Families
One of the things that I most appreciate about my parents was their teaching me a love of nature and the outdoors at a young age. I have fond memories of loading up the Chevy station wagon and heading out before the sun was up on some new adventure.
Now one of my favorite activities is sharing my love of kayaking with other families. Kayaking enables people of all ages and abilities to enjoy the outdoors and view nature from a very intimate setting. We have a natural curiosity for new sights, sounds and textures. If we play outside where our curiosity is rewarded, we keep those warm experiences with us throughout our lifetimes.
We make it very easy for your family to come along on our 3-hour local tours. We provide stable tandem kayaks so the big folks can double up with the little folks. We also have comfortable life vests for all shapes and sizes as well as paddles that fit large and small hands. Our ACA certified instructors make sure that your experience is safe and comfortable and fun!!
3-hour Sea Lion Kayak Tour on San Diego Bay
Join us for this fun and exciting tour by kayak on San Diego Bay.
We'll meet at Shelter Island for an introductory paddling lesson. Then we'll launch our kayaks for a beautiful tour of the bay traveling toward Point Loma.
Along the way we'll visit the marine mammal training area where they work with dolphins and sea lions. Then we paddle to the local bait barge where the California Sea Lions hang out. We also see many species of birds such as Brown Pelicans, Snowy Egrets, Double Crested Cormorants and Great Blue Herons.
We make it easy for you to join us on this paddle. We provide all the kayaks and equipment plus an 
introductory paddling lesson. No previous kayaking or swimming experience is required.
We use stable, comfortable 2-person kayaks that are easy to paddle for a safe, enjoyable day on the bay.
Bring your family and friends for an up-close-and-personal view of the California Sea Lions.
Cost is $44 per adult, $18 per child (2-14 years of age) sharing a kayak with an adult. Includes kayak, life vest, paddle, introductory lesson, and instructor/guide. $22 discount with your own kayak.
Call for group discounted pricing.
Reservations
To pay by credit card, click one of the links below with the date and time you want. This will take you to the page where you just select the quantity you want for each type of ticket. Then select the Check out with PayPal button where you can enter your credit card info. Your information is secure as we do not keep credit card information on our computers. Once your payment is made, a confirmation and more detailed information will be sent to you.
If you prefer to pay with a check, call us at 619-282-3520 or email us to reserve your space. Once your space is reserved, you can download and print the 2-page Trip Sign-up form. Just fill it out and mail it to the address on the form along with your check. Once your paperwork is received, a confirmation and more detailed information will be sent to you.
PURCHASE TICKETS NOW by clicking one of the dates and times below.
Sunday, May 26, 9am-noon - this session sold out
Sunday, May 26, 1-4pm - this session sold out
Saturday, June 1, 9am-noon
Saturday, June 1, 1-4pm
Sunday, June 9, 9am-noon - this session sold out
Sunday, June 9, 1-4pm
Saturday, June 15, 9am-noon
Saturday, June 15, 1-4pm
Fathers' Day Adventure - Sunday, June 16, 9am-noon
Sunday, June 16, 1-4pm - this session sold out
Sunday, June 23, 9am-noon
Sunday, June 23, 1-4pm
Sunday, June 30, 9am-noon - this session sold out
Sunday, June 30, 1-4pm
Bird and Turtle Discovery Tour, Chula Vista Wildlife Reserve
The Chula Vista Wildlife Reserve has just been modified with new tidal creeks and channels which allow the rising tides to coarse through the area more efficiently and create new habitat for fish.
This new environment creates a great habitat for endangered birds such as the light-footed clapper rail, western snowy plover, California least tern, and thousands of migratory birds, as well as the eastern Pacific green sea turtle.
Our weekend dates have the perfect tides for exploring and our quiet, slow-moving kayaks will not disturb the turtles or the neighboring bird habitats.
Bring your family and friends and come on down for an enjoyable few hours of exploring this beautiful nature reserve.
We make it easy for you to join us on this paddle. We provide all the kayaks, life vests and equipment plus an introductory paddling lesson. No previous kayaking or swimming experience is required.
We use stable, comfortable kayaks that are easy to paddle for a safe, enjoyable day on the bay.
Cost is $44 per adult, $18 per child (2-14 years of age) sharing a kayak with an adult. Includes kayak, life vest, paddle, introductory lesson, and instructor/guide. $22 discount with your own kayak.
Call for group discounted pricing.
Reservations
To pay by credit card, click one of the links below with the date and time you want. This will take you to the page where you just select the quantity you want for each type of ticket. Then select the Check out with PayPal button where you can enter your credit card info. Your information is secure as we do not keep credit card information on our computers. Once your payment is made, a confirmation and more detailed information will be sent to you.
If you prefer to pay with a check, call us at 619-282-3520 or email us to reserve your space. Once your space is reserved, you can download and print the 2-page Trip Sign-up form. Just fill it out and mail it to the address on the form along with your check. Once your paperwork is received, a confirmation and more detailed information will be sent to you.
Or PURCHASE TICKETS NOW online by clicking one of the dates and times below:
Sunday, February 24, 9am-noon
Sunday, March 24, 9am-noon
Dog Paddle on San Diego Bay
Bring your 4-legged pals along for some fun and exercise on this kayak excursion across San Diego Bay. 
After a brief session to get the dogs comfortable in the kayaks, and a quick paddling lesson for the humans, we will launch our kayaks to explore the Bay. After about an hour we land at the beach for a romp and playtime. After about 30 minutes of on-land fun we paddle back to our launch site.
Each session is 2 hours and is reserved just for you and your pup.
We do not do group sessions unless you have a group of friends and dogs that already know each other and get along.
We make it easy for you to join us on this paddle. We provide the kayaks, life vests and equipment plus an introductory paddling lesson. No previous kayaking or swimming experience is required.
We use stable, roomy kayaks that can accommodate any size dog. We can set up the kayaks for solo or tandem paddling. Each kayak can hold up to 500 lbs.
Bring your family and friends and come on down for an enjoyable day on the bay.
Cost is $44 per adult, $18 per child (2-14 years of age), $10 per dog. Includes kayak, life vest, paddle, introductory lesson, and instructor/guide. Call for group discounted pricing.
Reservations
To reserve space for this event, call us at 619-282-3520 or email us.
Once your space is reserved, you can download and print the 2-page Trip Sign-up PDF form. Just fill it out and mail or fax it to the address on the form along with your payment. Once your paperwork is received, a confirmation and more detailed information will be sent to you.
Or purchase tickets online:
Adult Reservation
Child Reservation
Dog Reservation
Family Birthday Parties
What could be more fun than a Birthday Party out on the water?
We have such beautiful weather here in Southern California that we can kayak all year round.
Does Mom have a special birthday coming up? Show her she is young-at-heart by planning a kayak party.
Surprise that grandson with a unique birthday party with his friends out in kayaks.
Family Celebrations and Custom Events
What could be more fun than a family get-together out on the water?
We have such beautiful weather here in Southern California that we can kayak all year round. How about an innovative family reunion that includes a picnic and kayaking on a local lake or bay? Or surprise that graduate with a party of friends out in kayaks. Or does someone have a special birthday coming up?
Family Lessons
We make learning fun!
We offer small group lessons for your family so we can focus all our attention on your needs and abilities. It helps if every family member is already comfortable around the water.
Every family is different but all ages and abilities can learn to kayak. . . kids, parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Heck, you could even plan a family reunion.
Fathers' Day Kayaking Adventure on San Diego Bay
Show Dad he has an adventurous spirit on the exciting tour by kayak on San Diego Bay.
We'll meet at Shelter Island for an introductory paddling lesson. Then we'll launch our kayaks for a beautiful tour of the bay traveling toward Point Loma.
Along the way we'll visit the marine mammal training area where they work with dolphins and sea lions. Then we paddle to the local bait barge where the California Sea Lions hang out. We also see many species of birds such as Brown Pelicans, Snowy Egrets, Double Crested Cormorants and Great Blue Herons.
We make it easy for you to join us on this paddle. We provide all the kayaks and equipment plus an introductory paddling lesson. No previous kayaking or swimming experience is required.
We use stable, comfortable 2-person kayaks that are easy to paddle for a safe, enjoyable day on the bay.
Bring your family and friends for an up-close-and-personal view of the California Sea Lions.
Cost is $44 per adult, $18 per child (2-14 years of age) sharing a kayak with an adult. Includes kayak, life vest, paddle, introductory lesson, and instructor/guide. $22 discount with your own kayak.
Call for group discounted pricing.
Reservations
To pay by credit card, click one of the links below with the date and time you want. This will take you to the page where you just select the quantity you want for each type of ticket. Then select the Check out with PayPal button where you can enter your credit card info. Your information is secure as we do not keep credit card information on our computers. Once your payment is made, a confirmation and more detailed information will be sent to you.
If you prefer to pay with a check, call us at 619-282-3520 or email us to reserve your space. Once your space is reserved, you can download and print the 2-page Trip Sign-up form. Just fill it out and mail it to the address on the form along with your check. Once your paperwork is received, a confirmation and more detailed information will be sent to you.
PURCHASE TICKETS NOW by clicking one of the dates and times below.
Fathers' Day Adventure - Sunday, June 16, 9am-noon
Fathers' Day Adventure - Sunday, June 16, 1-4pm
Grandparents Day on the Bay: Paddle to Brunch at the Coronado Ferry Landing
Here is an opportunity to show your Grandparents they are young at heart by taking them on a unique outdoor adventure.
We'll meet at Glorietta Bay, have an introductory paddling lesson, then launch our kayaks for a paddle under the beautiful Bay Bridge to the Coronado Ferry Landing. There we'll enjoy a fabulous brunch while we gaze out over the blue waters of San Diego Bay toward the downtown San Diego skyline. After a satisfying meal we will paddle back to Glorietta Bay.
Kayak El Capitan "Fun Raiser"
Hosted by The San Diego River Park Foundation
Join us for this fully guided kayak tour on East County’s El Capitan Reservoir – one of the only places you can kayak on the San Diego River.
Learn about the River Park Foundation’s ongoing land conservation efforts and the numerous recreational and wildlife values of this incredibly beautiful yet fragile area.
Kayaking Adventure Lake Hodges, North San Diego County
Coming in the Fall
Join us for this nature tour on one of San Diego's oldest reservoirs. Located in the hills west of Escondido, we often see mule deer and coyotes come down to the water for a drink as we paddle by.
After a rain there are a couple of nice waterfalls and occasionally the dam is known to overflow.
We also see many resident birds on the lake such as Western Grebes, Great Egrets, American Coots, and Great Blue Herons. Bring your binoculars and see how many different species you can find.
Moonlight Paddles on San Diego Bay
This tour is a great introduction to kayaking as well as a scenic nighttime tour of one of San Diego's most beautiful playgrounds.
We launch during daylight and then paddle into the sunset while we watch the moon rise over the horizon. Very exciting and romantic.
Highlights include a breathtaking view of the lights of downtown San Diego as well as the quaint village of shops at the Coronado Ferry Landing.
We make it easy for you to join us on this paddle. We provide all the kayaks and equipment plus an introductory paddling lesson. No previous kayaking or swimming experience is required.
We use stable, comfortable kayaks that are easy to paddle for a safe, enjoyable evening on the water.
Cost is $44 per adult, $18 per child (2-14 years of age) sharing a kayak with an adult. Includes kayak, life vest, paddle, lights, introductory lesson, and instructor/guide. $22 discount with your own kayak.
Call for group discounted pricing.
Reservations
To reserve space for this event, call us at 619-282-3520 or email us.
Once your space is reserved, you can download and print the 2-page Trip Sign-up PDF form. Just fill it out and mail or fax it to the address on the form along with your payment. Once your paperwork is received, a confirmation and more detailed information will be sent to you.
Or PURCHASE TICKETS NOW online by clicking one of the dates and times below:
Saturday, May 25, 7-10pm
Mother's Day Brunch Paddle on San Diego Bay
Sunday, May 12, 2013, 9am-1pm - this session sold out
Here is an opportunity to show Mom she is young at heart by taking her on a unique outdoor adventure.
We'll meet at Tidelands Park on Coronado Island, have an introductory paddling lesson, then launch our kayaks for a paddle under the beautiful San Diego Bay bridge. We will explore along the shore of Coronado Island on our way to the Ferry Landing. We will dine at one of the local restaurants where we'll enjoy a fabulous no-host brunch on the patio. After a satisfying meal we will paddle back to Tidelands Park.
We make it easy for you to join us on this paddle. We provide all the kayaks and equipment plus an introductory paddling lesson. No previous kayaking or swimming experience is required.
We use stable, comfortable 2-person kayaks that are easy to paddle for a safe and enjoyable day on the bay.
A truly unique way to show Mom how much you appreciate her adventurous spirit.
Cost is $44 per adult, $18 per child (2-14 years of age) sharing a kayak with an adult. Includes kayak, life vest, paddle, introductory lesson, and instructor/guide. $22 discount with your own kayak.
Your brunch meal and drinks are in addition to the above prices.
Reservations
To pay by credit card, click one of the links below with the date and time you want. This will take you to the page where you just select the quantity you want for each type of ticket. Then select the Check out with PayPal button where you can enter your credit card info. Your information is secure as we do not keep credit card information on our computers. Once your payment is made, a confirmation and more detailed information will be sent to you.
If you prefer to pay with a check, call us at 619-282-3520 or email us to reserve your space. Once your space is reserved, you can download and print the 2-page Trip Sign-up form. Just fill it out and mail it to the address on the form along with your check. Once your paperwork is received, a confirmation and more detailed information will be sent to you.
PURCHASE TICKETS NOW by clicking one of the dates and times below:
Sunday, May 12, 9am-1pm - this session sold out
Nature Tour by Kayak at Lake Murray
Join us for a day of exploring Lake Murray, located in Mission Trails Regional Park just east of San Diego.
We see more different species of birds here than on any of the other lakes. Ospreys, Peregrine Falcons, Great Blue Herons, and Night Herons, as well as a variety of Swans, Ducks and Geese all make their home here. We also see migrating birds such as White Pelicans and Canada Geese here in the winter. Bring your binoculars and see how many different species you can find.
We make it easy for you to join us on this paddle. We provide all the kayaks and equipment plus an introductory paddling lesson. No previous kayaking or swimming experience is required.
Nature Tour on Miramar Lake
Join us for a beautiful morning of kayaking on Miramar Lake in Scripps Ranch. The lake has 4 miles of shoreline so there is lots of area for exploring.
The lake is home to many water birds such as ospreys, mallard ducks, great egrets, great blue herons, and American coots. In addition, hundreds of birds stop here during their annual winter migration.
After in introductory kayak lesson, we will explore the lake looking for birds in our quiet kayaks. Bring your binoculars and see how many different species you can find.
Starlight and Fireworks Paddle
Let's celebrate our summer nights with an evening paddle to see the fireworks on San Diego Bay.
This tour is a great introduction to kayaking as well as a scenic nighttime tour of one of San Diego's most beautiful playgrounds.
Highlights include a breathtaking view of the downtown San Diego skyline and the quaint shopping and restaurant area at the Coronado Ferry Landing. During the paddle we will watch the fabulous fireworks from our kayaks.
We make it easy for you to join us on this excursion. We provide all the kayaks and equipment plus an introductory paddling lesson. No previous kayaking or swimming experience is required.
We use stable, comfortable kayaks that are easy to paddle for a safe, enjoyable evening on the water.
Cost is $44 per adult, $18 per child (2-14 years of age) sharing a kayak with an adult. Includes kayak, life vest, paddle, introductory lesson, and instructor/guide. $22 discount with your own kayak.
Call for group discounted pricing.
Reservations
Reservations are required.
To pay by credit card, click one of the links below with the date and time you want. This will take you to the page where you select the quantity you want for each type of ticket. Then select the Check out with PayPal button where you can enter your credit card info. Your information is secure as we do not keep credit card information on our computers. Once your payment is made, a confirmation and more detailed information will be sent to you.
If you prefer to pay with a check, call us at 619-282-3520 or email us to reserve your space.
Once your space is reserved, you can download and print the 2-page Trip Sign-up PDF form. Just fill it out and mail or fax it to the address on the form along with your payment. Once your paperwork is received, a confirmation and more detailed information will be sent to you.
PURCHASE TICKETS NOW by clicking one of the dates:
Saturday, June 29, 7-10pm
Thanksgiving on the Colorado River
Wednesday - Sunday, November 27 - December 1, 2013
Join us for our annual Thanksgiving adventure on the water. We spend four glorious days paddling flat water on the lower Colorado River.
This is a great opportunity to learn to be self-sufficient in a kayak. For those novice kayakers, we teach you how to pack all the gear you need for our multi-day adventure. Each kayak holds approximately 2.5 backpacks worth of gear.
For experienced kayakers, this is a fantastic opportunity to explore the desert and mountainous area of the Colorado River where it flows between Arizona and California.
We start our 40-mile journey in the Cibola National Wildlife Refuge and continue through the Imperial National Wildlife Refuge. Along the way we camp in four different remote camps, hike slot canyons, and visit historic mines and homesites.
We have a scrumptious Thanksgiving feast on Thursday evening. Family Kayak Adventure Center will provide the holiday turkey and we each bring part of the holiday meal to share.
Costs are $359 per person. Package includes kayaks and paddling gear, camping/parking/shuttle fees and instructor/guide. Both single and double kayaks are available. Round trip ground transportation from San Diego is provided for the first 7 persons to sign up. $100 discount with your own kayak.
Participants are responsible for their own camping gear, food, and drinking water. A detailed itinerary and equipment list is provided.
Reservations
To request an itinerary/equipment list or reserve space for this event, call us at 619-282-3520 or email us.
Once your space is reserved, you can download and print the 2-page Trip Sign-up PDF form. Just fill it out and mail or fax it to the address on the form along with your payment. Once your paperwork is received, a confirmation and more detailed information will be sent to you.
Or purchase tickets online:
Adult Reservation
Adult with Own Kayak
