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kayaking in san diegoKayak San Diego and beyond. Operating out of San Diego, California, Family Kayak Adventure Center offers kayaking opportunities to people of all ages and abilities. We provide private lessons, local nature tours and complete packages including transportation to Baja California, Southwestern United States, and Alaska. Many of our multi-day trips are adults only but we also cater to families and kids.

Join us on our next Baja adventure kayaking on the Sea of Cortez. We camp on a primitive beach south of the village and take day paddles on the beautiful clear waters of Bahia de los Angeles or join us in any one of our adventures described below.  There are descriptions and prices to help you make your decisions.

Marie Humphrey is the owner of Family Kayak Adventure Center and has 11 years of experience planning and leading kayak camping trips in the Western United States, Baja, and Alaska. Her experience also includes giving a hands-on demonstration of gear and packing techniques as well as recommending equipment and clothing to bring on adventures.

We hope you will join us on one of our fantastic adventures.

Happy paddling!!

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San Diego Area

  • kayak campingPenguin Paddle on Mission Bay - After an introductory paddling lesson we will explore the bay in our quiet kayaks to discover the many varieties of birds who live there, including penguins. We will paddle by a great blue heron nesting site on our way to a favorite romp of the playful sea lions.

Cost is $40 per adult, $15 per child sharing the same kayak, kids 3 and under free. Includes kayak, life vest, paddle, introductory lesson, and full-time instructor/guide. $20 discount with your own kayak.

  • san diego kayakingGreen Sea Turtle Discovery Tour-South San Diego Bay is the Green Sea Turtles' northernmost home on the west coast. We also have hundreds of migrating birds flying in during the winter months. 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 bird watching and searching for the elusive turtles.

    Only $40 per adult includes kayak, paddle, life vest, basic paddling instruction and guide. Only $15 per child paddling in a boat with an adult. Children 3 and under FREE. $20 discount with your own boat.

     

  • kayak nature toursSan Diego Bay Scenic Tour-Here is an opportunity to view beautiful San Diego Bay by kayak. We'll meet at Glorietta Bay for an introductory paddling lesson. Then we'll launch our kayaks for a beautiful tour of the bay traveling under the scenic Coronado Bay Bridge. We'll paddle to the Coronado Ferry Landing viewing the downtown skyline along the way.

    Cost is $40 per adult, $15 for kids 4-15 paddling in the same kayak as an adult, Free for kids 3 and under. Single and tandem kayaks are available. $20 discount with your own kayak.

    We use stable, comfortable kayaks that are easy to paddle. We provide all the equipment, life vests and instruction you need for a safe, enjoyable day on the bay. A truly unique way to enjoy America's Finest City.

     

  • Family Kayak Adventure CenterFull Moon Paddle on Mission 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 of Mission Bay include visiting the penguin enclosure, the great blue heron nesting site, sea lion sightings, and a breathtaking view of Sea World that very few people ever see.

    Cost is $40 per adult, $15 per child sharing a kayak with an adult, kids 3 and under free. $20 discount with your own kayak. You can share a kayak or paddle your own.

     

  • Brunch Paddle San Diego Bay-We'll meet at Glorietta Bay on the Silver Strand, have an introductory paddling lesson, and 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.

    Cost is only $60 per adult museum member, $70 per non-member, plus your meal and drinks. Kids only $25 paddling in the same kayak as an adult. Kids 3 and under Free. Single and tandem kayaks are available. $20 discount if you bring your own kayak.

    We use stable, comfortable kayaks that are easy to paddle. We provide all the equipment and instruction you need for a safe, enjoyable journey on the water.

     

  • Dinner Paddle  on Mission Bay to Barefoot Bar-We'll meet at South Shores (near Sea World) and paddle across Mission Bay exploring the coastline as we go. We will see penguins and other aquatic birds along the way.

    When we arrive at the Barefoot Bar and Grill we will get out at the dock and have a dinner out on the patio. After a great meal watching the sun set, we will paddle back across the bay to watch the Sea World fireworks.

    Cost is $35 per person plus your meal and drinks. Single and double kayaks are available.

     

  • Dinner Paddles from Glorietta Bay to Coronado Ferry Landing-We'll meet at Glorietta Bay on the Silver Strand and paddle under the Coronado Bridge 1.2 miles to the Ferry Landing. While eating dinner out on the patio we will watch the sun set and the lights come on across the bay. After dinner we will paddle back under the stars.

    Cost is only $40 per adult, $15 per child plus your meal and drinks. Single and tandem kayaks are available. $20 discount with your own boat.

    We use stable, comfortable kayaks that are easy to use. We provide all the equipment and instruction you need for a safe enjoyable paddle on the bay.

     

  • Family Kayak Adventure CenterLower Otay Lake Paddle and Olympic Training Center Tour-Lower Otay is one of the few City lakes that stays full all year round. It is the home of the U.S. Olympic Training Center for rowing sports. The lake has 1100 acres of water and a 25-mile shoreline so there is lots of room for exploring.

    After in introductory kayak lesson, we will explore for a few hours in our comfortable, stable kayaks. Then we will have lunch on the lake and take a tour of the Olympic training center.

    We supply the kayaks, life vests, paddling gear and instructor/guide. You bring your drinking water and sack lunch.

    Costs are $55 per adult, $25 per child (ages 4-15) paddling in a boat with an adult. Kids 3 and under are free. $20 discount with your own boat includes launch fee and guided tour.

     

  • Family Kayak Adventure CenterNature Tour at Lake Hodges-We will explore the many coves and inlets to see how far we can travel in our quiet kayaks. This is the native habitat of many species of birds, fish and mammals. Let's see how many species we can find.  Bring your binoculars and plenty of drinking water.

    $45 per adult includes kayak, paddle, life vest, basic instruction, launch fee and guide. $15 per child paddling in a boat with an adult. Children 3 and under FREE. $20 discount with your own boat includes launch fee.

     

     

  • Family Kayak Adventure CenterEl Capitan Reservoir-We will explore the many coves and inlets to see how far we can travel in our quiet kayaks. This is the native habitat of many species of birds, fish and mammals. See how many you can find.  Bring your binoculars and plenty of drinking water.

    $45 per adult includes kayak, paddle, life vest, basic instruction, daily use fee and guide. $18 per child paddling in a boat with an adult. Children 3 and under FREE. $20 discount with your own boat includes daily use fee.

 

  • Family Kayak Adventure CenterLake Murray Nature Tour and Bird Sightings by Kayak-Lake Murray is located in the Mission Trails Regional Park just east of San Diego. There are many species of resident birds on this lake so bring your binoculars and bird books. See how many different birds you can find.

    This paddle is just right for people of all ages and abilities. Bring your kids, family and friends along for an enjoyable afternoon at the lake.

    $45 per adult includes kayak, paddle, life vest, basic instruction, launch fee and guide. $15 per child paddling in a boat with an adult. Children 3 and under FREE. $20 discount with your own boat includes launch fee.

     

  • Family Kayak Adventure CenterNature Tour at Lake San Vicente-Join us for a few hours of exploring on beautiful San Vicente. This lake is one of the largest in San Diego County with 1,069 surface acres and 14 miles of shoreline. There is lots of wildlife to see and hidden inlets to discover.

    $45 per adult includes kayak, paddle, life vest, basic instruction, launch fee and guide. $15 per child paddling in a boat with an adult. Children 3 and under FREE. $20 discount with your own boat includes launch fee.

     

  • Nature Tour by Kayak at Lake Wohlford-This secluded lake is located in the hills above Escondido, approximately 45 miles north of San Diego. Known for its great fishing it is a lovely area for kayaking as well.

    The oak-lined lake is habitat to many hawks, eagles, coyotes, squirrels and assorted other wildlife.

    The lake is just right for beginning paddlers. The water is flat, the distance is short and we paddle at a leisurely pace. Bring your family and friends for a beautiful morning on the lake. After exploring for a few hours, we will have lunch on the lake. Bring plenty of drinking water and your lunch.

    $45 per adult includes launch fee. $15 per child paddling in a boat with an adult. Kids 3 and under are FREE. Cost includes kayak, paddle, life vest, and guide. $20 discount with your own kayak.

     

  • Miramar Lake Nature Tours by Kayak-Miramar Lake is located in the Scripps Ranch area just north of San Diego. The reservoir has 162 surface acres and 4 miles of shoreline to explore. There are both resident and migrating birds on this lake so bring your binoculars and bird books. See how many different species you can find.

    This paddle is just right for people of all ages and abilities. Bring your kids, family and friends along for an enjoyable day.

    $45 per adult includes kayak, paddle, life vest, basic instruction, launch fee and guide. $15 per child paddling in a boat with an adult. Children 3 and under FREE. $20 discount with your own boat includes launch fee.

     

  • How to Pack a Kayak Clinic-Ever dreamed of loading up a bunch of camping gear into a kayak and taking off for the weekend or even a full week? Well this is your chance to learn how to make it happen. This clinic will cover all the gear you'll need, some local places to go, and expert tips on how to make this adventure a safe and fun experience.

    Marie Humphrey, owner of Family Kayak Adventure Center, will share her knowledge from 11 years of experience planning and leading kayak camping trips in the Western United States, Baja, and Alaska. She will give a hands-on demonstration of gear and packing techniques and also provide handouts with equipment and clothing recommendations. This clinic is sponsored by REI. 

    For more information, call Family Kayak Adventure Center at (619) 282-3520 or email us.

     

  • Family Kayak Adventure CenterSummer Night Concerts Under the Stars on San Diego Bay-Bring your family and friends and join us for a beautiful evening on the water enjoying great music, food and beverages.

    We supply the kayaks, life vests and paddling equipment. You bring your food and beverages. Finger foods such as pizza, sushi, fried chicken, tortilla roll-ups, sandwiches, etc. work well in a kayak. Our kayaks have plenty of room for a small cooler as well.

    For a full line-up of concerts, give us a call or email us today so you don't miss out on your favorite concert.

    Cost is only $40 per person for 3-4 hours on the water in comfortable, stable, easy-to-paddle kayaks. Both single and double kayaks are available. $20 discount with your own boat.

     

  • Family Kayak Adventure CenterOne-of-a-Kind Dog Paddle on Mission Bay-Bring your 4-legged pal(s) along for some fun and exercise on this kayak excursion across Mission Bay. After a brief lesson on water safety and paddling strokes, we will launch our kayaks to explore the Bay and then land at the Fiesta Island leash-free area for a romp and some Frisbee. After some exercise, we will paddle back to our launch site.

    Please bring plenty of drinking water for both humans and pups.

    Cost is $40 per adult which includes kayak, life vest, and paddle; $15 per child, $10 per dog.

     

  • Family Kayak Adventure CenterNational Tour of Buoys Open Water Swim-Kayaker escorts are needed every year for the annual Tour of Buoys open water swim sponsored by the La Jolla Cove Swim Club.

    Family Kayak Adventure Center offers free use of kayaks for competition escorts. If you are interested in escorting a swimmer for an event, please email us.

    The course begins at the boat launching area of La Jolla Shores and follows the perimeter buoys of the La Jolla Ecological Reserve for a distance of 5 miles. This is a very slow patient paddle for a kayaker but you keep busy by keeping the swimmer on course, as well as offering liquid refreshment and encouragement.

    This is a USMS-Sanctioned open water swim subject to the open water swimming rules of United States Master Swimming. Each participant must have and is responsible for a paddleboard or kayak escort.

Southwestern United States

  • Family Kayak Adventure CenterFamily Camping - Thanksgiving on the Lower Colorado River-Join us for our annual Thanksgiving adventure on the water. We will spend four glorious days of paddling flat water on the lower Colorado River. Along the way we camp out, explore the wildlife refuge, and visit historic mines and cabins. Family Kayak Adventure Center will provide the cooked turkey and we each bring part of the holiday meal to share.

    This is a great trip to learn to be self sufficient in a kayak. Participants are responsible for their own camping gear, food, and drinking water. A detailed itinerary and equipment list is provided.

    Costs are $299 per adult, $199 per child paddling with an adult. Package includes round trip ground transportation from San Diego, kayaks and paddling gear, camping/parking fees and full-time instructor/guide. Both single and double kayaks are available. $50 discount with your own kayak.

     

  • Black Canyon Hot Springs and Hoover Dam-Sponsored by the San Diego Natural History Museum

    Join us for three days of paddling on the Colorado River where it flows through Black Canyon just below Hoover Dam. Viewing the huge dam from a tiny kayak is quite inspiring.

    This is a beautiful stretch of river with Hot Springs, Hot Water Pools and Sauna Caves to enjoy. Big Horn Sheep, Bald Eagles and Wild Burros are also known to inhabit the area.

    This is a great paddle to learn to be self-sufficient in a kayak. Participants will be responsible for their own camping gear, food and water.

    Trip package includes round-trip ground transportation from San Diego, kayak, paddling gear, camping fees, Family Kayak Adventure Center instructor/guides and San Diego Natural History Museum naturalist. Both single and double kayaks are available. Costs are $330 for museum member and $385 for non-member.

    To sign up and receive your detailed itinerary/equipment list, contact the San Diego Natural History Museum.

     

  • Family Kayak Adventure CenterWeekend Kayak Camping Adventure on the Lower Colorado River-Join us on this great flat water paddle on the Colorado River just above the Imperial Dam. We provide the transportation from San Diego to the river, then we launch our boats and paddle up river to our boat-in campsite.

    We will spend our time exploring the many reed-lined channels and off-river lakes in the area.  We will spend our evening around the warmth of the campfire sharing stories and tall tales.

    This is a good beginner trip on flat water to learn to be self-sufficient in a kayak. The camping is primitive and each person is responsible to provide drinking water, food, and camping gear.

    $199 per adult, $109 per child sharing the same kayak. Cost includes round-trip transportation from San Diego, kayaks, paddling gear, camping fees, and full-time instructor/guides. Both single and double kayaks are available. $50 discount with your own kayak.

Northwestern United States

  • Family Kayak Adventure Center9-Day Excursion: Glaciers and Whales in Southeast Alaska-You will experience two of our most popular trips for just one low price on this HUGE adventure. We have combined our whale encounter with our glacier tour. This trip is fully catered and all camping equipment is supplied. All you bring is your sleeping bag, clothing and adventurous spirit. Here is how our itinerary pans out.

    Floatplanes will pick us up and fly west to Kupreanof Island, one of Southeast Alaska's premiere areas to view whales. The coastline offers miles of beaches and coves to explore by sea kayak. Humpback whales are only one of the many animals feeding in the rich waters offshore. River otters search the beach looking for a dinner of crab and clams while bald eagles keep a watchful eye, searching for salmon returning to spawn in nearby creeks. For those interested in doing some land-based exploring, our neighbors include black bear, moose, deer, mink, and wolf. After each exciting day we'll spend our evening recalling the days events by a warm fire on the beach.

    Then we are transported by power boat to our Leconte Glacier Bay Base Camp. The glacier is active, constantly fracturing and calving, filling the bay with thousands of icebergs and sounds of thunder. We will paddle throughout the bay, enjoying lush old growth forests of spruce and hemlock that give way to sheer 3,000-foot rock walls that have been polished smooth by glacier ice. You'll see thundering waterfalls and icebergs ranging from crystal-clear to bright blue in every shape and size imaginable. A truly unforgettable experience!

    This tour uses remote base camps which will be your home each night. The camps offer a wilderness setting with some comforts: roomy dome tents and a large covered kitchen/dining area. Southeast Alaska has a mild maritime climate with summertime temperatures ranging from 50-75F. In the evenings we proudly serve some of Southeast Alaska's finest seafood around a crackling fire. This tour is great for first time kayak explorers and experienced paddlers who want a softer experience.

    Costs for this 9-day trip are only $1980 per person plus airfare. This price includes first and last night in-town accommodations, kayaks and all paddling equipment, group camping gear, camp meals and beverages, transportation to and from camps, and full-time professional naturalist guides. Round trip airfare is not included. Space is limited to 10 persons. A $500 deposit reserves your space.

     

  • Family Kayak Adventure Center8-Day Excursion: Orcas and Eagles, San Juan Islands-Experience the excitement of Orca whales while paddling the San Juan Islands. There is no route more inspiring than exploring the Orcas Island circumnavigation. We paddle an average of 10 miles each day which gives us plenty of time to explore and relax.

    This tour uses remote camps which will be our home each night. The camps offer a wilderness setting with the comforts of roomy dome tents and home cooking in the camp kitchen. All camping gear and meals are provided. All you bring is your sleeping bag, clothing and personal items. The San Juan Islands have a mild summer climate with daytime temperatures 60-70F and nighttime temperatures 50-60F.

    Our trip starts out with our flight to Seattle where we take car and ferry to our first night hotel accommodations in Friday Harbor. The next day we pack up the kayaks and head out for our 6-day exploration of the islands and waterways. In addition to the Orcas we will look for Bald Eagles, Peregrine Falcons, Ospreys, Dall's Porpoise, Harbor Porpoise, Harbor Seals, River Otters, Lion’s Mane Jellyfish, Sunflower Sea Stars, Belted Kingfishers, and Black Tailed Deer. There will also be many opportunities for hiking and exploring once we reach camp each day.

    Costs for this 8-day trip are only $1480 per person plus airfare. This price includes first and last night in-town hotel accommodations, tandem kayaks and all paddling equipment, group camping gear, camp meals and beverages, transportation to and from camps, and full-time professional naturalist guides. Not included are round-trip airfare and in-town meals. A $100 single supplement applies if you do not wish to share a room. To keep with the wilderness setting this trip is limited to 11 persons.

Baja California, Mexico

  • Family Kayak Adventure Center6-Days in Bahia de los Angeles, Baja California-Join us on this fantastic adventure down the Baja peninsula on the Sea of Cortez. The journey on Highway 1 starts out along the beautiful Pacific Ocean coast, then turns inland through the mountains and becomes unique cactus country. The huge Cardon cacti and strange Cirio "Boojum" trees are really unique to this area and create a stunning contrast to the beautiful blue of the Sea of Cortez.

    We will camp on the beach south of town for 6 days/5 nights, doing day paddles in the morning before the wind comes up. In the mornings with no wind, the water is smooth as glass and crystal clear. Paddling along the rocks is like being in an aquarium with all the fish and aquatic plants. The 70 degree water temperatures make swimming and snorkeling an added pleasure.  In the afternoons, if the wind comes up there is lots to do. We can visit the preservation center for the sea turtles just north of town. There is also a wonderful museum with hands-on exhibits showing the natural history of the area. It holds a full skeleton of a whale, a complete collection of seashells, photos of nearby cave paintings, and many assorted animal pelts, skeletons and photos.

    Another day, with a 4-wheel-drive vehicle we will discover an ancient Indian cliff painting site and visit the historic San Borja mission, at different times inhabited by the Jesuits, Franciscans and Dominicans. We will also experience the lowest tides of the month while we are there, so it will be great for clamming. All the varieties of clams make really tasty appetizers.

    Trip costs are $499 per person. $100 discount with your own kayak. Cost includes camping fees, kayaks, paddling equipment, life vests, and guide. Free ground transportation for the first 6 persons to sign up. Trip limited to 10 persons. Both single and double kayaks are available.

    This campsite is on the beach with no facilities and participants are responsible for their own camping gear and food. Not included in the cost is a tourist visa (approx. $25 per person, good for 6 months).

     

  • Family Kayak Adventure Center4-Day Holiday Weekend San Quintin Bay, Baja California-Join us in exploring this Pacific bay only five hours south of San Diego. We will camp on the beach of the outer bay and take day paddles to explore the historic features and unique geography of this area. From pristine white sand beaches to volcanic tide pools, there is plenty of exploring to do here.  We will be sharing the bay with many varieties of marine mammals, birds and fish. Sea lions and dolphins play in both the inner and outer bays. There is a sea lion rookery at the end of the peninsula. Crabs and starfish can be found in the tide pools.

    Costs for this 4-day trip are $399 per adult, $299 per child sharing the same kayak. This includes round trip ground transportation from San Diego, camping on the beach, kayaks and paddling equipment, basic paddling instruction and full-time guide. Participants are responsible for their own camping gear, food and toiletries. Tandem or single kayaks are available. $100 discount with your own boat. This trip is limited to 12 persons.

     

  • Family Kayak Adventure CenterGray Whale Encounter and Baja Tour, Laguna San Ignacio, Baja California-This is one of our trips with little or no kayaking. The Mexican government protects the gray whales by prohibiting private boats on the lagoons during birthing season. We have hired Pachico, the original Mexican fisherman who befriended the whales, to take us out in his panga for an up-close-and-personal experience with the whales. 

    On the way to San Ignacio we will stop for the night in the beautiful boulder and cactus garden of Catavina where there is a small cave with ancient rock art.

    Once in San Ignacio, we will camp on the river in a beautiful date palm oasis.  We will explore along the river and visit the local village with its museum and historic mission built in 1726.

    Costs are $490 per person, plus food for this 6-day tour. Price includes full-time guide, ground transportation, camping fees, and whale encounter in the lagoon. Hotel accommodations will be arranged for an additional cost. This trip is limited to 6 persons.

     

  • 8 Days in the Sea of Cortez, Loreto, Baja California-This tour begins just south of Loreto in an area dotted with pristine beaches, colorful cliffs and dramatic desert islands. On this kayaking tour we load equipment, food and water into our sleek one and two person fiberglass sea kayaks and slip away to explore the remote coast most tourists never see.

    Unique and exciting, we use local guides who will introduce you to the area's natural history as well as teach basic skills such as low-impact camping used in Baja-style touring. We will paddle 2-4 hours in the morning to one of many beautiful beaches for camping. Afternoons can be spent exploring nearby islands, snorkeling, hiking, or practicing paddling techniques.

    This trip is limited to 10 persons and costs are $895 per person plus transportation to Loreto. You can either fly down on your own or ride down with us and share the automobile, accommodation and meal expenses. (Riding down adds two days to the trip. We will leave January 16 and return January 25).

    Costs include professional guides, hotel accommodations the first and last nights in Loreto, kayaks and all paddling equipment, great meals, tents, expedition gear, and snorkel equipment. All you bring is clothing and a sleeping bag.

     

  • Family Kayak Adventure CenterChristmas Break on Sea of Cortez, Baja California-Tuesday morning, we will load up the Suburban 4x4 and kayak trailer and head south to Bahia de los Angeles, approximately 2/3 of the way down the Baja peninsula on the Sea of Cortez. The journey on Highway 1 starts out along the beautiful Pacific Ocean coast, then turns inland through the mountains and becomes unique cactus country. The Saguaro and Cirio cacti are really different in this area and create a stunning contrast to the beautiful blue of the Sea of Cortez.

    We will camp on the beach south of town for 6 nights, doing day paddles in the morning before the wind comes up. In the mornings with no wind, the water is smooth as glass and crystal clear. Paddling along the rocks is like being in an aquarium with all the fish and aquatic plants. There are many nearby islands to explore. 

    In the afternoons, if the wind comes up there is lots to do. We can visit the preservation center for sea turtles just north of town. There is also a wonderful museum with hands-on exhibits showing the natural history of the area. It holds a full skeleton of a whale, a complete collection of seashells, photos of nearby cave paintings, and many assorted animal pelts, skeletons and photos.

    Another day, with a 4-wheel-drive vehicle we will locate the ancient Indian cliff paintings and visit Mission San Borja, which are both several miles out of town.

    We will also experience the lowest tides of the month while we are there, so it will be great for clamming and crabbing. They make really tasty appetizers.

    Each person is responsible for his or her own camping gear, food, and water. Camping gear is available for rental upon request.

    Trip costs for this 7-day trip are $479 per person. Cost includes ground transportation from San Diego, camping fees, kayaks, paddling equipment, life vests, and full-time guide/instructor. Both single and double kayaks are available. Not included in the cost are a tourist visa (approx. $25 per person, good for 6 months), camping gear, food, and beverages. $100 discount with your own kayak.
    Trip is limited to 7 participants.

     

  • Family Kayak Adventure CenterWeekend in the Pines at Laguna Hanson Sierra de Juarez Mountains, Baja California-Join us on this unique adventure to discover one of the high plateaus of Baja just a few hours south of the U.S./Mexico border. The Sierra de Juarez mountain range is a land of cool mountain air and remote primitive camping. In the heart of this rugged region is a small mountain lake named Laguna Hanson, surrounded by tall ponderosa pines and unusual rock formations.

    We will leave San Diego on Saturday morning and drive down a beautiful stretch of the Pacific Coast to Ensenada. We will stop for a lunch of fish tacos in Ensenada and then head inland into the Sierra de Juarez mountains. After passing several prosperous farms and ranches we will continue up into the Parque Nacional Constitucion de 1857 with its forests and historic structures.

    We will continue on to the lake and set up camp in the pines. Then we will spend the rest of the day exploring the surrounding area by kayak. We will share a pot luck dinner that night as well as tall tales around the campfire. The next morning after breakfast we will set off to explore the Guadalupe Valley wine country and visit an old Russian settlement before returning to San Diego Sunday evening.

    Costs for the 2-day weekend are $175 per adult, $100 per child sharing the same kayak, $75 discount with your own boat. Both single and double kayaks are available. Cost includes kayaks, paddling equipment, safety equipment, round-trip ground transportation from San Diego, full time instructor/guides, all camping fees and tolls. Participants are responsible for their own camping equipment and food.


LESSONS:  ($55 per person for a three-hour lesson)

kayak nature toursFamily Kayak Adventure Center offers affordable private lessons so you can brush up on your paddling and rescue skills in a quiet, positive setting. Our ACA Certified Instructors will focus on your precise needs to increase your confidence on the water.

We offer a full-day Introduction to Kayak lesson, a 3-hour QuickStart Your Kayak program, or you can put together your own lesson plan by choosing the specific areas you want to cover.

Several of the topics covered are:
  • Safety Equipment
  • Stretching/Warm-up
  • Paddling Strokes
  • Boat Maneuvering
  • Assisted Rescues
  • Self-Rescues
  • Surf Launches
  • Surf Landings

Lessons are offered year-round on a schedule and location that works for you. We have a mobile fleet of kayaks that can be transported to a pool, lake, ocean or bay of your choice. Rates vary and are based on the number of participants, length of the lesson and topics covered. The basic rate for a three-hour lesson is $55 per person.


GROUPS: (call for rates, can accommodate up to 25 people)

Family Kayak Adventure CenterIf you prefer to plan your own special outing in celebration of a special birthday, graduation, family reunion or other occasion we are happy to custom build a unique event just for you. We also offer Girl Scout Patch, Badge and Interest Project workshops. We offer affordable group rates and can accommodate groups of up to 25 people.

We also offer daily, weekend or weeklong outings for church groups, school groups or children with special needs. Our fleet of kayaks is mobile so we can provide equipment and guides throughout San Diego County and the Southwestern United States.


RESERVATIONS:

To reserve space for any of these events, call us at 619-282-3520 or email us
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Region Cost
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Trips range from $40 per adult for a three-hour trip to $1980 for a nine-day excursion

Pricing is available for children

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Contact:
Family Kayak Adventure Center
4217 Swift Ave
San Diego, Ca 92104
Phone: 619-282-3520
Email: info@familykayak.com

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