Kayak Caving is increasing becoming a popular water sport and recreational activity. From Channel Islands to Hawaii’s Sea Caves and Asian Limestone Caves, Kayaking lovers all over the world are gripped with the sense of thrill that comes with this recreational activity. The Hawaii Sea Caves get a lot of tourists and Kayaking amateurs, and professionals almost all year round. If you are planning to pursue this adventure activity seriously then you can find some great inflatable kayaks at Coleman Kayaks. At Coleman, you can find for $83.99, and 2-Person Inflatable Sit-On Top Kayak with Paddles for $119.99. Both are sturdy kayaks and perfect for kayak caving. With a tough 22 gauge PVC, and a deep V entry hull, you will cruise through the caves with ease.
One of the best Hawaii's Sea Caves is the long cave in Ha'upu Bay, Moloka'i. It is a 100-metre narrow tunnel like cave with a dead end that is wide enough to turn a kayak around. If you are a beginner then it is advised to take a guide along because one wrong turn means you will be dumped sideways! There are some other caves, which are proper tunnels with an opening and an exit. These caves are much bigger and the lighting conditions are much better. Of course, the turbulence is also less since the water doesn't back pressure. The cave of Moloka'i on the other hand is like the ‘Jaws of Death’ and should be avoided unless you are really good at kayaking.
In a kayak inflatable, the entire experience can be one long fun ride. The surf here has created lava and granite caves. The tunnels of the North Shore are always directly in the path of Hawaii's famous ten-meter surf. These caves are no more than 150 meters high. These limestone caves see constant tidal action, which can creep hundred of meters or kilometers deeper into the cliffs. The waves create problems mostly around the smaller entrances. If you are planning to visit the Asian caves, then the dangers there maybe different.
The tropical waters of South-East Asia are filled with limestone islands and limestone caves. The caves here, than in Hawaii, extend for miles and consist of complex stalactite-filled branches, low overhangs, and high ceilings, which often open and close with the on coming tide. Once you are through into the cave, the water is less flat. But that doesn’t mean the dangers are in any way less. Since a large quantity of water funnels through these caves, and over submerged rocks, you will find enormous midstream whirlpools. You need to be an expert or be with an expert to save yourself from getting anywhere close to them. Your kayak will constantly be bouncing off submerged and encrusted rocks, which can tear your boat to shreds and the fast and dark rivers can drown even the best of swimmers.
All in all Kayak Caving is a dangerous sport that get the adrenaline rushing straight to the head, but then which sport isn’t?
