WORLDWIDE · SELF-GUIDED TOURS
The 6 best self-guided tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long you are on the water and who it suits. Number one is first for a reason.
Review of Kailua's self-guided kayak tour to Lanikai and the Mokulua Islands, with snorkeling, bikes, beach gear, costs, and practical tips.
“Nice staff, very helpful. We had a great time and fun adventure. We had plenty of time to see the islands and snorkel from the beach. Would definitely do this again.”
Paddle from Hvar to the Pakleni Islands on a flexible self-guided kayak trip with dry bags, snorkel gear, maps, and local advice.
“Great activity and can be as long as you want. We went out for 7 hours and enjoyed every minute. The kayaking was easy and the staff were very helpful providing us with a map the best places to visit. Highly recommend great value for money”
Paddle Florida’s reflective blackwater creek near Jacksonville on a family-friendly kayak rental through shady woods and wildlife habitat.
“My experience was great. My friends and I enjoyed kayaking for the first time. The instructors and other guests were all friendly & helpful. 10/10 highly recommended. Matthew & Eric were very informative instructors and made sure everyone was comfortable.”
Review of a $25 self-guided kayak trip near Bonita Springs, with mangrove tunnels, shelling beach access, calm water, and wildlife chances.
“We booked the 2-hour kayak rental on the single kayaks. Check-in was easy, and they provided everything we needed for the trip. The kayaks were in good shape. We didn’t see much wildlife, but we did find some shells on the beach. In hindsight, I think we would have learned more by doing a guided tour—live and learn!”
Paddle to Mokoli’i Island from Oahu’s east coast, hike for Koolau views, and enjoy flexible self-guided kayaking for $82.
“Very friendly staff at the pick up location. Strapping the kayak on was much easier than I thought it would be and it was easy to take down and put back on my own with the help of my wife. I booked for 4 hours but they told me to bring it back whenever I was done with my trip. Excellent experience and the dry bag was very useful too.”
Paddle a clear-bottom kayak through Maui’s Turtle Town, spot sea turtles and reefs, and enjoy a flexible two-hour self-guided outing.
“Very relaxing. Saw a sea turtle and beautiful coral.”
Pick a coast, a cave, a river or a tunnel.
