Kayaking the Lagoons
Some places you see from a vehicle. The lagoon you should meet from the water. Kayaks at Lake 10 are free for every guest — step off the grass, push out, and the resort disappears behind you in twenty strokes.
The water
The Upparu lagoon is calm, shallow near the edges, and protected — friendly water for first-timers and children with supervision, and still interesting for paddlers who want a longer loop toward the mangrove fringes. There is no motor traffic to contend with; your wake is the biggest thing on the water.
When to paddle
- Dawn is the prize: glass-flat water, mist, and the lagoon's birdlife at its busiest. A kayak is the quietest hide there is — herons and kingfishers let a silent hull come surprisingly close.
- Late afternoon trades mist for gold light and an easy breeze.
- Midday is for the pool; the tropics make that decision for you.
Good to know
- No experience needed — we'll show you the basics and the best line to paddle
- Go with the resort's guidance on conditions; the lagoon is gentle but it is still wild water
- Dry-bag your phone. You will want the camera, and you will want it dry
- Pair a paddle with a guided boat ride to reach the deeper mangrove channels
Kayaking slots into any stay — before a safari day, after a village cycle, or as the whole point of a lazy morning. See how it fits a longer visit in the 3-day itinerary.
Questions travellers ask
Is kayaking at Lake 10 really free?
Yes — kayaks are free for every staying guest, as are the bicycles. Just ask at the resort and we'll set you up.
Do I need kayaking experience?
No. The lagoon is calm and shallow near the edges, and we show you the basics and the best line to paddle before you go out.
When is the best time to kayak?
Dawn, when the water is glass-flat and the birdlife is busiest — a kayak is the quietest bird hide there is. Late afternoon is a close second.
