The Virginia Coast Reserve is home to our 17 uninhabited barrier islands, hundreds of thousands of acres of salt marsh, and some of the best paddling grounds to be found anywhere in the country. As one of the 10 best sea kayaking destinations in America, the Virginia Coast Reserve has something for everyone.

Our Full Day Barrier Island Kayak Tours offer the best possible way to explore these incredible waterways. Each trip is a little different depending on the weather, tides, group skill level and experience, and what you want to do or see. Our experienced guides will create a custom experience designed to help you have the best possible day on the water in one of the most beautiful places you’ve ever seen.

These trips are more physically demanding than our intro tours. We can teach you all of the paddling skills you’ll need, but expect to be exercising at a level equal to a slow to moderate jog for a couple of hours at a time. We use designated touring kayaks for these trips, so the boats cut through the water efficiently and track well.

When you book your trip, please feel free to share as much information as you want regarding what you would like to do, see, and experience during your Full Day Barrier Island Kayak Tour.