the IONIAN ISLANDS A Sea Kayaker’s Paradise

Blue skies, bright sunlight, white beaches, Greek hospitality, and crystal-clear water. Is there a better place for a self-support sea kayak tour than Greece’s Ionian Islands? If you don’t think so already, let Christian Zicke take you on a quick tour of some of his favorite places. You will soon be dreaming of sipping ouzo and planning your next adventure.

Words & Photography: Christian Zicke

Blue skies, bright sunlight, white beaches, and crystal-clear water: These are the ingredients of a perfect holiday, especially when traveling by kayak and tent, bringing everything necessary for adventure with you. Greece delivers it all. With over 15,000 kilometers of coastline and more than three thousand islands, Greece sounds like more than a "good" destination — it sounds like a sea kayaker’s paradise. Yet there is one place, in particular, that should top the list: The Ionian Islands. "if you arrive in Zakynthos with perfect weather, and if you have a brilliant plan in your pocket, you can hardly find a more beautiful place to kayak and camp." Why the Ionian Islands? If there are so many islands and thousands of kilometers of beautiful coastline in Greece, why should you…

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Kayak Session (Digital) - 1 Issue, Paddle World magazine 2021

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