A 2-hour tour in a transparent kayak through the Cabo de Gata Natural Park
Highlights
- Marvel at the seabed in real time thanks to the 100% transparent design of your two-seater kayak
- Explore coves that are inaccessible by land and discover the park’s fascinating geological and volcanic history
- Immerse yourself in the protected nature reserve during a fun 20-minute snorkelling stop
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Why Freedome
Cancelación gratuita
Te devolvemos el dinero, pero nos da pena que te pierdas el planazo.
Precio mínimo garantizado
El mismo precio que reservando directamente. Sin comisiones.
Operadore de confianza
Si no nos fiamos de ellos, no te los recomendaremos a tí.
Asistencia los 7 días
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Full description
If you’re fed up with paddling whilst staring at the horizon and missing out on all the wonderful things happening beneath your feet, it’s time to hop aboard a vessel that is, quite literally, an open window onto the seabed.
Discover Cabo de Gata-Níjar from a unique perspective. During this 2-hour group tour, you’ll paddle aboard a fully transparent two-person kayak that will allow you to admire the protected flora, fauna and seabed in ways you’ve never imagined before. Guided by professionals, you’ll paddle along the coastline to spot fish and octopuses, explore coves inaccessible by land and enjoy a 20-minute stop for some snorkelling.
A relaxed, fun adventure suitable for everyone!
What we will do
We’ll meet at the agreed time at the meeting point on San José beach, in Níjar, in the heart of the Cabo de Gata Natural Park. After a welcome from the team, we’ll put on our lifejackets and get ready for a brief theoretical introduction. We’ll spend the first 10 minutes on a crash course in paddling and environmental awareness to learn how to handle the kayak and understand the value of the protected area we’re about to visit.
We’ll climb into the transparent kayaks to set off on a very relaxed and leisurely paddle along the Almeria coastline. We’ll always paddle no more than 20 metres from the shore – the perfect distance for spotting the seabed through the kayak’s transparent hull, where we’ll learn to identify the reserve’s wildlife, such as octopuses, starfish and schools of fish. Depending on the wind conditions on the day, we’ll take one of the two routes designed by the guides: the Lava Route (San José – Cueva del Tabaco – Cala Higuera – Return) or the Cala Catedral Route (San José Bay – Piedra Gálvez – Castillo – Cala Catedral – Los Genoveses Beach) . During the trip, the instructors will make stops in the water to provide us with fascinating geological, biological and historical explanations about the park, always with the backing of a support boat.
We’ll stop for a refreshing swim halfway through the trip. We’ll enjoy a break of around 20 minutes to swim and snorkel using the goggles and snorkels provided by our guide. After exploring the seabed, we’ll take up our paddles again to complete the coastal tour, finally returning to the starting point at San José beach, where we’ll say goodbye to the team after a 2-hour trip in total.
Who it is aimed at
Suitable for everyone. No previous experience is required.
You do not need to be able to swim to take part, as life jackets must be worn by all participants throughout the trip.
The minimum age to take part is 2 years. All children must be accompanied by an adult in the two-person kayak.
The maximum permitted weight limit is 180 kg per kayak (shared between the two occupants) .
For safety reasons, this activity is not suitable for pregnant women or for people with serious heart conditions or severe diabetes not under medical supervision; in all these cases, as well as if you suffer from any chronic condition, you must notify us before booking.
People in wheelchairs or with reduced mobility must contact us in advance so that we can assess the accessibility of the beach and the feasibility of boarding.
Pets are not permitted on board.
Other information
The activity takes place all year round, weather and sea conditions permitting.
The trip is confirmed with a minimum of 2 people and a maximum of 20 participants (10 double kayaks) .
In the area around San José Beach, you’ll find both paid and free parking areas. If you’d rather not drive, the meeting point is served by public bus routes running from Almería city centre.
Public toilet facilities are only available on the beach itself during the summer season. For this reason, it is essential to arrive already wearing your swimwear.
You can leave your rucksacks and valuables safely secured in the boot of the organisers’ vehicles before entering the water.
Recommended clothing
- Swimsuit (already on)
- Lightweight T-shirt (preferably a technical T-shirt or one made of Lycra to protect against chafing from the vest)
- Water shoes or water boots
Don't forget to bring
- Cap or visor
- Sun cream
- Water bottle
What is included
How it works
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Send a booking request
We will only pre-authorise the payment
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Receive confirmation within 48 hours
In case of confirmation, you will be charged the cost of the activity
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
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Buy a gift voucher
Valid for 12 months from the date of issue. You will receive it by email, in pdf format.
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Choose your preferred date
Contact the guide at the contact details on the voucher and arrange a day for the activity.
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
Meeting point
San José, Almería
Frequently asked questions
What happens in case of bad weather?
If you have made a fixed date reservation and the weather conditions are not suitable for carrying out the activity safely (according to the expert opinion of the guide), you will be refunded the full amount paid. The guide may suggest an alternative date or time for the activity. You are free to choose whether or not to accept these suggestions. If you are unable to reschedule, we will proceed with a full refund! If you have set the date of your Gift Voucher and bad weather has prevented the activity from taking place, the Voucher remains valid until the expiry date indicated on it.
If I cancel the reservation, can I get a full refund?
For this activity, the cancellation policy is very flexible. You get a full refund if you cancel within 48 hours from the activity start. You can find the full policies in the Cancellation Policy section.
What payment methods do you accept?
On Freedome, you can pay with any rechargeable credit card or prepaid card (including Postepay) from Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB networks. We also accept debit cards enabled for online payments. You can also use the digital wallets Apple Pay and Google Pay.
