Difficulty / Fitness Level

Explanation of sea kayak tour gradings:

Experience required and conditions to be expected:

1. Suitable for beginners. Mostly calm waters with little current, some sea breeze to be expected. Light chop.
2. Suitable for those with limited experience. While most paddling is in sheltered waters, there are some exposed points. Some swell up to 1.5m.
3. Must have kayaked before. Some extended open ocean crossings with few places to land. Landings may be steep or surfy.
4. Proficient kayaker. Can self-rescue in most conditions. Looking for a challenge. Is happy to paddle all day without a break!

Fitness required to get maximum enjoyment:

• a) Basic level of fitness. You are fit because you have an active daily life and don't have much spare time for sport.
• b) Moderate level of fitness. You do some sport once a week and make an effort to stay fit.
• c) Good level of fitness. Exercise is important to you. You purposefully make time to do weight training or go on long bike rides or walks.
• d) Fit person. Not only do you take your exercise seriously but you have considerable stamina for endurance activities.
• e) Fitness junkie. Keeping fit and exercising are part of your life. You are going to be racing the guide!

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