Trips

Moonlight Kayaking: Jack London Square
Pillar Point Tour: Half Moon Bay
Elkhorn Slough (Monterey Bay)
Elba Island (Italy)
Baja California: Espritu Santo Island
Private Pillar Point Tour
Private Oakland Estuary Trip

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Moonlight Kayaking: Jack London Square    $49
                 

Moonlight paddling is enchanting! The water is calm and glassy on the Oakland Estuary and the city lights add to the ambiance. We enjoy a leisurely pace as the sun sets and the moon rises, illuminating a delightful evening.
Start times for upcoming dates:
7/24/10, 7:30PM
8/21/10, 7:00PM

View photo gallery!
Prerequisites: Beginning Sea Kayak (BSK or equivalent); novices must paddle in a double kayak with an experienced friend. The minimum age for this trip is 14 years; children under 18 years must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Upcoming Dates:
08/21/10    




Pillar Point Tour    $49
                 

Our best introductory trip, and a real bargain! Kayaking is a great way to get outdoors and enjoy the natural setting of the lovely coastside region of Pillar Point Harbor in Half Moon Bay. Get up close and personal with harbor seals, marine birds and other wildlife. No previous experience necessary for double kayaks.
Trip duration: 10AM - 2PM
Book a private trip with as few as 3 persons!
Prerequisites: No previous experience is required for double kayak; Beginning Sea Kayak (BSK or equivalent) for single kayak. The minimum age for the Harbor Tour is 14 years; children under 18 years must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Private tours for families with children under 14 can be arranged upon request.

Upcoming Dates:
08/07/10     08/22/10    



Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Journey    $109
                 

The marsh habitat of Elkhorn Slough in Monterey Bay is one of the best places in North America to combine a day of quiet water paddling and wildlife viewing. An amazing variety and abundance of animals call it home: sea otters, harbor seals, herons, egrets, hundreds of pelicans and thousands of sandpipers. Our trip leader for this wonderful tour is naturalist and kayak guide par excellence, Greg Meyer.
All trips launch from the Kirby Park boat ramp.
Trip Duration: 9AM - 3PM; AUGUST 22 IS A SUNSET/MOONRISE TRIP, FROM 2PM TO 7:30PM!
Photo Gallery of Slough Wildlife

Prerequisites: No previous kayaking experience required for double kayaks; BSK for single kayak. The minimum age for this trip is 14 years; children under 18 years must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Upcoming Dates:
08/22/10     10/03/10     11/14/10    



Elba Island, Italy    $2149
                 


Sea Kayak Italy and California Canoe & Kayak have teamed up to offer a wonderful sea kayaking exploration of the picturesque and historic island of Elba, Italy! This is a unique adventure-travel opportunity using local guides, at a great price.
Trip price includes:
" Seven nights at the Hotel Yacht Club in Marciana Marina.
" Single Supplement 10 Euros per day - to be paid upon arrival.
" Ground transportation by private car from and to the ferry in Portoferraio, and to kayaking and hiking destinations on Elba.
" Closed-deck kayaks and all paddle gear.
" Double kayaks available.
" English-speaking guides.
" 6 dinners at local restaurants featuring regional cusine
(Airfare to Italy and transportation to Elba Island not included.) View 2008 trip photo gallery!
Please note: CCK Paddling Club Discount Does not apply to this trip.
Prerequisites: Beginning Sea Kayaking class, or equivalent.

Upcoming Dates:
09/06/10     09/13/10    



Baja California: Espiritu Santo Island    $640
        

Experience the joy of paddling in Mexico's Sea of Cortez with California Canoe & Kayak! Our 4 day expedition to the extraordinary Isla Espiritu Santo is a wonderful sea-kayaking vacation. If you have a limited amount of vacation time, this itinerary still allows you to get out and fully enjoy Baja California's most beautiful island. Aside from kayaking in crystal clear warm water, we have plenty of free time for hiking into the interior of the island, exploring canyons with amazing rock formations and fascinating plant life, and snorkeling each day to marvel at one of the world's most diverse "natural aquariums".
View Baja trip photo gallery!

View 2010 trip schedule, itinerary, and prices here.

Departures from $590. Prices vary with departure dates.
Trip cost includes: Certified, bilingual naturalist guides; single and/or double kayaks, all kayaking gear; camping equipment; transportation to and from your hotel in La Paz to the island; all meals and beverages during expedition. To make your kayaking vacation more comfortable and safer, a motor boat is utilized each day to carry all the camping gear and provisions - allowing you to paddle light, empty kayaks!
Call to check availability and reserve space: 800-366-9804
Prerequisites: No previous experience is required for double kayaks; Beginning Sea Kayak (BSK or equivalent) recommended for single kayaks. The minimum age is 6 years (children ride in double kayaks with a parent).
Future Dates To Be Announced




Private Pillar Point Tour   
        

California Canoe & Kayak offers an easy introduction to sea kayaking for your private party or business group. This is a great way to get outside and enjoy the natural setting of Half Moon Bay. (For corporate groups, ask us about the many excellent conference facilities available on the coastside.) After the kayaking, visit one of the fine restaurants in the area, or head to a coastside B&B for a great overnight retreat!
3 person minimum per departure. Weekends available by appointment. To reserve space, please call 800-366-9804.
More about CCK in Half Moon Bay
Prerequisites: No previous experience is required for double kayak; Beginning Sea Kayak (BSK or equivalent) for single kayak. The minimum age for the Pillar Point Tour is 14 years (an adult may paddle with a child in a double kayak); children under 18 years must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Future Dates To Be Announced



Private Oakland Estuary Trip    $59
        

 border= For private parties only, California Canoe & Kayak offers an easy introduction to sea kayaking on the tranquil Oakland Estuary, where the water is warmer and the weather is milder than the open San Francisco Bay. You'll enjoy exploring this historic waterfront with its quaint houseboats and old maritime ambiance.
To reserve space, please call 800-366-9804.
Prerequisites: No previous experience is required for double kayak; Beginning Sea Kayak (BSK or equivalent) for single kayak.The minimum age for The Oakland Estuary Trip is 14 years; children under 18 years must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Upcoming Dates:
08/13/10