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5 hours 30 minutes
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Embark on a unique tour of California Wine Country! Hop in a kayak for a full tour along the warm, clean Russian River in Healdsburg. The tour guide will take you through a beautiful scenic route and point out native wildlife while you paddle leisurely through the calm waters. The tour includes one- or two-person kayaks, necessary equipment, safety lesson and lunch.
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Not recommended for children aged 8 and under
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
The tour guide will take you through a beautiful scenic route and point out native wildlife while you paddle leisurely through the calm waters. The tour includes one- or two-person kayaks, necessary equipment, safety lesson and lunch.
Safety briefing and instructions
Lunch
Guide
Kayaking equipment
Hotel pickup and drop-off
5.5-hour guided kayak tour along Russian River
16 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
O6867XAjohnj,,Jun 6, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had a great time on the river. We were not all that experienced but our guide Eric was excellent and went above and beyond expectations both with teaching us the nuances of kayaking, leading us through some difficult spots in the river and pointing out various water birds and other animals. We also learned quite a bit about the history of the river and it’s current uses. All in all it was a fantastic day. We would highly recommend this trip if you love water and nature.
suruchig2017,,Jan 4, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had so much fun on our private guided kayak trip with Terry. He is amazing! He so knowledgeable and told us a lot about the area. We took our dog with us too and it was very pet friendly. It was a great start to 2021 for us!


mylener671,,Nov 24, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
This tour operator has excellent service. My family had an awesome experience. Micah, our guide knows her stuff & at her young age, seemed to be knowledgeable with the Russian river and nearby areas. She was patient and accommodating and we never felt rushed.This was our first time to do kayaking and we felt safe with her as our guide. I also appreciate Ben, another guide who modified our starting route to better suit our skills as beginners. Thanks much Micah & getaway adventures.
Keykeytraveled,,Oct 8, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had a wonderful time. The portion of river traveled was wild and scenic. Our guide was knowledgeable about local flora and fauna and was fantastic about teaching us how to read the river and pick the safest route. I would definitely do it again!


ericrH6541PF,,Aug 16, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
Great time! Saw Blue Heron, Owl, turtles, fish and more. I liked the flexibility of being able to pull over to shore when want to. Nick our guide was easy going and let us control the pace....
TravelingDar,,Aug 10, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
We enjoyed such a marvelous kayak trip and lunch on the Russian River. The folks at Getaway Adventures made it a magnificent day for us and we couldn't have been more pleased with everything. Thanks for a fantastic time and exceptional service!! We will definitely be back for another tour!
534nataliiaz,,Jul 6, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
I really enjoy this kayak guided tour. It was our first experience with my teen daughter on the Russian River. Everything was organized perfectly well, on time, good lunch prepared. Special thanks to our tour lead Camille, because of her our trip was safe, interesting and not boring at all. We definitely recommend this company.

CholaddaJ,,Jul 13, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
Our group consists of children age 9, 11, adults up to age 70. Our guide Randy was very professional. For some of us this was the second time kayaking ever. It was challenging, but fun, and perfect for the whole family to enjoy together. The perfect healthy Gourmet Wine Country Picnic Lunch in the Red Wood Grove was just the Icing on the Cake.
melrhea13,,Jul 5, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
We highly recommend GetAWay Tours. It was a great experience. The guide took great care of us and made the trip a lot of fun. The midway snack of crackers and cheese was so tasty and the lunch at the end was full of healthy local cuisine that was delicious. The kayak trip was very peaceful. We saw ducks, turtles, fish, and various birds. The trip ended in a gorgeous Redwood grove. Highly recommend!!!
Tim S,,Jun 18, 2019
- Review from Viator
Great experience and great guide in Dustin Dalli. Very serene and plenty of wildlife. The lunch at the end is worth the wait.
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