For your first time kayaking, make sure that you are with an experienced kayaker, or at least someone who has been out at water several times before. Never go out by yourself on your first time. When with a group or an experienced individual it will ensure that if you do get into trouble, someone will be at hand to help.

Make sure you have the correct kayak equipment! Find a local reputable and experienced shop to get your equipment from. Not only will they be able to make sure that you have everything that you need, including a suitable kayak, buoyancy aids and wet suits, they will also be able to offer additional help and advice on the best places locally to kayak.

Know the difference between sea kayaking and river kayaking. There are a great many different types of kayak on the market all design for specific types of water. Sea kayaking has become increasingly popular, but there are also kayaks for white water kayaking, river kayaking, there are sit-on-top kayaks, sit inside kayaks, surf kayaks, racing kayaks and many many more. Speak to an experienced kayaker if you are unsure of which type to go with.

Learn how to capsize safely. At one point across your kayaking adventures you are bound to come up against a large wave, a fast current or some rapids that will capsize your kayak. It is always best to be prepared for this by learning how to capsize safely. If you practice capsizing in calm water in a group or with someone else, you can practice escaping from the hull, coming to the surface and getting back in your kayak.

Take out kayak insurance. If you are planning an extended trip, kayaking somewhere with high currents, or perhaps cannot afford to take any time off of work due to an accident, make sure you protect yourself financially with kayaking travel insurance.

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