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Expedition
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Expedition plan The aim of the expedition is to circumnavigate western Crete, form Hania on the north coast to Sfakion on the south coast, via the Rodopos and Gramvousa peninsulas (see map). The total distance is about 160km. This equates to about 20km/day in 8 days, however bad weather days will make it necessary to increase the daily mileage. |
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Required paddling experienceThis expedition is for strong and competent paddlers who would like to enjoy the experience of an extended sea trip, including an open crossing of 15km. Experience of specialist sea kayaks is essential. To join us you should be:
Our around Milos expedition, six day-trip package or intermediate course, on Milos, will provide excellent preparation for this expedition.Logistics I will travel to Crete by ferry with my car and kayaks, on the Friday night. We will meet in Hania , at 10am on Saturday November 8. After we meet we will decide a plan of action. Plan A is to offload the boats into the Harbour, stock up on supplies and begin paddling. If strong northerly winds make this plan unfeasible then we will travel by car to an alternative location. Plan B would be to start at Sfakion, and attempt the expedition in reverse. Plan C, if strong northerly winds are likely to persist, could be to start at Falisarna on the west coast and continue south, thereby missing the Rodopos and Gramvousa peninsulas. The expedition will end on the Saturday afternoon; I will then recover my car from the starting location and return to where we finish the expedition. On Sunday morning the 16th we will return to Hania by mid-day. Your arrival and departure dates to/from Hania The advertised dates include 8 full paddling days. We will meet at the Eastern end of the Hania Harbour, near the Apostolis Taverna at 10am on Saturday November 8. We will return to Hania, by car on the morning of the 16th. You can book your departure anytime after mid-day on Sunday the 16th. It is recommend that you spend a day or more in Hania, either before or after the expedition, as it is quite a nice place! 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. We will most likely spend the final night (Saturday 15th) in a hotel, allow 25 euro pp. FoodThe expedition is self catering:- You must buy and prepare your own meals. You are welcome to bring some food from home if you wish, however I suggest we buy most of the food, and especially water, after we meet in Hania and have decided on a plan. If we need to relocate to an alternative location, then the less we have to carry the better. We will buy 2-3 days worth of supplies at a time as we will be able to restock. Meals in seaside towns or beachside Tavernas are a possibility. Stoves and fuel Mentholated spirits, 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. Crete will be slightly warmer, if anything. 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, etc) are not required. See a complete packing list Maps Laminated A4 maps at various scales, will be provided. Return to expeditions page | Go to home page www.seakayakgreece.com |
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