Kayaking Drenia Islands from Uranopolis

Paddle to six untouched islands and anchor at a beach with a lagoon

Sea kayaking excursion from Uranopolis to the Drenia Islands, a cluster of six islets two miles offshore in Halkidiki. You paddle a sit-on-top kayak with a BCU-certified guide, make a first stop to explore, then reach the main beach where you swim and rest before paddling back. Hotel pickup and all equipment are included. The trip runs five to six hours.

The experience

The day starts with pickup from your hotel in a minivan, then a short equipment briefing at the launch point. You'll get a kayaking lesson covering paddle technique and safety before the group pushes off toward the islands. The crossing takes you across open water to Drenia, the largest island, where you make your first stop to explore the coastline. From there the route continues around the cluster, passing smaller islets like Tiganaki, Pena, Fryni and Gaidouronisi: each one rocky and undeveloped, with hidden beaches and a small lagoon formed by protective rocks.

The main beach has two beach bars where the group stops for the longest stretch of the day. You can swim in the shallow water, drink coffee, eat the included Greek salad and snacks, and rest before the return paddle. A BCU Coach guides the whole trip and adjusts the pace and route based on how the group is moving and what conditions allow. Water, fruit, energy cookies, juice and homemade Greek salad are provided. First aid and liability insurance are included, and emergency assistance is on standby.

Children over ten can join if they have moderate fitness. The kayak, life jacket, dry bag and hat (if needed) are all supplied. If you don't have your own travel and health insurance, you can add it at checkout: recommended for water activities.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup in a minivan.
• kayak, life jacket, dry bag and hat.
• a BCU-certified guide for the full five to six hours.
• water, fruit, energy cookies, juice and homemade Greek salad.
• first aid kit and liability insurance.
• emergency assistance.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00Last departure this season: 30 Nov

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AgesAdult (18 to 70 years) · Child (10 to 12 years) · Under 10: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 20 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Carduus Outdoor Activities

Is this one for you?The five to six hour commitment means you can kayak in the morning or afternoon and still have time for another activity or meal elsewhere in Halkidiki the same day. If you want a full-day immersion with no other plans, this fits that too: the guide adjusts the pace and stops based on the group's energy.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (10 to 12 years). Children under 10 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How far is it from Uranopolis to the Drenia Islands?

The islands sit two miles off the coast of Uranopolis, east of Ammouliani. The crossing is the first part of the paddle after your equipment briefing.

What happens at the main beach where you stop?

The main beach has two beach bars and is where the group spends the longest time. You can swim in the shallow water, eat the included Greek salad and snacks, drink coffee or juice, and rest before paddling back.

Do I need kayaking experience to join?

No experience is required. The guide gives a short lesson on paddle technique and safety before you start, and adjusts the pace to match the group's ability.

What's included in the price?

Hotel pickup, kayak, life jacket, dry bag, hat if needed, a BCU-certified guide, water, fruit, energy cookies, juice, Greek salad, first aid and liability insurance are all included.