Taste Wisconsin cheese on a guided Milwaukee River kayaking and walking tour
4 Hours
Food tastings, Guided kayaking
Paddle and walk through Downtown Milwaukee with a guide, stopping at popular Milwaukee River restaurants for cheese-focused bites and drinks. Expect a small-group tour with local history and a menu that can vary by day.
This tour launches from 820 S Water St (not The Harp). Exact itineraries and menu vary slightly each day.
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Cancellations less than 24 hours in advance and no-shows are charged the full price. Runs rain or shine unless conditions are unsafe for paddling; if the operator cancels due to weather, you can get a refund or reschedule.
Yes. Submit the waiver prior to your arrival.
Bring sunscreen, water, a change of clothes, and a swimsuit.
Yes. The tour runs rain or shine unless conditions are deemed unsafe for paddling. If the operator cancels due to weather, you can get a refund or reschedule.
Michael and his crew have built something genuinely special on the Milwaukee River. Guides like Jenna and Mark consistently earn praise for being knowledgeable, fun, and patient with first-timers, turning what could be an intimidating experience into something the whole family enjoys. The tours weave together river paddling, city views, and local history in a way that feels more like exploring with a local friend than a formal excursion. Options are flexible, with guided tours and multi-hour rentals available, and the staff handles all the logistics smoothly including life jackets, launching, and skill-level adjustments. The sunset tour gets a specific shoutout, and the free parking and accessible location make the logistics easy. A small number of reviewers ran into communication hiccups around bookings, so it's worth confirming your reservation details ahead of time. That aside, the overwhelming experience here is a highly positive one, and repeat visits seem to be the norm rather than the exception.
Extremely friendly and knowledgeable had some beginners and they had no problems. We had a great paddle.
Kristina Morgan
June 16, 2026
Extremely friendly and knowledgeable had some beginners and they had no problems. We had a great paddle.
Kristina Morgan
June 16, 2026