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Tomales Bay Bioluminescence Night Kayak Tour

Rare bioluminescent plankton experience

Location Legend:
Sausalito
Alameda

Highlights

  • Protected waters ideal for night kayaking
  • Small, unhurried pace with personalized guidance
  • Beginner-friendly tour with full safety orientation
  • One of the Bay Area’s most magical nighttime experiences

EXPLORE A PRISTINE ESTUARY TEEMING WITH LIFE

Experience one of nature’s rarest spectacles on an intimate night paddle. As darkness settles over Tomales Bay, every paddle stroke illuminates the water with soft blue-green light created by bioluminescent plankton.

This tour is designed for guests who want to experience the pristine environment of Tomales as sunset transitions to darkness, and the bioluminescent light show begins. We travel at a leisurely pace so you can enjoy the beauty of the bay.

Led by our friendly, knowledgeable Sea Trek guides, this experience is perfect for first-time night paddlers and seasoned adventurers alike.

Miller’s Boat Launch, Tomales Bay, CA

Directions to Miller Boat Launch (Tomales Bay) – Heading North

  • Drive north on Highway 1 from Point Reyes Station.

  • Stay on Highway 1 for approximately 9–10 miles along the east shore of Tomales Bay.

  • Pass the small community of Marshall (you’ll see oyster farms and bayside buildings).

  • Continue north; the road will narrow and curve along the shoreline.

  • Look for signs for Miller County Park / Miller Boat Launch on the right.

  • Turn right into the Miller County Park entrance.

  • Follow the short access road downhill to the parking lot and boat ramp.

JOIN THE ADVENTURE

Ages 14 years old and up. Please call for questions about kids under 14 years old.

If you have any questions feel free to contact us.+

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READ SOME OF OUR REVIEWS

Rentals

kayak rental

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.

Maya D.
Rated 4.9/5 based on 23 customer reviews

Maya D.

5/5stars
Baja

kayak & sup private custom trips

Words cannot express how wonderful this experience was. I went on the paddleboarding excursion with a friend in November. The weather was perfect! The paddling was amazing. The guides were helpful, knowledgeable professional and made sure that every camper got what they were expecting from the trip. We camped on the most beautiful beaches, snorkeled some beautiful spots, went fishing and diving and hiking. Such a full featured experience. I am changed forever. Can't wIt to go back and do it again!!! Worth every penny!!!!

Lisa W
Rated 4.9/5 based on 23 customer reviews

Lisa W

5/5stars
Baja

kayak coasts & islands – expedition style

Sea Trek makes you feel welcomed and cared for as soon as you arrive in Loretto. Actually, as soon as you call them months in advance to ask about trip details. The kayaking is beautiful, the sea life swimming beside and below you - whales, dolphins, eels.... The food fresh and tasty, changing each day. An incredible, experience; easy to make the trip what you want... adventurous or relaxing, you choose... they make it happen.

Gringa D
Rated 4.9/5 based on 23 customer reviews

Gringa D

5/5stars
Rentals

kayak rental

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.

Kate Knick Rabbe
Rated 4.9/5 based on 23 customer reviews

Kate Knick Rabbe

5/5stars
Baja

kayak coasts & islands & whale watching – skiff supported

Excellent food, excellent guides, excellent experience, excellent gear, excellent camping, excellent snorkeling, excellent camaraderie -- everything was wonderful! I had a great time! I feel like a new person! The whale watching was great, we also saw dolphins, pelicans and a variety of other animals. I highly recommend Sea Trek Baja trips for solo, couples and families -- you will be thrilled that you did it.

hhlleeo23
Rated 4.9/5 based on 23 customer reviews

hhlleeo23

5/5stars
Baja

kayak coasts & islands & whale watching – expedition style

Our kayaking camping trip from Loreto Mexico was an amazing nature experience. Sea Trek did a great job with answering all the pre-trip questions from my wife and I. The trip itself from Loreto to the islands of Danzante and Carmen was rich in marine and bird life and seeing the blue whales (again and again!) was life altering. The guides were truly experts and a pleasure to be with whether in the water or on a day hike. The meals were yummy, often including a fresh catch of the day. And then there is that celestial night sky…..We want to go back!

Curiosity60282304734
Rated 4.9/5 based on 23 customer reviews

Curiosity60282304734

5/5stars
Baja

kayak coasts & islands & whale watching – expedition style

The Classic Island and Whale Watch tour was an incredible experience. The guides were pleasant, organized, knowledgeable, accommodating, and excellent chefs! Each individual in our group was asked what they were most interested in doing/seeing during the tour and our guides delivered. We have already recommended Sea Trek to friends and family.

Greg
Rated 4.9/5 based on 23 customer reviews

Greg

5/5stars
Baja

kayak coasts & islands & whale watching – skiff supported

Seatrek provided a memorable experience! Joey Heusler, our guide, was extremely knowledgeable about whales and with the Seatrek staff, took us to Magdalena Bay, where we had two trips out to see the Gray whales with their calves, and then on to the Sea of Cortez for a four day kayaking and camping trip on the islands. We saw eight Blue Whales, including one passing right by our island camp! A first time for most of us. The food prepared by the staff was wonderful and everything was done for our safety and comfort. Could not recommend this trip more highly!

RudiDundas
Rated 4.9/5 based on 23 customer reviews

RudiDundas

5/5stars
Camps

bay adventurers kayak & sup day camp | 12 - 14 years old

She came back happy, elated, full of smiles. She gained skills, confidence, independence and knowledge about the outdoors.

Rated 4.9/5 based on 23 customer reviews

Jan L.

5/5stars
Rentals

kayak rental

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!

Stephanie S.
Rated 4.9/5 based on 23 customer reviews

Stephanie S.

5/5stars
Baja

kayak coasts & islands – skiff supported

This was my 3rd trip with Sea Trek in Baja. My wife and I have gone twice and I went once by myself. I love this place. Beautiful water, desert mountains, cool wildlife and it is in Mexico, a warm and charming culture. Steve, the Baja Big Cheese, has a knack for picking awesome staff. These are the kind of people I wish I had here at home to hang out with. My only complaint is that the trip is too short.

Mark S
Rated 4.9/5 based on 23 customer reviews

Mark S

5/5stars
Baja

kayak coasts & islands – expedition style

I did a sea trek meditation retreat in Baja this season. From the very start all communication was timely, friendly and organised. Once I arrived in Loreto they were very accommodating. The kayaks were good kayaks and the guides incomparable. Cannot recommend Sea Trek and Baja enough. Thank you for helping making this experience the trip of a life time for me.

Leeanne Ford
Rated 4.9/5 based on 23 customer reviews

Leeanne Ford

5/5stars
Classes

introductory stand-up paddleboard class

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 .

Rated 4.9/5 based on 23 customer reviews

Adrienne B.

5/5stars
Rentals

kayak rentals

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.

Mary Ann O.
Rated 4.9/5 based on 23 customer reviews

Mary Ann O.

5/5stars
Rentals

kayak rental

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.

Michael Arent
Rated 4.9/5 based on 23 customer reviews

Michael Arent

5/5stars
Rentals

kayak rentals

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.

Dorian Yablin
Rated 4.9/5 based on 23 customer reviews

Dorian Yablin

5/5stars
Camps

bay explorers kayak & sup day camp | 9 - 12 years old

Our daughter has done Sea Trek’s camp for five summers and absolutely loves it. It’s an incredibly well-run, safe and fun program. And such a unique experience given the incredible setting on the Bay!

Rated 4.9/5 based on 23 customer reviews

Connie C

5/5stars
Rentals

kayak rentals

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.

Rated 4.9/5 based on 23 customer reviews

Natalia A.

5/5stars
Rentals

kayak rental

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!

Rated 4.9/5 based on 23 customer reviews

Arthika K

5/5stars
Baja

kayak coasts & islands – expedition style

The guides were amazing; the scenery breathtaking; the food outstanding. Can't say enough good things - I HIGHLY recommend it!!

Suzy W
Rated 4.9/5 based on 23 customer reviews

Suzy W

5/5stars

Sea Trek offers 2 different locations for rentals.

Where would you like to make your reservation for?

Wednesday, March 11

Sausalito Hours

November 1st – March 31
Tuesday – Sunday: 9am – 4pm
Closed on Mondays

Alameda Hours

November 1st – March 31st
Open Friday – Sunday 9am-4pm
Closed Monday – Thursday