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Besides ranking as one of Alaska's prime sea kayaking destinations, the east side of Kachemak Bay-one of the richest marine estuaries in the world-is also one of its most accessible. No need for a pricey floatplane or boat charter to reach the abundant wildlife, sheltered waters, or remote areas across the bay. Just a short water-taxi ride away you'll find these three experienced and knowledgeable sea kayaking companies, each ready to take you on an Alaskan paddling adventure. All three outfitters, who boast excellent safety records and quality equipment, come well recommended. Here's the information you'll need to decide which one is right for you:

 

 

 

 

 


Outfitter Price Season Group Size Guides Location Why Choose It
St. Augustine Kayaking
Bullet image $85 half-day
Bullet image $125 full-day
Bullet image $135 hike/paddle combo w/ Alaska Center For Coastal Studies
Bullet image Early May-Mid/Late September
Bullet image Can handle larger parties
Bullet image Two half-day tours offered
Bullet image Includes a retired biologist
Bullet image Trained naturalists
Bullet image Local Alaskans who live the adventures that they offer
Bullet image Peterson Bay
Bullet image Protected waters
Bullet image Visit Gull Island seabirds, weather permitting
Bullet image Into China Poot Bay, less development
Bullet image See oyster farms, homes
Bullet image Floating dock; don't have to fight surf to launch
Bullet image 15-min water taxi-ride
Bullet image Abundant seabird life
Bullet image Gull Island trips
Bullet image Get into China Poot Bay
Bullet image See what life's like on the bay
Bullet image Hike/paddle combos
Bullet image Shortest taxi ride
Seaside Adventure Eco Tours
Bullet image $130 full-day
Bullet image $115 kids 11 and under
Bullet image Mid May-Late October
Bullet image Small groups, 6-8 paddlers
Bullet image Long-time Alaskans; live in and know the area
Bullet image Educate you on bay's geology, archaeology, cultural & natural history
Bullet image Really take the time with kids
Bullet image Little Tutka Bay
Bullet image Waters buffered by islands
Bullet image Wildlife even in winter, longer season
Bullet image See oyster farms, homes
Bullet image 30 – 35 min water-taxi ride
Bullet image K-Bay as hands-on classroom
Bullet image Gather and enjoy "beach soup"
Bullet image Option to fish and hike
Bullet image Learn about life on the bay
Bullet image Late-season trips
True North Kayaking
Pros
Bullet image $85 half-day
Bullet image $115 ¾-day
Bullet image $135 full-day
Bullet image Family discount - 10% off overall trip cost
Bullet image Mid April-September
Bullet image 2-paddler min
Bullet image 6:1 paddler/guide ratio max
Bullet image Can handle larger parties
Bullet image Local Alaskans
Bullet image Excellent paddling instruction
Bullet image Trained in CPR, rough-water rescue
Bullet image Most with 3-plus years w/True North
Bullet image Yukon Island
Bullet image Remote, known for marine wildlife and scenery
Bullet image Protected waters
Bullet image 25-30 min water-taxi ride
Bullet image Remote islands and coves
Bullet image Alone w/otters and seabirds
Bullet image Great paddling instruction
Bullet image Early-season trips
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