10/18

Dan S  has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

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Loved our half day trip! Our guide was really flexible with our group, paddling where we could see some great things, and making adjustments to the route so everyone had a great time. I would definitely recommend this to my friends.

9/18

Robert G has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

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Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

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Very nice experience. Joe was personable and informative. Appropriate safety precautions were taken.

9/18

Sonya S has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

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Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

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Awesome trip, Joe was full of knowledge about the area and answered every question we had! He changed the plans depending on the group and weather conditions. I can’t say enough about how great this tour was for my husband and I!

9/18

Sacha Marie L has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

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Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 4 / 5
Value : 4 / 5

Review

Great time on the water with a friendly, generous and very knowledgeable guide. Will return!

Feedback

Had a bad experience at one of the recommended restaurants (the one with the blue parasols...) This one I do not recommend.

9/18

Loralei M has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

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As I told Joe, my adventure eyes are always bigger than my nerves! I was so excited about the ocean kayaking but as he started orienting us, I got a little nervous that it would be too much for my landlubber husband and me. But Joe immediately put us at ease - offering reassurance, many helpful suggestions, and explained each step of the trip. Never in my wildest dreams did I envision, kayaking past a bird-filled island, right up to a lighthouse, and even enjoying a few minutes on a quickly disappearing island. While the tide was reasonably low, we were able to stretch our legs, take a quick dip, and get some great photos before we had to abandon our little island to the ocean tides. Joe was so patient with us and I am most grateful. He's an amazing guide and, after my initial fear, I was confident he could handle any situation which arose for our group. I credit his knowledge and advice with my marriage surviving the "divorce kayak" (tandem kayak). Thanks, Joe, for an amazing, once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

Greg and Loralei M
Tupelo, MS

9/18

Howard S has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 4 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

Review

Maine Island kayak took me on my tour even though I was the only one who had registered so I had a personal tour. The guide gave me a safety briefing and constantly checked in that the tour was meeting my needs.

Feedback

Your launch site and store is a little primitive, but I guess that goes with the territory

8/18

David F has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

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Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 4 / 5
Value : 4 / 5

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I don’t often..ever..write reviews. But Joe and MIK deserve recognition. If you are seeking an expedition with adventure, beauty, effort and relaxation all mixed in, GO! Joe will make you laugh, teach you a whole bunch about paddling, safety, navigation, currents and a lot more about the environment and local wildlife.

8/18

Serge R has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

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Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

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My wife and I did a half day trip with Joe. The group included beginner to experienced paddlers and Joe made sure we were well informed and everyone enjoyed their experience. Boats were picked out and ready for us based on the information we had provided. Excellent trip. Highly recommended.

8/18

Anne K has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

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Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 4 / 5

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Joe was very knowledgeable and friendly. He took every precaution to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip for all. The stop at Gorges Fort was a very cool experience. A great morning overall!

8/18

Christopher R C has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

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Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 4 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

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We booked last minute, and it was a great choice. Joe had us in a small group, and he took care of a variety of experience levels. We ended up on a trip to the open ocean, a lighthouse, dramatic cliffs, and more. There was great instruction in kayak technique. Even better, Joe offered insight, local history...great stories. We'd join Maine Kayak again without hesitation.

8/18

Tom L has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

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Joe is a great guide. He quickly assessed our group's skills, provided options for a half-day trip and knew Casco Bay like the back of his hand. This kayak excursion was the best part of our trip to Peaks Island.

8/18

Brett B  has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

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Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 4 / 5
Value : 4 / 5

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My family had a great half day outing with Maine Island Kayakers!
We were very impressed with the "little" things that were explained on crossing shipping lanes, reading flags, etc.

It really made it interesting to learn things that we wouldn't have gotten without a guide.

8/18

Kristine E has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

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Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

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My family had a great experience. Joe is a knowledgeable guide who provided everyone in our group with personalized attention. We really enjoyed paddling to Fort Georges. We were also pleased to see a few seals.

Feedback

Great experience!

8/18

William M has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

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The entire experience was fantastic!

8/18

Shimon K has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

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Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

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Excellent experience all around!

8/18

Erik R has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

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Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

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Started out with a guided full day tour the first day and then rented equipment for the following 2 days. The equipment was high quality and Joe, the owner/guide, was very helpful with local area information and pointers. We are experienced paddlers (IPP3 / BCU3*) and have paddled all over the world. We really enjoyed all the days we had on the water, with beautiful scenic nature and lots of wildlife. Can warmly recommend come paddling in Casco Bay!

8/18

Ryan H has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP
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Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

Review

Great experience. Guide was knowledgeable and made sure we were doing well with seasickness or tiredness from paddling.

8/18

Leah S has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

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Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

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We had a great time.

8/18

Ryan B has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

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Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

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Great service and a great time. We will definitely be back!

8/18

Timothy K has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

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Our guides did a fabulous job showing us some beautiful parts of the harbor. Growing up in Maine, I was taught about the forts in the harbor but never thought I'd be able to walk around Fort Gorges. We saw a seal, two active Osprey nests (6 birds total), and an Eider. We couldn't have had nicer weather. Our lead guide and owner of the enterprise (sorry Sir, your name has escaped my vacation memory) was skilled in his craft and entertaining in presentation. This was a highlight of our 10 days in Maine.

7/18

Alyssa S has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

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Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 4 / 5

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My group of 6 had an excellent time! Great kayaks, good instruction, wonderful scenery, and a perfect amount of time on land and water. Not too strenuous of an excursion. Highly recommend!

7/18

Travis M has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

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Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

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Had a great time. Very informative and knowledgable guide. Would highly recommend.

7/18

Donald B has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

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Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

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This was a fantastic trip and a great way to spend time with my family enjoying the outdoors and doing something active and fun. Joe was a terrific guide and made the day even more special. Can't wait to do it again!

7/18

Brian G has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

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Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

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We had a great day kayaking and the team was very pleasant to work with!

7/18

Alycia O has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 4 / 5

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This half-day trip is a great way to see some local wildlife and to get a glimpse of some of the beautiful small islands of Maine. Exploring Gorges Fort added a bit of history, as well, to the natural beauty of the day. Our guides, Jim and Lee , were outstanding and we enjoyed every moment of the tour. They and Joe provided a good orientation before departure and made sure everyone was equipped to enjoy the experience.

7/18

Colin S has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

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Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

Review

Our guides were excellent! We had a great morning kayaking.

7/18

Chelsea M has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

Review

Had a great time with a knowledgeable and experienced guide and got to see a lot!

7/18

Dieuwke S has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

Review

Joe and team were excellent in ensuring we had a great experience. The equipment was clean, comfortable and safe. The group was split into 2, which meant a personalized tour where we could choose where to go. Joe - the owner- was a calm, charming, attentive and vigilant guide. He made sure everyone in the group was comfortable with what we were doing, while keeping his eyes on the water for the sea conditions and possible wildlife sightings (we saw porpoises, a seal and lots of birds - some even rare). Joe shared interesting stories and facts, and also took time to advise on good paddling techniques. Top marks for a great trip! Can thoroughly recommend Maine Island Kayaks. I'll be back next time I'm in the area.

Feedback

Nothing to improve really. You made it very easy - from the clear instructions on the website and upon booking, meeting us with a smile straight off the ferry, the bathroom stop beforehand, the safety talk and preparations before getting in the boats, and the good care during the tour. The only comments I can think of are 1) I couldn't find anywhere in the info what time it was likely to finish (although it's advertised as a half day, so I could make an assumption). 2) You spoke quite fast during the safety talk. Talking a little slower may help people take in the information better.

7/18

Jason T has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 4 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

Review

We took a half-day trip (about 2.5 hours total) from Peaks Island over to Fort Gorges and back by a different route. Ideal weather, calm conditions, safe guiding, and a good time was had by all. The fact that you have to take the ferry boat over to Peaks to join the trip is *not* a drawback, since you get the fun of the ferry boat ride and a chance to visit the shops and eats on Peaks. Overall, a great way to get on the water!

7/18

Lee H has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 4 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

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I had a wonderful day on the water around Peaks Island. The crew ran a first rate kayak experience. The equipment all worked fine. The father/sons team provided some training, a bit of local history, and a great tour of islands. Oh, weather really helped out..a beautiful day in Maine.

7/18

Robert H has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

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This was a beautiful and engaging experience on the beautiful waters of Casco Bay. The guide was very knowledgable and entertaining, as well as encouraging and attentive. Kayaking is a great sport, meditative, with just the right amount of physical exertion to leave you feeling invigorated. It was a highlight of our trip!

7/18

Jim G has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 4 / 5
Value : 4 / 5

Review

We had a big group (16), but Joe, Mitch and Zeke seemed to have no problem keeping us together and offering instruction as needed. Joe’s the head guy, and gave an initial briefing to outline the trip and stress safety. Nice boats, too. A very enjoyable 3 hours.

Feedback

The bets kayaking instruction I ever got had people practice paddling while onshore - to get the feel of using your core, rather than arms, to do the work. You might consider using a few minutes upfront to do that and help people avoid next-day soreness.

7/18

Lynn M D has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

Review

Joe, Zeke and Mitch were terrific and the day was lovely

7/18

Alyssa J has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

Review

My husband and I had such a great time kayaking with Mitch! Safety was Mitch's priority, and he was very communicative with us throughout the whole trip. We had so much fun, and learned a lot about the islands, the wildlife, and the surrounding area. We would definitely do this again!

6/18

James Joseph R has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

Review

Joe and Zeke were friendly, knowledgeable, and fun! We had a group of five and felt our time exploring via kayak was quite the adventure! It was also a plus to have had great kayaks and accessories available and offered to us. We highly recommend them and will be back again in the future !

6/18

Ben P has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

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I had a great time! Joe, our tour guide, was fantastic. He kept things fun, informative, safe, and interesting. His knowledge of the area and of the ocean was basically epic. Highly recommended!

6/18

Adam P has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

Review

Great experience. Knowledgeable guide.

6/18

Jenna M has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

Review

Our family had a wonderful time with Joe on our half-day trip. We loved stopping at the old fort and paddling around several of the islands. Joe did a great job teaching us about the area and pointing out wildlife. This was the highlight of our stay in Maine!

6/18

Marc H has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

Review

Joe was an awesome guide. We had a variety of experience in our small group and he catered to everyone's needs/experience level by matching the kayak type to the experience level. He was patient and offered great safety tips and instruction and kept a good eye on all of us. The tour was great, he pointed out tons of interesting wildlife and facts about the local area and history. We circled Diamond island before crossing to Fort Gorges for a nice stop to explore the fort. Overall it was an excellent value, I highly recommend this outfitter

6/18

Daniel C has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

Review

We had a wonderful time with our guide, Joe! He was very witty and regaled us with facts and anecdotes about his time on and around Peak’s Island. An excellent tour that we would highly recommend to anyone visiting the area!!

Feedback

Our group size was ideal (4 guests) so we didn’t have any issues, but it seems like the tour experience would be better suited to smaller groups.

10/17

Margaret D has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

Review

We had a great three hours with our guide. He made sure my husband and I were comfortable with the area we would be traveling. He was extremely knowledgable concerning Peaks Island, the waterways, the past and present of the area. He recommended things to do, where to eat and shared ferry times with us as well. He was absolutely delightful, very patient and we had a wonderful experience. We would recommend this company for individuals or groups. We will definitely be back!

Feedback

Thank you for a wonderful day!

9/17
Jason R has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

Review

Great Trip and Great Guides. I highly reccomend this trip while in Portland.

9/17

Laura M has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

Review

I booked ahead for 8 of us but then needed to add 3 more to the group without warning. With no trouble, through text even, Joe was completely obliging and accommodating. Our tour guides Jim and Grason were wonderful with their skill level and their desire for fun! My family enjoyed our day touring Casco Bay with MIKO and wouldn't hesitate to do it again!

Feedback

There isn't anything that I could think of that you folks didn't. Thank you for a lovely time! My family enjoyed themselves!!

*Maybe pack toilet paper for the portable potty that was open at the Fort Gorges (we used leaves 🙂 and were fine but it could be helpful for another guest.

9/17Hunter T has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

Review

my son absolutely loved this trip!! Joe was informative, helpful, knowledgeable and a great guy. He took the time to teach my son techniques and paddle moves. Really took an interest. Showed my son beautiful spots on the water. Would 100% recommend this business. Met 2 other employees who were wonderful and pleasant also. Thank you so much for offering this opportunity and sharing your passion for the sport and landscape!!!

9/17

Scott And Susan S has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

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Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 4 / 5
Value : 4 / 5

Review

We had an excellent time. Joe measured us up and tailored the day of paddling accordingly. Will look to come back in 2018. -- Scott and Susan Spence

9/17

Darin L has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

Review

Jim was my tour guide I had an excellent experience. He is very knowledgeable about the history of the area. Fun and safe- I will be back with some buddies.

8/17 Stuart R has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

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Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

Review

Super guides, great value, lots of wild life. This is a great way to spend a few hours in Portland Harbor. Looking forward to doing it again.

8/17Judy Moody has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

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Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

Review

Great tour.. would recommend to anyone!

8/17 Caroline G has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

Review

Our trip was awesome! Jim was a wonderful guide - he was fun, clearly knowledgeable about kayaking, helpful and shared good island and ocean tidbits along the way. We loved it and will definitely do again!

8/17 Lisa Weber has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

Review

We were a family of four and this was an excellent activity to do as a family and a great way to see different parts of the bay and other small islands. We enjoyed the whole experience from the time our guide met us at the Casco Bay Lines drop off point to the very end. The guides were professional, informative, fun, and very enthusiastic about what they do. We then enjoyed getting some lunch and took a bike ride around the island. A great way to enjoy Peak Island for the day.

8/17

Brian S has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

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Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

Review

This was a great trip! Knowledgeable guide, a unique experience, and a solid upper body workout. What more can you ask for on an outdoor adventure?!

Peter W has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

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Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 4 / 5
Value : 4 / 5

Review

Excellent guide

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

Review

Second time and very fun, geared to your ability and weather conditions, wonderful spot in the world. Highly recommended!

9/17

Ellen G has left a review for HALF-DAY TRIP

Ratings

Responsible : 5 / 5
Safe : 5 / 5
Unique : 5 / 5
Value : 5 / 5

Review

Great tour! We had to reschedule at the last minute due to inclement weather and were thrilled with the kayak adventure. One of the highlights of our trip!