KAYAK TOURS
Seal Watching Kayak Tour
Join the EMS Kayak School as we go in search of one of the most endearing winter residents of Narragansett Bay, the harbor seal. Harbor seals migrate from the Gulf of Maine and Atlantic Canada into Narragansett Bay’s warmer waters in the winter months. Once quite rare in the area, harbor seal populations have rebounded since the passage of the Marine Mammal Protection Act in 1972. Here in the Bay, they are protected from many of their natural predators like orcas and sharks. Viewing these animals by kayak gives you an opportunity not available any other way; you can look these animals right in the eye, from their perspective, in their environment. There are several locations throughout Narragansett Bay that are regular haul out spots for the seals, and due to tides, winds and the cooler temperatures our launch sites often vary! READ MORE
Skill Level: Beginner
Length: 3 hours
Prerequisites: No paddling experience required
Location: Rhode Island
Newport Harbor Kayak Tour
Welcome to the charming “City by the Sea.” One of America’s oldest cities, Newport is rich in colonial architecture and history. Appreciate the spirit of this city with us, on the water, as we guide you through its spectacular waterfront on the way to Rose Island Lighthouse. This paddle starts at Kings Beach Park and winds around downtown Newport going wherever Mother Nature guides us. Paddle up to the Newport Lighthouse that overlooks the Newport Bridge, an active lighthouse that guided mariners as far back as the 1800′s. Our journey continues with scenic views of Rose Island, Jamestown, Hammersmith Farm, and Fort Adams. Pack a lunch and water, as we will break midday. Kayak, paddle and PFD’s are provided. READ MORE
Skill Level: Beginner
Length: 3 hours
Prerequisites: No previous kayak experience required
Location: Rhode Island
100 Acre Cove Kayak Tour
Tour one of Barrington’s quintessential salt water marshes and discover all the wildlife that calls it home! Visit Osprey nests and Terrapin turtle nesting sites in this wide open ecosystem that serves as a filtration system to Narragansett Bay. Great Blue Herrings and Snowy Egrets dot the banks and landscape as we paddle the perimeter of the tidal marsh. We will paddle north from the small boat ramp along route 114 and explore the marsh and its tributaries. READ MORE
Skill Level: Beginner
Length: 3 hours
Prerequisites: No previous kayak experience required
Location: Rhode Island
Hingham Harbor Kayak Tour
Explore the inner Boston Harbor Islands and its National Park Lands on one of our most popular kayak tours. The paddle starts at our newest Eastern Mountain Sports Location in Hingham, MA. From we travel to the launch at Hingham Harbor, cover some basic instruction and get outfitted to paddle. This easy sheltered tour takes us around a few of the inner islands and visits the northern tip of Worlds Ends Reservation. From the Reservation there are sweeping views of Hull, Boston Harbor, the Boston skyline, and the larger Harbor Islands. READ MORE
Skill Level: Beginner
Length: 3 hours
Prerequisites: No previous kayak experience required
Location: Massachusetts
Charles River Kayak Tour
Come paddle the middle Charles River between Needham and Newton, MA and rediscover nature in this urban setting. Our plan is to paddle up river on this gentle flowing scenic and historic river through Cutler Park toward Millennium Park and view the flora and fauna along the river’s edge. The 800 acres known as Cutler Park comprise the largest remaining fresh water marsh on the middle Charles River. During this paddle we regularly see deer foraging, blue herrings fishing, and turtles basking in the sun. We will meet at the Newton EMS store, take a 3 minute walk to the put in and enjoy a two and a half hour paddle within this winding historic river. Paddling this stretch of the river is a great way to appreciate all the park service’s hard work and the push towards conservation within this valuable waterway. READ MORE
Skill Level: Beginner
Skill Level: Beginner
Length: 3 hours
Prerequisites: No paddling experience required
Location: Massachusetts
Downtown Providence Tour
For the last 10 years the city of Providence and its waterfront has gotten a facelift and the City is making a revival. This paddle takes you into downtown Providence is a great way to view all the improvements that are responsible for the recent growth of the area. We launch from Bold Point Park in East Providence and paddle along the newly renovated India Point Park. In order to get into the relocated Providence River we paddle under the new 195 suspension bridge and through the hurricane barriers. This will take us to the downtown section of this paddle tour. At this point we begin to paddle through the suspended fire grates used to create Providence’s renowned Waterfire in which thousands of people walk the river’s edge to be warmed and entranced by the glow, sounds and smells of the fires. Come with us and explore Providence by kayak and enjoy this unique experience! READ MORE
Skill Level: Beginner
Skill Level: Beginner
Length: 3 hours
Prerequisites: No paddling experience required
Location: Rhode Island
