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Expedition
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Aim of the expedition We aim to circumnavigate Milos and Kimolos islands, a distance of approximately 120km, or about 17km per day. This equates to about 4 hours paddling per day, leaving plenty of time for exploring, skills practice, snorkelling, relaxing etc. Expedition plan The advertised dates comprises 7 full days for the expedition. The total distance is about 120km. This equates to about 17km/day in 7 days, or 20km/day in 6 days, in the case of a bad weather day. The start location and direction of travel will depend on the conditions on day one as well as the forecast. |
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Required paddling experience Some paddling experience is required, though not necessary on the sea. You should be comfortable with the idea of paddling in moderate wind and waves, as challenging conditions are likely on some days at least. Arrival and departure dates to/from Milos The advertised dates include 7 full paddling days. You must arrive in Milos on the day before the first paddling day (or earlier). You can book your departure from Milos the day after the last paddling day (or later). Camping Camping will be wild, on or near beaches. Most are remote and there will be no facilities, not even water. Tents are recommended as their is a possibility of rain and there will be a heavy due most nights. Most nights we will have a campfire. FoodThe expedition is self catering:- You must buy and prepare your own meals. Food for the first stage can be bought in Milos on your arrival day. Advice will be given on arrival day as to what is available and from where. There will be an opportunity to stock up every second or third day, therefore we can travel light and live well. An occasional restaurant meal is also an option (Greek salad and calamari for lunch?). Stoves and fuel Mentholated spirits, unleaded petrol, White gas (Kerosene) and camping gaz fuel are readily available. Coleman type screw on gas canisters, are not. I use a trangia with a mentholated spirit burner and have several available for loan, if required. Weather For a month by month comparison of weather statistics in the Cyclades see the Milos weather table. What to wear For paddling, shorts and a shirt will be sufficient on most days. A cagoule (waterproof jacket) may be required if its windy or overcast. Cold weather paddling gear, (wetsuits, drysuits, etc) are not required. See a complete packing list Maps Laminated A4 maps, will be provided. Skills development There will be a strong emphasis on development of personal and group expedition skills, in areas such as: expedition planning and safety; route planning and navigation; paddling in wind and waves from all directions; loading a sea kayak, and; Campcraft. Return to expeditions page | Go to home page www.seakayakgreece.com |
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