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Four people in kayaks near a large, rusted shipwreck. 3
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Galveston: Sea Kayaking Tour with Harbor Views

By OAK GeoSciences, LLC
Free cancellation available
Price is P 16,384 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Paddle through the Galveston Harbor and see large ships up close
  • See a variety of birds, including pelicans, terns, and sea gulls
  • Spot dolphins if you're lucky and see the SS Selma shipwreck
  • Enjoy a personalized experience with a small group and local guide
  • Learn about water safety and proper paddling techniques from your guide

Activity location

    • Galveston
    • Galveston, Texas, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Galveston, TX, USA
    • Galveston, Texas, United States

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Awesome destination. Birds, Boats and Blades: Galveston Harbor @ Golden Hour (Sunset Tour).
  • Inclusions
    Small group size. Family & Beginners friendly.
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    Experienced trip leader. Local expertise.
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    Exceptional quality kayaking equipment.
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    Premium quality paddling equipment including:
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    Sea Touring Kayak/Canoe
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    Lightweight Paddle
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    Adjustable Lifejacket
  • Inclusions
    Dry Bag (small size)
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    Access to group equipment including:
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    VHF Marine Radio
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    First Aid Kit
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    Tow Belt
  • Exclusions
    Parking per vehicle will be discussed during the meet up.
  • Exclusions
    Gratuities are greatly appreciated!

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: High-heeled shoes, Jeans, Luggage or large bags, Sandals or flip flops
    • Not suitable for: Children under 8 years, Non-swimmers, People over 250 lbs (113 kg), People prone to seasickness, People with back problems, Pregnant women

What you can expect

  • Paddle through the Galveston Harbor on a guided sea kayaking tour. See docked large-size boats such as cruise ships, barges, yachts, containerships, oil tankers, fishing vessels, large cranes, and the tall ship Elissa. Spot pelicans, dolphins, and a variety of birds.

    Start with on-land instruction and a safety briefing, then adjust your gear to your stature and be on the water soon thereafter. Paddle through the harbor to see docked large-size boats such as cruise ships, barges, yachts, containerships, oil tankers, fishing vessels, large cranes, and the tall ship Elissa.

    Admire the large contingent of pelicans and, if you're lucky, spot dolphins. See a wide variety of birds including brown pelicans, terns, sea gulls, white egrets, blue herons, ducks, cormorants, anhinga, ospreys, and black vultures.

    If desired and conditions are right, go to see from up close the Historical Landmark SS Selma shipwreck, an experimental ship made of concrete and rebar steel from the WWI era, today partially submerged in Galveston Bay.

Location

Activity location

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    • Galveston
    • Galveston, Texas, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Galveston, TX, USA
    • Galveston, Texas, United States