PETOSKEY KAYAK FIELD GUIDE
Two Hours on Little Traverse Bay: A Guided Sea-Kayak Pleasure Cruise
A guided, two-hour sea-kayak outing on Little Traverse Bay for paddlers ages 5 and up, with certified guides and provided safety gear—this guide explains what to expect and what to bring.
Two Hours on Little Traverse Bay: A Guided Sea-Kayak Pleasure Cruise.
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Little Traverse Bay on a guided sea-kayak trip: certified guides lead small groups across the Great Lakes for a comfortable, safety-focused two-hour adventure that lets you paddle, photograph, and soak up the shoreline scenery.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Little Traverse Bay & the Great Lakes
The trip centers on paddling across Little Traverse Bay on the southern reaches of the Great Lakes, offering open-water exposure and shoreline scenery over a two-hour guided outing.
Certified, Safety-Focused Leadership
Guides are trained and certified by the operator; trips include first-aid and safety equipment and on-water communications to keep the group comfortable and secure throughout the paddle.
Tandem & Triple Sea Kayaks with Full Kit
The operator supplies tandem or triple sea kayaks plus life jackets, paddles, spray skirts, dry bags and, when required, wetsuits—so you arrive ready to paddle with the essentials provided.
What the day feels like
How the Two-Hour Paddle Unfolds
Over two hours you’ll move from shore into the bay under the direction of a certified guide, enjoying a measured, guided paddle across Little Traverse Bay on equipment provided by the operator; the emphasis is on safety, comfort and scenic enjoyment.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip works best for—and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring appropriate footwear (water shoes or sandals with covered toes), snacks and water, a rain jacket, sunglasses, sun hat, sunscreen, bug repellent and a camera.
The operator supplies a trained certified guide, first-aid and safety equipment, dry bags, tandem or triple sea kayaks, spray skirts, life jackets, paddles and, if required, wetsuits and a marine radio.
Feet must be covered (water shoes or sandals recommended) due to debris in the lake; bring a rain jacket to protect against wind and rain.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
The guided sea-kayak outing lasts two hours.
What is the minimum age to participate?
Participants must be at least 5 years old.
How many people are in a group?
Trips run with groups of up to 12 people.
Is there a weight limit?
Yes—there is a 250 lb. per-person weight limit.
What gear is provided?
The operator provides trained certified guides, first-aid and safety equipment, dry bags, tandem or triple sea kayaks, spray skirts, life jackets, paddles and, if required, wetsuits; a marine radio is also available for communications.