Sea Kayak to an Island Tour in Casco Bay
Overview
Learn the basics of sea kayaking on land before launching at Mere Point in Brunswick for a leisurely 3 hour morning tour of Northwest Casco Bay! Often we paddle south to the end of Mere Point for a photo op and then on to visiting an island for a stretch break, snacks, and shoreline exploring. Then we paddle back on a different route close to an island to our launching point. Your Master Maine Guide will share history of the area while adapting the tour to paddling conditions and participants abilities.
Sea kayaking is an easy, fun way to sightsee from the water. We often see different kinds of sea gulls, cormorants, ducks, great blue herons, snowy egrets, osprey and sometimes bald eagles. If we are lucky, we will see a seal.
Paddlers of all ages will love exploring Casco Bay in this protected, scenic, historic area! No experience is needed. This a family-oriented experience. Single and double kayaks are used on this guided tour by a Master Maine Guide.
What's Included
- Snacks
- Sea kayak (single or double), paddle, life jacket and safety gear
- Professional guide
- Gratuities
- Bottled water
- Food and drinks, other than the "value added offers" specified in your guidebook
Meeting Location
1161 Mere Point Road
Brunswick, ME 04011, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with physical disabilities without prior arrangements.
- Due to Covid-19 requirements, all travelers must provide their own face masks, hand sanitizer, water, snacks, sunscreen, bug repellent, and clothing.
- All participants who are NOT FULLY VACCINATED will wear a face mask on land and whenever social distancing is not able to be maintained. One will be provided if necessary.
- Proof of Covid-19 vaccination will be required for all to determine mask usage. Bring it with you.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. Tour may be moved to a second location for more favorable conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, strong winds or rain, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
- Dress appropriately for the weather and water. Wear shoes that can get wet and stay on your feet, and bring a hat, sunglasses, and a windbreaker or synthetic fleece for warmth.
- A liability waiver and medical information form must be completed before the tour.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult for everyone's safety.
- Current Covid-19 regulations will be shared with travelers at the start of the trip. Travels must sign a waiver at that time.
- Maximum weight for a participant is 325 lbs.
- Participants must be able to easily move their lower body to get into and out of the sea kayaks.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (12)
Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
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Activity code: C-34945P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (12)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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The maximum weight capacity for kayaking is 340 lbs / 154 kg.
Nov 2021No experience is necessary! Beginners are welcome on all of our kayak tours. Most of our guests have never been in a sea kayak before. Anyone in average physical condition may join a kayak tour. If you can hike or bike, you can paddle our sea kayaks. You do not need any swimming skills either.
The only prerequisite is a healthy spirit of curiosity and adventure.
Regardless of age or skill level you will find that our expeditions offer enough flexibility to make your experience with us safe and rewarding. We will show you proper sea kayaking technique and water safety before leaving the beach. And your expert guides will be with you throughout the adventure to give you pointers and improve your skills.
Sep 2022Your safety is City Balloon Tours’s number one concern. In general, sea kayaking is safer than most other outdoor pursuits, even bicycling.
Jan 2023If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Snacks.
- Sea kayak (single or double), paddle, life jacket and safety gear.
- Professional guide.
- Gratuities.
- Bottled water.
- Food and drinks, other than the "value added offers" specified in your guidebook.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Sea Kayak to an Island Tour in Casco Bay is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with physical disabilities without prior arrangements.
- Due to Covid-19 requirements, all travelers must provide their own face masks, hand sanitizer, water, snacks, sunscreen, bug repellent, and clothing.
- All participants who are NOT FULLY VACCINATED will wear a face mask on land and whenever social distancing is not able to be maintained. One will be provided if necessary.
- Proof of Covid-19 vaccination will be required for all to determine mask usage. Bring it with you.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Sea Kayak to an Island Tour in Casco Bay will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Snacks
- Sea kayak (single or double), paddle, life jacket and safety gear
- Professional guide
- Gratuities
- Bottled water
- Food and drinks, other than the "value added offers" specified in your guidebook
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with physical disabilities without prior arrangements.
- Due to Covid-19 requirements, all travelers must provide their own face masks, hand sanitizer, water, snacks, sunscreen, bug repellent, and clothing.
- All participants who are NOT FULLY VACCINATED will wear a face mask on land and whenever social distancing is not able to be maintained. One will be provided if necessary.
- Proof of Covid-19 vaccination will be required for all to determine mask usage. Bring it with you.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. Tour may be moved to a second location for more favorable conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, strong winds or rain, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
- Dress appropriately for the weather and water. Wear shoes that can get wet and stay on your feet, and bring a hat, sunglasses, and a windbreaker or synthetic fleece for warmth.
- A liability waiver and medical information form must be completed before the tour.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult for everyone's safety.
- Current Covid-19 regulations will be shared with travelers at the start of the trip. Travels must sign a waiver at that time.
- Maximum weight for a participant is 325 lbs.
- Participants must be able to easily move their lower body to get into and out of the sea kayaks.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
