Paddle your way through America's most amazing destinations.
Kayaking tours bring you closer to some of nature's most amazing wonders—sights you wouldn't otherwise be able to experience from land. From exploring saltwater marshes to finding hidden waterfalls and hiking trails, you never know what you might discover next. Beginners and seasoned paddlers alike can explore the world from a different perspective with these 10 best kayaking tours in the U.S.
Oahu has become synonymous with eco-adventures and no trip to the island is complete without stepping off land and embarking on a water-filled journey. Their kayak tours take place in picturesque He’eia State Park, featuring beautiful mountain backdrops and crystal blue water. Book a professionally-guided kayak and snorkel tour, or make your adventure!
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The diverse wildlife you’ll discover on this epic adventure is reason enough to join a tour. Groups are small so you can get the most from your experience. Leopard sharks and sea lions call the area home, as well as other marine life in four unique environments.
Florida’s oldest city is a treasure trove of curiosities on and in the water. You might just encounter some of its famous wildlife, including dolphins, manatees, and sea turtles on your adventure. If you have beginners in your group or you're traveling with family, try their Dolphin Experience tour. To see everything from monkeys to alligators, check out the Silver Springs State Park Wildlife Tour.
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Maui is brimming with Hawaiian sea life and your kayak will take you closer than ever to see it all! Tour guests have reported snorkeling with turtles and seeing gorgeous reef fish that make every moment of this tour magical.
Whether you want a quiet paddling experience along the smooth saltwater marshes or you prefer seeing manatees and other marine life, you’ve got plenty of kayak tours to choose from with Savannah Canoe and Kayak. They offer half-day and full-day tours to give you as much adventure as you can handle.
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Kayak is the best way to explore the geological wonders of Glen Canyon and Lake Powell. The tour company offers a variety of tours for paddlers of all skill levels, with some tours combining paddling with hiking and even camping!
The 45-mile stretch of Labyrinth Canyon is a sight to behold. This multi-day guided paddling trip offers plenty of time for camping and hiking to give your paddling arms a break.
Key West is brimming with ecological discoveries that you can only experience via kayak. Tour guides teach you all the basics of paddling so don’t let a lack of experience scare you off. Cruise through mangroves, see Key West wildlife, and even fish straight from your kayak!
One of Mount Pleasant's most beloved tour companies offers a variety of kayaking tours through its famed marshlands. From sunset adventures to dolphin watching to combination kayak-and-hiking tours on Bull Island, there’s something for every interest and skill level.
Napa Valley isn’t just wine country—it’s also an opportunity to explore its diverse river life! Join the River History Tour and get a history lesson while you paddle past the area’s most scenic sites.
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Alli Hill is a freelance content writer and mom of two. She spends most of her free time exploring the great outdoors by trail or by kayak. She is also the founder and director of FreelanceSpeak, a blog to support other freelance creatives.
