Getting into this vessel is incredibly exciting, and don't worry if you've never done it before. Leave your insecurities behind and enjoy! An instructor will explain how to use the equipment and handle the kayak, so all you need to do is let yourself be carried away by the adventure.
If you're already experienced or have practised this water sport before, you can choose from several exciting options:
Flatwater Kayaking
Ideal for beginners, as it allows you to build confidence and adapt to the vessel. You'll get familiar with the equipment, and experience will come naturally:
- River Kayak - this type of kayak is short and flat, with lightness being one of its main advantages. It's important to note that good physical condition is required to handle it.
- Slalom Kayak - features safety handles for peace of mind and has relatively large dimensions (must be at least 3.50 metres long)
When you gain experience, tackling whitewater becomes an indescribable adventure - best experienced firsthand! Italy has various rivers with rapids perfect for kayaking - what are you waiting for?
These kayaks are shorter because their purpose isn't speed but greater manoeuvrability. Don't forget your helmet and life jacket - safety should always come first.
- Freestyle - relax and perform all the manoeuvres you know. Using an extremely short kayak allows you to perform aerial tricks by submerging the bow and using the rebound.
- Downriver - one of the most popular disciplines, where you'll experience incredible thrills and adrenaline rushes. Exciting, right? Remember, you'll want to be first to finish - organising a race with friends adds even more fun to the activity.
- Extreme - speed is crucial, especially considering the significant elevation changes in this discipline. This type of kayaking carries risks, so being well-trained and taking proper precautions is essential.
- Slalom - an Olympic category where you must navigate through gates in a specific order and correct manner, completing the course as quickly as possible without penalties.
Considering this form of active tourism is highly recommended. We guarantee that practising a sport different from what most Italians typically do is much more exciting.
