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Kayaking & Water Sports

The best way to explore the Bay Area? From the actual bay! Join us for a kayaking class beneath the Golden Gate Bridge or a coastal paddle along Point Reyes National Seashore.

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Day Trip
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Tomales Bay Kayak Tour

2 reviews with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars

4 hours

Moderate

Tomales Bay State Park

From $179

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Outdoor Class
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Introduction to Coastal Kayaking

5 reviews with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars

6 hours

Moderate

Richmond Marina

From $229

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Day Trip
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Kayak Tour of Brooks Island

4 reviews with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars

4 hours

Easy Active

Richmond Marina

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Outdoor Class
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Learn to Kayak Class

168 reviews with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars

4 hours

Easy Active

Richmond Marina

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Day Trip
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Point Reyes Wildlife Kayak Tour

4 reviews with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars

4 hours

Moderate

Point Reyes National Seashore

From $179

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Rent Gear

You’ve got plans, we’ve got gear. Stop by one of our rental locations to get outfitted for your next adventure.

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Tips and advice from REI experts and Bay Area locals

A woman paddles her kayak on a lake

Expert Advice

Getting Started Kayaking

Learn how to kayak via the basics, including paddling techniques, methods for launching your kayak and essential equipment recommendations.

two people paddle boarding

Expert Advice

Paddle Boarding for Beginners

This beginner-level series covers everything you need to know for your first time going stand up paddle boarding.

A person doing yoga stands in Mountain Pose on a stand up paddle board on a lake.

Expert Advice

Paddle Board Yoga Basics

Doing yoga on a stand up paddle board is a wonderful way to experience nature while increasing balance and focus. Learn how to get started.