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Kayak tour to the sea caves of Leuca

From Ciardo bay towards the Tre Porte, right under the cliffs.

What you do

At Leuca the cliffs drop straight into the sea and are riddled with openings. From a kayak you see them up close, at water level, with an environmental guide who knows this stretch of coast well.

You set off from Ciardo bay and paddle towards the Tre Porte. Along the way you pass the Grotta del Drago, the Grotta degli Innamorati, the Grotta della Stalla and the Grotta del Fiume. It is a trip of rock and caves, nothing like a gentle paddle in a lagoon.

A single or double kayak, life jacket, dry bag and insurance are included. Food and drinks are not, so pack water and something to eat.

By bike

Leuca is where Salento ends, and reaching it by bike gives the whole trip a proper finish line. If you are riding a route down the coast, the kayak makes a great break: the bike stays on shore, locked with the lock provided, while you swap the saddle for a paddle.

You can collect the bike for free in Lecce, San Foca or Calimera. If you are staying near Leuca, I can deliver it to your accommodation for a surcharge based on distance. Either way I will prepare a self-guided route with GPX and roadbook, or you can rest the bike that day and focus on the sea.

Nearby bike routes, with GPX track

Frequently asked questions

Are there any requirements?
You need to be able to swim. The maximum weight allowed is 90 kg.
Which caves will I see?
The route runs from Ciardo bay towards the Tre Porte and takes in the Grotta del Drago, the Grotta degli Innamorati, the Grotta della Stalla and the Grotta del Fiume.
How much is it?
I give you the price in your tailored quote, together with bikes and route. No online payment.
How long is it and in which language?
It runs on request. I will include the length, time and available languages in the quote for your date.
Can children come?
Tell me how old they are and whether they can swim. I will give you an answer in the quote before confirming.
How do I book?
Send me the date and the number of people. I will put together a tailored quote with kayak, bike and route. No online payment.

Add it to your trip

The final cost comes in a tailored quote, together with bikes and route. There is no online payment.

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