Location
Trincomalee East coast only
Season
March to October
Time
Morning 5 A.M to 8.30 A.M
Duration
2 Hours
Activities
kayaks can be useful for other outdoor activities
such as diving and fishing
Kayaking
Kayaking is the use of a kayak for moving over water.
It is distinguished from canoeing by the sitting position of the paddler and the number of blades on the paddle.
A kayak is a low-to-the-water, canoe-like boat in which the paddler sits facing forward, legs in front, using a double-bladed paddle to pull front-to-back on one side and then the other in popularity as well.
In the 1740s, Russian explorers contact with the Aleutians, who had taken the basic kayak concept and developed multiple designs specifically for hunting, transportation, and environment
By the mid-1800s the kayak became increasingly popular and the Europeans became interested. German and French men began kayaking for sport.
Kayak races were introduced in the Berlin Olympic Games in 1936.
Kayaks were created thousands of years ago by the Inuit, formerly known as Eskimos, of the northern Arctic regions.
They used driftwood and sometimes the skeleton of whales, to construct the frame of the kayak, and animal skin, particularly seal skin was used to create the body.
The main purpose for creating the kayak, which literally translates to “hunter’s boat” was for hunting and fishing.
Kayaks can also be classified by their design and the materials from which they are made.
Each design has its specific advantages, including performance, maneuverability, stability, and paddling style. Kayaks can be made of metal, fiberglass, wood, plastic, fabrics, and inflatable fabrics such as PVC or rubber, and more recently expensive but feather-light carbon fiber.
Each material also has its specific advantages, including strength, durability, portability, flexibility, resistance to ultraviolet, and storage requirements.
Equipment
The sizes and shapes vary drastically depending on what type of water to be paddled on and also what the paddler would like to do.
The second set of essentials for kayaking is an off-set paddle where the paddle blades are tilted to help reduce wind resistance while the other blade is being used in the water. These vary in length and also shape depending on the intended use, the height of the paddler, and the paddler’s preference.
Kayaks should be equipped with one or more buoyancy aid (also called flotation) which creates air space that helps prevent a kayak from sinking when filled with water.
A life jacket should be worn at all times (also called a personal flotation device or PFD), and a helmet is also often required for most kayaking Various other pieces of safety gear include a whistle for signaling for help; throwing ropes to help rescue other kayakers; and, a diving knife and appropriate water shoes should be used depending upon the risks the water and terrain pose.
Proper clothing such as a dry suit, wetsuit or spray top also help protect kayakers from cold water or air temperatures.
Kayaking
Kayaking reigns as a beloved water sport in the captivating realm of the Trincomalee,
granting you the freedom to venture across the shimmering waters as your heart desires.
Immersing yourself in this splendid activity amidst the breathtaking blue expanse of the trincomalee ocean evokes an indescribable sense of joy.
With its immense popularity, kayaking stands as one of the top adventure sports in the trincomalee, and rightfully so.
Whether you embark on this voyage alone or in the company of a companion, set out to explore the enchanting surroundings of your island, delighting in the presence of graceful fish gliding beneath your kayak.
Let the allure of kayaking in the trincomalee immerse you in an unforgettable aquatic experience.