Mothership Tours - All Types
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Mothership Outer Penobscot Bay (United States)
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Departs: Aug,

Cost: $999

Length: 5 days

We're going in style on this trip aboard Wanderbird, a beautifully customized vessel that will bring us and our kayaks to amazing paddling locations that can't be reached easily otherwise! Captains Rick and Karen will take care of all of our meals and amenities while we plan our adventures! Each morning after a hearty and delicious breakfast we will launch our kayaks to explore remote and beautiful areas of the coast and islands that are not usually accessible from shore-based launching sites. We'll explore the nooks and crannies of the islands, picnic on beaches and in the late afternoon we'll meet back aboard the Wanderbird for hot showers, refreshment, a comfortable place to relax and unwind.
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More Details: http://www.castinekayak.com/


Turkey - Paddle the Turquoise Coast (Turkey)
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Skill Level: Moderate

Departs: May, Sep,

Cost: From $1650 AUD

Length: 8-13 days

Southern Sea Ventures operates a number of amazing adventures along Turkey's stunning Mediterranean coast. The "Turquoise Coast Kayak trip" is a self contained 7 day expedition between Koycegiz Lake and Gocek Bay. Join us as we camp on remote beaches, paddle beneath Lycian tombs carved into sheer rock faces, swim in the beautifully clear water and explore ancient ruins. For those with a little more time and energy, combine the Turquoise Coast 7 day paddle with 4 days of walking along the Lycian Way on our Active Turkey trip. The walk combines rugged mountain scenery with stunning coastal views, traditional villages and little visited ruins. Private departures and custom made itineraries are available, contact Southern Sea Ventures for details.
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More Details: http://www.southernseaventures.com/


Florida Keys Nat'l Wildlife Refuge (United States)
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Departs: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec,

Cost: $125 per person

Length: 4 hours

Join Captain Bill Keogh aboard his 24' explorer skiff loaded with kayaks and ready to explore. Using the skiff we ferry the kayaks out into the remote wilderness of the refuge backcountry where we visit bird rookeries, beachcomb sandy beaches and enjoy unparalleled ocean vistas. Baby Shark, giant sea turtles, roseate spoonbulls, sting rays, eagles, dolphin, sea stars and "crabs that live in the trees" are just a few of the creatures we may encounter. Kayaking, snorkeling, birdwatching, photography and getting away from it all is what makes this a highlight of your Keys vacation. Departs year-round
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More Details: http://www.keyskayaktours.com/


Island Bliss (Italy)
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Departs: Sep,

Cost: EURO 2575.00

Length: 8 days

This week in Sardinia is all about you!
Travel off the beaten path, experience local island culture and have fun adventuring. Get pampered with the finest and freshest ingredients from "antipasti" (starter) to "dolce" (desert). Paired with ancient history and activities such as kayaking, hiking, relaxing and savoring local foods and wines we think this makes for the perfect holiday! The natural beauty of this island is enough to take anyone’s breath away. From sand dunes and wheat fields to pine forests and lakes, the view is constantly changing and always inspiring.
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More Details: www.ecosummer.com


Patagonian Fjords & Lake District (Chile)
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Departs: Jan, Feb,

Cost: US$1650

Length: 8 days

From the beautiful lakeside town of Puerto Varas we will start our Patagonian adventure, experiencing two different Andean landscapes: the snow-capped volcanoes, pristine lakes and emerald colored rivers of Chile’s Lake Region and the magnificent fjords of Pumalin Park, where wild mountains plunge into the sea. We will visit the famousVolcan Osorno for stunning views of the Andean range, Lake Llanquihue and Petrohue River. Then it’s on to the majestic fjords, natural hot springs, crystal rivers and primeval rain forest of Pumalin Reserve. We will paddle into protected waters with time to hike, take hot baths or fish, while our cook prepare gourmet meals in the galley of our picturesque support vessel. Certainly a unique experience you will remember and treasure for a lifetime.
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More Details: http://www.seakayakchile.com/


Valentine's Day Sea Kayak Trip (United States)
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Departs: Feb,

Cost: $860, $730 (dbl)

Length: 3 nights

Celebrate with your Valentine! With our fiberglass sea kayaks by NDK, VCP, or Northwest, practice or learn new skills in our warmer waters or explore miles of beaches and mangrove creeks and bays, getting close-up views of Florida's wildlife: dolphins feeding, manatees lounging, eagle, osprey, great white pelican, and a multitude of water birds soaring and nesting. After daily paddles come back to Mirage for delicious meals, a hot shower and comfortable sleeping quarters! You can also choose to take time to relax aboard the mothership. Come join Elke and John aboard Mirage.
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More Details: http://www.KayakV.com/


Alaska: Mothership Glacier Tour (United States)
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Skill Level: Beg. - Adv.

Departs: Jun, Jul, Aug,

Cost: $2900-$3700

Length: 8 days

View slide show here! This fully-guided tour will visit prime paddling destinations in the pristine wilderness between Sitka and Petersburg. You will visit tidewater glaciers and Ford's Terror in enchanting Holcomb Bay, where you will paddle through ice floes and watch walls of ice calve into the sea. You will kayak with humpback whales, hike in ancient rainforests, soak in hotsprings, and view brown bear. Home Shore is your personalized sea kayak mothership, offering truly customized itineraries for just six guests. Paddle for an hour or all day, you set the pace. Enjoy double occupancy staterooms, wonderful meals, and the traditions of a classic wooden vessel. Openings filling up fast - contact us soon!
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More Details: http://www.homeshore.com/


Glacier Bay Mothership Tour (United States)
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Skill Level: Beg. - Adv.

Departs: May,

Cost: $2900-$3700

Length: 8 days

On this tour between Sitka and Juneau you will experience an incredible variety of protected paddling environments from the labyrinths of West Chichagof to the icefields and calving tidewater glaciers of pristine Glacier Bay National Park. Paddle huge rock arches, barrier reefs, delta passages near Brady Glacier’s huge face, and pristine inlets with the10,000 foot plus Fairweather Mountains as a backdrop. You will be surrounded by wildlife, including gray and humpback whales, sea otter, puffins, sea lions, and more. Enjoy the flexibility of all our tours;­ no “milk runs” here -­ you set the pace. These fully-guided May tours are sold out for 2008, but space is available in 2009. They are open to couples - ­Reserve Now!
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More Details: http://www.homeshore.com


Desolation Sound (Canada)
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Departs: Jun,

Cost: $2850.00 CDN

Length: 7 days

Surrounded by the towering snow-capped Coast Mountains and the lush evergreen slopes of East Redonda Island, Desolation Sound is situated in a truly spectacular setting. With its exceptionally warm waters and numerous islands, bays, and lagoons, it provides a perfect sea kayak experience. A visit to the unique sea bird nesting colony of Mitlenatch Island, with it's carpets of wild flowers, is an additional highlight of this tour.
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More Details: www.mothershipadventures.com/


Everglades 3 Day Trip (United States)
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Departs: Mar,

Cost: $575; $490 (dbl)

Length: 3 day/2 night

With our fiberglass sea kayaks by NDK, VCP, or Northwest, practice or learn new skills in our warmer waters or explore beaches and mangrove creeks and bays, and ancient Indian shell mounds of the 10,000 Islands in the Everglades. Get close-up views of Florida's wildlife in their natural habitat: dolphins, sharks, eagle, osprey, great white pelican, and a multitude of water birds soaring and nesting. Find alligators on a paddle up a fresh water river. After daily kayaking come back to Mirage for delicious meals, a hot shower and comfortable sleeping quarters away from the bugs! Take time off from paddling to relax aboard the mothership. Come join Elke and John aboard Mirage for the 3 day - 2 night Everglades trip, March 25-27.
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More Details: http://www.KayakV.com/


Great Bear Rainforest (Canada)
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Departs: Aug, Sep,

Cost: $2850-3975 CDN

Length: 7-10 days

Set in the heart of British Columbia's wild central coast, the Great Bear Rainforest offers some of the most stunning sea kayaking in the world. The Columbia III departs Sunday afternoons from the remote First Nations' village of Bella Bella. We then begin our week of exploring the most pristine wilderness on the British Columbian coast. The diversity of landscapes, abundance of wildlife, and unlimited paddling routes makes the Great Bear Rainforest a truly superb sea kayaker's destination.
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More Details: www.mothershipadventures.com/


Everglades Ten Thousand Islands (United States)
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Departs: Mar,

Cost: $1500, $1275 (dbl)

Length: 6 nights

With our fiberglass sea kayaks by NDK, VCP, or Northwest, practice or learn new skills in our warmer waters or explore beaches and mangrove creeks and bays, and ancient Indian shell mounds. Get close-up views of Florida's wildlife in their natural habitat: dolphins, eagle, osprey, great white pelican, and a multitude of water birds soaring and nesting. Find alligators on a paddle up a fresh water river. After daily kayaking come back to Mirage for delicious meals, a hot shower and comfortable sleeping quarters! Take time off from paddling to relax aboard the mothership. Come join Elke and John aboard Mirage.
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More Details: http://www.KayakV.com/


Alaska: Icy Strait / Inian Islands (United States)
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Skill Level: Int. - Adv.

Departs: May, Jun, Jul, Aug,

Cost: $2,500

Length: 8 Days

We are quickly getting known for this unique trip that involves a variety of paddling opportunities including the wildlife and the currents surrounding the Inian Islands. Weather permitting we venture further out into Cross Sound and enjoy the ocean swells and pounding surf along George Island. Experience is a must but you do not need to be an expert to have fun. For a complete change of pace we may make a short visit to the unique little Alaskan community of Elfin Cove. As we pass Point Adolphus we never fail to see Humpback whales. Do we sound excited? We love this trip! Flying in and out of Juneau keeps it simple. USFS Permitted.
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More Details: http://www.kayaktransport.com/


Experience Catalina Island-Day Trip (United States)
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Skill Level: Novice

Departs: May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct,

Cost: $540 total for 1-4

Length: 7 hrs

If you've only 1 day to spend on Catalina Island, this is the way to experience her beautiful lee shore. Our day begins with a 6-8 mile coastal cruise on our custom 25' Radon boat, examining the shoreline you'll soon paddle back down. We'll leave you with your snorkel gear, picnic and guide whose years of intimate knowledge of Catalina's marine & terrestrial wonders, history & geology will help you to discover the island. Slip into Red Cave (room for a couple of kayaks), explore remote beaches, snorkel crystal clear waters and kelp forests. Your day ends in the town of Avalon, time for an ice cream before boarding the speedy ferry back to Los Angeles - worlds away.
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More Details: http://www.kayakcatalinaisland.com


Gulf Islands w/ Mirage Mothership (United States)
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Departs: Apr,

Cost: $1500, $1275 (dbl)

Length: 6 nights

With our fiberglass sea kayaks by NDK, VCP, or Northwest, practice or learn new skills in our warmer waters or explore miles of beaches and mangrove creeks and bays, getting close-up views of Florida's wildlife: dolphins feeding, manatees lounging, eagle, osprey, great white pelican, and a multitude of water birds soaring and nesting. After daily paddles come back to Mirage for delicious meals, a hot shower and comfortable sleeping quarters! Come join Elke and John aboard Mirage. Trip dates are April 13-19. We also are planning to add a May trip. Please call 863-357-7406 for more information and which May dates you would be interested in.
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More Details: http://www.KayakV.com/


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