Paddle from Riva Trigoso around Punta Manara on a guided two-hour sea kayak tour that opens hidden coves, seabird ledges, and accessible marine scenery for beginners. Learn local maritime history while enjoying sheltered stretches of the Gulf of Tigullio.
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The morning light hits the basalt cliffs and the sea answers with a cool push; you shove off from a small nautical base in Riva Trigoso and the coastline begins to read like a map—rocky promontories, small pebble coves, and scrubby maquis brushing the water’s edge.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for average fitness; participants should be able to sit and paddle for short bursts and manage gentle re-entry to a kayak.
Wildlife
History
This coastline was part of historic Genoese maritime routes; small fishing villages here evolved around protected coves and short coastal trade links.
Conservation
The area contains important seagrass (Posidonia) beds and sensitive shoreline habitats—avoid anchoring on seagrass, dispose of trash properly, and use reef-safe products.
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Timing for calm water
Book a morning launch when winds are typically lighter and the sea is flatter for easier paddling and clearer water.
Footwear and grip
Wear water shoes with a grippy sole—rocky launches and small cobble beaches require stable footing.
Hydration & sun protection
Bring a refillable water bottle and reef-safe sunscreen; reflections off the water intensify sun exposure.
Listen to the guide
Guides manage group spacing and choose sheltered lines; follow their instructions when rounding promontories or entering narrow coves.
Light waterproof jacket
Blocks morning spray and cool coastal breezes during early-season launches.
spring
Water shoes
Protect feet on rocky launches and provide good traction on wet surfaces.
summer
Refillable water bottle
Keeps you hydrated; tours are active and sunscreen increases fluid needs.
Reef-safe sunscreen and hat
Protects from intense sun reflected off the water during midday paddles.
summer