Burano Kayak Eco-Tour Through the Venetian Lagoon

Overview

Available languages

German

English

Italian

4 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

This discovery tour by kayak will take you to key historic zones in the Venetian Lagoon: paddle around the lagoon islands of Sant'Erasmo and Vignole, known as the "vegetable gardens" of Venice; discover the Sant'Andrea fort built to protect Venice from its enemies; learn where the word "quarantine" was born on the island of Lazzaretto nuovo; relax on the secret hidden natural spot of the island of Certosa and enjoy the skyline of Venice from a privileged perspective.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

This discovery tour by Kayak is easy to handle and not too tiring. We will meet in Venice and reach together Sant'Erasmo island by water bus. Before starting the guided kayak tour, you will be informed about kayak manoeuvring techniques, safety and rules of navigation in the lagoon. As we paddle our kayaks we will reach several lagoon islands through the salt marshes and in the company of the wildlife in the lagoon. We will stop several times to admire the nature and some hidden spots you can reach only by kayak while hearing stories about people still living on these islands and historical explanation about each place. The main attraction we will visit together will be on Sant’Andrea island, which hosts a 16th-century fortress in the middle of the lagoon, a magnificent defensive infrastructure you can only reach by small private boats or kayaks. We will visit all these hidden gems that only locals know from a very special point of view, directly in contact with nature. Kayaking in the lagoon also means to discover the intimate part of Venice, the most hidden and beautiful places, without any negative environmental impact.

What‘s Included

Kayak rental

Life vest

Nature and Interpretive Guide & Tour leader

Pick up point in Venice Fondamente Nove

Ergonomic paddle

Water bus ticket to the Sant'Erasmo Island. Tickets will be purchased onboard

Gratuities

Options

Shared tour in a small group

Shared tour small group

Private tour

Reviews

5.00

21 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Wow - what a beautiful tour
U8643STalexandert,,Aug 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Valerio is a great guide. He adapts to his guests and so his tours always have a personal touch. This combined with his profound knowledge of Venice and the lagoon makes his tours so unique.
Kayak tour in the lagoon
510anjal,,Apr 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was the most beautiful experience in the lagoon, great nature away from mass tourism. Brings total fun, even as a kayak to manage well, also had no muscle soreness. Valerio is a great guide, knows a lot and gives good tips. He does it with a lot of passion.Thank you for the nice afternoon.
Super Tour
D7953WFchristianf,,May 17, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great kayaking tour, great guide, you have not seen Venice like this. Anyone who wants to walk off the beaten tourist path should definitely book with Valerio!
Wonderful trip to the nature on water
Emma M,,Aug 31, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had a tour in the morning, we were only 4 people and our guide gave us a wonderful tour. We got to know a bit about the less touristy islands which we didn’t even know. Even tho kayaking for 3 hours is very exhausting, we had a great time and it was really magnificent :)
Really great!
judithkF6190YZ,,Jun 21, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Absolutely recommend!! We saw Venice from a completely different angle and it was an incredibly great experience! The tour was the perfect length and was very easy to do even for beginners.
Such a unique experience!!! See the lagoon of venice and the breadbasket of the venetian islands
Rpederse,,Jun 19, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a truly unique experience. My wife and I have kayaked in other countries but this was the most interesting. We got to see a part of venice that we would have completely missed. The lagoon is part of venice that too many tourists don't see and it's a pity as it's such a natural wonder. Valerio was a fantastic guide. He helped us understand the launching point at St Erasmo, which is incredible all in of itself, and then safely guided us in the kayak tour around the island to beautiful hidden spots and finally to a beautiful locals only beach. Valerio is a must to book as a guide if you want to see more of Venice than just San Marcos square!
Just great!
giovannimarias2022,,Mar 30, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing tour of the north lagoon, experiencing Venice in a whole new way. Valerio was a great guide, very professional.
Great experience!!!!
Elerick0711,,Mar 30, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great experience in order to discover the Venetian lagoon. The guide is excellent and the tour is amazing both for experienced people and absolute beginners. I highly recommend this experience
Kayak to the max
dirkwQ7322YD,,Oct 4, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a perfect and surprising family time out on the kayak in the lagoon. Thanks to Valerio our guide who deserves a medal!
Wonderful day in the lagoon
Ilegnat,,Sep 15, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a wonderful day for us by the water and in nature. We felt very well looked after and cared for, received a thorough introduction to the paddle technique, felt that a great deal of importance is placed on our safety. Learned a lot about the lagoon as a biological system and about history. It was exciting, entertaining and sustainable. We can recommend it to anyone. Valerio takes into account the individual needs and wishes of guests, young and old. Probably his garden tour of Venice is just as exciting, unfortunately we can't make it this time, maybe on the next visit.