Sea kayaking
Embraced by nature – make your dreams come true
The Adriatic Sea is different than the oceans. The sea is warm, limpid, clear and the tide changes are insignificant, which is why the Adriatic is one of the most beautiful, diverse and safest kayaking destinations in the world.
With a kayak on the island of Vis, you have unlimited freedom of movement, it will take you to places the boats and sailboats cannot even dream of – quite close to large rocks, underneath high cliffs, you will explore caves and relax on the beaches of countless bays.
The island of Vis is simply stunning, because of its beautiful natural surrounding, but besides the beauty of landscape, it can also amaze you with its history. Our island and coast are witnesses to the power and glory of the Greek and Roman Empires, Great Britain, Austria, the Napoleonic Legions, Italy and the Allied Army. All that history is visible at every turn. Thus, kayaking will not just be a sport or nature experience, but a cultural experience, as well.
Paddle with us! Explore the coast, find remote beaches! By rowing lightly, enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the pristine beaches.
In Komiža, you can rent a kayak at the tourist agency Alternatura.
Address: Hrvatskih mučenika 2, Komiža
GSM: +385 (0) 91 94 58 003
web: Alternatura
Important: Croatian legislation states that it is not allowed to kayak more than 500 meters from the coast or island.
Windsurfing
Windsurfing is definitely the most beautiful water sport, a kind of meditation on the move, while every muscle on your body maintains balance on the bord, keeping the sail in the right position, catching the rhythm with the wind and looking for your ideal wave to jump…
Wind surfing is a relatively young activity among the locals, well aware of the wind and the weather on some parts of the island, so this sport becomes an attraction for all adrenaline lovers. A team of surfers from Vis will be happy to engage and join you on the waves towards the open sea.
If you are interested, there is a small sailing school for children and adults on the island, which offers organized transportation, equipment rental, guides and training.
For more information, visit the ‘Paiz Travel’ tourist agency
Address: Šetalište stare isse 10, Vis.
GSM: +385 98 263 207
Web: Paiz – Travel
Diving
The richness of flora and fauna, many underwater caves, the old shipwrecks and sunken planes are a challenge for beginners, as well as for the experienced lovers of the deep sea, so every year an increasing number of divers return to explore and enjoy the area
The island of Vis is rich in diving sites. If you wish to enjoy the natural beauties, you can dive on the northern side of Vis, where the underwater world is extremely rich. Along with the natural beauties of the underwater sea, there are many traces of a turbulent past, as well. In twenty locations you can see sunken ships, planes, submarines…at depths of only 12 m up to 75 m, which makes this underwater world the most attractive in this part of the Adriatic.
Nowadays, several well-equipped diving centres can be recommended for organized diving and exploring the undersea world of the Vis island.
- Issa Diving Center: Address – 91 Ribarska ulica, Komiža.
GSM: +385 (0) 91 201 2731 - B-24 Diving Center: Address – Obala Pape Aleksandra III 8, Komiža.
GSM: +385 (0) 91 766 1415 - Manta diving: Address – Pod Gospu b.b, Komiža.
GSM: +385 (0) 98 443 283
Stand up paddle
This modern type of paddling gives you a unique perspective of the Adriatic Sea and the coast on the island of Vis. Stand Up Paddling offers, in addition to outdoor fitness, a kind of on-the-go meditation
Stand Up Paddling is a huge worldwide hit and has become a very popular sport in Croatia and on the island of Vis, as well. Standing on the board is easy to learn, does not require any previous experience, you don’t need to be super fit to try and learn. All you have to learn is how to keep balance to paddle and enjoy. This is why this sport is for all ages from 7 to 77. SUP is a sport for the whole family.…
Regardless of your age and physical fitness, SUP is a sport for you. Once you’ve caught the balance, you’ll realize it’s a wonderful way to explore our coast.
All about local winds and currents, the best paddling places and safety at sea can be obtained from: Stand Up Paddle Vis
Address: Uvala Milna 4, Vis.
Mob: +385 91 8926 129
web: SUP