Learn sea kayaking as you explore the Salish Sea coastline
3 hours
Kayak gear, guide, light snack
Paddle the cove with a sea kayak guide while learning essential safety procedures and paddling technique. Explore the Salish Sea coastline, geology, plants, and animals from a tandem kayak.
Cancellation refunds: 15+ days: full refund less a $30 handling fee; 14–8 days: 75%; 7–5 days: 50%; 4 days or less: no refund. Late arrivals and no-shows receive no refund. Rain alone is not eligible for cancellation. If unsafe weather cancels the trip, the operator will try to reschedule or issue a refund.
Wear footwear with a back strap, such as sturdy sandals or neoprene booties, and expect to get your feet wet. Bring a water bottle; quick-dry clothing, wind or rain gear, sunglasses, and a sun hat are recommended.
Complete the required medical form before departure and sign a liability release upon arrival.
Kayak The Cove departures generally start at 10:00am or 2:00pm.
I took my kids on a 3-day sea-kayak trip to Cypress Islands. Erica and Eva were our guides and they were wonderful!! This was my kids’ first time in the sea and they got to experience everything - winds, swells, sun, rain, good paddles, cold, heat…. And they loved it. They also got to see Bald Eagles, seals, starfishes, deer and other birds. The food was great, the campsite was good, the group was super high energy and fun, and the guides ran a very good, safe trip with great communication. I could not have asked for anything more. Highly recommend this outfit. And thanks to the owner Sophia for all her wonderful communication with me and her help in making this trip happen!
Charles John
July 27, 2026
I took my kids on a 3-day sea-kayak trip to Cypress Islands. Erica and Eva were our guides and they were wonderful!! This was my kids’ first time in the sea and they got to experience everything - winds, swells, sun, rain, good paddles, cold, heat…. And they loved it. They also got to see Bald Eagles, seals, starfishes, deer and other birds. The food was great, the campsite was good, the group was super high energy and fun, and the guides ran a very good, safe trip with great communication. I could not have asked for anything more. Highly recommend this outfit. And thanks to the owner Sophia for all her wonderful communication with me and her help in making this trip happen!
Charles John
July 27, 2026
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