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    12-Mile Black River Kayak Tour to Three Sisters Swamp

    Paddle among cypress trees more than 2,600 years old

    Duration

    7 hrs

    Highlights

    Explore 12 miles of the Black River by kayak, gliding along slow-moving, tea-colored water through undisturbed forest. Follow the river into an ancient swamp where dense riverside thickets give way to a varied forest landscape.

    • Discover Three Sisters Swamp, home to cypress trees more than 2,600 years old
    • Admire sandbars and riverbanks lined with water ash and cat-briar
    • Look for wildlife such as river otters, deer, and bobcats along the waterway

    Important details

    • Ages 12 and under require a tandem kayak with an adult.

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancellations within 72 hours of your start time forfeit 100% of the cost. Rescheduling is at management's discretion. Trips are not canceled or rescheduled solely on forecasts. Weather cancellations may occur up to departure. If the operator cancels for hazardous weather and cannot reschedule, no cancellation fees apply.

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    FAQs

    Wear water shoes that stay securely on your feet; no flip-flops. Choose light-colored, loose clothing that can get wet.

    Bring a sack lunch to enjoy in the swamp, snacks, and personal water bottles with plenty of water. Alcohol is not allowed.

    Bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and bug spray. Protect all electronics in a waterproof dry bag or zip-lock bag.

    Meeting details

    Newbees Landing, 85 Longview Road, Kelly, NC 28448

    Experience provided by Mahanaim Adventures

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    Single Kayak

    $140.98

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    Seat on Tandem Kayak

    $140.98

    Children 12 and under required to ride tandem w/ Adult

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