Guided Kayak Tour on Niagara River from the US Side
Here’s your chance to take in some of the most breathtaking scenery on the Niagara River. Join one of our experienced tour guides as you paddle your kayak through marshes and around islands that played a pivotal role in the settlement of the Niagara Frontier. Land your kayak at Strawberry Island for a brief respite and lounge on a pebble beach or wade in the crystal clear river water.
About this activity
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Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 8 years; children must accompany a parent on a 2-person kayak
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
- Grand Island, NY is approximately 20 minutes from Niagara Falls, NY
- Recommended clothing: loose light clothing, bathing suit (not-required), hat, sunglasses, SPF sunscreen
- Don't forget your camera!
- **Minimum of two travelers per tour**
Includes
- Light snack and bottled water
- 3-hour kayaking tour on Niagara River
- Professional and knowledgeable guide
- All necessary equipment (your choice of single or double kayak)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
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Estimated Time : 180 minutes
The Niagara River follows a 36 mile course flowing first around Grand Island before cascading over the brink of Niagara Falls more than 15 miles downstream. It is at the southern tip of Grand Island that your kayak tour begins. Your guide will lead you along some of the very same canoe trails that were used by the early settlers of the Niagara frontier. As you paddle through the tranquil river waters you will learn about the geology, history and ecology of the Niagara River. You will get to visit the restored East River Marsh, an active heron rookery on Motor Island and you will even land on Strawberry Island where you may see the Bald Eagles that are in residence. Birdlife abounds and it is likely that you will encounter great blue herons, great egrets, black crowned night herons, ospreys and spotted sandpipers as well as a variety of gulls and terns so plan on bringing a camera. After meeting your guide you will be briefed on the day’s trip and the potential highlights. You will be given a choice of either a single or tandem kayak that can be adjusted to fit you comfortably. All paddlers will be required to wear a lifejacket equipped with a whistle while out on the river.