Sea Kayaking
Introductory Course
Fotograf Alexander Kühn
min. 4 hours
min. 4 participants
Norwegian & English
Your experience
You will have the opportunity to explore the magnificent archipelago of Støtt and its nature reserve, where you will find soaring sea eagles and other rich birdlife.
Our Introductory Course gives you the knowledge and skills that are necessary to rent a kayak throughout Norway, as well as most places internationally. Most importantly, of course, is that as a confident beginner you will be able to more safely enjoy the sport of kayaking.
Please note: Some companies that offer kayak rental or excursions may require you to have an NPF Wet Card and a stamp that proves you have completed a Basic Course in Kayaking. For this reason, we recommend that our guests choose the Basic Course in Sea Kayaking, as this will give them comprehensive knowledge and the best and safest possible start to their kayaking adventure.
Main objectives
Each participant becomes familiar with the kayak and its equipment, including life vest and spray cover. Practical exercises teach fundamental techniques of how to manoeuvre the kayak as needed.
The course aims to inspire kayaking adventures, and prepares you for advanced courses.
Detailed objectives
- Lifting, carrying and launching your kayak
- Holding a straight course
- Steering and turning in either direction
- Backing up the kayak
- Entering the kayak
- Disembarking and securing the kayak
- Practice of kayaking techniques
- General safety
- Familiarising yourself with local conditions
This includes
Kayaking course
Highlights
- STØTT – a magnificent archipelago
- Fantastic outdoor adventures
- Pristine scenery
- Chalk-white sandy beaches
- Thousands of unexplored islands
- Skin diving
You must bring
- 2 sets of woollen or thermal underwear (leggings and tops)
- 2 pairs of socks, towel, hat and warm gloves
- Fleece or woollen sweater
- Packed lunches and hot drinks
Practical info
Your mobile phone and other electronic equipment should be safely stowed in a waterproof bag.
If you already have a dry suit and your own equipment, please bring it. Also bring gloves and a waterproof hood.
On the very first day we’ll be out on the water kayaking – so you have a lot to look forward to! If you have an NPF Wet Card, be sure to bring it.
Please note
Safety is paramount on all of our kayaking courses and excursions, and our instructors are highly qualified. This means that you can safely push your limits – as far as you want and dare.
For all of our excursions and activities, we require that participants have valid travel insurance. Before starting our voyage, we will review our health and safety routines.
We really look forward to great kayaking adventures with you!
For further details on what is covered in this course, please visit:
https://www.padling.no/vaattkort/hva-er-vaattkort/de-ulike-kursene-i-npf-vaattkort/havpadling/introkurs-hav/
How we safeguard your health and safety
We strictly follow the guidelines set by the Norwegian health authorities.
