Tomales Bay Getaway

Highlights

SKIFF-SUPPORTED MULTI-DAY KAYAK TOUR

This 3-day, 2-night experience offers you the opportunity to explore the environmental splendor of Tomales Bay by kayak while camping each night on remote beaches only accessible by boat. An hour’s drive north from San Francisco, Tomales Bay features some of the most beautiful and storied bayscapes in California. From the Miwok Tamáls to the exploration of Sir Francis Drake and the expansion of the Mexican-American ranching complex, Tomales reflects the state’s dynamic human history.

On this multi-day adventure, you’ll be led by best-in-class guides with rich knowledge of the Bay’s natural and human history. We’ll also be skiff-supported, so you’ll paddle fast, light kayaks without the need for packing and unpacking. Experience a rich array of bird life, endemic elk species, otters, porpoises and—when the sun goes down—the bioluminescent glow of the water. All meals include local ingredients from Sonoma County’s award-winning creameries, farms, and seafood providers. We’ll punctuate discovering the Bay by kayak with optional hikes along the Point Reyes National Seashore’s iconic trail system with stunning views of both the Bay and the wild Pacific Ocean.

Day by Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Guests should expect to paddle anywhere between 3 – 8 miles per day with optional opportunities for hiking 3 – 6 miles on day 2. Previous camping experience is recommended but not required as this journey is guided and skiff-supported.

What Does Skiff-Support Mean?

Light, Fast Kayaks

Our motorized 24′ skiff provides support, carrying our gear and allowing you to focus on having a good time. The skiff carries all the camping gear and provisions, allowing you to paddle light, empty kayaks. This alleviates the repetitive task of squeezing all your gear into tiny compartments only to unpack again a few hours later. It is physically easier to paddle a light kayak.

Comfort & Safety

We are able to carry a much more comfortable camp this way. Think upright chairs, tables, large shade structures, etc. The skiff driver and guides will take care of providing you with healthy meals each day and they will do all the clean-up. Having a motor boat along also means that we are able to take ice chests, allowing for a rich array of specialty foods and beverages.

Rates and Payment Details

For this experience, we’re offering graded pricing based on the size of the trip.

• 11 guests: $1,199 per person
• 9 – 10 guests: $1,395 per person
• 6 – 8 guests: $1,650 per person

If the trip you have registered for doesn’t meet a minimum of 6 guests, all booked guests will be fully refunded.

Payment Schedule and Terms

• Deposit: A deposit of $599 is due at the time of booking to confirm your reservation. This deposit is nonrefundable.
• Mid-Term Balance: An additional payment of $599 is due 30 days prior to the start of your trip.
• Final Payment: 7 days prior to your trip, the final balance is due based on the final number of guests who have signed up for this experience.

All payments are nonrefundable. Exception: If the trip you have signed up for doesn’t meet the minimum number of guests (6 people minimum), you will be completely refunded.

Travel Insurance is Highly Recommended

Given that this is adventure travel, we want all guests to be covered should the unexpected happen prior to this trip. That is why we highly recommend travel insurance for this journey even though it is, for many travelers, a domestic trip. We especially recommend coverage that includes full cancellation reimbursement due to an injury that precludes you from going on this trip.