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SHORE EXCURSIONS · USA

7 Best Canoes & Kayaks

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The 7 most popular canoes & kayaks for cruise passengers. The trips that get you to the sights and back to the ship on time, with run times, prices and the operator behind each one.

7 Best Canoes & Kayaks

Ketchikan Shore Excursion: Eagle Island Sea Kayaking - Price and value: $115 for a 3.5-hour ship-day adventure
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Ketchikan Shore Excursion: Eagle Island Sea Kayaking

1.Ketchikan Shore Excursion: Eagle Island Sea Kayaking

Kayak Eagle Island from Ketchikan’s Clover Pass. Beginner-friendly tandem paddling, expert safety coaching, and wildlife in Tongass.

Most Popular 5.0

“Have a raincoat. Had lots of fun got to see some eagles! We didn’t see any whales, but that’s OK. Saw some super cool starfish.”

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St Thomas Shore Excursion: Mangrove Lagoon Kayak and Snorkel Tour - Getting to the Mangrove Lagoon from Cruz Bay (and not losing time)
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St Thomas Shore Excursion: Mangrove Lagoon Kayak and Snorkel Tour

2.St Thomas Shore Excursion: Mangrove Lagoon Kayak and Snorkel Tour

Kayak calm mangrove channels and snorkel the St Thomas Marine Preserve from Cruz Bay with pickup, lockers, and a guide-led wildlife hunt.

5.0

“Great partial day excursion in St. Thomas. We were on a cruise and this was a great way to spend half a day. Kayaking was fun and not too stressful. Opportunity to snorkel helped cool off on a warm day and a good amount of various sized fish to see. Tour guide was friendly and…”

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Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve - Price and what $83.78 buys you on a port day
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Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve

3.Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve

Guided sea kayaking in Akaroa Marine Reserve from near the harbor, gear provided, small groups, and wildlife spotting chances for $83.78.

5.0

“This was a nice, easy kayak trip in the bay. The staff and guides were great. The kayaks were great too, really easy with the rudder and pedals to steer. The scenery is very nice. However, I was disappointed that this was not really a wildlife trip so if you're wanting to see wildlife or…”

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Juneau Shore Excursion: Mendenhall Glacier Canoe, Paddle and Hike - Getting ready at the Above & Beyond Alaska gear warehouse
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Juneau Shore Excursion: Mendenhall Glacier Canoe, Paddle and Hike

4.Juneau Shore Excursion: Mendenhall Glacier Canoe, Paddle and Hike

Canoe Mendenhall Lake and hike for close glacier views in a small group, with pickup, rain gear, boots, snacks, and park fees included.

5.0

“All of the employees were very friendly and helpful. The whole day was a great experience. Rain gear, boots and snacks were provided. The guides gave great information on everything that we were seeing and what was there before.”

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Roatan Shore Excursion: Kayak Harbor Adventure and Reef Snorkel - The switch to snorkeling: gear, timing, and reef realism
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Roatan Shore Excursion: Kayak Harbor Adventure and Reef Snorkel

5.Roatan Shore Excursion: Kayak Harbor Adventure and Reef Snorkel

Kayak through French Caye harbor mangroves, then snorkel the reef for marine life and birds on a small group Roatan shore excursion.

5.0

“We had such an incredible experience on this tour! The kayaking through the mangroves was absolutely unforgettable. Gliding through the calm waters, surrounded by lush greenery and the sounds of nature, felt like stepping into another world. One of the highlights was seeing the small shipyard and the boats from the water as we paddled…”

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Shore Excursion: La Bufadora Blowhole, Kayak Adventure & Markets - Pickup, timing, and the port-to-launch rhythm in Ensenada
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Shore Excursion: La Bufadora Blowhole, Kayak Adventure & Markets

6.Shore Excursion: La Bufadora Blowhole, Kayak Adventure & Markets

Kayak to La Bufadora blowhole from Ensenada with a private guide, 90 minutes on the water, plus optional tacos and markets.

5.0

“We arrived in Encenada via a cruise ship. Our driver was Jesus (Chewy). He was waiting for us at the designated pickup area and was prompt and friendly. It was a 45-minute drive to La Bufadora through some beautiful mountain scenery. Once we arrived, we were met by Jessie, the owner of the kayak excursion…”

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Juneau Shore Excursion: Paddle with Whales Kayak Adventure - Inside Passage by Small Boat: Setting Up a Whale Day
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Juneau Shore Excursion: Paddle with Whales Kayak Adventure

7.Juneau Shore Excursion: Paddle with Whales Kayak Adventure

Kayak with humpback whales in Juneau. Ride the Inside Passage by boat, paddle a feeding ground, and get full gear plus expert guidance.

4.5

“Amazing employees and excursions. I’ve never kayaked before but was given excellent instructions. My kayak mate and I were given the ultimate experience of having a humpback whale surface right in front of our kayak. A once in a life time experience!!!!”

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