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Quick Details
Spot
$ 80
Paddle and Explore the History of Midtown Manhattan
Get ready to have a completely new perspective of Midtown with guide Davis Janowski! We start with an hour presentation at the Pier 84 Boathouse. Then, we paddle with a guide and tour the waterfronts of Hell’s Kitchen and Chelsea. Visit the site of a massive fire in Hell’s Kitchen, see where the Titanic’s survivors came ashore, and more. We snack on the water at Little Island then paddle back. We cover 4 miles round trip.
Important
This is an intermediate-level guided trip for sea kayakers and paddleboarders.
To qualify, complete our class series or pass our screening, then you’re ready for this trip. A Membership offers deep discounts on every step of that journey.
What To Bring
- Your own lock for the lockers
- Dry bag with water bottle and snacks
- Quick dry clothes suitable for the day and extras for after
We Provide
- 1 hour presentation on land and 2.5 hour paddle trip
- Sea kayak or paddle board, life jacket, paddle, and tour guide
- Restroom, lockers, outdoor shower, changing room