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Bair Island & Corkscrew SloughPrint FriendlyBair Island & Corkscrew Slough
Kayaking Tour

Trip Details

Trip Description: Take an exciting kayak tour of Bair Island Ecological Reserve and Corkscrew Slough and experience the serenity of being surrounded by a maze of waterways. On this kayaking tour, you will spend time exploring the many winding channels of the slough while observing many wetland bird species. This adventure is for those looking for a longer exploratory tour in a true slough environment.

What to Bring:

  • Wear synthetic, wool, or silk clothing (swimsuit, shirt, shorts, jacket, & warm cap) rather than cotton.
  • Water
  • Food (sandwich, fruit, energy bars)
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Eyeglasses / Sunglasses keeper straps
  • Booties, water shoes, or sport sandals
  • Towel
  • A change of clothes
  • Consider bringing a tip for your instructor / guide for exceptional service

Level: Recommended for beginners and intermediates in good physical condition.

Time: Dependent on tides, but usually starting between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM and ending between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM.

Outback Adventures Provides:

  • Kayak
  • Paddles
  • PFD’s
  • Spray skirts
  • Paddling Jackets
  • Wetsuits (if necessary)
  • 1st Aid and safety equipment
  • Experienced, friendly guides

Directions from San Jose: Take 101 north and exit at Woodside and head east. Turn right onto Seaport Blvd. Turn left onto Chesapeake Drive and continue to the end of the road. Park alongside the road or in the parking lot across from the boat launch. Meet your guides near the launch ramp.

1158 Saratoga Avenue - San Jose - CA - 95129 - 408-551-0588
12 East Sir Francis Drake Blvd. - Larkspur - CA - 94939 - 415-461-2222
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