# Santa Caterina Sea Kayak > Puglia and Salento by kayak! ## Posts - [The best kayak tours in Salento](https://santacaterinaseakayak.com/en/best-kayak-tours-salento/): The best kayak tours in Salento To go by kayak in Salento is a wonderful experience! You can read the whole article or book a canoe rental or our guided sea kayak tours directly. POLIGNANO KAYAK TOUR DURATION: 2.5 hours DISTANCE: 2 km DIFFICULTY‘: very easy Read more… Our tour on the Adriatic side of Puglia. It is the most requested tour of all, along a stretch of coast full of caves. HIGHLIGHTS Lama Monachile bay Archbishop’s Cave Palazzese Cave stop and swim in the Ardito Cave noleggio non disponibile Edit Template Go PORTO SELVAGGIO KAYAK TOUR DURATION: 3 hours - [Canoe rental in Puglia and Salento](https://santacaterinaseakayak.com/en/canoe-rental-in-puglia-and-salento/): Canoe rental in Puglia and Salento Canoe rental is a must for those who love the sea and want to explore beautiful stretches of coastline. Kayaking and canoeing in Puglia is an extraordinary experience! You can read the full article or book our guided or self-guided excursions directly (rental). POLIGNANO KAYAK TOUR DURATION: 2.5 hours DISTANCE: 2 km DIFFICULTY‘: very easy Read more… Our tour on the Adriatic side of Puglia. It is the most requested tour of all, along a stretch of coast full of caves. HIGHLIGHTS Lama Monachile bay Archbishop’s Cave Palazzese Cave stop and swim in the Ardito - [The best kayak tours in Puglia](https://santacaterinaseakayak.com/en/best-kayak-tours-in-puglia/): The best kayak tours in Puglia To go by kayak in Puglia is a wonderful experience! You can read the whole article or book a canoe rental or our guided sea kayak tours directly. POLIGNANO KAYAK TOUR DURATION: 2.5 hours DISTANCE: 2 km DIFFICULTY‘: very easy Read more… Our tour on the Adriatic side of Puglia. It is the most requested tour of all, along a stretch of coast full of caves. HIGHLIGHTS Lama Monachile bay Archbishop’s Cave Palazzese Cave stop and swim in the Ardito Cave rental not available rental available Edit Template Go PORTO SELVAGGIO KAYAK TOUR DURATION: 3 hours - [Solar Panel for Sea Kayak: guide to components selection and installation](https://santacaterinaseakayak.com/en/solar-panel-for-sea-kayak/): Before starting with the description of the photovoltaic setup, I want to immediately clarify one thing: not everyone needs to install a solar panel on sea kayak to produce energy. The reasons are at least two. Nowadays, very large power-banks (even over 20,000 mah) are on the market at a low price, which can store enough energy to recharge all the electrical accessories that a kayaker brings with him during a trip, even for more days. Two or more of these power-banks can solve the problem of supplying electricity for long trips, even 4/5 days; Travels in areas so remote that you have no - [MOTORBOAT vs KAYAK: the best boat for tours along the coast](https://santacaterinaseakayak.com/en/motorboat-vs-kayak-the-best-boat-for-tours-along-the-coast/): motorboat vs kayak Motorboat vs kayak: what is the best type of boat to visit the coast during a tour? To answer this question it is necessary to make a necessary premise. To what extent are you willing to upset your way of thinking about the sea and holidays? I ask this question because years ago I asked myself the same question and the answer completely upset my existence. For the better, of course! The first boat experience In the summer of 1990, together with my family, I had a wonderful experience touring the Maddalena archipelago with a 3.75m aluminum boat. aluminum motorboat - [The 21 caves of Polignano a Mare](https://santacaterinaseakayak.com/en/the-21-caves-of-polignano-a-mare/): The 21 caves of Polignano a Mare You can read the whole article below or book our Polignano kayak tour to visit the most beautiful caves by kayak. POLIGNANO KAYAK TOUR DURATION: 2.5 hours DISTANCE: 2 km DIFFICULTY‘: very easy Read more… Our tour on the Adriatic side of Puglia. It is the most requested tour of all, along a stretch of coast full of caves. HIGHLIGHTS Lama Monachile bay Archbishop’s Cave Palazzese Cave stop and swim in the Ardito Cave rental not available Edit Template Go Edit Template A visit to the caves of Polignano a Mare is a ## Pages - [Home-en new](https://santacaterinaseakayak.com/en/home-en-new/): Santa Caterina Sea Kayak Puglia and Salento by kayak! Santa Caterina Sea Kayak Puglia and Salento by kayak! Sea kayak courses and tours in Puglia and Salento Santa Caterina Sea Kayak: Puglia and Salento by kayak carries out courses and guided sea kayak tours  (the oldest and most performing type of canoe) along the coasts of Puglia and in particular along the beautiful coast of Salento. The tours are guided by qualified technicians of the Italian Canoe and Kayak Federation. Destinations the map of the places where our kayak tours take place in Puglia and Salento Puglia is one of the most beautiful regions in - [Blog-en](https://santacaterinaseakayak.com/en/blog-en/): Blog Tours The best kayak tours in Salento Tours Canoe rental in Puglia and Salento Tours The best kayak tours in Puglia Technique Solar Panel for Sea Kayak: guide to components selection and installation Tours MOTORBOAT vs KAYAK: the best boat for tours along the coast Tours The 21 caves of Polignano a Mare - [cookie policy-en](https://santacaterinaseakayak.com/en/cookie-policy-en/): Cookie Policy Privacy PolicyLast Updated On 24-Oct-2025Effective Date 24-Oct-2025 This Privacy Policy describes the policies of Santa Caterina Sea Kayak, Viale degli Ulivi 11, BA 70033, Italy, email: marco.garbetta@gmail.com, phone: 3204923730 on the collection, use and disclosure of your information that we collect when you use our website ( https://santacaterinaseakayak.com ). (the “Service”). By accessing or using the Service, you are consenting to the collection, use and disclosure of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not consent to the same, please do not access or use the Service. We may modify this Privacy Policy at - [Foto Escursioni-en](https://santacaterinaseakayak.com/en/tours-pictures/): Tours pictures Click on the date of your trip and open the Google Photo album link. If you don’t see the link, it’s because the album isn’t ready yet. Usually in the same day we are able to upload the photos but it can happen that it takes longer. - [Corso di kayak PAGAIA AZZURRA SK2-en](https://santacaterinaseakayak.com/en/pagaia-azzurra-sk2-kayak-course/): PAGAIA AZZURRA SK2 kayak course The PAGAIA AZZURRA SK2 kayak course is an intermediate course to learn how to conduct a kayak safely in shallow water and is thought for those who already have experience in kayaking but want to perfect the technique in most demanding marine weather conditions. Lessons also include an introduction to environmental knowledge (coastal habitats, Parks and Marine Protected Areas), thus giving the sensation of an excursion experience. With the National Pagaia Azzurra Level 2 certification, recognized by the EPP (Euro Paddle Pass), you will acquire knowledge, skills and self-confidence necessary to maneuver a sea kayak while being part of a guided group during a navigation lasting at least 2 hours in conditions up to light - [Escursioni in kayak-en](https://santacaterinaseakayak.com/en/kayak-tours/): Kayak tours The tours in Puglia and Salento that we offer are suitable for everyone: from beginners to experienced kayakers. If you’ve never kayaked or canoeed before, don’t despair. Almost all our tours are also suitable for beginners. In fact, these are tours for the most part along a very short but fascinating coastal route, where you can learn how to paddle and drive the kayak while having fun and observing the coast. If you are not a beginner and have already paddled other times, you could consider making other longer and more challenging tours with your kayak. We wrote two article s that can - [Corsi di kayak-en](https://santacaterinaseakayak.com/en/kayak-courses/): Sea kayak courses Santa Caterina Sea Kayak is also a sea kayak (the oldest and most high-performance type of canoe) school, with qualified instructors from FICK, the Italian Canoe and Kayak Federation , able to issue certifications recognized in the countries adhering to the Euro Paddle Pass ( Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, England, Ireland, Italy, Norway, Slovenia, Sweden) Edit Template Edit Template - [Regala un'escursione in kayak-en](https://santacaterinaseakayak.com/en/kayak-tour-gift-vouchers/): Kayak tour gift vouchers If you are looking for a new and original gift idea, perhaps for a person who loves the sea , we have the one that’s right for you!Santa Caterina Sea Kayak gives the opportunity to purchase a gift voucher valid for a kayak tour . The gift voucher consists of a code to be redeemed when booking the excursion and can be viewed on the digital Gift Card that you will give to the person celebrating. Gift Vouchers After receiving the gift card, the recipient of the gift will be able to conveniently decide the date and time of - [Marco Garbetta-en](https://santacaterinaseakayak.com/en/marco-garbetta-en/): Marco Garbetta Who I am I am from Puglia. My passion for kayaking was born in the summer of 2011. I decided to visit the coast of the Gulf of Policastro staying in a campsite near Castrocucco, but I had no idea how I could do it. After several internet searches I bought the Bic Ouassou, a small polyethylene sit on top kayak  240cm long and almost 80cm wide: a bathub rather than a canoe! At the campsite every morning I went down to the water with the canoe and stayed there until sunset, covering a maximum of 10 km. I - [Equipaggiamento-en](https://santacaterinaseakayak.com/en/equipment/): Equipment Kayak Our kayak park consists of brand new yellow polyethylene sea kayaks. They are equipped with watertight lockers at the bow and stern. On deck there are perimeter lines to maintain contact with the kayak when in the water. We then have comb footrests and padded seats, for a more comfortable seat. Specifically, kayaks are: Single kayak Single kayak Rainbow Oasis 4.25 Expedition, suitable for people of any size. Double kayak Double kayak Rainbow Oasis Twin Expedition, suitable for small and medium sized people. Double kayak big Double kayak Rainbow Oasis Twin Max, suitable for medium and large sized people. Single kayak Single kayak Rainbow Oasis 4.25 Expedition, suitable - [Escursione in kayak a Leuca-en](https://santacaterinaseakayak.com/en/leuca-kayak-tour/): Leuca kayak tour Leuca kayak tour with stop, swimming and speleological trek in cave! rental not available Edit Template Viator 44 reviews 0 Airbnb 4 reviews 0 GetYourGuide 14 reviews 0 Booking 6 reviews 0 Edit Template The Leuca kayak tour is a tour along the last stretch of the ionian coast of Salento. It is suitable for those who have never gone kayaking. Included in the price is the SEA KAYAK COURSE FOR BEGINNERS guided by a 2nd level sea kayak instructor of the Italian Canoe and Kayak Federation. INFO DURATION: 3 hours DISTANCE: 5 km DIFFICULTY: easy Description Leuca kayak tour On - [Corso di kayak PAGAIA AZZURRA SK1-en](https://santacaterinaseakayak.com/en/pagaia-azzurra-sk1-kayak-course/): PAGAIA AZZURRA SK1 kayak course The PAGAIA AZZURRA SK1 kayak course is thought for those who want to learn the basic techniques to maneuver a sea kayak in safety. Aim of the course is to acquire the basic skills and nowledge necessary to maneuver at sea in calm or smooth wind conditions (Beaufort Force 0-1) and calm or almost calm sea (Sea State 0-1). DESCRIPTION The course consists of a theoretical part, and a practical part in water. Both the course and the exam is held by the federal sea kayak instructor Marco Garbetta. STARTING TIME: to be agreed LOCATION: to - [Corso di avviamento al kayak-en](https://santacaterinaseakayak.com/en/kayak-course-beginners/): Kayak course for beginners The sea kayak course for beginners was born from the need to teach the fundamentals of sea kayaking to those who have never been in a kayak or to those who want to improve their skills to make them suitable for the typical distances of sea tours. The course is carried out at the same time as our tours. To overcome the common fear of being stuck in the kayak following a capsize, we thought of a course that would teach the student the technique of managing the kayak without using a spray skirt. Thus facilitating - [Escursione in kayak a Porto Selvaggio-en](https://santacaterinaseakayak.com/en/porto-selvaggio-kayak-tour/): Porto Selvaggio kayak tour Porto Selvaggio kayak tour with stop, cliff diving and full immersion in cold springs! rental not available rental available Edit Template Viator 227 reviews 0 Airbnb 56 reviews 0 GetYourGuide 25 reviews 0 Booking 15 reviews 0 Edit Template Porto Selvaggio kayak tour is our most popular tour, not physically demanding and therefore suitable for those who have never gone kayaking. Included in the price is the SEA KAYAK COURSE FOR BEGINNERS guided by a 2nd level sea kayak instructor of the Italian Canoe and Kayak Federation. INFO DURATION: 3 hours DISTANCE: 5 km DIFFICULTY: easy Description PORTO SELVAGGIO KAYAK TOUR - [Escursione in kayak a Polignano-en](https://santacaterinaseakayak.com/en/polignano-kayak-tour/): Polignano kayak tour Polignano kayak tour with stop and swimming in cave! rental not available Edit Template Viator 126 reviews 0 Airbnb 65 reviews 0 GetYourGuide 11 reviews 0 Booking 6 reviews 0 Edit Template The POLIGNANO A MARE kayak tour is our tour along the Puglia adriatic coast, not physically demanding and therefore also suitable for those who have never gone kayaking. Included in the price is the SEA KAYAK COURSE FOR BEGINNERS guided by a 2nd level sea kayak instructor of the Italian Canoe and Kayak Federation. INFO DURATION: 2.5 hours DISTANCE: 2 km DIFFICULTY: very easy Description POLIGNANO KAYAK TOUR - [Meteo-en](https://santacaterinaseakayak.com/en/weather-forecast/): Weather Forecast Trips are usually possible with: wind blowing from land bft ≤ 5 wind blowing from sea bft ≤ 3 N.B. “bft” is the acronym for Beaufort Wind Force and is indicated in the forecasts below Polignano Porto Selvaggio Leuca - [Prenotazione escursioni-en](https://santacaterinaseakayak.com/en/tours-booking/): Tours booking with or without guide (rental only) Click on the tab for the tour you are interested in and proceed with the booking. Payment can be made with a PayPal account or directly by card. Payment by card (without PayPal account) Click on “Pay with PayPal” button even if you do not have a PayPal account. You will then be given the option to pay by card. Guided tours useful Informations At least 24 hours before departure you can get 100% refunded if you cancel your booking or free modification of the reservation. Children (6-11) must show Identification Document before departure. The experience - [FAQ-en](https://santacaterinaseakayak.com/en/faq-en/): FAQ – Rules GUIDED TOURS Our Guided tours Rules and the answer to the most common questions that are addressed to us. 01) How to book and pay Tours can be booked directly on the website. Payment is made in the same time with Paypal, Debit or Credit Card. 02) Refund policy about cancellation by customer There is a 100% refund only in case of cancellation by the customer at least 24 hours in advance. Any cancellation made less than 24 hours in advance from the date of the tour does not entitle you to a refund or credit and the entire [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)