MULTI-DAY TRIP CALENDAR

OPEN  These trips are open to all levels of experience. The locations and route choice will be based on providing an enjoyable journey that is within the capabilities of a beginner but could be enjoyed by any level of kayaker.

• You want to have a good time exploring a wild place.
• You are interested in developing some sea kayaking knowledge and skill.
• You are prepared for the physical and psychological demands of an adventure activity.

CHALLENGE  These trips are perfect for those who have some sea kayaking experience and confidence and want to build on their existing skills, or want to experience a journey that may involve some more challenging conditions. These trips may involve full days of sea kayaking up to 15km and some rougher conditions (distances and conditions always vary).

• You should ideally already have some prior experience and confidence in a sea kayak.
• These trips can also be suited to those with little sea kayaking experience but who have experience in another paddlesport such as white water kayaking or canoeing.
• Progressive skills and longer journeys.

CHALLENGE PLUS  These trips are for those who have a good level of knowledge and experience gained from several expeditions or lots of days out in sea kayaks in varied conditions. These trips may feature some longer days of at least 25km (daily distances will vary), committing coastline, longer open crossings and rougher seas.

• You should be confident paddling 25km in a day, handling a sea kayak in force 4 winds and negotiating waves of 1m or more.
• You should have some knowledge and practice of rescues.
• Great if you want to build more advanced skills and experience.

ADVANCED  For experienced and knowledgeable sea kayakers. Suited to those who paddle on a regular basis, have a good level of sea kayaking fitness and have experience in more challenging conditions such as surf and tidal races. Check the individual trip descriptions for more information.