True North Kayaking - Kachemak Bay Alaska Tour

Besides ranking as one of Alaska's prime sea kayaking destinations, the east side of Kachemak Bay is also one of its most accessible. You won't need to invest in a floatplane or boat charter to reach the wildlife, sheltered waters, or secluded areas across the bay.

Take a short water-taxi ride (25-30 minutes) from Homer with True North Kayak Adventures to their base on the phenomenal Yukon Island. Famed for its abundant marine wildlife and spectacular scenery, this kayaking hotspot boasts a high population of nesting eagles and sea otters. Sea kayakers paddle by dramatic cliffs, weaving through rock arches and rock gardens.

True North's most popular day trip offers a cornucopia of wildlife viewing in one of the most beautiful areas of the bay. As you ply your paddle through the calm, protected water around Yukon Island, you'll see numerous sea otters and bald eagles, as well as seals, puffins, cormorants, and the occasional whale.

For those on a tight timeline, the Elephant Rock ¾-Day Trip offers an abridged version of the full-day fun. Paddlers will still experience much of the stellar scenery and wildlife of Yukon Island (and they'll enjoy the same hearty picnic lunch).

Details: No experience necessary. Minimum age requirement 6 years (some exceptions).

Tour Highlights

Pristine, sheltered waters, glacier-carved coastline, and abundant wildlife
Easy access to a prime paddling spot
Small groups, with no more than 6 paddlers per guide; staffed to handle larger parties as well
2-paddler minimum
Will attempt to group parties with small children together for greater enjoyment
Established in 1992; the first sea kayaking outfit in Homer
Guides are local Alaskans, trained in CPR and rough-water rescue; most with 3-plus years of experience with True North

2007 Times & Prices

	Dates	Depart	Return	Adult	Child
Yukon Island Day Trip	4/17 – 9/30	10am	5:30pm	$135	See below
Elephant Rock ¾-Day Trip	4/17 – 9/30	10am	3:30pm	$115	See below
Eagle Nest Half-Day Trip	4/17 – 9/30	10am	1:30pm	$85	See below
Eagle Nest Half-Day Trip	4/17 – 9/30	1:30pm	5:30pm	$85	See below

Departure dates are weather-dependent. May start as early as March and run as late as October.
Family discount of 10% off of the overall trip cost available. Call for details.
Price includes lunch, kayak equipment, guide, instruction, and water taxi. Lunch is not provided on the Eagle Nest Day Trip.
Half-day trip recommended for parents kayaking with small children (unless strong enough to paddle for two).

What to Bring

Full water bottle, sweater (it can get chilly even on sunny days), rain jacket, sunglasses, sunscreen, and camera. Some folks like to bring hats and their own rubber boots as well. (True North can provide boots if you do not have them.) Please pack a lunch or snack for the Eagle Nest Day Trip
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Directions

Head down the Homer Spit to the True North Kayak Adventures office on Cannery Row boardwalk. Water-taxi pickup is across the street at the harbor.

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Payment & Cancellation Policy

A credit card number is required to hold your reservation at the time of booking. Your card will not be charged until the day of the trip. True North accepts Visa, MasterCard, and Discover, as well as cash and check.
	Cancellation Policy
For day-trip cancellations, one week’s notice is required for a full refund. With less than one week, the full cost of the trip will be charged. Exceptions may be made for true emergencies.
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