7 top trips for Kayaking with the Kids

Based on the island of Lopud, just under an hour by ferry from Dubrovnik, this week-long active family holiday in Croatia is ideal for water lovers. Spend the week exploring inlets, bays and neighbouring islands by kayak. Learn how to SUP (stand up paddle board), cycle on Sipan Island and venture into Dubrovnik to explore its winding limestone streets and grand baroque buildings. It's a great place for all the family to discover.

Combining vibrant culture, delicious cuisine and beautiful beaches, an active Thailand adventure is a trip the whole family will love. In between exploring vast limestone caves and lush rainforests, you’ll kayak down the Khao Sok River, keeping your eyes peeled for colourful fish and inquisitive monkeys as you pass by the towering cliffs.

Take to the waters of the beautiful Lake Gramolazzo in  either double seated kayaks or stand up paddle boards to explore this lovely setting. There is ample time to paddle, kayak, swim or relax on the grassy banks of the water's edge where blue herons and an abundance of other bird life can be spotted. Kayaking gives the whole family the chance to make this experience as adventurous or tranquil as they'd like and take in all the best of this area from the water.

Sea kayak in the calm, protected waters of the bay of Kekova. After a quick breakfast with coffee en route, paddle in the tranquil waters before any other boats or kayakers take to the water. It's one of the most scenic areas in Lycia with picturesque islands, bays and small ancient cities surrounding the famous sunken city of Kekova. The result of various earthquakes, there are partly submerged streets and buildings in the crystal-clear waters below, and even steps leading down into the depths of the bay. It's a great place for an adventurous exploration by water.