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Few activities put you in the heart of the marine aquascape quite like kayaking. No matter what your destination - the Caribbean, Galapagos, South Pacific, Africa, or even the polar waters of Antarctica and the Arctic - these tours that feature kayaking allow you to witness the marine life from the serene surface of crystal waters. Wonder as a giant humpback whale breaches the surface; see giant turtles and tropical fish glide around your kayak; float over a fever of stingrays as they seem to fly through the water beneath you. These tours tend to feature other activities to get you up close to nature as well, like snorkeling, trekking, or dinghy excursions. Let us know when you're ready to start planning your kayaking adventure!

Top 10 All-Inclusive Kayaking Vacations for 2025-2026

Antarctic Small Ship Expedition

Roundtrip Ushuaia
10 Days from $5,495
Join this 10-day expedition cruise from Ushuaia on the Ocean Nova, exploring the Beagle Channel and crossing the Drake Passage to the stunning Antarctic Peninsula. Experience incredible wildlife, including penguins and seals, through Zodiac excursions and shore landings before returning to Ushuaia.
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Columbia River Gorge

Rivers of Adventure and Wine

8 Days from $5,300
Join this incredible 8-day cruise roundtrip from Portland aboard the Wilderness Legacy to discover the award-winning wines that come out of the Red Mountain AVA. Whitewater rafting, swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, and hiking opportunities abound as you learn about this area's culture and natural history!
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Glass-still waters around Spitsbergen

Norway's Fjords and Arctic Svalbard

Northbound
16 Days from $24,972
Cruise across Norway's fjords and Arctic Svalbard on a 16-day expedition aboard the National Geographic Resolution, and explore the wilderness, wildlife, and scenery on Bergen, Tromso, Lofoten Islands, Tysfjorden and Bear Island.
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Calm waters disturbed only by the flick of a whale's tail

Inside Passage & Glacier Bay Wilderness Cruise

13 Days from $6,100
On this 13-day small ship tour onboard Safari Endeavour, explore the Inside Passage and Glacier Bay. Whales and wildlife, kayaking, and hiking are just some of the activities available. Thirteen days immerse you in the Inside Passage and Glacier Bay National Park, as well as secluded landscapes, native culture, and history.
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Dock going out into the crystal blue ocean

Classic Yachtsman Caribbean

Antigua to Barbados
8 Days from $2,020
Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the Royal Clipper, starting in Antigua. Highlights include snorkeling in Les Saintes, Dominica’s lush rainforests, Grenada’s spice markets, and Barbados’ rich heritage.
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Wildlife in the Galapagos

Eastern Galapagos Catamaran Cruise

8 Days from $5,090
Take an 8-day Galapagos cruise on the Seaman Journey and experience the islands of Baltra, Genovesa, South Plaza, San Cristóbal, Floreana and Española. Swim with sea lions, snorkel in clear waters, and see the famed Galapagos tortoises.
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Halawa Bay on Molokai

Hawaiian Seascapes

Kona to Molokai
8 Days from $5,900
Board the boutique yacht Safari Explorer for an 8-day cruise of the Hawaiian paradise between four islands - Moloka'i, Lana'i, Maui, and Hawaii. Snorkel, paddle board, kayak, explore by skiff, or hike at Lana'i Island, then visit the Humpback Marine Sanctuary and search for dolphins & whales along the way.
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A pair of macaws in the Amazon

Authentic Amazon

8 Days from $5,405
Explore the Ecuadorian Amazon Rainforest aboard the M/V Anakonda for an 8-day tour of Amazon Tributaries. Explore isolated communities and rare, biodiverse habitats on a boat tour. Kayak through rivers and lakes with otters and turtles as your guides, climb observation towers to see the rainforest canopy up close and explore the jungle on foot while keeping an eye out for local species.
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Wildlife of Costa Rica - colorful tree frog

Discover Costa Rica

Multisport Adventure Tour
9 Days from $2,877
This thrilling 9-day Costa Rica multisport adventure tour takes you whitewater rafting on the Pacuare River, biking through tropical plantations, hiking the cloud forest at the Savegre Reserve, zip-lining through the canopy at Hacienda Baru, snorkeling & kayaking in Ballena National Park, and strolling along the beaches of the Pacific coastline.
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Dine on the patio by the water at the V&A Hotel

South Africa Snapshot

9 Days from $4,773
Visit vibrant Cape Town and game-rich Kruger National Park on this 9-day adventure through South Africa. This tour offers the best of both worlds: a world class metropolitan area steeped in history, and a bush experience renowned as one of the greatest in southern Africa, on which you are sure to encounter some of the Big 5.
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8 Best Sea Kayaking Destinations for 2025-2026

Kayaks on the tropical beach

Caribbean Sea Kayaking Trips

Paddle the beautiful waters of the Caribbean on one of these extraordinary sea kayaking trips to Eleuthera Island, Trinidad, Havana, Cienfuegos, and Playa Larga.
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Costa Rica Sea Kayaking Adventures

Paddle the pristine tropical rivers and oceans of Costa Rica on a Kayaking tour.
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Kayak and snorkel in clear blue waters

Belize Sea Kayaking Tours

Sea kayak off the cayes, atolls and beaches of Belize on one of these relaxing kayaking trips by Adventure Life.
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Kayaking through the mangroves

Amazon Sea Kayaking Trips

Paddle the beautiful waters of Amazon on one of these extraordinary sea kayaking trips to Iquitos, Nauta, Coca, Yasuni National Park, and Panacocha Reserve.
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Meet the ancient giant tortoises of the Galapagos

Galapagos Sea Kayaking Trips

Paddle the beautiful waters of the Galapagos on one of these extraordinary sea kayaking trips to Baltra, Bartolome, Bachas Beach, Charles Darwin Center, and North Seymour.
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Kayaking in Hawaii's lava tubes.

South Pacific Sea Kayaking Trips

Paddle the beautiful waters of the South Pacific on one of these extraordinary sea kayaking trips to Papeete, Bora Bora, Taha'a, Moorea, and Huahine.
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Kayaking the Antarctic waters

Kayaking in Antarctica Tours

A trip to Antarctica is a unique opportunity to see some of the most amazing wildlife on the planet while doing activities such as kayaking through the icy waters.
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Kayak quiet waters as you sail to remote polar regions

Arctic Sea Kayaking Trips

Paddle the beautiful waters of Arctic on one of these extraordinary sea kayaking trips to Longyearbyen, Reykjavik, Oslo, Scoresby Sund, and Tromso.
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Top 10 Kayak Cruises in Arctic Polar Waters for 2025-2026

Trip Name From Days Next Departure Summary
Gems of West Greenland: Fjords, Icebergs and Culture $10,995 12 Aug 17, 2025 Experience the breathtaking scenery of West Greenland on this 12-day expedition cruise roundtrip to Reykjavik aboard Ultramarine, delving into its picturesque fjords and visiting breathtaking islands. A journey that encompasses Greenland's most photogenic and recognizable areas.
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Wild Landscapes of West Greenland $16,195 15 Aug 15, 2025 Join the 15-day expedition cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle, beginning in Nuuk, Greenland's northern capital. Beyond Nuuk, sparse settlements line the coast, reachable solely by air or sea. Traveling northward unveils isolated bays amidst sea ice, offering a lesser-explored realm of icebergs and potential whale sanctuaries.
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Svalbard Odyssey $16,795 12 Jul 02, 2025 Join a 12-day expedition cruise on the Greg Mortimer to explore the breathtaking Arctic landscapes of Svalbard. Experience exhilarating polar bear encounters, observe wildlife like beluga whales and arctic foxes, and navigate stunning fjords and pack ice.
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Arctic Sights and Northern Lights $8,195 12 Sep 15, 2025 Embark on a 12-day expedition to and from Reykjavik aboard the Sea Spirit. Experience stunning fjords, icebergs, and wildlife in Greenland, visit an Inuit village, and enjoy various outdoor activities before returning to Iceland's Westfjords.
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Northeast Greenland's Unexplored Sea Ice $27,810 15 May 24, 2025 This 15-day cruise offers a unique opportunity to explore Greenland's northeast coast, one of the most remote regions in the Far North. Take the time to explore the coasts of Blosseville, Ittoqqortoormiit, and Greenland's northeast.
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Norwegian Discovery: Svalbard and the Northern Fjords $17,595 12 Apr 25, 2026 This 10-day Arctic expedition on National Geographic Resolution takes you to the remote islands and fjords of northern Norway such as Sørøya Island and Senja Island before moving towards Svalbard, where the wildlife and rugged landscapes will take your breath away.
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Northwest Passage: Epic High Arctic $21,795 17 Aug 21, 2026 Sail on this 17-day Arctic cruise aboard Ocean Explorer, starting in Calgary, and journey through Canada's High Arctic and Greenland. Explore stunning regions like Beechey Island, Radstock Bay, and Arctic Bay. Cruise through Smith Sound before arriving in Greenland, where you’ll visit Qaanaaq, Uummannaq, and the Ilulissat Icefjord.
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Northwest Passage: The Legendary Arctic Sea Route $18,395 17 Aug 26, 2025 Embark on a 17-day cruise from Reykjavik to Calgary aboard Ultramarine, retracing the Franklin Expedition's path in the Northwest Passage. Explore the Canadian High Arctic and Greenland, discover Inuit communities, hike colorful tundra, and encounter diverse wildlife.
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Jewels of the Arctic $22,295 15 Jul 10, 2026 Join a 15-day expedition cruise aboard the Greg Mortimer from Reykjavik to Oslo. Explore Svalbard's endless daylight, meet polar bears and sea ice walruses, and hear guillemot calls. Venture through East Greenland's Scoresbysund, visit remote Ittoqqortoormiit and glide amidst stunning icebergs.
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A Circumnavigation of Iceland $18,400 10 Jul 09, 2025 See glaciers, geysers, thunderous waterfalls, and enormous cliffs as well as geothermal pools, boiling mud, and lava-scapes on this 10-day active Iceland cruise on the National Geographic Endurance . To get a taste of Icelandic culture, visit Reykjavk, Lake Mvatn, Hásavk, Siglufjördur, and Akureyri.
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Costa Rica Kayaking Travel Guide

Highlights & Kayaking Destinations
  • Kayak the Paquita River to Damas Island. En route, you'll see numerous bird species, snakes, ant eaters and white faced monkeys. You may also see heron species, kingfishers, ospreys, frigots and migratory birds.
  • Kayak in the Caribbean- Cahuita National Park. With the largest coral reef system in Costa Rica, you will have the chance to see a large array of colorful tropical fish, sting rays and possibly a reef shark or two. 
  • Kayak in the Pacific. You are equipped with snorkel gear so that you can jump off your kayak and browse the underwater world as you like.
  • From Bisanz Beach, you'll likely see whales or dolphins. 
  • Explore Corcovado's rich rainforest from kayaks.
  • Kayak the mangrove colonies of Terraba Sierpe Mangrove Swamps near the Sierpe River.
  • Ballena National Park sea kayaking & snorkeling.

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Ecuadorian Rainforest Kayaking Adventure
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Peggy and Robin kayaking Lake Titicaca

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Cruse ship was great. Fantastic food and service. Cruise itinary got changed so not what we expected, but not an major issue. Japan portion was great. Drivers/guides arranged by 80 Days were great. Hotels were mostly ok. Did not know that most hotels outside of major cities do not allow shoes to be worn in the hotel. again a minor inconvenience. Overall a great trip. Adventure Life communications were timely and much appreciated as far as changes/requests.
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We were a group of three that initiated our research by independently searching for the best agency to help us in the somewhat complex experience of traveling to the Galapagos. We chose adventure life because they were the most responsive in the website provided the most comprehensive overview of the trip. Their reviews were also very good. Adventure, life splits up its booking process in two parts. First Jeff, the booking agent helped us decide which experience best suited are interests. We chose a small 14 to 16 group sized yacht. Once the booking was made with Jeff, we were handed off to Coleene, who oversaw the complex process of assembling all of the necessary documents and making sure we had everything we needed to make the trip go smoothly. The adventure, life website, then becomes your personal place of reference for all things related to your trip from door to door. It’s a lot of information to assemble, especially for three travelers, but the website makes it easy and Colleen‘s gentle reminders kept us on track. In all, from the beginning, we had four months from the time we started our research till the time we departed. We felt that was, a good amount of preparation time and don’t think it would be wise to do it in less than four months. Mostly because I think you have more options with that amount of time. There were others on our trip that took six months and more from the time they started planning. The trip itself was outstanding. We ended up on an excellent yacht (Galapagos Angel II) with a great group of guests that we were able to connect with and put together a really nice google photos album to share.
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