Sea Kayak Italy's Cilento Coast

A great experience. The conditions were pretty challenging the first couple of days (steady winds of 10 to 15 mph, with gusts nearing 28 mph). Antonello made a real effort to work out logistics for a change in plan but in the end succeeded in helping me overcome my trepidation, for which I’m grateful. Antonello and Moaro were both knowledgeable in the history, geography and ornithology of the region, which is fascinating. Our meals were delicious and convivial; we all bonded nicely.

The trip was amazing, the coast was stunning and the accommodations were excellent, but it was our guides, Antonello and Mauro that made the trip extra special! Antonello was very knowledgable of the rich history and lore. He is an expert kayaker and took us to secluded beaches and caves. Mauro always kept a watchful eye and helped me feel safe. The conditions in October were very blustery, with strong winds and huge waves. I would not recommend this trip in October for a beginner.

Antonello was a great guide, really professional and very good at explaining the history and environment. The Cilento coast was fantastic to see with some amazing local food throughout. Would absolutely recommend.

This was a thoroughly enjoyable 5 day trip and highly recommended. First thing to say it is probably not for beginner kayakers: I had done the Sardinia trip with MBA and this one was a bit more challenging, the seas were a bit more choppy, the distances travelled were a bit longer , and you had to get from one destination to the other each day. It was a step up from the Sardinian trip from an adventure point of view too and that was excellent. We had a small group, the dynamic was good and Antonello pitched each day just about right for us. We spent the first day probably finding our ‘kayak legs’ up and down the coast then the sea adventures really began with beautiful bays , magnificent cliffs, and lots of cave adventures. The day was planned by our guide , I think he got our breaks and lunch stops just right ( that might not be so easy with a bigger group) and we were just ready to hang up our paddles by 4 pm of each day. I kayaked in conditions that were slightly challenging at times but felt fully safe and enjoyed it all, the cave exploring we did was brilliant. We stayed in a range of accommodation from the medieval B+B on the hillside which was fantastic, to quite posh hotels. The restaurants we ate in gave us an authentic taste of that region especially the local marracuoccio restaurant in Camerota ( thanks to Antonello for suggesting and sorting). We had good lunches, again Antonello asked us what we wanted to eat, and when. I Was slightly anxious about making my way own back by train to Naples at the end of the trip but it all worked out smoothly; the first B&B at Pisciotta is quite a hike up steps from the coast which caught us by surprise when we first arrived but probably worth it when you experienced the medieval apartment and sampled the views and we did get the local ‘motorised scooter taxi’ up the hill when returning from the marina.

What a great trip in a truly beautiful part of the world. We were blessed with great weather but a bit windy and bumpy for some paddling stretches. Loved exploring the coves and caves which definitely adds interest to kayaking long stretches. Enjoyed moving from one place to the next and our luggage was always waiting for us at the new hotel, although next time I will try harder not to overpack! Antonello is a great guide, fun, knowledgeable about the local area and I felt very safe in his hands. Really enjoyed spending time with him.

This stretch of coastline is just WOW: turquoise water, sandy bays, soaring limestone cliffs, sea caves (many accessible by kayak) and sea stacks. We had a wonderful time and our guides - Antonello and Mauro - were exceptional (including helping those of us with dodgy knees to enter and exit our kayaks!). We stayed at some great places (a converted olive mill, a beautiful boutique guest house), with gargantuan breakfasts, and plenty of pizza and pasta for lunch and dinner. And one evening - in Marina di Camerota - we got to try traditional 'maracuoccio' (the polenta of the south). All in all, highly recommended - and we'll certainly be booking future trips with Much Better Adventures.

An unforgettable adventure A fantastic group of people from all over the world experienced the coastal highlights of beautiful Cilento. Starting from the charming medieval village of Pisciotta to the stunning cliffs, grottos and caves of Palinuro. Sandy beaches of Marina di Camerota, it really is a glorious way to see Cilento. Highlights were the group dinners, relaxing and reminiscing about each day at beach cafes along the way. Making friends Swimming in crystal clear waters, could even see the fish! Staying in comfortable hotels, the best part was my luggage magically arriving at each destination 😊 I have kayaked in many places and this is by far my favourite for stunning scenery and character villages to explore each day. Peters knowledge of the area is extensive For ultimate enjoyment, I reccomend for confident kayakers that have experienced coastal paddling before. The whats app group was great for connecting with everyone and sharing photos from the trip.

This was a well-organised, relaxing adventure, along some of the beautiful coastline of the Cilento National park. Peter, our local guide, was so knowledgable about the culture, history and environment of the area. He had a wonderful network of local contacts in all the towns we visited and was full of good tips for us to explore during our free time. The accommodation on the trip was excellent and we felt that the accommodation & the guiding meant that the trip was excellent value for the price we paid. The group we kayaked with were absolutely lovely, like-minded people. We were a variety of ages from 20's through to 70's and pretty-much everyone had previous kayaking experience. All-in-all this was a wonderful experience and I would recommend it to people that enjoy being active, have some kayaking experience and love to meet new people.

Beautiful area with amazing people. This was a good adventure with an amazing group of travellers from all of the world. Given the nature of local are and the Mediterranean Sea I would not recommend this trip for beginners. I have been sea kayaking before and there were times the water currents/waves were tricky to negotiate.

As written below this was a super trip and all ended well…but with reservations linked to safety and difficulty level. You’ll get better photos than mine from other group members…!