Sea Kayak Tours

These tours are personal, limited to five kayakers guided by one certified kayak trip leader. The kayaks are exceptionally stable and perfect for paddlers of all abilities.

Tours are offered in July and August from Grape and Spectacle Islands. Sign up on a first-come, first-serve basis upon arrival at the island with the Ranger. Park rangers determine offerings each day, depending on weather and other factors. Kayak programs are open to ages 12 and up; participants under 18 must have a waiver signed by a guardian.

Kayak around Grape and Slate

Discover the beauty and charm of the Boston Harbor Islands by sea kayak on a ranger-led paddling excursion. A 90-minute tour in a park kayak is a perfect way to experience the harbor and islands at an intimate and personal level, as well as a great way to see familiar areas from a new perspective. Grape Island kayak programs are scheduled in July and August, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10:45, 2:00 and 5:00.

Paddle up and kayak at Spectacle

This is a half-hour kayak trial for beginners who want to try sea kayaking. Led by experienced park rangers, these low-impact tours combine striking scenery, park history and information, and paddling and safety skill development. Spectacle Island kayak programs are scheduled in July and August on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. (Note there is no kayaking on weekends, Tuesdays or Fridays on Spectacle Island.)