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    Nickajack Bat Cave Sunset Kayak Tour

    Glide at dusk to witness thousands of gray bats and hear local river history from your guide

    5.0 stars• 33 reviews

    Duration

    2 Hours

    Includes

    Kayak, Lifejacket, Guide

    Highlights

    Paddle Nickajack Lake at sunset to witness thousands of endangered gray bats emerge from Nickajack Bat Cave. Enjoy an easy 3-mile kayak tour with a guide who shares local history and bat ecology.

    • Enjoy a relaxed 3-mile paddle to viewpoints around Nickajack Lake
    • Watch thousands of gray bats exit the cave at dusk
    • Learn about bat ecology, white-nose syndrome, and river history
    • Look for river otter, osprey, and the occasional bald eagle
    • Bring binoculars for closer views during the tour
    • Join tours available late March to early October

    What's Included

    • Kayak
    • Lifejacket
    • Paddle
    • Guide
    • Group throwbag
    • Group towline
    • Group first aid kit
    • Kayak light
    • Neoprene kayaking mittens (poagies) for fall and winter
    • Drip protection for legs
    • Rainjackets

    Things to know

    Ages 7+; minors under 18 must join with an adult and all participants must sign a waiver. Trips run on Eastern Time. Inform your guide of relevant medical conditions and bring an epi-pen if you have severe allergies.

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel up to 14 days before for a full refund. Between 13 and 4 days, refund minus $20 per person. 72–49 hours before, 50% refund. No refunds within 48 hours. You may reschedule up to 48 hours before start at no cost. No-shows are not eligible for refunds or reschedules.

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    FAQs

    Eastern Time.

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    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 2
    5/5

    Great experience! Due to thunderstorms we weren’t able to go into the bat cave but I know that safety comes first. The girls were amazing at keeping us safe and having fun

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    Sandra Sorto

    August 13, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Great experience! Due to thunderstorms we weren’t able to go into the bat cave but I know that safety comes first. The girls were amazing at keeping us safe and having fun

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    Sandra Sorto

    August 13, 2026

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