Gdansk: Winter Kayaking Tour
Old Town, Gdansk, Gdansk
Discover the beauty of Gdansk on a winter kayaking tour on the Motlawa river. See the shipyard, the Old Town, and the islands of Olowianka and Granary, as you paddle around in protective gear.
This kayaking tour on the Motława River and Radunia Canal in Gdansk suits adventurers aged 15 and above who can swim and communicate in English.
Highlights
- Experience kayaking through Gdansk during the quiet winter season
- See the well-preserved, colorful apartment blocks in the Old Town
- Navigate the twists of the Motława River and Radunia Canal
- Stay warm with high-quality protective drysuits and paddle muffles
- View iconic Gdansk sights from the water, including medieval granaries
Description
Explore Gdansk’s waterways on a guided kayaking tour equipped with drysuits, life jackets, and paddle muffles to protect against the cold. Begin by meeting your guide, donning your gear, and boarding a tandem kayak fitted with a spray skirt to keep out water. Paddle along the Motława River, passing the green cranes of the shipyard and the colorful Old Town buildings.
Continue along the Radunia Canal, encountering romantic vistas and historic sites like the restored red-brick granaries on Olowianka and Granary Island. Cruise under the Olowianka Footbridge and enjoy a hot chocolate break before returning to the starting point.
Bookings are accepted for participants aged 15 and older; those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. The tour runs rain or shine and requires basic swimming ability and English communication skills.
Includes
- Experienced guide
- Waterproof bag
- Tandem kayaks and paddles
- Paddle muffles and spray skirts
- Life jacket
- Drysuit and boots
- Hot chocolate break
Excludes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food
Important Information
- The tour runs regardless of rain; dangerous weather will result in cancellation and full refund or rescheduling
- Not recommended for participants with serious medical conditions
- Maximum weight limit: 110 kg
- Participants must be able to swim and communicate in English
- Notify in advance for vegan or lactose-free hot chocolate (prepared with soy milk)
- Remove all jewelry (bracelets, watches, earrings, rings) before wearing the drysuit
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
Book this tour during the winter for fewer crowds. Dress for cold weather and bring a swimwear base layer for comfort inside the drysuit.
