The Ammouliani adventure, in search of secret beaches - 4 days with Kayak in September 2025
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Code:D00342T
Ammouliani is a little-known Greek island, the only inhabited island of Halkidiki. The island's name - Ammuliani - means "fine sand", and we will visit by water most of the sandy beaches. The incredible beautiful and wild beaches are its secret charm, so peace and relaxation will be guaranteed.
Thus we will fully enjoy this small exotic island with amazing landscapes, numerous rock formations, hidden small beaches and fascinating snorkeling spots.
The program is of the adventure type with overnight camping or hotel accommodation, Suitable for beginners, intermediate and advanced, as well as for children over 10.
Attention: To pay 50% in advance use promo code - advance
The remaining amount is payable locally (cash/card) or by bank.
20% discount for advance bookings until 01.03.2025
Ammouliani is a little-known Greek island, the only inhabited island on the Halkidiki peninsula, close to the Athos arm, and located about 5 hours away from Sofia.
The island's name "Ammuliani" means "fine sand". We will visit by water most of the sandy beaches. The incredible beautiful and wild beaches are its secret charm, so peace and relaxation will be guaranteed.
Most kayaking events that are offered for this destination actually involve camping on the mainland and paddling to the island and back daily, so we will again offer a different experience! We'll be camping at Alykes Campground on the island itself, located on one of the best fine sand beaches - Alykes Beach. This way we will fully enjoy this small exotic island with amazing landscapes, numerous rock formations, hidden small beaches and fascinating snorkeling spots.
The event is open to children over 10 years old, people with no experience, intermediate and advanced, but most importantly have an adventurous spirit.
During the kayak tours, a beach and snorkeling break is provided every hour.
Program:
Meeting at 00:30 in front of Vasil Levski Stadium, Sofia, departure at 01:00. Once we arrive in Tripiti in the morning, we will catch the first ferry to Ammuliani and after about 30 minutes we will dock on the island, have breakfast and coffee near the gate where we will buy fresh fish.
We are staying at the Alykes campsite which is located on the awesome Alykes Beach. We unload our gear and kayaks and after a short break we follow instruction, training and a kayak ride until sunset.
In the evening we return to the campsite to have dinner and relax.
The paddle that day is about 8 km.
Difficulty level relative to distance 2 out of 4.
The Ammouliani Tour:
We have breakfast and head out in our kayaks for an exciting tour of the island. Our first break will be at the Donkey Islands and our second break will be for lunch at the ferry gate where the cafes and tavernas are concentrated.
After lunch we continue our island tour, and our next stop is one of the island's widest wild sandy beaches, Faka beach. Here we will take a longer beach and snorkeling break. Towards the end of the day we finish the tour and head to the campsite for a rest.
For the evening we again plan a free program. You can prepare your own food at the barbecue or visit the camping taverna, which is highly rated and low priced.
The paddle that day is about 18 km. and there is a possibility to shorten it.
Difficulty level relative to distance 3 out of 4.
Search for the secret beaches:
This day we will continue to explore the beaches, the paddling will be more leisurely, with a few breaks on wild beaches. We will emphasize beachcombing and snorkeling. There is a beach with tavernas along the way where we will have lunch.
In the evening, we will take an organized bus ride to the village and have dinner at a tavern.
The rowing distance for the day is 12 km.
Difficulty level relative to distance 2 out of 4.
A day to relax, study and depart for Bulgaria. All those who wish, gather at 08.00 at the boats and by 11.30 we perfect the following techniques:
- Getting in and out of the sea with the kayak;
- Proper paddling forwards, sideways and backwards, stopping;
- Maintaining, correcting and changing course;
- Basic capsize prevention techniques:
- Self-rescue and assisted rescue;
- Manoeuvring exercises between rocks.
Training is mainly done on single kayaks! Those who do not wish to participate can just watch or stay on the beach or rest at the campsite.
From 11.30 to 13.00 we have free time for lunch and rest and at 13.00 we all together collect the equipment, wash and load the kayaks on the trailers and around 15.30 we head to the ferry. Once on the mainland we will stop for a gyros and head back to Bulgaria.
Expected arrival in front of Vasil Levski Stadium, Sofia is at 22.00.
Note: The organisers reserve the right to change the programme depending on weather conditions in order to maximise the safety of participants.
Our mission is to pass on our knowledge to you, so during the event anyone who is willing, will learn or improve the following techniques:
- Lifting, Carrying;
- Getting the kayak in and out of the sea;
- Effective forward paddling;
- Paddling backwards, stopping;
- Lateral movement;
- Changing direction;
- Maintaining, correcting and changing course;
- Techniques for dealing with environmental phenomena;
- Group behaviour;
- Basic techniques to avoid capsizing;
- Self-rescue and assisted rescue;
- Basic principles of movement at sea.
You can travel free of charge with the means of transport for the kayaks and equipment, until the free places are exhausted or with your own transport, the price does not change.
Space for luggage is limited. You can bring backpack, bag, tent and food.
No need to bring tables and chairs and camping equipment, we've got you covered.
We leave from the parking lot in front of the main entrance of the National Stadium "Vasil Levski", Sofia and return there again, we do not offer personal visits.
Ferry fees are not included in the original price. There are two reasons for this:
- The price is the carrier's and we cannot calculate on it the discounts we offer.
- The price is payable locally and depends on the number of participants
ACCOMMODATION: Overnight accommodation at Camping Alykes - 6 euros per tent and 6 euros per person per night, which each person pays personally on site, directly to the campsite management. The campsite does not offer hotel accommodation, but there are hotels and guesthouses nearby and prices are according to the season, payable in person to the hotel.
Traditionally, meals are at the campsite. It is recommended to bring prepared food for at least the first day. We have provided everything needed for a field kitchen and to feed the whole group. You do not need to bring absolutely anything.
If you want to eat at our campsite, each participant has to bring their own ingredients or buy them on site. When we are in Greece, we can't miss the opportunity to buy fresh fish and fish delicacies from local fish markets, fishmongers or shops to barbecue at the campsite. And each participant has the choice of eating in the organized campsite, at a tavern or buying food from local shops.
If desired, anyone can eat at the tavern or buy food from local shops.
During the trip from Sofia to Greece, we will have a refrigerator in the van in which we can stow perishables. Our first stop is at a 24-hour convenience store in Kresna where we can buy water and groceries. The campsite usually has fridges in the communal kitchens.
We have a coffee machine at your disposal and the coffee is unlimited. It is your responsibility to prepare your own dry food and sandwiches for the kayak treks, and you must have food and water provided for the time on the water according to your personal needs.
The events we organise are of the adventure type and are open to all, beginners and experienced people alike, as well as children over a certain age described in the event. Each event has a published difficulty level and the distance we will cover on the day. The routes are chosen so that there is a beach and dive break approximately every hour. You will feel more comfortable if you have at least average fitness.
How to order:
To confirm your participation in the program you need to register on the site and place an order. All available places are announced on our website and change in real time. You add the desired event to your cart and complete the order by selecting your desired options and payment method. Although delivery is electronic you also need to fill in an address. The possible payment options are by bank or card. By agreeing electronically to the terms and conditions, the order is tantamount to a contract.
You can pay the full amount or pay an advance of 50%. When paying in advance, please use the promo code "advance".
After successful completion of the order, you will receive a confirmation by email. If the payment is by bank, the place is considered booked once payment is received. If paying by card, the reservation is instant. Once we receive payment, within a few days, an operator will contact you, change the status of your order and you will receive a confirmation email with the text "Your order is confirmed". Additionally, you will be contacted a few days before the event.
Where the participants for whom you are placing the order are more than one, please complete the form below to send us their details
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Money paid will be refunded immediately if the reason for the event not taking place is due to travel restrictions, if we do not form a group or due to a significant deterioration in the weather across the region. Depending on weather conditions, an alternative kayaking destination in another region of Greece may be chosen.
The maximum number of participants in the organised transport is 20 and the programme is run with a minimum of 8 participants.
If a group cannot be formed with the minimum number of participants, the organizer will notify all registrants up to 7 days before the event date.
The ratio of guides to participants is approximately 1-10
In case of cancellation of the event due to inability or illness, requested more than 14 days before the announced date, we will provide you with a voucher for another event of ours at the paid value.
If you wish, it is possible to participate with your own kayak and you can transport it yourself or we can transport it.
Participation is subject to further arrangement and is only allowed if you strictly follow Dopamine Team's instructions and program!
Documents required:
- ID card
- Health insurance for the duration of the event, which we will require from you, cost 4-6 BGN per person. It is also taken online at http://bit.ly/3MuEGl8 and paid to the insurer (personal details are required and we prefer you do not provide them).
We recommend you also take out travel cancellation insurance at this link: https://bit.ly/3T6fmFb
PRICE PER PERSON: 490 BGN
For a minimum of 4 people the price is 441 BGN per person.
All vacancies are published on our website in real time. To confirm your participation in the program you need to register on the site and place an order. Add the desired event to the cart, enter the promo code "advance" to pay 50% in advance or if you wish pay the full amount.
FULL FOUR DAYS kayaking off the beaches of Ammuliani; Use of double or single kayaks according to preference and availability. (All our boats are high class and manufactured by the world leaders) Kayak equipment: modern lightweight paddle, PALM life jacket and spritz, helmet if necessary; Qualified kayak guide with extensive experience and completed a course with the British Canoe Association; Instruction and training; Photos along the routes.
In order to be different and to get the maximum comfort during your stay on land, we have provided for you full camping equipment, namely:
Tables, chairs and tent (if needed); Gas barbecue; Coffee machine with coffee included; Two mobile refrigerators; Ice machine; Utensils; Supplies (kitchen rolls, foil, garbage bags);
Overnight accommodation at Alykes campsite and is 6 euros per tent and 6 euros per person per night which everyone pays personally on site;The campsite also does not offer hotel accommodation, but there are hotels and guesthouses nearby and prices are according to the season, payable in person to the hotel.
The quoted kayak fee does not include transport. As we transport the kayaks with vans, you can travel with us completely free of charge using the kayak transport vehicles or your own transport; Ferry fees per person 3.5 euros per direction, paid in person at the ferry and ferry fees for transporting the equipment depend on the number of people and are about 4 euros. per person per direction paid on site at the ferry; Food, drinks and other personal expenses; Personal gear listed under "TEAMWORK"; Tent and air mattress hire at prices from 20 BGN for the whole period (if you wish to hire a tent and air mattress, we ask you to 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 can also be taken online at http://bit.ly/3MuEGl8 and is payable to the insurer (personal details are required and we prefer you do not provide these).
We recommend you also take out travel cancellation insurance at this link: https://bit.ly/3T6fmFb
WARNING:
During the event, participants must strictly comply with the regulations of the drivers, be in good physical health, have no illnesses and injuries of which they have not notified the organizer.
There is NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE for the use of all supplies, camping equipment and optional extras.
You only need to keep and take care of the inventory.
The participation fee offered by Dopamine Team Ltd is for the service of transporting kayak and camping equipment, renting kayak and camping equipment, logistics, providing an instructor and guide.
If there are other prices listed they are for information purposes only and are not subject to the sale of goods and services by us!
Any discounts at tavernas and campsites (if any) are shared with you and we do not take advantage of them.
Equipment
Personal responsibility is the provision of:
1. Drinking water. 1;
2. Sunglasses (with high UV protection; the presence of polarization is recommended);
3. Sun hat/head towel;
4. Swimsuit or beachwear;
5. Gloves for kayaking (can also be for a bike);
6. Sunscreen (high factor);
7. Beach shoes (quick drying) - there are sea urchins in the sea!
8. A light, airy, light and comfortable outer garment (for sun protection when paddling). Long sleeved lycra with UV protection is best;
9. Thin water/windproof jacket;
10. Lightweight and compact beach towel or scarf;
11. Folding knife, thermos, and beverage jug;
12. Waterproof mobile phone case;
13. ID card and money in local currency, if needed for the day;
14. Food for the day depending on personal preference;
15. Dry (waterproof) bag with a capacity of 15 - 30 l;
16. Depending on conditions, a pair of dry clothes to change into (stowed in a waterproof bag/pack);
17. For diving enthusiasts - mask, snorkel, fins.
18. Flashlight and/or headlamp.
Personal items for the campsite:
1. Tent, mattress (shawl) and sleeping bag (or blanket);
2. Toiletries (toothbrush and toothpaste, soap and shampoo);
3. Drying towel (microfiber towels are more compact);
4. Mosquito spray/lotion.
Level of difficulty
Difficulty level according to the distance of the adventure programs:
1 out of 4
- Introduction to kayaking performed in lakes, bays with calm waters.
- Distance from shore less than 1.6 km
- Distance covered in a day - 3-6 km.
- Overall time on the water for the day - 2-3 hours
- No previous experience required
- No swimming skill required
2 of 4
- Distance from shore less than 1.6 km
- Paddling for the day - 6-14 km.
- Overall time on the water for the day - 3-4 hours
- No previous experience required
- No swimming skill required
- Participants must be able to spend at least 1hr in the kayak.
3 of 4
- Distance from shore less than 1.6 km
- Paddling for the day - 14-20 km.
- Overall time on the water for the day - 4-6 hours
- No previous experience required
- No swimming skill required
- Participants must be able to spend at least 1hr in the kayak.
4 of 4
- Distance from shore greater than 1.6 km
- Paddling for the day - 16-25 km.
- Previous experience is required.
- No swimming skill required
- At least average physical fitness required
- Participants must be able to spend more than 1hr in the kayak.
Warning:
Difficulty level may change depending on weather conditions, wind and waves.
