Kayak and Canoe Trips Around the World: 8 to Book

1.Penguin and Seal Islands Sea Kayaking Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 141 reviews · from $142Our pick

Paddle from Shoalwater to Seal Island and Penguin Island in a double sea kayak with guides such as Jimmy, Ryan, and Rosie. Expect beginner-friendly instruction, wildlife viewing, a guided island walk, picnic lunch, and seasonal snorkeling from December to March. The six-hour tour begins at 8:00 am and suits ages eight and up.

“Absolutely amazing experience, would highly recommend to anyone visiting Perth! Our guide Ryan made the day super fun, was a great laugh and really informative. He took some fab pictures of us kayaking with the sea lions so we didn’t haRead more”

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2.Guided Kayak Tour to see ponies, birds, dolphins and more

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $75

Set out at 8:30 a.m. from Chincoteague Island for a guided kayak trip through coastal channels, coves, and creeks near Assateague. Small groups of up to five make it easier to follow the guide and watch for ponies, birds, dolphins, and changing wildlife conditions. Bailey is one guide named in guest feedback.

“We had a great tour with Bailey. We were able to see Riptide with several mares up close. We had a wonderful time.”

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3.Seal Island and Penguin Island or Point Peron Sea Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · from $134

Paddle from Perth toward Seal Island and Penguin Island in a double kayak with a guide such as Emily, Lindsay or Simon. You may see Australian sea lions, dolphins, penguins and seabirds, then enjoy lunch, snorkeling, swimming or a walk on the island. Hotel pickup is available from central Perth when selected.

“This was a great experience. Ellie was a lovely tour guide and very professional. We saw one penguin under a boardwalk and a seal decided to swim up and lie on the beach on Penguin Island.”

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4.From Perth: Rockingham Seal & Penguin Islands Sea Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 42 reviews · 6 hours · from $140

Paddle a tandem kayak from Shoalwater Bay to Seal Island and Penguin Island with an English-speaking guide. You may see sea lions, dolphins, pelicans, penguins, and other wildlife. Tom, a guide with biology experience, has led some outings. Lunch, snorkel gear, kayaks, and Perth transport are included.

“Belle journée Dommage que les pingouins et les lions de mer ne soient pas venus nous voir Pas de dauphins on pensait qu’on y en aurait d’après le descriptif Mais la guide super Bravo”

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5.Montpellier : Birdwatching by kayak in the Camargue

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 39 reviews · 2 hours · from $76

Paddle the shallow Petite Camargue lagoon with a state-certified guide from L’échappée verte. You’ll use stable open kayaks, binoculars, and landing nets while looking for flamingos, herons, egrets, kingfishers, and mullets. Choose a morning outing for young children or a sunset trip for pink and orange skies.

“Beautiful morning spent on the water observing the birds and learning about local culture. Our family had a wonderful time. Highly recommend!”

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6.2 Hour Kayak Lessons On Lady Bird Lake

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 18 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

Meet Longhorn Kayak Tours at 7 East Ave for a two-hour Lady Bird Lake outing. You’ll receive a short paddling lesson, route advice, a kayak, paddle, and life jacket, then explore at your own pace toward the Austin skyline, lake wildlife, or Congress Avenue Bridge.

“Fun, exciting and you will get a little wet. Shawn was very friendly and I definitely recommend trying”

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7.Downtown Austin Skyline Clear Kayak Tour at Lady Bird Lake

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 18 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $55

Paddle a tandem clear kayak on Lady Bird Lake for about 2.5 hours with a guide such as Patrick or Satvik. You’ll see Austin’s skyline, Congress Avenue Bridge, Pfluger Bridge, Barton Creek, and Barton Springs Pool. Sunset departures offer the best chance to see the famous bats.

“Very informative tour, beautiful skyline. Satvik is very knowledgeable about what we saw but also beyond. It was a great benefit that he is born and raised in Austin.”

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8.Kayak and Canoe Rental on Lady Bird Lake

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 14 reviews · 1 hour · from $15Cheapest here

Live Love Paddle lets you choose a single kayak, tandem kayak, or canoe for a one-hour outing on Austin’s Lady Bird Lake. You’ll collect your boat at the shop, use included personal flotation equipment, paddle toward Barton Springs Pool, and enjoy downtown views from the water. Parking is free, and extra time is charged in 15-minute increments.

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