St. Augustine Kayak and History Tour
St. Augustine Kayak and History Tour
This kayak tour is a history & eco experience for kayakers with previous experience, not suitable for complete beginners. Paddle along the Bayfront of Americas oldest city! This tour will Indulge you with some extraordinary stories of the city as it takes you by the Castillo de San Marcos/Old Fort, Fountain of Youth, the Nombre de Dios Mission and the Great Cross, designating the landing site of the Spanish.Engage in some of the cities natural environments as you paddle up Hospital Creek along the salt marsh.
Possible wildlife sightings include Dolphins, Manatees, Sea Turtles, Stingrays and all kinds of Marsh Birds. Including the Great Blue Heron and the Roseate Spoonbills.The Downtown Bayfront History Tour is not for beginners, some experience is required. The waterways here are much more susceptible to wind speeds and boating traffic.
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
See St. Augustine's most notable attraction from a place like no other! On the water there are no crowded streets or tight corridors. The pictures from the water will most definitely beat any others! Your tour guide will tell riveting stories of this ports past as you paddle alongside it.
National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche at Mission Nombre de Dios
Pass by the great cross and the shrine in style, on the water! your tour guide will take you past the shrine and cross while informing you of its founding and history.
Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park
Pass by the fountain of youth and hear the cannons fire! As your tour guide takes you along hospital creek during your paddle they will provide riveting true stories of the fountain and its history.
20 Bridge of Lions
Depending on wind conditions the tour may go past the bridge of lions. get a close up look at the gorgeous docked ships as well as the historical architecture of the bridge!
Included
- Kayak, Life Jacket, Paddle, Wonderful Experience
Good to Know
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.