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Kayaking
Explore Shetland's fabulous coastline by kayak!
Sea kayaking in ShetlandShetland's extensive and accessible coastline offers a paradise for sea kayakers. There are hundreds of miles of cliffs and deserted beaches, countless sea caves including some of the Europe's finest. Enjoy awesome cliff scenery, stacks, arches and sheltered inlets. Remote and unhabited islands are just waiting to be explored. There are large colonies of seals and seabirds, many of them readily accessible from the sea. There are also opportunities to look for whales and the elusive otters.
The tradition of sea kayaking in Shetland goes back many years, and there is an active local club which welcomes visitors. It is also possible to take an organized trip with all essential equipment provided, led by an experienced local guide. Introductory sessions are available for new paddlers.
For information on guided sea kayak expeditions see the Sea Kayak Shetland website.
What Next?
On This Site
- Learn about the other sea mammals you'll find in and around Shetland's coast
From Other Sites
- Take an otter watching tour with Shetland Otters
- Speak to Sea Kayak Shetland about joining the group on a sea kayaking trip
- Stafe safe: follow the Maritime and Coastguard Agency 'Sea Smart' guide.
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White Nights
'White Nights', Ann Cleeves' sequel to her award-winning 'Raven Black', has now been published. Don't miss a reading and signing from Ann in the Lerwick tourist office, Market Cross at 11.30am on Saturday 17th June.
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21st Century Shetland Travelogue
'Between Weathers', the new Shetland Travelogue will be launched in Lerwick on 6th June 2008...
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Swan Trips 2008
Enjoy a trip on the Swan this summer and experience the world of a resilient vessel restored to glory. Join a crew who love the sea, and be part of a learning experience!
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Focus on Wildlife - Spring 2008
Fair Isle is famous in spring for its huge seabird colonies and rare migrants. Shetland birder Hugh Harrop is your expert guide on the ‘Mecca’ of British birding…
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Shetland Museum shortlisted for The Art Fund Prize
The Shetland Museum and Archives on short list for The Art Fund Prize for museums and galleries 2008...
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Shetland's First Ever Festival of Nature
Organisers of Shetland’s first ever Festival of Nature, to be piloted from 4th to 12th July 2008, are calling on local businesses...
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The Centre for Nordic Studies
A new campus is to be set up in Lerwick for the new interdisciplinary Centre for Nordic Studies.
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