Paddle a winding one-way river route with a shuttle back to your vehicle
3 Hours
Kayak, paddle, life jacket
Explore the narrow, brackish Transquaking River on a self-guided bridge-to-bridge paddle. Follow the waterway through swampland, farmland and forests, then return to your vehicle by shuttle.
A 20% cancellation fee applies to full-refund requests. No refunds for cancellations within 6 hours of the reserved time or for same-day reservations. Full refund if the operator cancels due to unsafe weather.
Product ID: 7SBSDA
Dress for the weather and expect the possibility of getting wet. Wear shoes or sandals you do not mind getting wet, or go barefoot. Bring sun protection such as sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, or long sleeves if needed.
The Transquaking River tour is self-guided. A kayak, paddle, life jacket, guide, and shuttle transportation back to your vehicle are included.
The activity does not cancel for light rain. Cancellations for weather occur only when conditions such as lightning, high winds, downpours, or other unsafe conditions arise.
2524 Key Wallace Drive, Cambridge, MD, 21613
Our family had a wonderful time crabbing and learning about Chesapeake Bay! Susan was so amazing with our large group and made it fun for all ages! It was truly the highlight of our trip to Maryland! Thank you, Blackwater Adventures!
Caitlin Attal
August 2, 2026
Our family had a wonderful time crabbing and learning about Chesapeake Bay! Susan was so amazing with our large group and made it fun for all ages! It was truly the highlight of our trip to Maryland! Thank you, Blackwater Adventures!
Caitlin Attal
August 2, 2026
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