Sea Trek Team Offsite & Corporate Program
Kayak the Sausalito Waterfront with Sea Trek
ADVENTURE TYPE
corporate and private
EXPERIENCE NECESSARY
No experience necessary
AGE MINIMUM
14
DESTINATION/LOCATION
Sausalito
Trip Dates
Call to Schedule
Cost
$100
Highlights
Suitable for all levels, our guided kayaking excursions in Sausalito offer your team a wonderful and unique experience. Observe curious harbor seals as you paddle along Richardson Bay’s historic waterfront with the stunning backdrop of Angel Island and the San Francisco Bay.
Richardson Bay is a great destination for first time paddlers, being a relatively calm body of water sheltered by the hills of Sausalito. And Sea Trek’s Sausalito Bay Model location is conveniently located just 12-15 minutes north of the Golden Gate Bridge. The Mediterranean charm of Sausalito and the surrounding areas are best viewed from the water. Abundant marine and bird life, historic ships and breathtaking vistas are part of your kayaking experience for your group. And after your time on the water, you can enjoy dinner at one of Sausalito’s many incredible waterfront restaurants.
Sea Trek is California’s oldest kayaking outfitter; we’ve been in business over 40 years. We paddle in stable double kayaks and guides are with you on the water at all times. All essential gear and water/wind resistant paddling jackets are included. Our team offsite trips offer a relaxed and fun paddling experience so you can focus on spending quality time with your group.
EXCURSION DETAILS
Sea Trek’s most popular custom group tour is the Scenic Sausalito tour:
Scenic Sausalito Journey | 2.5 Hours | $100 per person
Our Scenic Sausalito journey is a 2.5 hour tour of the historic Sausalito waterfront on stable sit-on-top kayaks. We can accommodate a group of 6 guests minimum and a maximum of 60* guests.
*Please note: we can accommodate groups larger than 60, but please call for details.
Making Reservations
Reservations are made by contacting Sea Trek Monday through Friday 9:00 am – 5:00pm at (415) 332-8494. Sea Trek requires a 25% non-refundable deposit. Final payment is due 7 days prior to the event. Sea Trek will send you a confirmation email including a link to manage your reservation and have everyone sign online waivers. We’ll also send you a what-to-wear list, directions to our Sausalito location at the Bay Model, and where to park (which is free and abundant).
Want to add a meal?
Many of our clients have food delivered to Sea Trek after their kayak tour. We recommend Davey Jones Deli. They offer delicious sandwiches, paellas, and fresh taco bars. Contact Davey Jones at 415.331.2282 or more information can be found here: daveyjonesdeli.com
Richardson Bay Fascinating Facts
- Coastal Miwok people lived in a village known as Liwanelowa along the southern portion of Sausalito’s waterfront.
- The average depth of Richardson Bay is 5 ft. at mean low tide.
- The bay was named for William Richardson, a British sailor who jumped ship to marry the daughter of the San Francisco Presidio’s commandant.
- Sausalito’s houseboat community was originally established by artists, philosophers, and musicians such as Alan Watts, Jean Varda, Aldous Huxley, Allen Ginsberg, Duke Ellington, and Shel Silverstein.
- At one time, developers toyed with the idea of filling in Richardson’s Bay to create a Coney Island-style amusement park and an airport.
EXCURSION FAQ
Why sea kayaking?
Sea kayaking is a means to explore and enjoy the outdoors on an intimate level. There’s a surprising amount of wildlife to be seen on the Bay. Kayaking also provides great exercise, gentle or energetic, at your own pace.
Is sea kayaking difficult?
Sea kayaking is highly accessible. Our friendly, supportive staff will teach you the simple, necessary skills you need in order to enjoy your time on the water.
Will I get wet?
There is often a certain amount of “splash and drip” associated with kayaking, but we provide water-repellent jackets to keep you as dry as possible. Our guides do their best to keep you comfortable.
What about capsizing the kayak?
Capsizes are extremely rare. All of our trips take place in stable, traditional, two-person sea kayaks (larger and steadier than river kayaks). The popular image of kayaks bobbing through rapids, and flipping upside down is common to river kayaking but not kayaking here in the protected waters along the Sausalito shoreline.
Is it strenuous?
Only if you so choose. Sea kayaks glide easily with little physical effort. Sea Trek trips are designed so that participants don’t over exert themselves and travel is at a leisurely pace.
Will I be safe?
Yes, for precautionary purposes all our clients wear a lifejacket (or PFD–personal flotation device). For all trips, your group will be accompanied by guides. Sea Trek has an unblemished safety record.
Will I need any special gear or equipment?
No, Sea Trek provides all the kayaking gear that you need to keep you comfortable, warm, and dry, and we provide a list of clothing suggestions.
Can children participate?
Yes, children ages six and up can usually kayak together with an adult, depending on the skill and confidence of the adult. Please let Sea Trek know how many kids (and their ages) will be participating.
Bay Model, 2100 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA 94965
Follow Bay Model signs, and park in Bay Model lot.
Our Guides
Sea Trek’s guides are trained professionals who are there to keep your group safe and make sure everyone stays together. They also know a great deal about the local marine life, as well as the cultural history of the area, and they will do what they can to make the experience as educational for the kids as possible. We provide one guide for every 8 people on the water.
Whether you are looking to make a fun corporate event, or want to go on an adventure with your friends, Sea Trek can create a trip that will fit your needs and budget. Pick a date and time that works best for your group, then contact us to set it up. We can go over your plan and help you come up with a trip that works for your group.
Call (415) 332-8494 or e-mail paddle@seatrek.com to plan your custom trip today!
COMING FROM THE NORTH ON HWY 101:
- Take Sausalito/Marin City exit. Sea Trek is roughly 1.7 miles.
- Go left under the freeway and right onto Bridgeway.
- Count seven signal lights (including the signal where you turn right onto Bridgeway).
- Turn left on Marinship Way. This is the first possible left after Harbor Drive and is opposite a 7-11 market and bus stop shelter.
- Go down the hill and continue straight. Follow Bay Model signs. Turn right between Bay Model warehouses. Drive towards the water and the Bay Model/Sea Trek parking lot is on the left. Parking is free.
COMING FROM THE SOUTH (Golden Gate Bridge) ON HWY 101:
- Take the Rodeo Drive exit off 101 (comes after Spencer Drive exit). From exit to Sea Trek is approx. 1.2 miles.
- At the first stop sign bear left onto Nevada Street.
- Nevada Street ends at Bridgeway. Turn right on Bridgeway and at the second signal light (just after Spring Street signal light) take a left at Marinship Way (opposite a 7-11 market and bus stop shelter).
- Go down the hill and continue straight. Follow Bay Model signs. Turn right between Bay Model warehouses. Drive towards the water and the Bay Model/Sea Trek parking lot is on the left. Parking is free.
JOIN THE ADVENTURE
Call us at 415-332-8494 to book a trip today!
Please fill out the following form to book a trip and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Ages 18 years old and up. Please call for questions about kids under 18 years old.
If you have any questions feel free to contact us.+
READ SOME OF OUR REVIEWS
Friendly hepful staff. Excellent paddling equipment! Beautiful / scenic location with lots of wildlife to observe. Very relaxing escape from the hustle, bustle and stress of an urban environment.
- Yelp
Loved kayaking in Sausalito. Saw a bunch of cute seals and birds. Water can get choppy when it’s windy. Easy to board and get off the kayak. They had a small life jacket for our dog as well!
- Yelp
Went here for me recent birthday! Try to go when it’s not windy! The first half was call. We went to the houseboats and to see the cute seals! Coming back, it got a little windy but it was definitely a great workout! We are in shape and used to rowing so it wasn’t a big deal, just ask or look up weather conditions before reserving a time.
- Google Reviews
Fantastic company to rent from and great day kayaking! I have rented several times from Seatrek and every time has been so easy and hassle free. Today I took my dog for the first time and everyone was wonderful and helpful making it a perfect day on the water for us. If you are looking for a great single, couple, or group/family outing I highly recommend renting from seatrek.
- Yelp
Such an amazing experience!! Thank you to my two wonderful friends who showed me this place. Thank you to the staff for being helpful and giving us tip how to get on board on a kayak and what we can and can not do. If you are in the area, I recommend going to them! Can’t wait to see you guys soon!
- Google Reviews
If you’re staying in Sausalito or are looking for a great spot to get on the water during your stay in San Francisco this is a great spot! You’re able to complete the waiver on line ahead of time (or as a group we were able to) and the safety speech was quick but thorough! We saw seals and a variety of birds and enjoyed being able to explore on our own. You’re able to choose between kayaking and stand up paddle boards and the equipment is in good shape.
- Yelp
Repeat customer here. Book online ahead of time, and it’s a breeze to check in and get out in the water. We have used single and double kayaks (not the traditional kind) with adults and tweens / teens.
- Yelp
Great experience! Staff were friendly, and we had a smooth, fun time kayaking. We especially liked kayaking around the house boats, which were cook to see. They recommend making reservations in advance, which was easy to do online.
- Yelp
My husband and I went out for a guided tour of the bay with Kenny this morning. It ended up just being the 3 of us which was really nice. I love that Sea Trek provided full body wind breakers which helped so much with keeping warm and dry. The highlight of the tour was definitely all the seals. They were so freaking cute and they were all over the pay popping their little heads out! Kenny shared lots of history with us regarding the boats in the bay, the animals, and the houseboat community. It was a really fun tour and it was not physically hard at all.
- Google Reviews
Becoming a member of SeaTrek has changed our lives. It’s given us a safe and easy way to be out on the water and for our three and five year old boys to explore, learn about marine wild life and have a sense of adventure. The people who work at SeaTrek are all incredibly warm and knowledgeable and have made our whole family feel welcome. During the pandemic this has been a lifeline for us. I can’t recommend SeaTrek or being on Richardson Bay enough.
- Google Reviews
What a great place ! I took a SUP lesson and it was so fun and helpful . They are so friendly and organized . Very therapeutic to get out on the water .
- Google Reviews