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ELKHORN SLOUGH GUIDED TOURS

The best way to see the Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Reserve is with our Certified Wildlife Stewards.


​HOW DO GUIDED TOURS WORK?a.  Tours are led by our informative and trained guides and groups are kept small to provide the best-personalized experience. With seats limited on each tour, reservations are required. Reservations require full payment in advance, have a 48-hour cancellation policy, and can be made online or by phone. You will then receive an email confirmation with trip details.

b. Tours start on time! Check-in at the store 30 minutes before your tour starts so you can relax and meet your guide. They will make sure you are comfortable and well prepared!

c.  Your guide will help you launch, and once everyone is on the water, will lead you on an amazing tour of Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Reserve.

d. Consider a nice tip for your hardworking guide!

2.5 Hour Tours

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1.5 Hour Family Tours

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2.5 Hour slough Tour

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Ride the Tide

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Whole Slough Tours

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Biolume Tours

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Private Tours & Groups

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Elkhorn Slough Rentals

How do rentals work?
1. Walk in, no reservations needed.
2. Sign a waiver and pay
3. Gear up!
4. Go through our safety orientation
5. Launch when you are ready
Rates include splash jacket, pants and life vest

Single Sit-on-top Kayaks

$48

per person

* Kids must be 13+

No Reservations Required

Tandem Sit-on-top Kayaks

$38

per person

* Kids must be 13+

No Reservations Required

Standup Paddleboards

$48

per person

* Kids must be 13+

No Reservations Required

Closed Deck Kayaks

$65

per person

* Kids must be 13+

* Sit inside kayaks are less stable and much harder to recover when capsized. Previous experience with wet exit and re-entry required

$55

per person

* Sit inside kayaks are less stable and much harder to recover when capsized. Previous experience with wet exit and re-entry required

No Reservations Required

Fitness Paddler Package

$150

per person/per month

Paddle both our locations as much as you want for a month. It’s like your own personal outdoor gym!

No Reservations Required

Group Rentals

$38/48

per person/Doubles/Singles

Contact us for special discounts on Group Rental reservations of 17 or more

Find us

Check in at our Moss Landing North Harbor Location.

Featuring private bathrooms, changing rooms, and a full retail store

Parking $12 per vehicle to the MLHD

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Email us : info@montereybaykayaks
Call us:+831 373-5357
2390 Highway One
Moss Landing
California

(approx 20 minutes North of Monterey)

Store hours
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
9 am – 5:00
9 am – 5:00
10 am – 5:30 pm
10 am – 5 pm
10 am – 7 pm
10 am – 7 pm
12 pm – 5:30 pm

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Kayaking with an experienced guide is always easier, despite weather conditions. In general, mornings are usually the calmest and least windy time of day but can be cloudier and cooler. Afternoons can be sunnier and warmer but with more onshore winds making paddling back harder. Strong winds are the main reason we limit or cancel tours. 

 * April-June:  The earlier the better. Strong afternoon winds are typical and always blows against you on the way back.

* July-Oct: Early morning and late afternoon are the calmest time of day on the water. The middle of the day is often the windiest.  September and October are sometimes our warmest and least windy months!

 • Nov-March:  We can have some of the nicest weather of the year in between any rain or storms.  Weather can be more unpredictable and subject to rapid changes.  Tidal currents are strongest this time of year.

​Weather & tide sites:
Windfinder set for the Moss Landing Area including Elkhorn Slough
Weather Channel for Elkhorn Slough, Moss Landing, CA

•You should plan on getting a little wet since this is a watersport!  Fortunately we have you covered!

WHAT IS INCLUDED WITH THE RENTAL FEE?
• We include a lifevest and optional splash jackets and/or splash pants to put over your quick-dry clothing. Dress in layers and bring extra clothes to leave in your car. Wetsuits are available if you prefer (bring bathing suit).
• We have private changing rooms and restrooms for our customers.
* Hats, sunscreen, sunglasses, eyewear retainers, water, snacks. Phones  should be in waterproof cases. (many of these items are available for sale at our store)
* Flip flops or any footwear you can get wet. 
• Don’t wear expensive watches or jewelry or bring large backpacks on the water. 

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• We recommend the 1.5 harbor tour for children 3 – 12 yrs
• Children at least 10 yrs old can join a 2.5 hour tour if parents think it is suitable.
• Children do not need to know how to swim however, they should be comfortable in the water. 

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The 1.5-hour Harbor tour is recommended for families with young children 3 years and up, Due to the shorter duration, the tour ventures only about 1+ mile into the slough before turning back. However, many otters and harbor seals can be seen in or close to North Harbor.

The 2.5-hour tour provides enough time to paddle to “Seal Bend,” just over 2 miles from the harbor. The pace is leisurely, with plenty of time to observe wildlife. This is an easy, leisurely tour, and we recommend this for older children and adults.

Note the actual distance paddled is determined by each group’s abilities and factors like winds and tides.

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