challenging expedition for experienced sea paddlers.  You must have enough stamina to paddle 25-30km per day, including open crossings of up to 24km; be comfortable paddling in strong wind and waves; and have good capsize prevention and recovery skills.

  • Total Distance = 150km

  • Longest crossing = 24km (about 4 hours)

  • When: Once per year, in April.

The aim of the expedition is to cross from Milos to Santorini, via the islands of Kimolos, Poliegos, Folegandros, Sikinos and Ios (see map).  The total distance is about 150km or about 20km per day.  We aim to camp near the crossing point each night, rise early and complete the crossing in the morning then spend the afternoons exploring the length of each island, at a leisurely pace. We will encounter restaurants and shops, for food and water, at least every second day.

Detailed notes    What to bring
Reviews of past Santorini expeditions: Apr '05 | May '06 | April '08 | April '09

 

Western Crete expedition - 8 days paddling, 7 nights wild camping (self-catering), ex Hania

Dominated by the Lefka Ori (the white mountains), the western part of Crete is the most spectacular and inaccessible part of the island. Highlights include crossing the "horns" of Crete; Elafonisi beach and inlet; the picturesque villages of Paleohora, Sougio, Loutro and Sfakion; and the Samaria gorge and national park.

  • Some sea kayaking experience required; You must have enough stamina to paddle up to 30km per day and be confident paddling in strong wind and waves

  • Total distance = 160km, 20km/day

Detailed notes    What to bring
Reviews of past expeditions March 2007 | November 2008

 

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