Huck Finn one day trip
Sea Kayaking Kolocep
For kayakers and divers, Kolocep is the most interesting of 13 Elafiti Islands. Discover its blue caves, impressive cliffs and reefs, sandy beaches, romantic villages and pleasant walks. You won’t encounter cars, only calm atmosphere ideal for relaxing vacations. The trip is perfect for families with children but also those who want to explore unspoilt nature and relax in a quiet surrounding without traffic noise.
We use two-person sit-on-top kayaks with optional child seat which are easy and safe to navigate. No previous kayaking experience is needed. Even children from 8 years old accompanied by parents can participate.
This excursion is a part of our multi-day trip Sea kayaking Dubrovnik and Adventure Sailing.
2013 prices and departure dates
Program & Gear List
Contact for booking
How to get there
Reviews
2013 PRICELIST
Prices: 47 € per person (350 Kuna)
Child discount: 50% for children under 12 years
Included: guide, transfer, use of equipment, insurance.
Optional lunch: lunch from 10 € per person. You can make reservations for lunch before we start the trip.
Discount: for 20 persons booked, 1 ticket is for free. Additional discount 1,5€ (10 Kuna) per persons for groups of 35 people and more.
DEPARTURE DATES
April-October: Mondays and Thursdays
Other days on request. The kayaking is possible every day of the week for a minimum of 6 people.
Please check the availability for certain dates before planning the excursion by contacting us
CANCELLATIONS
In the unlikely case of extreme weather conditions Huck Finn Adventure Travel will reschedule the activity for a day or two prior or after the date booked, if possible. If the change is not possible, the payments will be refunded in full.
All client's cancellations must be in writing - by email or fax.
Cancellation charges per person (percentage of total price):
- 8 or more days prior to arrival 0%
- 2-7 days prior to arrival 50%
- 1 day prior to arrival or no show 100%
Program & Gear List
Transfer by boat or ferry from Dubrovnik to Kolocep Island. It takes up to 30 minutes to get from Dubrovnik harbour to Kolocep.
Here on the sandy beach we will board the kayaks and start our journey. You will surely be impressed by the dramatic scenery with hidden dark caves, high cliffs and colorful reefs. We will explore the silent underwater world in one of its most interesting spots and have a rest on the beach.
Walk through Gornje Celo and Donje Celo, well preserved romantic Mediterranean villages, and along high cliffs. Lunch will be offered in the bay Gornje Celo in a family run restaurant just by the sea.
Kolocep has more than 250 sunny days a year. Clear waters surrounding the island range from deep blue to turquoise aqua. The island’s flora includes stands of tall pine and olive groves.
Equipment: We use professional sit-on-top kayaks with 2 seats and a 3rd one in the middle for children. You will get a dry bag for personal items (camera, drinks, etc.), a life jacket, a paddle and snorkel gear.
Things to bring with you: shorts or bathing suit, T-shirt and sandals (or sport shoes), towel, sun cream, water.
Huck Finn is not responsible for the loss or damage of your personal items.
PROGRAM
10.25 Arrival on Kolocep island – you will get the equipment and first kayaking instructions
10.45 Start of the kayaking around Kolocep island
13.30 Stop for optional lunch in Gornje Celo bay
16.00 End in Donje Celo, the trip start point
Note: This itinerary is subject to change dependent on group abilities and preferences, weather and special events. Huck Finn guides and trip Leaders will do their utmost to ensure the best possible experience for their clients without compromising safety at any time. This may mean changing the original itinerary to avoid discomfort or risk which could be caused by exceptional heat or cold, stormy weather, heavy traffic or other reasons beyond our control.
Huck Finn reserves the right to alter a program without prior notice.
Contact for booking
We believe that small groups ensure better and more personalized experience. That is the reason why the number of places on each trip is limited. We will be happy to recommend the perfect trip for you based on your travel dates, preferred activities and travel style. Please contact us with any questions and preferences:
Ivana Radić
ivana@huck-finn.hr
Mob. +385 (0)99 702 16 16
Tel. +385 (0)20 891 123
UK toll free : 0808 189 1407
US Skype number : +1 415 800 3739
If you are contacting us by e-mail, please include the following information in your request:
- number of persons in your party
- average age
- your preferred date(s)
- contact telephone number
- means of travel to / in Croatia
- other preferences
How to get there
From Dubrovnik:
There is a ship going to Kolocep island from Dubrovnik main port called Gruz, at 10 am. You can buy the boat tickets at the Jadrolinija office just across the ship Postira.
Reviews
Dear Peggy,
Just a quick email to say thank you for organising our Kayaking trip last month.
We thoroughly enjoyed our day on Kolocep and our instructor was very understanding and reassuring, as it was our first time Kayaking!
My girlfriend was nervous to begin with, but is now very proud of her achievement.
Please pass on our thanks to the instructor (sorry, we have forgotten her name).
We'll recommend you to our friends if they visit Croatia!
Best Wishes,
Rob and Nik
We had the great fortune to seakayak around the island of Kolocep with Bavi from Huck Finn. Peggy, the office manager, was great in arranging our pick up and drop off from our accomodations. The sea kayaking was absolutely amazing. Bavi gave us a quick tutorial and we were off. Without stopping, it's about a two hour paddle around the island, but we stopped to swim, rest and explore some incredible caves that would give the Italian Blue Grotto a run for the money. I would highly recommend this tour company for a great day.
S., Hopedale, MA, USA
We booked a day trip Kayaking around Kolocep island. Huck Finn arranged to pick us up in Cavtat, drive all 7 of us to Dubrovnik, where we were ferried to Kolocep, and after brief training and intro in a smart hotel, we were whisked out to our Kayaks for a paddle completely round the island, touring caves and an excellent stop at a Taverna where we enjoyed a delicious light meal before continuing a trip back to the hotel.
As the Ferry was not running to a convenient time, the Huck Finn team took us back to the mainland in their own dinghy followed by a Mini bus.
This was an excellent value day, that was not overly testing but memorable and enjoyable whilst in safe hands. Their representatives are knowledgable and professional. We would definitely use Huck Finn again.
Stanley, UK