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PORTLAND PADDLE

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• Map Marker SMCC Boat Launch , South Portland
• Hour Glass 2 Hours
• User Ages 16+

Winter Kayaking Trips

Come join us for a two hour wintery paddle in Casco Bay, departing from South Portland! We will provide all necessary cold weather paddling gear. The trip runs as long as Casco Bay is relatively calm.

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• Map Marker Portland, Maine
• User Ages 10+

Sunset Sea Kayak Tour

Glide across Casco Bay in Portland, ME as the sun begins to set! This trip involves a leisurely paddle just far enough along the waterfront or into the islands to enjoy a panoramic view of the sun setting over the city as we paddle back to the East End Beach.

• Hour Glass 3 Hours

Fort Gorges Sea Kayak Tour

Kayak across Portland harbor to one of the most fascinating historic sites on the Maine coast.  This is a 3-hour guided sea kayak tour with a visit to Portland’s legendary Fort Gorges!

• Hour Glass 14 Hours
• User Ages 15+

Intro to Sea Kayak Weekend Workshop

Learn the basic skills and techniques of sea kayaking during our two-day Intro to Sea Kayaking Weekend Workshop! Designed for anyone new to ocean paddling.

• Hour Glass 4 Hours
• User Ages 12+

Half Day Kayak Tour

Island-hop your way through Casco Bay in Portland, ME! This trip offers an island-hopping adventure in the archipelago of gorgeous islands in Casco Bay that lie between the open ocean and Portland harbor.

• Hour Glass 3 Days
• User Ages 13+

Casco Bay Traverse Three Day

Experience the breadth of Casco Bay and its hundreds of islands by joining this three-day journey on the Maine Island Trail. This is our most popular trip, and it includes visits to some of the most fascinating islands on the Maine coast.

Intro to Sea Kayak Rescues

Learn how to rescue yourself and others in the event of a capsize. This course will give you a chance to learn and practice some of the most tried and true kayak rescues!

Muscongus Bay Three-Day Trip

This three-day trip explores the sea kayaking wonderland that is Muscongus Bay. This bay, speckled with tiny islands, sparsely populated and home to abundant wildlife, makes it one of our favorite destinations for multi-day sea kayaking trips on the Maine coast.

• Hour Glass 4 Days

Penobscot to Acadia Expedition

This 4-day expedition for intermediate to advanced paddlers explores the island-dense stretch of waters between Penobscot Bay and Acadia National Park. The pink granite of the islands and the views of Acadia’s mountains create a magical sea kayaking experience like no other.

• Map Marker Maine Island Trail Association

Ocean Skills Workshop Series

We are now offering our Ocean Skills Workshops as a 3-part series of classroom, in-person workshops. Join us and learn some essential skills of ocean paddling!

About Portland Paddle

Portland Paddle offers sea kayak and stand-up paddleboard (SUP) rentals, tours and lessons in Portland, ME. We provide paddling adventures for all skill levels, including complete beginners. Portland Paddle is located a short drive or walk from downtown Portland at the East End Beach. Our site on the waterfront of Casco Bay is perfectly situated for paddling. We are a seasonal business open from mid-May to mid-October. Our hours may vary in the spring and fall.

Updates & News From Portland Paddle

Paddling the 2024 peaks to portland swim.

How to Rent a Kayak for the Peaks to Portland Swim on July 20, 2024 Every year Portland Paddle opens by 6:00 AM on the day of the Peaks to Portland swim so that people who are renting our kayaks have time to paddle to Peaks Island well before the race starts. (Each swimmer in…

April 29, 2024

Science, Conservation, and Outdoors Events with our Friends and Partners

Upcoming Events in Greater Portland to Get You Excited About Paddling Season! Portland Paddle partners with a number of excellent non profit organizations around the greater Portland and Casco Bay region to preserve natural and open space, protect wildlife and ecosystems, and spread the joys of outdoor recreation. We are excited to share just some…

April 22, 2024

Paddle boarding and SUP Racing with Cathy Nugent

An Interview with P2 Community Member Cathy Nugent This winter we’re sharing a series of conversations with Portland Paddle guides, each one focused on a specific topic related to paddling the Maine coast. Today we’re talking with Cathy Nugent on falling in love with paddleboarding and getting started in SUP racing. Comments have been edited…

April 18, 2024

Our Clients Love Kayaking in Portland, Maine with Us!

We had such an outstanding experience! We went for my SIL birthday and to be honest I was super nervous. Our guide was amazing and made us feel so comfortable. We were given dry suites to wear over our clothes and he walked us through everything we needed to know before launching into the bay. He was calm and had such great energy. We paddled all the way to Cushing Island, stopped on a beach to eat our packed lunches and then paddled back. I felt safe the whole time and we had a blast. It was a beautiful day and I will be going again for sure!

My sister, father and I did a 2-night, 3-day kayaking adventure with Portland Paddle. It was an all around incredible experience!! From my initial conversations with the owner, Zach, to booking (and asking a million questions) with Eric to the most skilled, down to earth and thoughtful guide - Garrison - we were treated with kindness, patience, and professionalism by the whole team and had a trip of a lifetime!! Can’t thank you all enough (especially Garrison!!) for making my Dad’s 75th bday one to remember :) We highly recommended Portland Paddle!

I took a half day tour around Casco Bay, led by Janet Robinson. The trip was wonderful. Janet is very knowledgeable and a skilled kayaker. She took us out just beyond one of the peninsulas so we could see the expanse of the ocean and hit 3 foot rollers. They were awesome, and a new experience for me. We stopped at Fort Gorgeous for lunch and then paddles back to our launch site. I have been on several trips and kayak workshops with Portland Paddle. In my opinion they are one of the best commercial kayak outfits in the Portland, Maine area.

We had an amazing time on the Fort tour. Perfect for myself who hasn’t kayaked in years and my 13 year old son. Kyle was our tour guide and he was awesome!! Kyle made the adventure even more fun. He was helpful and knowledgeable. The tour of the fort was really cool. My son loved exploring the fort. Perfect for a teen. Portland Paddle has so many different tours to choose from. It was very easy to book. I would recommend Portland Paddle to anyone looking for a great time!!

I did the Fort Gorges Kayak Tour and was not disappointed! They were able to accommodate me as a solo kayaker without any issue. Our guide, Alonso, was a really great guide. He was super friendly and positive and approachable and gave us lots of interesting tid bits of information about the local wildlife, and or course about Fort Gorges. The gear was good, the service was even better. They were able to also help change my trip last minute. Would highly recommend!

Alonzo was an excellent tour guide. He prepared us prior to departure by running through the equipment and safety procedures, then guided us to Fort Gorges... Alonzo was super safety conscious, which was comforting, and since I’m older he took special care to help me so I didn’t fall when walking around the fort.

Highly recommend. We went on the Fort Gorges tour yesterday morning and had a great experience. Our guide, Henry, gave us a kayaking tutorial (how to hold the paddle, how to steer etc.) prior to us pushing off from East End Beach. He was helpful and knowledgeable about the history of the Fort and gave us plenty of time to explore before we headed back in. I'm looking forward to taking some of the other tours and classes offered here in the near future.

We did the sunset kayak tour in a double kayak. The instructor was fantastic. I can't believe I'm forgetting her name but she paddled the whole coast in 2020 with her friend. It was very well organized, safe, and fun. She explained what different locations were around us out there in the water and some history. Also just talked to each of us in general. It was very nice. Highly recommend it.

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• Hike to the base of the towers
• Kayak or fish Toro Lake
• Search for Condors & other fauna

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• Enjoy exploratory canoe trips
• Visit the Parrot Clay Licks
• Kayak though the Indillama River
• Learn from Kichwa women

Galapagos Multisport

• Kayak and snorkel among wildlife
• Learn about Galapagos conservation
• Cycle to Isabela's coastline
• Snorkel in Concha Perla
• Hike the rim of an active caldera
• View giant Galapagos tortoises

Discover Argentina

• Visit Buenos Aires and Tigre Delta
• Enjoy wine tasting in Mendoza
• Explore Bariloche and Patagonia

Torres del Paine Multisport

• Kayak on Lago Grey with icebergs
• Biking with views of the Towers
• Horseback ride with gaucho guides

Awasi Patagonia

• Stay in luxurious Awasi Patagonia
• Join private guided excursions
• Enjoy chef Fredercio Zigler's meals

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• Learn about local conservation
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• Visit beautiful coral sand beaches
• Snorkel among green sea turtles
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Galapagos Southeast Islands

• Visit Cerro Brujo´s lava formations
• Hike across Española Island
• Swim and snorkel at Devil´s Crown

Volcanic Wonders

• Cruise around Kicker Rock
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• Snorkel or stand up paddle board

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• Visit a penguin rookery
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Maine State: Sea Kayak & E-Bike

West side kayaking tours and e-bike rentals in acadia national park.

A message from the Owner/Operator-

Mount Desert Island is experiencing a major housing crisis. Post pandemic we lost most of our staff housing, as these properties were sold to those seeking the paradise, we all enjoy here. This has caused my team to be understaffed for the past few seasons. Due to this crisis, we are adapting, and focusing our dedicated staff members to our already reserved guests and ensuring that their experience with us is our first priority. As is the case with many other sectors of the hospitality industry, we are turning more to technology to help us provide our guests with the phenomenal level of service that earned us the ranking as Bar Harbor’s, Southwest Harbor’s, and Mount Desert Island’s number 1 activity!

This also means that we ask our guests to do their research on us, check out our website, especially the “Everything you need to know” which can be found under the “more” tab at the top of our webpage. Our phone lines may be more tied up, and it may take a little longer to get back to you, but we will do our best.

If you are already reserved for a tour, please read your confirmation email carefully. In this email, you will have total ownership over your reservation. All cancellations, and modifications to your reservation MUST be done through the confirmation email, as we may not have staff able to assist you in a timely manner. The silver lining is that this will offer you the convenience of 24/7 access to your group’s appointment!

This organization, and the team of dedicated individuals working hard to become the highlight of your vacation experience, are my life’s dream.

We cannot wait to share the wonders of Mount Desert Island’s western shores with you and yours.

Wholeheartedly,

Brad Jordan and Team.

Mount Desert Island Kayak and E-bike Locations

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Hello, My name is Brad Jordan, and I am the owner/operator of Maine State Sea Kayak! This is my life’s dream, and I welcome you to Mount Desert Island (MDI).

Since 1990, Maine State Sea Kayak has been delighting adventurers with specialized kayak tours in Acadia National Park and along the coastlines of MDI. Our excursions primarily utilize tandem sea kayaks made here in Maine. This allows us an opportunity to cover larger distances in a safe and comfortable manner.

Our guide team works diligently to choose the best routes for our participants, highlighting natural, historic, and cultural wonders of the Acadia region. Our routes allow us to respectfully paddle through wildlife habitat, to feel solitude on our excursions, and to focus on providing more purposeful paddling opportunities!

Core values: We are driven by six core values: Build The Team, Be Safe, Share The Passion, Respect Wildlife, Promote Youth Paddling and Be Environmental Stewards.

Why Choose Us?

• Closest to Nature  – This is our promise to you! If you wish to paddle the quiet-side, we are the only sea kayak company regularly paddling the western shores.
• Aqua-Safari’s – The name says it all! Our guide’s are master interpreters of their environment. They work diligently while with you to interpret the routes we paddle, to share knowledge of our surroundings, and foster love for nature and all that inhabits it. There is a reason Jeff Corwin chose us when he visited Acadia.
• Commitment to the Environment – We believe we are extremely blessed to have the opportunity to operate on Acadia’s quiet-side! We strive to give back, to reduce our footprint, to engage locals and visitors in beach clean-ups and initiatives aimed at preserving this beautiful island habitat. We are also Maine’s highest-rated sea kayak outfitter! We thank our team for this!
• Perfect safety record
• All guide’s required to demonstrate/maintain rescue and paddle skills beyond holding guide license
• Fresh, yet experienced ownership- A fresh set of eyes goes a long ways in terms of safety, program planning, and marketing. Procedures should continuously be reviewed/improved upon. It is difficult to do so without seeing the entire operation- Brad is actively involved on every level, seeking feedback from his peers and reaching out to industry leaders- because he is aware that stagnation is risky to business. He focuses on building teams, and allows the rest to occur naturally.

Over 900+ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reviews for Kayaking in Maine!

Wonderful Kayaking Tour

"Wonderful ocean kayaking tour around the coast of Mount Desert Island / Acadia National Park! Andrew, our guide, was very knowledgable and pointed out lots of wildlife during the trip."

Excellent Day on the Water

"This trip was amazing. We saw seals, bald eagles, crabs, and several other shore birds. Our guide was Andrew and he was great at explaining the area where we kayaked and knew about the birds we were seeing. A great time was had by all. Definitely a great day on the water."

Wonderful Experience!

"We really enjoyed our tour with Kyle! He was friendly & informative. It was a beautiful day and seeing the wild life was amazing! Highly recommend!"

Great Experience!

"This was a great outing. We saw many birds, a few distant seals and harbor porpoise and a bald eagle on our trip! Kyle was an excellent guide and was very knowledgable. Cody was a great driver and the trip was reasonably priced."

Kayaking Tours

Port orford area, port orford, or, orford heads snorkeling and kayak tour, get a unique view both above and below the surface on this incredible kayaking and snorkeling combo tour..

• Approximately 3 Hours
• Beginner to Advanced

Port Orford Ocean Kayak Fishing Tour

Join us for outstanding fishing on the southern oregon coast. we provide the kayak, gear, and guides on all of our fishing trips in the port orford area..

• 4 Hours (Suggested Minimum)
• Beginner to Advnaced

Port Orford Ocean Wildlife Kayaking

Join south coast tours for a scenic paddle filled with wildlife and breathtaking views of the southern oregon coast..

• 2 1/4 Hours
• Beginners to Advanced depending on the conditions

Gold Beach Area

Pedal & paddle combo tour – pine grove, you get the best of both worlds on this awesome tour..

• 5 - 6 Hours
• Talented Beginners - Intermediate

Cougar Lane Lodge

Rogue river copper canyon, join us for a majestic day trip down the rogue river..

• Approx 6 Hours
• Intermediate

Forest Service Quasatana Campground boat launch which is 15 miles from Gold Beach up Jerry’s Flat rd.

Scenic flatwater paddle on the wild and scenic rogue river, join south coast tours for a scenic paddle down a beautiful, calm stretch of the rogue river., up the rogue river near ageness at foster bar, wild and scenic whitewater rogue river trip, join south coast tours for an adventurous paddle down the rogue river.

• Talented Beginners to Intermediate

Brookings Area

Arch rock/samuel boardman, arches territory via inflatable kayak, join south coast tours for a paddle trip filled with secret coves, amazing rock arches, and islands along the southern oregon coast..

• Intermediate to Advanced

Brookings Harbor, OR

Brookings ocean kayak fishing tour, join us for outstanding fishing on the southern oregon coast. we provide the kayak, gear, and guides on all of our fishing trips in brookings., brookings, or, kayak brookings – chetco river, join south coast tours for a fresh water paddle via the mouth of the chetco river..

• Approx 2 Hours
• Beginners to Advanced

Kayak Brookings – Ocean

Join south coast tours for a salt water paddle via the mouth of the chetco river., bandon & coos bay area, bandon coquille river tour, join south coast tours for a scenic paddle filled with wildlife and history..

• Beginners to Intermediate

South Slough kayak launch at Hinch rd, OR 43°16'34.0"N 124°19'12.1"W

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South Coast Tours offers a variety of fully equipped 2-20 person tours as well as custom overnight tours. We also do tours in the Bandon and Coos Bay region.

The mighty Coos Bay estuary has a ton of paddling opportunities including the nations first National Estuarine Research Reserve in the South Slough of Coos Bay.

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Turtle Reef Discovery

Makena bay kayaking and snorkeling.

Makena Bay is our kayaking and snorkeling destination, famous for the Green Sea Turtle population and exceptional paddling conditions.. Not far from Makena Landing is an area called “Turtle Town”. Turtle Town is the home to a high concentration of Hawaiian Green Sea turtles (honu’s). It is very common here to also see rays and dolphins as well as the Hawaiian monk seal. During whale season (October thru April) you will have the opportunity to see Humpback whales during their annual migration to the Islands to mate and give birth.

TURTLE REEF DISCOVERY – Info and Pricing

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South Maui Premier

Our South Maui Premier tour is a great trip for those looking for a full morning of kayaking and snorkeling Maui’s beautiful south coast, Anyone needing more water time, snorkeling and sunshine, this 4.5 mile paddle is the trip youre looking for. Expect a full morning of kayaking, exceptional snorkeling, reef life, beautiful corals, and turtles everywhere. Enjoy the scenic areas along Makena with epic views of Haleakala and snorkel up to three different locations. We adjust this trip to either be more kayaking or more snorkeling (group vote) and more than likely it’s a unanimous decision depending on the conditions of the day.

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Makena Whale Watch

During whale season, our Turtle Reef Discovery activity becomes our Whale Watch tour! This is a really inspiring trip! There is nothing like viewing a Humpback Whale from ocean level in a kayak, it’s a breathtaking experience! Whales seem to appreciate the quietness of a kayak compared to a boat and they tend to approach us more. (Of course, we don’t approach them, they approach us!!). This is one of our more popular trips during whale season and we’ll make sure to sneak in some snorkeling time with the sea turtles.

South Maui Kayaking – Makena Landing

Our South Maui kayaking tours start from Makena Landing at Makena Beach Park. Located just minutes south of Kihei and Wailea, Makena Beach Park is one of the best premier locations for South Maui kayaking and snorkeling. Here you will enjoy gentle ocean conditions, gorgeous coastlines and underwater reefs with an excellent variety of unique sea life.

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Kayaking maui’s amazing coastlines, snorkeling maui’s pristine waters, maui surf lessons, maui stand-up paddling lessons, south pacific kayaks offers maui’s best kayaking trips, amazing snorkeling adventures, fun and safe surf lessons and stand-up paddling lessons that are fun for the whole family..

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ORCA COVE ALASKA OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

Sea kayaking tours - ketchikan, ak, ketchikan's original fast boat & sea kayak tour, intimate sea kayaking tours with professional guides.

We pride ourselves on offering intimate excursions featuring local guides and professional educators with a passion for being on the water in southeast Alaska.

Our compelling Ketchikan kayak tours come second to none. Whether you visit Alaska, for the beautiful mountain ranges plummeting directly into the sea or to experience one of the last magnificent wild places left on earth, our 3 hour fast boat & sea kayaking cruise excursions are the perfect fit for your cruise ship itinerary. While you enjoy the entire experience on the water, you’ll likely get a close look at animals in their natural environment. From the immense array of sea stars to the feeding, migratory whales, the extraordinary bald eagles and curious resident seals and sea lions, our Ketchikan, Alaska, cruise excursions offer something for the entire family.

                        We meet, depart and return directly to/from the cruise docks downtown Ketchikan.

• Max 6 Guests!

ORCA COVE FAST BOAT & SEA KAYAK TOUR

• Hour Glass 3 hours
• User Ages 5+

"THE HIGHLIGHT OF OUR ALASKAN CRUISE!"

Southeast Sea Kayaks started in Ketchikan over 23 years ago with a van and a couple of kayaks. We are a little bigger these days, but not too much bigger.

We’re now owned and operated by the same people who run the Ketchikan Kayak Co.  who have been #1 on Trip Advisor for 6 years in a row! You won’t find our tours sold onboard any cruise ships, and tour groups are still small and intimate featuring local and professional guides.

With a max of 6 guests per trip, you’re always guaranteed a fun, intimate experience!

GREAT ACTIVITY WITH BEAUTIFUL VIEWS AND KNOWLEDGEABLE GUIDES

"I can not thank you enough for a wonderful kayaking trip. Charlie was a great captain and Matt a wonderfully informative guide. You made our day!!! Good luck to our fellow kayakers in Georgia. We highly recommend your company and kayaking experience. Thank you again."

"Very friendly staff, nice facilities, relaxing and educational kayak trip. Our guide, a retired veterinarian, was seasoned and experienced and made for a fun outing. The snacks on the boat after our kayak ride hit the spot."

"Our guide Kevin was stellar; informative and entertaining. The water was calm enough even for a couple of novices, and the scenery was breathtaking. We both would highly recommend the tour company and Kevin as a guide."

"The scenery was spectacular, and we saw eagles, as well as eagles nest, Harbor seals and sea lions, were present and of course jumping salmon. The guide, Courtney, was pleasant and quite knowledgable."

• Destinations

Sea Kayak Europe

Surrounded on three sides by seas, and with hundreds of rivers and lakes, Europe is a paddling paradise. We’ve chosen a few beautiful destinations that offer a superb European kayak adventure ! Our lodge-based kayak tours in the warm waters of the Mediterranean are idyllic.  Scotland’s Whisky Trail blends scenic paddles with cultural immersion.  The mix of paddling by day with comfortable, authentic local accommodations at night, makes for the perfect recipe for a life-enriching journey.  Imagine paddling along the dramatic and mountainous coast of Corsica just south of mainland France. Or in the turquoise waters of the Adriatic off the coast of Croatia; the deep-blue of the Ionian Sea along the coast of Albania and Greek island of Corfu or; the lapping waters of Scotland’s Atlantic.  The paddling is generally moderate on these trips, although we can lengthen distances and options for more enthusiastic and experienced kayakers. 

Compelling Corsica: Kayaking in France

Three Country Kayak Adventure

Kayaking, Walking & Whisky

Kayaking the Ionian Sea & Exploring Albania

Kayak Turkey's Carian Coast

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For nature-lovers, the mountainous island of Corsica, birthplace of Napoleon, is like nowhere else in Europe.  Unlike Sardinia to the south, which has developed much of its coastline, Corsica remains wild and sparsely populated. Our French kayaking tour, Compelling Corsica, features a mix of hiking and sea kayaking.  The trip is planned to allow for maximum flexibility so we can hike or kayak on various days, depending on the weather.  A highlight is paddling in the UNESCO World Heritage area of Gulf of Girolata and the Scandola Reserve.  Pink sandstone cliffs, mountains that jut abruptly from the sea, warm, welcoming water and delicious French cuisine make this trip a winner!  In fact, it was chosen by National Geographic Traveler magazine as one of their 2015 Tours of a Lifetime!

Three-Country Kayaking Tour

Further east we offer a couple of kayaking options in the Adriatic and Ionian seas.  Our signature Three-Country European kayak tour features paddling in Croatia, Montenegro and Albania!  No one other than Sea Kayak Adventures offers this incredible combination of culture and kayaking.  Starting in the legendary walled-city of Dubrovnik, we paddle a few days in the Elafiti Islands where cobble-stone beaches, centuries-old stone houses and magical azure waters await.  Lodging is in a local bed and breakfast with delectable Croatian meals each day.  We paddle to and from our base island each day, exploring the beauty and intrigue of the area.

From here we head south to Montenegro for a kayak tour of Kotor Bay, another Renaissance-era town with narrow streets and warm architecture.  We continue south to overnight in the coastal town of Budva.  Our next morning takes us to Albania, the once-forbidden country that only opened to tourism in the 1990’s.  Here we have a marvelous mix of kayaking the Ionian sea and experiencing the unusual mix of Ottoman-era architecture and culture influenced in the past century by close ties to Italy.  The local cuisine expresses this mixed pedigree in scrumptious meals that are the best of what is today considered Turkish cuisine, with a splash of Italian influence.  We meet and interact with many locals along the way as we learn about the fascinating and complex history of this corner of Europe.  

Albania Kayaking Tour

We also offer a sea kayak and walking tour set entirely within Albania.  Our Kayaking the Ionian Sea trip offers a more complete introduction of the country and explores more of the interior.  Albania is a tapestry of Greek, Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman architecture and history.  The coast of white-sand beaches and rocky coves leads to a mountainous interior with spectacular peaks, pastoral valleys and wild river canyons.

Scotland Kayaking, Walking & Whisky

For those seeking a to explore the north of Europe, our Kayaking, Walking & Whisky – Scotland’s Highlands & Coast is an excellent choice with some of the best sea kayaking in Europe combined with hikes to explore sites and culture of the Scottish Highlands.  On this kayaking tour of Scotland, dramatic scenery of rugged coastline and verdant landscape join with castle ruins for a deep dive into history.

The trip explores Cairngorms National Park as well as the Scottish Sea Kayak trail, among many other highlights.  We stay in quaint country inns and small hotels, and visit several whisky distilleries as we journey.  A perfect blend of activity with culture, this is a trip to love.

Kayaking The Caria Coast of Turkey

The turquoise waters of Turkey are steeped in history and magic!  Join us to explore ancient Greek and Roman ruins, paddle between villages set among olive groves and swim in warm, transparent waters.  While this is a new trip for 2021, we've been going to Turkey since 1984 and know the country and its coastline well.  Superbly friendly people, one of the greatest cuisines in the world , and charming hotels and inns for comfortable overnights,  make this a marvelous trip.  Add time in Istanbul before or after your paddle,  where Byzantine and Ottoman architecture graces one of the most dramatic cityscapes you'll ever find.  For those with a bit more time,  also consider visiting other-worldly Cappadocia.

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Sea Kayak Coaching and Guiding on the Isle of Skye

Half Day Kayak Trips

This Sea Kayak Taster Session is ideal if you are if you are looking for things to do on Skye and are a bit pressed for time. Try out a kayak mini-adventure for complete beginners. This is perfect for families with children . Sessions run from Armadale on the Sound of Sleat or from Ord on Loch Eishort.

Full Day Sea Kayak Tours

Slow down your holiday and join us for a whole day, for one of the finest sea kayaking journeys in the Highlands and Islands. Our Full Day Kayak Adventures are suitable for completre beginners, but intermediate and advanced tours for more experienced kayakers are also available.

Sea Kayak Courses

Develop your Sea Kayak Skills and Confidence, whether you are looking for an Introduction to Sea Kayaking, learn Sea Kayak Basics or expand into the Moderate or Rough Water. Take your kayaking to the next level while enjoying the Skye scenery. Skye offers everything from flat calm waters, moderate water, rough seas and tide races.

Skye Sea Kayak Expeditions

Pack your tent, a nice bottle of wine and some delicious food into your kayak and go off on a wilderness adventure to explore the Isle of Skye. We will journey along the coast, camp on remote beaches and enjoy the evening sun, have a good night’s sleep and then continue to explore the coast. Does this sound like the kind of thing you would like to do? Come and join us!

Multi-Day Kayak Adventures

Discover the Isle of Skye in 5 Days of kayaking. We will explore different locations in the North of Skye as well as the South, travel along sea caves, islands, tide races, wildlife and stunning scenery. Locations may include Loch Bracadale, Loch Scavaig and Loch Coruisk, Rubha Hunish and the North End, Raasay, Lochalsh and the Sound of Sleat.

Tailor-made Kayak Experiences

Enjoy an exclusive kayak day just for you and your family or group. Perfect for your honeymoon, great for family days out in Skye or for bespoke kayak tours. You can visit like Eilean Donan Castle in Lochalsh or Loch Coruisk, Loch Scavaig and Loch Bracadale. Book a private day for your own special adventure. Also available in Gaelic!

Gift Vouchers

Treat your loved ones with a truly unforgettable experience and let them choose the date when it suits them. We can make you a beautiful voucher to give to friends, family or colleagues. Continue here to find out more.

Basic Kayak Skills for Safe Paddling

What skills do you need to go kayaking on your own or with friends? Kayaking is a wonderful sport and lets you see remote places, wildlife, gets you across to islands and can even be used for fishing. However, a few key techniques are needed to make sure you don’t end up needing the lifeboat out. Let’s look at those skills …

A Full Day Kayak Adventure on Loch Eishort

Loch Eishort in the south of the Isle of Skye must be one of the finest kayaking locations in Scotland. It’s a perfect place for beginners, but is just as beautiful for experts. The views from the west side of Sleat are breathtaking, with turquoise waters, white sands and the rugged, pointy mountain peaks of the Cuillin for a backdrop. Read more….

Sea Kayak Taster on the Sound of Sleat

If you have never tried out sea kayaking , there’s no better place than the Isle of Skye on the West Coast of Scotland. The south of the island is gentle and so close to the mainland that you get calm conditions, ideal for trying something new. No need to be a good swimmer or Ironman, we do our best to stay in the boat and out of the water.

Read more of our Blog for tips and trips about Sea Kayaking on Skye.

03/11/23 We are now closed for the winter. We will be relaxing, travelling and recharging our batteries for more adventures next year. However, bookings are open for courses, expeditions and shorter adventures in 2024. Have a look! Check availability below for groups up to 6, and get in touch for bigger groups. Some dates are still flexible, so please get in touch with any queries. We may not check our emails daily at this time of year, but we will get back to you as soon as we can.

26/06/23 We have had the most amazing spring. On Skye, you may want to call it summer, as it is often the warmest and driest time. We have had hot sunny days, dolphins and porpoise, and some wonderful groups. We’re now well into our busy season, so make sure you book well ahead, especially if there are more than 2 of you.

31/03/23 We are open for the season! We’ve already had a few really nice sessions out and are looking forward to welcoming you throughout the spring, summer and autumn.

03/01/23 Happy New Year! Bliadhna Mhath Ur! Frohes Neues! All our courses, expeditions, day and half day trips for 2023 are available to book online . We are looking forward to hearing from you.

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