St. Augustine Downtown Bayfront History Kayak Tour

Immerse yourself in a curated history and eco journey tailored for experienced kayakers. Glide along the Bayfront, relishing tales of the Castillo de San Marcos, Fountain of Youth, Nombre de Dios Mission, and the Great Cross – the historic Spanish landing site. Discover the city's rich past in an intimate and captivating way.
Navigate Hospital Creek, exploring the salt marsh and unlocking the city's natural treasures. Wildlife awaits – Dolphins, Manatees, Sea Turtles, Stingrays, and an array of Marsh Birds, including the majestic Great Blue Heron and the vibrant Roseate Spoonbills.

Tailored for skilled kayakers, this tour demands previous experience. The waterways are susceptible to wind speeds and boat traffic. For safety and enjoyment, participants must be over 16, and only solo kayaks are provided.

Elevate your journey with stories from seasoned guides, delving deep into the city's History and nature like never before on the Downtown Bayfront History Tour.

Meeting Point

101 Vilano Causeway

101 Vilano Causeway, St. Augustine, FL 32084, USA

We're always next to the boat ramp. We all wear royal blue Columbia shirts with Kayak St Augustine on the pocket. Just look for the kayaks!

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours

Castillo de San Marcos National Monument

1 S Castillo Dr, St. Augustine, 32084-3252, Florida

See St. Augustine's most notable attraction from a place like no other! On the water there are no crowded streets or tight corridors. The pictures from the water will most definitely beat any others! Your tour guide will tell riveting stories of this ports past as you paddle alongside it.

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National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche at Mission Nombre de Dios

101 San Marco Ave, Site of The Great Cross 208 feet, St. Augustine, 32084-2812, Florida

Pass by the great cross and the shrine in style, on the water! your tour guide will take you past the shrine and cross while informing you of its founding and history.

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Fountain Of Youth Archaeological Park

11 Magnolia Ave, , St. Augustine, 32084-2827, Florida

Pass by the fountain of youth and hear the cannons fire! As your tour guide takes you along hospital creek during your paddle they will provide riveting true stories of the fountain and its history.

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Bridge of Lions

20 Bridge of Lions, St. Augustine, 32084, Florida

Depending on wind conditions the tour may go past the bridge of lions. get a close up look at the gorgeous docked ships as well as the historical architecture of the bridge!

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What's included:

• Kayak, Life Jacket, Paddle, Wonderful Experience