Beginner Tour Package
BEGINNER FLATWATER TRIP PACKAGE
Five Trips
Two Years
All Fun!
Our Beginner Flatwater Trip Package is a bundle of five fun trips that have been specifically designed for people with new to paddling and are seeking an experience with calm water, stable kayaks, and friendly instruction. The package spans up to two years* and includes five fun local adventures in the DC area.
$475
Now 30% off!
$332.50
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Package Overview
The Beginner Flatwater Trip Package consists of five unique local trips in the Washington, DC area. You’ll see the city and surrounding area like never before, and you have up to two years to complete them all!
C&O Canal Tour
Discover The Potomac
Night Sounds By Moonlight
Blackwater Wildlife Refuge
Fall Colors On The Potomac
Use of top-quality equipment for all trips
(kayak, paddle and PFD)
All trips are run by a professional kayaking instructor. All of your equipment—including kayak, paddle, and personal floatation device (PFD)—is provided for you on-site for each trip.
During each local outing, our guides will provide instruction on proper equipment fit, boat outfitting, safe launching and landing, and basic strokes, so you’ll have chances to see your gains each time we go. We’ll even teach you the best way to paddle (by using your big core muscles instead of just your arms and shoulders). We’ll also point out wildlife and natural features as we go, so you’ll experience the Washington, DC area in a deeper and more satisfying way.
Get an introduction to kayaking and see bald eagles, great blue herons, wild turkeys, owls, deer, turtles, beaver, rays, and more!
Price
Beginner Flatwater Trip Package
$475
Now 30% off!
$332.50
Payments processed securely by Stripe
BEGINNER FLATWATER TOUR
C&O Canal Tour
Experience the joy of kayaking with our 2-Hour C&O Canal Beginner Kayak Tour, led by friendly, safety-conscious guides. Enjoy instruction tailored for beginners, comfortable kayaks, and fascinating history. Discover George Washington’s vision and a popular DC area attraction, attracting millions of visitors annually.
BEGINNER FLATWATER TOUR
Discover the Potomac
Enjoy a four-hour guided trip of a serene and scenic section of the Potomac River on our signature trip. All our beginner trips are specifically designed for people with limited to no paddling experience (calm water, stable kayaks, friendly instruction).
BEGINNER FLATWATER TOUR
Night Sounds By Moonlight
Experience a three-hour trip on the Potomac River at Riley’s Lock, where you’ll listen for evening sounds like owls and bull frogs. These trips are offered during full or nearly full moons, and witnessing a moonrise from a kayak is a breathtaking experience. Bring a Red Glowstick
BEGINNER FLATWATER TOUR
Blackwater Wildlife Refuge
Experience a three-hour kayak safari in the Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, a two-hour drive from the metro area. The refuge supports over 60 bird species, including a large Bald Eagle population and 13 waterfowl species. All trips include a paddling lesson and equipment orientation. Bald eagle sightings are guaranteed.
BEGINNER FLATWATER TOUR
Fall Colors On The Potomac
Experience the splendor of fall foliage from a unique perspective on the water, witnessing the vivid display of color and light. All trips include a brief equipment orientation and paddling lesson. Bring a thermos of hot spiced cider and a waterproof camera for a four-hour adventure.
FAQs
Feeling uncertain about how the kayak tours work? Find answers to some frequently asked questions below!
Can I just sign up for a single tour or do I have to purchase the complete package?
Yes! The package is a better value if you were to do all of the trips, but you can sign up for a single tour, if desired. Just go to our registration page and you can purchase a single trip.
Do I have to do the trips in any specific order?
No! You can do any trip at any time—no specific order required! : )
Is there a time limit, or can I do all five trips in a sprint?
Yes! You can do all five trips as quickly as you’d like. Alternately, if you’d like to stretch them out, you can take up to two years to complete them all. We’re flexible and it’s up to you!
What Others Are Saying
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Make This Year Amazing!
Learn a new skill, meet new friends, and see the Potomac River like never before with Kayak DC!
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