Overview
Coastal Navigation & Tidal Planning
This course is designed for paddlers carrying out coastal journeys — including islands up to 2 nautical miles offshore — in areas of tidal movement up to 2 knots and winds of up to Force 4. The aim is to give you the tools to plan and navigate effectively in moderate sea conditions.
By the end of the course you will have planned at least two coastal journeys to take home as references for future trip planning. It is also the navigation day that forms part of the Sea Kayak Leader Training programme.
Level
Advanced
Duration
1 day
Conditions
≤2 nm offshore · tides ≤2 kt · winds ≤F4
Location
Koh Chang, Trat
Certification
Attendance certificate
What you’ll learn
On this course
- Interpret maps, charts, coastal pilots & tide tables
- Navigate using visual references & simple pilotage — transits, dead reckoning & compass
- Source, interpret & apply a marine weather forecast
- Plan at least two coastal journeys of your own
- Understand the resources needed to plan safely, and the role of the Coastguard
Good to know
Details
Level
Advanced coastal paddlers
Duration
1 day
Included
All technical equipment, instruction & activity-based insurance
Additional
Food, travel insurance, certificate fee, accommodation (we can arrange this)
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Ready to develop your paddling?
No formal entry requirements — just a genuine wish to develop. Tell us your experience and we’ll guide you to the right level.