Discover the primitive beauty of Drakes Estero, a remote and protected estuary within Point Reyes National Seashore.The estero is the only marine wilderness on the western side of the U.S and home to many species of birds, harbor seals, river otters, and more. This six-hour kayaking tour is moderate to strenuous, especially during the windy season. Come prepared to paddle hard at least some of the time. Your guide will take you deep into the heart of a thriving marine ecosystem—far from crowds and road noise—where tidal channels, wildlife, and panoramic landscapes and possibly ancient whale fossils offer a truly immersive coastal adventure.
Guests will be using stable, closed-deck tandem kayaks. This tour is ideal for those seeking solitude, natural wonder, and a deeper connection to California’s wild coastline.
Drakes Estero – Schooner Bay
18486 Sir Francis Drake Blvd / Oyster Road
Inverness, CA 94937
(Approx. 4 miles past the town of Inverness—look for the “Drakes Estero” sign and turn left onto a half-mile dirt road to the parking lot.)
Note: If you reach a sign for Drakes Beach, you’ve gone too far.
