Kayak 'n' roll
From the Philippine Star It really is possible to see the entire Philippines by traversing the sea. Our ancestors did it. They sailed into the Philippines on boats called balangay before settling in the various islands. But without doubt, sailing is a test of skill, mettle and a bit of luck. It is fraught with danger because swift currents can push you towards perilous open seas, or strong winds may force you inland and dash your craft on shoreline rocks. Thus, to kayak throughout the Philippines takes considerable navigational skills, physical strength, adequate “sea sense” and an adventurous spirit.
The sea craft are 19-foot touring kayaks. By paddling at least 10 kilometers a day, Buzzy and Swee Chiow expect to log 3,000 kilometers at the end of the tour. “It’s a good way to see the country,” says Buzzy. “We’re hoping to set a pan-Philippines kayaking trail.” He identifies Cebu and Bohol as hotbeds of tour kayaking, but rues that the sport is not gaining popularity as fast as it should, saying, “There are endless possibilities for kayaking as a serious sport in the Philippines since we are an archipelagic country.” Continue reading here http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=527666&publicationSubCategoryId=87
Here is another Kayak adventure story Philippines, click title to read
A kayaking adventure in Corregidor
From the Philippine Star It really is possible to see the entire Philippines by traversing the sea. Our ancestors did it. They sailed into the Philippines on boats called balangay before settling in the various islands. But without doubt, sailing is a test of skill, mettle and a bit of luck. It is fraught with danger because swift currents can push you towards perilous open seas, or strong winds may force you inland and dash your craft on shoreline rocks. Thus, to kayak throughout the Philippines takes considerable navigational skills, physical strength, adequate “sea sense” and an adventurous spirit.
The sea craft are 19-foot touring kayaks. By paddling at least 10 kilometers a day, Buzzy and Swee Chiow expect to log 3,000 kilometers at the end of the tour. “It’s a good way to see the country,” says Buzzy. “We’re hoping to set a pan-Philippines kayaking trail.” He identifies Cebu and Bohol as hotbeds of tour kayaking, but rues that the sport is not gaining popularity as fast as it should, saying, “There are endless possibilities for kayaking as a serious sport in the Philippines since we are an archipelagic country.” Continue reading here http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=527666&publicationSubCategoryId=87
Here is another Kayak adventure story Philippines, click title to read
A kayaking adventure in Corregidor
