Kayak tour of Jamestown Island (Small Group or Private)
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About the Activity
Kayak from James City County Marina on calm water, Powhatan Creek and Back River, to Jamestown Island, known as the birthplace of America with the first successful English settlement in America dating back to 1607. This trip offers stunning views with lush marsh grasses, spectacular cypress trees, bald eagles and other wildlife. Try an early morning time for a peaceful trip and get a feel for what this area might have looked like when settled by the Virginia Company. The tour makes two stops to discuss and admire the fauna and flora as well as discuss the history of the Jamestown Settlement, archeologic discoveries, and the Powhatan Chiefdom that had earlier used Jamestown Island as hunting land. To make this tour PRIVATE, you may purchase all 5 (five) spots. If you would like more than 5 (five), please contact the tour operator for group arrangements. NOTE: ALL PARTICIPANTS (OR PARENT/GUARDIAN) ARE REQUIRED TO SIGN OUR HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT. INCLEMENT WEATHER MAY IMPACT TOUR.2 hours
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Food and drink : Bottled water. Bottled water
Food and drink : Snacks. Snacks
Use of equipment : Other.
Gratuity for our guides. If you like your tour, please tip your guide.
No sunscreen. Please bring your own.
NO Tickets for Jamestown Settlement Museum. You do NOT need tickets to kayak Jamestown Island.
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Jamestown Settlement
2110 Jamestown Rd, Route 31 S, Williamsburg, United States, 23185Kayak from James City County Marina on calm water, Powhatan Creek and Back River, to Jamestown Island, known as the birthplace of America with the first successful English settlement in America dating back to 1607. Powhatan Creek and Back River are stunning with lush marsh grasses, bald eagles soaring above and spectacular cypress trees. You can get a feel for what the land looked like when this area was first settled in 1607 by the Virginia Company. The tour makes two stops behind Jamestown Island to discuss and admire the fauna and flora as well as discuss the history of the Jamestown Settlement, archeologic discoveries including the Fourth Church tower that is the only above-ground 17th-century structure still standing in Jamestown, and the Powhatan Nation that had used Jamestown Island as hunting land before the English settlers established their fort.
NOTE: ALL PARTICIPANTS (OR THEIR PARENT/GUARDIAN) ARE REQUIRED TO SIGN OUR HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT.2 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedView LocationMeeting and Pickup
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We will meet at the kayak launch dock of James City County Marina. There is free parking at the Marina.View Location
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We will meet at the kayak launch dock of James City County Marina. There is free parking at the Marina.View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketIf you enjoy your tour, please consider providing your guide with a gratuity.Cancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in America/New_York time to receive 100% refund.
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Operated by Best Williamsburg ToursCreated on 02 Apr 2023Created on 28 Aug 2024
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