Guided Wildlife Kayak Tour in Alligator River Refuge
Paddle the Alligator River Refuge and look for local wildlife with a guide
Duration
2 hours
Includes
Guided tour, kayak, life jacket
Highlights
Paddle through Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge on a guided outing with a paddling lesson and safety talk. Learn about the area's logging and Prohibition-era distilling history while searching the water and shoreline for wildlife.
- Learn essential paddling skills before launching
- Explore waterways in Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge
- Search for alligators, turtles, egrets, osprey, river otters, and red wolves
- Look for black bears and bald eagles along the refuge
- Discover the area's logging and whiskey-distilling past
What's Included
- Sit-in kayak
- Life jacket
- Paddling lesson
- Safety talk
Important details
- Ages 6+ only
- Intermediate paddling level required
- Complete a digital waiver before arrival; a parent or legal guardian must sign for participants under 18
- Bring at least 1 quart (1 liter) of water
- Wear clothes and shoes you do not mind getting wet or dirty
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 48 hours before the scheduled activity for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 48 hours. Reschedule or wind check until the day before; same-day rescheduling is not permitted. Late arrivals and no-shows are not refunded or rescheduled.
Product ID: CK3PZV
FAQs
Bring at least 1 quart (1 liter) of water, sunscreen or a hat, sunglasses with a strap, insect repellent, a towel, a change of clothes, and a tip for your guide. Bring a raincoat or waterproof jacket if rain is forecast.
Wear clothes and shoes you do not mind getting wet or dirty.
Complete a digital waiver before arrival. Participants 18 and older must sign their own waiver; a parent or legal guardian must sign for anyone under 18.
Meeting details
Buffalo City Road and Highway 64 West, East Lake, NC
