Kayaking Adventures
Each guided kayak adventure begins with an
introduction to kayaking basics, proper paddle-stroke technique, and all the necessary kayaking equipment and required safety instruction. After this lesson, you’ll hit the water with your guide and
a paddling partner in a Tandem Kayak*. We only use Closed-Deck Traditional Tandem Kayaks, which are warmer, dryer, more comfortable, faster and
easier to paddle & maneuver, versus Sit-On-Top Rental Kayaks, which can be leaky, wet, awkward, slow and uncomfortable.
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Which Adventure should I choose...?
Our most popular tour is Sausalito's Richardson Bay which offers milder conditions, typically has more wildlife encounters and provides the extraordinary experience of viewing the world famous "floating home" community from the water.
Some adventurers choose to experience a more urban setting and paddle on the San Francisco Bay to McCovey Cove and the Giant's World Series Championship AT&T Park. This tour also offers a chance to encounter wildlife and majestic city views.
-Choose a morning tour for a relaxing scenic experience with wildlife sightings; and for children.
-Choose an afternoon tour when the winds can creates a more vigorous experience & overall athletic challenge.
-Choose a late afternoon tour or an evening tour for a more romantic adventure.
*All of our kayaking
adventures take place in tandem (2 person) kayaks - on a limited pre-qualified basis we allow intermediate to advanced
kayakers to go solo. For safety reasons, this generally requires the
participant to have wet
exit and re-entry certification in a traditional sit-in kayak. If you
have this certification, please contact us in advance of your tour.
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San Francisco
Bay
McCovey Cove & AT&T Park!
(Home of the World Series Champions - San Francisco Giants)
Experience the thrill of kayaking on the San Francisco Waterfront and, if the Giants are playing, look for a home
run "splash down" ball to sail into the water. This paddle takes you to
McCovey Cove and through Mission Creek, a serene route protected by seawalls and
beaches - Be sure to keep an eye out for the friendly harbor seals and bat rays!
Sunset/Moonlight Paddle
This
is the most incredible trip you
can do
in the Bay Area at night! As you paddle along the San Francisco Waterfront be mesmerized by the beautiful city lights which add to the ambiance as the sun sets and the moon rises.
Full Moon Paddle
Experience an enchanting kayak adventure along the San Francisco waterfront with the illumination
of the full moon as it rises over the horizon. This relaxing paddle celebrates the peaceful atmosphere created
as the
moon and water dance together - A truly magical and unique experience! (2 to 3-days/month)
Farmer's Market Tour
(by special reservation, half-day trip)
Combining two to the City's favorite activities - eating and kayaking! This tour takes you along the Embarcadero waterfront to the world-famous San Francisco Ferry Building - Farmer's Market.
We will disembark to sample and shop at nearly a hundred different vendors and creative food artisans before returning with our gourmet treasures! Be sure to bring your appetite and your favorite tote!!
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Sausalito Waterfront
Houseboat Tour
Paddle on the Richardson Bay to see harbor seals, pelicans, cormorants, egrets and herons, while meandering
among the eclectic and artistic floating home community. The spectacular beauty of this tour includes views of Angel Island, Alcatraz, Treasure Island, San
Francisco, Tiburon, Belvedere, Mt. Tamalpais and the Marin Headlands.
Sausalito Downtown Waterfront
This kayaking adventure takes you along Sausalito’s beautiful and picturesque commercial
waterfront yet leaves the terrestrial-tourist experience on a distant shore. Leave
the traffic, shopping bags, and cable car snow-globe tchotchkies behind
while you celebrate the famed beauty of the Sausalito waterfront from
the serenity
of your own personal island paradise!
Angel Island Crossing
(by special reservation, half-day trip)
For the
ultimate Sausalito and Richardson Bay adventure, paddle across the formidable Raccoon Strait to Angel Island!
This kayak adventure offers a challenging paddle
with a
plethora of marine wildlife encounters and picturesque views of the San
Francisco skyline, Alcatraz, the Bay Bridge, Treasure Island and one of the best waterfront views of the
Golden Gate Bridge. This paddle is suitable for athletic
beginners with gusto and an adventurous “can do” spirit!!
Sunset/Moonlight Paddle
This
is the most incredible trip you
can do
in Sausalito at night! Be
mesmerized by the beautiful houseboats and city lights which add to the ambiance as the sunsets and the moon rises.
Full Moon Paddle
Experience an enchanting kayak
adventure along the Sausalito waterfront with the
illumination
of the full moon as it rises over the horizon. This
relaxing paddle celebrates the peaceful atmosphere created
as the
moon and water dance together - A truly magical and unique experience! (2 to 3-days/month)
Golden Gate Bridge
(by special reservation, half-day trip)This is our most challenging
kayak tour, designed for those with previous kayaking experience. We
will launch at Horseshoe Cove and paddle underneath the Golden Gate
Bridge. The winds
and currents will
determine how far we paddle toward the lighthouse at Point Bonita. This
is a magnificent way to
experience
the Bay, with
dramatic views
of the Golden Gate
Bridge, Point Diablo, Sea Cliff & Land's End, and the
San Francisco skyline.
If we're lucky, we may even see porpoise!
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Tomales
Bay
(by special reservation, half-day trip)
Situated along the Point Reyes National Seashore, the 12-mile
long Tomales Bay is one of the largest protected bays on the west coast,
and is home to harbor seals, bat rays, leopard sharks, osprey, egrets, pelicans, and Tule elk. This calm water paddle is sure to reconnect you with nature and inspire greater appreciation for the peaceful sport of sea kayaking. After a wonderful
morning paddle with San Francisco Kayak, be sure to explore the enchanting town of Point Reyes Station where you can enjoy wonderful artisan delights such as, Cowgirl Creamery, Bovine Bakery and Cafe Reyes' famous wood-oven baked pizza! (This tour is by special reservation only, half-day trip)
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Kayak Photo Safari
Kayak Photo Safari includes a waterproof camera on your guided adventure to capture all of the wonderful wildlife sightings - Creating a treasured memory and souvenir.
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Baja
Experience the joy of paddling in Mexico's Sea of
Cortez! This kayaking tour is by special reservation and is customized to your adventure and travel desires.
A typical expedition explores the
extraordinary Isla Espiritu Santo, a wonderful sea-kayaking destination, with white sand beaches, breath-taking sunsets and abundant, fresh, south-of-the-border food and drink!
Along with kayaking and snorkeling in warm, crystal-clear waters, you will have
plenty
of free time for hiking the island and exploring
canyons with amazing rock formations and fascinating local plant life.
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