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Kayakers on a river with a rocky bank and sparse vegetation. 1
A group of people standing in front of kayaks and a red canoe. 2
A group of kayaks lined up on a sandy shore with people standing nearby. 3
A person in a yellow kayak on a river, surrounded by rocks and greenery. 4
People preparing kayaks on a sandy beach by a calm body of water. 5

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Paddle along the Buffalo Bayou on a full-day kayaking tour
    • Learn about the impact of Hurricane Harvey on the area
    • Enjoy a guided tour with a professional instructor
    • Take in the beautiful scenery and wildlife along the way
    • Experience the thrill of kayaking through the water

What's included, what's not

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    Awesome destination. Upper Buffalo Bayou.
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    Small group size. Family & Beginners friendly.
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    Experienced trip leader. Local expertise.
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    Exceptional quality kayaking equipment.
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    Premium quality paddling equipment including:
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    Sea Touring Kayak/Canoe
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    Lightweight Paddle
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    Adjustable Lifejacket
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    Dry Bag (small size)
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    Access to group equipment including:
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    VHF Marine Radio
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    First Aid Kit
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    Tow Belt
  • Exclusions
    Park charges a $6 per vehicle day use fee.
  • Exclusions
    Gratuities are greatly appreciated!

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Jeans, Littering, Luggage or large bags, Sandals or flip flops, Smoking
    • Not suitable for: Children under 8 years, People over 250 lbs (113 kg), Pregnant women

What you can expect

  • Paddle along the upper stretch of Buffalo Bayou on a guided kayaking tour. Learn about the river's geology and the impact of Hurricane Harvey as you paddle from Highway 6 to I-610W.

    Start with a safety briefing and on-land instruction before you set out on the water. Paddle along the narrow, open, and peaceful water trail with a few rapids and several sandy shores great for a break.

    See a mix of gently sloping to steep sandy banks, flat flood plains, and tree-lined ridges with mature trees. Stop to look at riverbanks morphology, channel shape and dimensions, analyze bedrock and geomorphologic features associated with stream and floods.

    Hear about the impact of Hurricane Harvey on the area. Learn how the Addicks and Barker reservoirs comprise a major flood control system and play a crucial role in delaying the peak outflow of the river during large rainfall events.

Location

Activity location

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    • Houston
    • Houston, Texas, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Buffalo Bayou, Texas, USA
    • Houston, Texas, United States