Explore a 1,635-acre coastal reserve of shifting islands and marshes
2 Hours
Kayak, paddle, life vest
Explore Zeke’s Island Coastal Reserve, a 1,635-acre network of islands, marshes, and tidal flats. Discover a coastal landscape that changes with the incoming and outgoing tide.
Check-In & Safety Briefing Guests arrive at the launch location at 2515 Fort Fisher Blvd S in Kure Beach. Guides provide kayaks, paddles, life vests, and a quick safety overview.
Launch & Paddle to Zeke’s Island Coastal Reserve Participants paddle toward the protected islands and marshlands that make up the Zeke’s Island Coastal Reserve.
Explore the Coastal Ecosystem Guests kayak through tidal flats, marshes, and barrier islands while spotting wildlife such as birds, fish, and other marine life.
Island Stops & Exploration Depending on conditions, the group may stop for shell hunting, island hopping, or exploring the shoreline.
Return Paddle After exploring the reserve, the group paddles back to the launch point to end the tour.
Full refund with at least 24 hours' notice. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.
Product ID: D65TKP
Single kayaks are for ages 12+. Tandem kayaks have no minimum age when one paddler is an adult.
Sign a waiver before participating in the Zeke's Island kayak tour.
Provide a life vest size for each participant.
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