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in front of the waterside office. From May to October it organises guided botanical and
bio-watching (as in observing biodiversity) walks.
Given its gorgeous crystal-clear waters,
diving
and
snorkelling
are predictably big on El-
ba between June and September. Otherwise, explore the island and its watery surrounds
(not to mention a treasure trove of tiny hidden coves and beaches inaccessible on foot) by
sailing boat
,
motor boat
or
kayak
.
Sea Kayak Italy
( 348 2290711;
www.seakayakitaly.com
)
Sea-kayaking courses, excursions and - the real ex-
perience not to be missed - a two-day kayaking trek departing from Marciana Marina
with a spot of fishing, an overnight camp on the beach and a campfire dinner of just-
caught fish (€140, minimum two people). True enthusiasts can encircle the entire island in
seven magical days (€450).
KAYAKING
Il Viottolo
( 329 7367100;
www.ilviottolo.com
; Via Fucini 279, Marino di Campo)
Vertical trekking, moon-
light trekking, archaeological and mineralogy treks, mountain biking, snorkelling and sea
kayaking are among the guided expeditions (ranging from two hours to all day) offered by
this Marino di Campo-based adventure specialist.
TREKKING, BIKING
Enfola Diving Center
( 339 6791367;
www.enfoladivingcenter.it
; Enfola; Jun-Sep)
Get set up with gear, tuition and
guides at this diving and snorkelling school on Enfola beach, 6km west of Portoferraio.
DIVING
Diving in Elba
(
www.divinginelba.com
)
Ogle at coloured walls buzzing with eagle rays, sun fish, barracudas
and a couple of wrecks of Roman cargo boats, with this school, the island's largest. It op-
erates 25-odd diving sites along Elba's north coast and has offices in Portoferraio, La Bi-
odola and Procchio.
DIVING
