Kayaking and SUP Tour to Diaporos Island, Greece – 3 Days from Sofia

Spend three days exploring sheltered bays, turquoise water and beaches on a kayaking and SUP tour to Diaporos Island, Greece. This summer adventure combines paddling, swimming, time by the sea and camping, with return transport from Sofia included. Choose an Adventico voucher for one or two people, whether you are treating yourself or sharing the experience with someone close to you.

A small island with plenty to explore

Diaporos is a small Greek island with excellent opportunities for water-based adventures. The kayaking and SUP itinerary takes you to secluded turquoise coves and unspoilt beaches, with stops along the way as you explore the island's coastline. Across the three days, you will experience the sea from a kayak, a paddleboard and the beach, rather than simply watching it from the shore.

Day 1: from Sofia to Sithonia and your first paddle

The trip leaves Sofia early on Friday morning and heads towards Sithonia. After arrival and settling in, there is a short warm-up followed by a detailed briefing on paddling techniques. The group then sets off south towards the less accessible part of the peninsula.

This stretch of coast features numerous beaches, lagoons and rock formations, with suitable spots for diving and jumping into the sea. A short visit to Karydi Beach may also be included if the weather and the group's energy levels allow. This stop depends on conditions and how the group is feeling.

Day 2: the Blue Lagoon and the island circuit

The morning begins with breakfast, coffee and a swim. After a briefing, you paddle with the group towards the Blue Lagoon on the northeastern side of the island. There is time to enjoy the view over lunch and practise useful kayak skills, including getting back into a kayak from the water and techniques for dealing with a capsized kayak.

The route then heads towards Ormos Panagias. Here you can get a gyros or an ice cream, or cool down with a cold beer if you wish. Afterwards, you paddle back towards the island and complete the circuit. The day ends with a return to camp and time to relax on the beach beside it.

Day 3: SUP instruction and the journey home

After breakfast and a short warm-up, you learn how to paddle a stand-up paddleboard. You then take the boards out to sea and head to the island together, experiencing the water from a different perspective.

In the afternoon, everyone packs their belongings and equipment before the return journey to Bulgaria. Arrival in Sofia is late in the evening.

Who can take part

You do not need previous kayaking experience. The kayaks are two-seaters, with participants paired up in each boat. This is a shared group tour with other people who have signed up, so you may not know your fellow participants beforehand.

The experience is also suitable for children aged 12 and over. Anyone under 18 must take part with a parent. Each departure requires at least 6 participants and can accommodate a maximum of 16.

What is included

• Sea kayaks from the German brand Prijon and Aquadesign SUP boards.
• Kayaking equipment: paddle, buoyancy aid and spray deck.
• A tent, sleeping bag and sleeping mat, available on advance request.
• A kayaking and SUP instructor.
• A guide for the route.
• Medical insurance.
• Return transport between Sofia and Greece.

What you pay for separately

Campsite fees, food and personal expenses are not included. The campsite fee is paid locally. References to breakfast, coffee, lunch, gyros, ice cream and beer describe the itinerary and do not mean that meals or drinks are provided as part of the package.

Getting ready for the trip

One week before your reserved departure date, call the activity provider using the contact supplied for the experience to confirm the meeting point and departure time. If you do not have your own camping equipment, use this call to request a tent, sleeping bag and sleeping mat.

You must bring:

• Personal identification documents: your identity card.
• Water shoes and swimwear.
• Water and food.
• Any medication you consider necessary.
• Sunglasses and sunscreen.

Duration and the published 2026 schedule

The tour lasts 3 days and runs on predetermined dates. The provider's published schedule for 2026 lists:

• 29–31 May 2026.
• 26–28 June 2026.
• 17–19 July 2026.
• 7–9 August 2026.
• 21–23 August 2026.
• 11–13 September 2026.

These are the published 2026 dates, not confirmation of future departures or a reserved place.

Your voucher and the provider's cancellation condition

You can choose an Adventico voucher for one or two participants. The supplied information lists a validity date of 16 October 2027. Buying a voucher does not automatically confirm a booking for a particular departure.

The activity provider states that cancellation is free up to 72 hours before the reserved start time. This is the provider's condition for the activity and should not automatically be treated as Adventico's general policy for voucher cancellation or refunds.

The experience has a listed rating of 5.00 out of 5. Choose an Adventico voucher to give someone, or yourself, three days of sea adventures around Diaporos, with paddling, instruction and time to enjoy the island's sheltered bays.