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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.

Classes & Events

Day Trip
two kayakers paddling

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
two kayakers paddling near rocks

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
a group of kayakers carrying oars and a kayak

Learn to Kayak Class

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

4 hours

Easy Active

Richmond Marina

From $149

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Day Trip
a kayaker preparing a kayak on a beach

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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