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Harbor Kayak Tour

Cambridge, MA

From: $79

Item #: WAT-BOS-0025

(7 Reviews)

Experience the thrill of paddling through the Charles River on this Boston Harbor Kayak Tour!

Eperienced guides serving outdoor enthusiasts for over 30 years
Take in sites including Nashua Street Park, Zakim Bunker Hill bridge, Charlestown Navy Yard, the U.S.S. Constitution, Boston skyline, Old North Church and the Financial District
Knowledgeable guide will entertain you with tales and history of Boston and Cambridge
No kayaking experience necessary!

From: $79

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Overview

Experience the thrill of paddling through the Charles River on this Boston Harbor Kayak Tour!

Eperienced guides serving outdoor enthusiasts for over 30 years
Take in sites including Nashua Street Park, Zakim Bunker Hill bridge, Charlestown Navy Yard, the U.S.S. Constitution, Boston skyline, Old North Church and the Financial District
Knowledgeable guide will entertain you with tales and history of Boston and Cambridge
No kayaking experience necessary!

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Availability

When Do I Choose A Date?

If giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience; otherwise, you can choose one after checkout.

May - Mid-October:
Saturdays & Sundays - 2:00 PM

Important Details

Essential Information

Water will be provided
Recommended to bring a light snack
Children must be at least 8 years of age
Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult
All participants will be paired up in tandem kayaks

Duration

3 hours

Experience Provider Info

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Maximum Participants

There may be up to 20 participants on this tour.

Spectators

This experience is only for those booked on the tour.

Weather Dependent

This experience is weather dependent. In the event your experience is cancelled due to inclement weather, you will reschedule directly with our experience provider. Always contact the experience provider with any questions regarding weather conditions.

What To Wear

Please dress appropriately for expected weather conditions and bring an extra layer.

FAQs

Are children allowed on this tour?

Children must be at least 8 years of age for the Boston Harbor Kayak Tour. All participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult to pair up with in a double kayak.

Are food and water included?

Your guide will provide water on the tour. However, food is not included, and it is recommended to bring a light snack.

Can I choose between a single or tandem kayak?

No, all participants will be paired up in tandem kayaks.

Returns, Exchanges & Cancellations

Returns
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be returned hassle-free within 30 days. All refunds will be made to the original purchaser.
Exchanges
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be exchanged for anything else in our marketplace at any time. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs more, you'll simply have to pay the difference. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs less, you'll have a credit towards your next booking with Virgin Experience Gifts.

Cancellation Policy

Once you have received a booking confirmation, cancellations and rescheduling are allowed up to 7 days prior to the experience for a 10% administrative fee. Failure to appear on your booked date or to reschedule in accordance with these terms will result in the loss of the value of your experience. In the event your experience is cancelled due to inclement weather you will reschedule directly with our experience provider.

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Customer Reviews

This experience has a customer rating of 5
based on 7 reviews.

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Eight of us went on the Harbor Kayak Tour, and we had a blast. Such a different way to explore the city! Ellie and Mark were great guides. We'd definitely recommend this tour.

— Kathleen E | Aug 14, 2021

Response from Virgin Experience Gifts

Hello, Kathleen! It truly sounds like you had a memorable time out on the water! We are thrilled that all eight of you could see the beauty of the city from another perspective. Your recommendation is truly appreciated, and I will be sure to pass along your high praise to your guides. Let us know when you are ready for another exciting adventure. Best, Brianna

Our guide was AWESOME! He did a great job helping us navigate and was very knowledgeable of the surrounding areas. He made our day so fun and relaxing, I would definitely recommend and can't wait to go again!

— Sarah G | Aug 01, 2017

The Boston Harbor Kayak tour was a gift from our kids. My husband was very excited,and I was a mix of excited and scared. Our guide immediately put me at ease and it was an awesome experience! Going from the Charles River thru the locks to Boston Harbor was pretty cool. Loved taking in Boston from that vantage point. Our guide was very knowledgeable, and we learned a bit more history of our beautiful city! I highly recommend this tour!

— Loreen K | Aug 19, 2016

The experience was great. We had a wonderful time, learned a lot, and had a very good experience. When we arrived at the kiosk location, the intake person told us that we needed a photo ID. Since we were going in a kayak we had left all those items in our car in the parking garage so one of us had to trek back to the car. When we approached the same intake person again, we did not need our photo ID, since we were on a pre-booked kayak tour. If we had been running late due to traffic this delay could have disrupted an otherwise stellar day. Looking forward to next year going on the America's Cup boat out of Newport.

— Mary M | Aug 11, 2015

Fantastic! Great time kayaking down river, through the locks to the Harbor. Our trip was taken during the time the Morgan was docked at the Navy Yard next to the Constitution...quite fine to see two such ships. Guide was friendly, helpful, knowledgeable. I would definitely do this, or a similar, trip again. (One side note: an earlier review mentioned availability of dry bag for valuables/personal effects; not available on our trip, so just be prepared.)

— Rita R | Jul 31, 2014

Wonderful trip, exciting to go through the Locks from Charles river to Boston Harbor! Guide was excellent. WE had a great time. Dry bag is provided for valuables on the trip - I would have liked to know that ahead of time.

— Larry H | Jul 09, 2013

Great Time, met a family from France and two young couples, Guide was especially friendly. The USS Constitution sure looks more awesome from sea level!

— WJ F | Jul 18, 2011

Harbor Kayak Tour