The unknown beaches off Ammouliani Island: a 4-day kayaking adventure

For the weekend 25-08 - 28-08 we have prepared for you an unforgettable adventure around the island of Ammouliani. Most events around the island involve camping on the mainland with daily tours to the island in order to offer a lower price, but we will offer you a different experience. We'll take a ferry to the island and stay at Alikis Camping right on the beach. This way we will fully enjoy this small, exotic island located between the second and third arms of the Halkidiki peninsula. The coast near the campsite offers spectacular landscapes, sandy beaches, numerous rock formations, hidden small beaches and fascinating snorkeling spots.

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PROGRAM:
Day 1: 25 August 2023, Friday
- Early departure from Vasil Levski Stadium in the direction of Uranupoli. On arrival we will make a transfer to the island by the first available ferry. We dock in the capital, where you will have an hour for a short walk, then we head to the campsite. We set up our tents and prepare for our adventure with a detailed briefing and team formation, then take an exploratory kayak trip to nearby beaches.
We will be on the water for about 5 hours that day, covering about 10 km with breaks for beach time.
At dusk we return to the campsite.
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Day 2: 26 August 2023, Saturday
- After a hearty breakfast, coffee and pancakes prepared for the participants by our team, and making sandwiches for the day, we put the kayaks on the water. This time we will take a tour of the island, and enjoy the sandy beaches on our breaks. For the diving enthusiasts, the underwater rocks have prepared surprises with their colonies of inhabitants.
The paddle that day is about 18 km with four breaks.
In the evening, after returning to the pleasant atmosphere of the campsite, we will prepare the barbecue, and only the fantasies and skills of everyone in the company are the limits that define the culinary delights that await us.
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Day 3: 27.08 2023, Sunday
- This day we will take a kayak trip around the Donkey Islands and the wild beaches surrounding them.
It will be leisurely paddling combined with lots of beaches.
In the evening we have dinner at a tavern.
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Day 4: 28.08 2023, Monday
A day to relax, paddle to nearby beaches and train.
In the afternoon we pack up camp and head back to Bulgaria.
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Training and improvement:
Our goal is also to pass on our knowledge to you, so during the event everyone will learn or improve the following techniques:
- Getting the kayak in and out of the sea;
- Proper paddling forward and backward, stopping;
- Maintaining, correcting and changing course;
- Basic capsize prevention techniques,
- Self-rescue and mutual rescue.
- For the advanced there will be individual exercises.
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Transportation:
We travel organized from Sofia with transport and platform for transporting the kayaks, luggage, equipment and food. Luggage space is limited, you can bring: suitcase or duffel bag, tent, food, water and backpack. No need to bring tables and chairs, we've got you covered. It is possible to participate with personal transport, in which case you will benefit from a discounted price.
We leave from the parking lot in front of the main entrance of the National Stadium "Vasil Levski", Sofia and return there again.
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Accommodation:
We will be staying for three nights at Alikes Campground, which has all the amenities and is one of the cleanest and most well-kept campgrounds in the area.
There are hotels and guest rooms near the campground. If anyone wishes they can make their own reservations.
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Food and drink:
Traditionally meals are at the campsite. We have provided everything needed for a field kitchen. We buy our fish from the local fish market and you can buy the other products locally or bring your own. It is also recommended to have prepared food for at least the first day.
We will have a cooler available during the trip.
We have provided pancakes for breakfast, and during the kayak trips you should have daily food and water provided according to your personal needs.
There are also some great tavernas in and near the campground.
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Conditions:
This adventure is open to everyone, beginners and experienced, and children 10 and older.
You will feel more comfortable if you have average physical fitness.
Anyone wishing to participate, in addition to clicking the "I will attend" button, must register with an email containing three names and a current contact phone number at info@dopamineteam.eu.
The link below describes the required personal equipment that everyone should have:
bit.ly/3J6prg1
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PRICE PER PERSON: 440 LV.

- After confirmation of available places by email or phone, to transfer an advance of 50% to the account of Dopamine Team: BG98INTF40015039767329 with reason for payment - Kayaks Ammuliani May 2023 (the remaining amount is payable on the spot in cash or by card)
You can pay 50% in advance or the full amount by card from our website at the following link: https://bit.ly/41crwxj using promo code - advance
The deposit will be refunded immediately if the reason the event does not take place is due to travel restrictions, if a group does not assemble, or due to significant weather deterioration throughout the region. Depending on weather conditions, an alternate kayak destination may be selected.
In the event of cancellation due to inability or illness, requested more than 14 days prior to the advertised date, we will provide a voucher for another event of ours for the amount paid.
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Price includes:
- Full three days kayaking off the beaches of Ammouliani;
- Use of double or single kayaks according to preference and availability.
All our boats are manufactured by world leaders:
PRION, WILDERNESS SYSTEMS, PERCEPTIONS.
(If you have paddled Chinese boats or low-end kayaks before, you will notice the difference);
- Kayak equipment: modern lightweight paddle, PALM life jacket and spritz;
- Transportation to Ammouliani and back with the kayak transport vehicles. It is possible to participate with personal transport, in which case you will receive a discount in the price;
- Qualified kayak guide;
- Instruction and training;
- Photos along the routes.
To be different and to get the maximum comfort, we have provided for you:
Full camping equipment:
- Tables, chairs and tent if needed;
- Gas BBQ;
- Gas cooker;
- Coffee machine with coffee included;
- Two mobile refrigerators;
- Ice machine;
- Utensils;
- Supplies (kitchen rolls, foil, garbage bags);
You only need to keep and care for the inventory.
There is no extra charge for the use of all supplies, equipment and extras.
The participation fee offered by Dopamine Team Ltd. is for the service of kayak rental, kayak equipment, camping gear (except personal gear listed in the attached list), logistics, instructor and guide provision.
If there are other prices advertised they are for information purposes only and are not subject to the sale of goods and services by us!
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The price does not include:
- Ferry fees, the cost of which is divided between the number of participants and is between 10 and 20 BGN. 20 per person;
- Overnight accommodation at the campsite (10-12 euro per night) - payable in person on site;
- Hotel accommodation (optional) according to the prices for the season. Payable in person to the hotel;
- Food, drinks and other personal expenses;
- Tent and air mattress rental - 10 BGN for the whole period (If you wish to rent a tent and air mattress, please request them in advance);
- Health insurance for the duration of the event, which we will require from you, cost 4-6 BGN per person. It is also taken out online at http://bit.ly/3MuEGl8 and is payable to the insurer.
We recommend you also take out travel cancellation insurance