4-Hour Kayak on Yellowstone Lake with Lunch

4.9(216)4 hFree cancellationBy Yellowstone Hiking Guides

Watching geysers erupt while paddling on Yellowstone Lake with Yellowstone Hiking Guides.

About this activity

A kayak paddle on Yellowstone Lake is a great way to start the day before moving on to afternoon activities.

We begin the tour at 10AM to beat the wind and waves that can form later in the day. Launching in the evening can be quite dangerous. Safety is our priority.

Your kayak instructor will provide a safety briefing and introduce you to the kayaks and paddle strokes. The tours have a ratio of 6-guests-to-1-guide. The minimum age to join is 14.

Once underway, we journey from the Grant Village Marina to the West Thumb Geyser Basin. The sight of the steaming geyser basin forms a lifelong memory. Enjoy the big mountain views of the Absaroka Range across the lake. Getting out on the water is a unique way to experience the Park.

Our tours are fun! But, we also have a passion for the Park and enjoy sharing information about the flora, fauna, and history of the region.

Tours include morning hot drinks and light snacks, as well as lunch on an off the beaten path beach.

What's included

✓Dry Bag for Personal Items
✓Personal Floatation Device
✓Bottled water
✓Light breakfast snack
✓Paddle Jacket
✓Single or Tandem Kayak and Paddle
✓Hot coffee/tea/cocoa
✓Sandwich (Turkey/Veggie/Vegan/Gluten Free Options), Brown Bag with apple, chips, nuts, snacks. *Please notify YHG with any food allergies or dietary restrictions*

Not included

✕Yellowstone Entrance Fee: $35 per vehicle, good for one week. Annual America the Beautiful Pass accepted also.
✕Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

We have our kayaks lined out on the lakefront at the gravel beach near the boat dock at Grant Marina, next to the parking lot at the end of Grant Marina Road.

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Traveler weight limit 275lbs.
Traveler age minimum: 14-years-old

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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