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    What an amazing experience!!!
    Susy G.

    First time kayaking..... the owners (a man/woman team) greeted us on arrival. They got straight to the point by asking how many of us were kayaking before giving us quick but simple instructions on how to navigate the kayak in the waters. We each got a one size fits all life jackets and our own kayaks. I was a bit anxious since I'm bigger in size but thank goodness they had a kayak that was just my size ( I'm a size 20-22/ 280lbs). I feel that I have to give you these details because I don't want anyone thinking that this activity is limited to thinner people. So, don't let your weight get in the way of you experiencing this! Another thing I appreciated, was the owners did not make one single comment about my weight. Rather, they made me feel super comfortable. They helped me into the kayak and before you know it, we were off! We had a great experience. The day was sunny and hardly any wind. We went in between tides. Perfect day to be on the water! I can't wait to go back! Rates range from $14-$20 for the first hour then they charge on 15min increments. Plenty of parking nearby on street. They are south of the shell shop and aquarium. No restrooms. Nearest public restrooms are at Tidelands Park. Not too far of a walk. Here's what you gotta know to prepare for a fun filled day on the water: Check out the daily tide schedule and plan accordingly. You might want to check on winds too. We went on a day when it was not too windy so that definitely helped us navigate safer since we were newbies. WEAR SUNSCREEN!! Even on days when the sun is not shining through the marine layer. Bring a hat (hopefully one that covers the back of your neck too Wear comfortable clothing. Light colored and long sleeved to prevent sunburns. Wear a comfy older pair of shoes or sandals that wrap around your foot. I'm saying this only because you may want to check out the sand spit on the other side and the water level is not deep at all. Lots of seaweed and marsh type sand. So, you WILL get your feet wet. Trust me, it's worth it! Beautiful views of the bay! Leave your valuables in your car unless you have clothing with zipper compartments. Last thing you want is losing your wallet or dropping your phone in the water There is plenty of room on the kayak for you to bring a bottle of water or even a small ice chest if you want to picnic on the sand spit. When it comes to navigating the water, remember to keep your eyes and ears open for any cross traffic. The Embarcadero does have a main waterway/channel where boats are passing by. So, it can get a bit challenging. If you don't feel that you can clear approaching boats, definitely pay it safe and wait for it to clear. Lastly, if I can do this so can YOU!!!! Good luck and enjoy!

    Michelle H.

    In our trip full of wine tasting and eating, my mom and I decided to do something active and go kayaking in Morro Bay. Based on Yelp reviews I decided on giving Kayak Horizons a try and I was not disappointed. We arrived right around 10 (we were aiming for 9:00 but I woke up kind of late. They were easy to find on Embarcadero and they have a small lot, if you don't find a spot there is plenty of street parking all along Embarcadero. Once we got into the store, we were greeted by a nice young man and he helped us get our gear, dry bag, and two single kayaks. He gave us a rundown of the basics and even gave us tips for beaching our kayak if we wanted to check out Morro Rock (across the water from the dock). We didn't have a lot of questions because we had both gone before, but I was very appreciative of all his advice and tips. Their rates were really reasonable. $12 for the first hours per single kayak and another $8 for every additional hour per kayak (divided into 15 minute increments). These rates also included life vests and a dry bag for our personal belongings. Tip: Try to get there as early as possible so avoid the winds. My mom and I kayaked from 10:00-11:30 and those last 30 minutes were pretty killer as we were trying to paddle against the winds back to the dock. Have fun on the waters!

    Teresa C.

    This place is awesome. If you are new to kayaking, it's one of the best places to go. I suggest you take a tour with them. The tours go into a marine estuary so it's a peaceful type of kayaking and better for beginners than all out ocean kayaking. I have to agree with the other reviewer--the owner is a good guy. We signed up in advance, and a week before our trip, he called to ask if we were willing to show up early to take advantage of a high tide that would make out trip just that much better. I jumped at that one. Once out in a kayak, the area is stunning to look at while you paddle along. There is an abundance of nature along the way-birds, seals, bat rays, etc. The guide we had was knowledgeable about the area and could answer the questions we asked during the tour. All the employees were outstanding in terms of service. I enjoy doing business with these folks. If you are a veteran kayak type, this place is also an outstanding choice. They have quite a selection of kayaks. My suggestion is to rent for a few hours, use the tide to your advantage, and paddle out to a spot and have lunch along the way, then explore some more or head back. The retail store is also a good place for any kayak fan. For more information check out the website: http://www.kayakhorizons.com/

    Thank You David! Maggie had a blast!
    Sarah F.

    Wow...first time kayaking on the central coast with my girl, Maggie! I was a bit nervous and David put all my nerves at ease. Very professional and easy-going! Thank you, David, Maggie and I will be back soon!

    Despina P.

    Highly recommend renting kayaks from Kayak Horizons in Morro Bay! A single kayak is $14/hour and a double kayak is $20/hour. My boyfriend and I rented the double kayak and had a blast! We were greeted and helped right away by a woman at the counter. We signed a quick waiver, gave her an ID to hold onto and then we were on our way down the dock. A friendly man helped us into the kayak and we were off. We saw otters and seals while we were out. We also docked up across the bay on the beach by Morro rock to take some close up pictures! One hour was plenty of time in the bay!

    Jeri D.

    Great prices (I'm pretty sure the lowest price in Morro Bay for kayaking) & friendly staff! I called before we went with a lot of questions, and they were very patient with me :) Wonderful time kayaking right up to the sea lions on the barge. Loved our time kayaking in Morro Bay...Highly recommended!

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    Fair price, great location. Easy in and out into the bay. Nice customer service. Will be back!

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    Ask the Community - Kayak Horizons

    Can kids kayak with adults?

    Yes. They have plenty of tandem kayaks. I've been taking my son since he was 6 years old.

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    Central Coast Outdoors

    Central Coast Outdoors

    5.0
    (109 reviews)
    1.3 mi

    Our group did a private kayaking trip (half day with lunch) and it was definitely one of the main…read morehighlights of my bachelorette weekend. I booked this in advance and it was relatively easy to do so online via the request form on the site. We had a 9am start but easy to get a hold via text if you run late. There is ample free parking right in front of the shack. Put in "A Kayak Shack" in Google Maps and you will have no trouble finding the dock where you need to be. Bathrooms are available by the shack and there are even faucets to wash your feet if you get muddy after the trip. Everything went very well and we all had lots of fun doing this. They provide a lot of equipment, including dry bags, even a blanket to prevent splashes on you, and safety jackets for everyone even if you can't swim. It was clear John and his team are very knowledgeable of the local wildlife and I appreciate the care behind making sure we had a good and safe time. Once arriving to the dunes, we did a hike to the secluded beach and was able to enjoy the view from a much quieter spot. For the picnic, the food was delicious for a picnic. Includes wine and sparkling water. John surprised us with some lovely homemade Blondies. The whole experience doesn't require too much experience and the waters are quite calm so it's perfect for many ages and such a lovely place to be!

    We loved our kayaking experience and we love Jenn our guide! The Morro Bay Half Day Classic is a…read morerewarding excursion to take when visiting the area. We were a small but mighty group of three. I do suggest getting some water shoes and if you have them binoculars. Jenn did a great job preparing us before shoving off. She created a wonderful atmosphere. I can't say enough about her kind leadership and how she taught us about this unique area of California. This tour immerses you in the geological wonders of the bay, history of the area, and its bountiful marine life. On that particular day, we saw very active cormorants, a few herons, egrets, a bald eagle, evidence of mud shrimp, crabs, and a raft of otters taking a snooze. Being outdoors on the water was calming and learning with other curious individuals was invigorating. Thank you Jenn for this experience that gave us many wonderful memories.

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    Lopez Lake

    Lopez Lake

    3.7
    (132 reviews)
    25.3 mi

    From what we could see it was beautiful. Didn't know or heard about this place at all. Until…read moresomeone had mentioned it while we were in arroyo grande. You could go to it from the main road which takes you through the country side. Also wineries along the way which we found out. Along the whole stretch of the drive, there is no parking along the highway. Sucks that you can't get out for a picture of the lake. We finally made it to the entrance which there's a fee to get in. We literally just wanted to see the lake and get a pic. Give or take, 5 minutes or so. Spoke with the entrance guards, it was 12.00 per vehicle and as we had our dog with us, that would be another fee for pets. Instead, we just opted out to leave. Honestly, kind of sucks that you can't check it out without having to pay to get in. Not only that, they do offer camping which the camp site wasn't that far. Hiking trails as well as a boat ramp. The parking area when you enter is where the check in and customer service are. I believe there's a public restroom as well. We ended just getting out and stopping right at the gate to take a quick picture of the lake. From what we could see, there was people fishing right along the base. Curious to know if you could just leave your car at the lot and walk down to the water which was a like couple min walk when we left. Or maybe even that, you still have to pay a fee. Regardless, it was somewhat beautiful from what we could see off the road. Along the whole drive in till the entrance, no stopping or parking along the road.

    First off i have been camping here since the 90's. It used to be a great outdoor vacation spot to…read morefish and camp and hike and a little boating on the small lake with various other activities. And like alot of buisness when they start focusing on straight profit they seriously suffer in any areas that concern the comfort or safety of its guests but today i have seen it all. We have bears here at lopez and as a result all the trash bins have to be bear safe so they are not attracting the bears directly into the areas of the campers. Well in an attempt to save a couple of dollars, as in the trash truck driver having to get out and unlatching each dumpster before dumping it into his truck, it would add a minute to each bin in the park he has to empty. I dont know the exact number but i would estimate 60 bins here so thats 1 hour of extra driver time needed to get through the park. So you would gather that removing the bear safety latches would save 1 hour a week, 30$...... thats is what the publics safety is worth to the county of San Luis Obispo. On top ofvthat they used to have an employee patrolling the park every couple hours making sure the rules were bei g followed, nothing dangerous was going on ect. I hate to say that is no longer the case, despite all their prices going up exponentially year by year their employee count has dropped drastically. Its gotten so bad that ive been here 24 hours now and havent seen 1 truck on patrol. Last night bears were raiding the trash cans, dogs were barking all night long, and people were partying well into the next day with nobody telling them some people actually enjoy their sleep. Its a sad day in america when this type of behavior is now become the new standard and money is now all that matters, not even the customers safety. Year by year the deaths on the lake here keep going up with this year so far being the most ever and we are barely a couple weeks into summer. As a local resident i would tell you, if youve come to party, get wasted, fight bears and dance with death then this is your place but bring a ton of money cuz your gonna pay substantially for it.

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    Avila Beach Whale Watching

    Avila Beach Whale Watching

    5.0
    (358 reviews)
    14.3 mi

    Overall, this was a wonderful experience…read more It was scary in the beginning because the waves were a little rough. We sat in the front and experienced "flying boat" - as in the boat was rocking so hard it left the water for a bit. Lesson learned for me - in choppy weather make sure to always ride in the back. The Captain was extremely knowledgeable and customer service was flawless. He knew the ocean very well. When he realized we were getting pretty nervous he made sure that the boat stayed in a position that limited the rocking. He kept checking on us to make sure we were doing ok. We saw whales, otters, birds, sea lions, and porpoises. It was amazing seeing them in the wild and they were beautiful. Make sure to dress in layers. It was cold in the beginning but warmer when we were heading back to the dock.

    Imagine being a part of a pod of several thousand dolphins. This was our second time with Captain…read moreMark and it was even more amazing than when he gave us a tour 5 years ago. He is dedicated to making sure you make the most of your time and I am so glad we went again with another part of our family. Not only were we one with the dolphins, but we also saw humpbacks and a mola mola. Mark is full of interesting ocean and history facts and you and your family will not only have an incredible experience but you'll learn something to take with you the rest of your life.

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    Santa Barbara Adventure Company

    Santa Barbara Adventure Company

    4.8
    (260 reviews)
    92.6 mi

    Rachel is awesome! Super knowledgeable of the ocean, water, marine life, and history of the area…read more What a rad human being to have guiding the tour. As it turns out, all of the harbor seals, and sealions have names. We befriended one named Steve, he is much better at swimming than I am. He also taught me secret techniques to paddling. This one Pelican named Parry got into a barking match with some sealions, which is a fight he wasn't gonna win, let's be honest. Though I was hoping to see an M-A-N-A-T-E-E ... next time! If you're gonna go down on Haley street, where the dogs are easy and the sun is cheap, you never know just who you'll meet, on Haley. (But hopefully it's Rachel from the Santa Barbara Adventure Company, and you get her kayak tour; shout out!)

    A heartfelt thank you to Santa Barbara Adventure Company for creating such a memorable birthday…read moreexperience for our daughter. From start to finish, everything exceeded our expectations. We had a fun ferry ride to the islands and even got to slow down to watch a large Sunfish (Mola Mola) snacking on some jellies. I recommend getting in line early to secure the best view seating on the ferry. Our kayak guides, Chuck and Adam, were exceptional--knowledgeable, engaging, and genuinely passionate about what they do. They made the entire trip both fun and informative, while ensuring we always felt safe and well cared for. We were fortunate to have perfect weather and warm water, which allowed us to explore all seven sea caves--many of which are inaccessible during high tide or rougher conditions. It made the experience even more special. Having lived in Santa Barbara for 22 years, this was my first time visiting the islands, and it was truly unforgettable. The pristine landscapes, abundant sea life, and even spotting several tiny island foxes while enjoying our picnic lunch, made it an unforgettable adventure. We can't wait to do it again--highly recommend to anyone looking for a unique and exceptional experience!

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    Waiting in line to enter sea caves
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