Yellowstone Lake Kayak Tour: Explore Hidden Geysers

Embark on a guided kayak tour of Yellowstone Lake and discover hidden geysers. Explore the pristine West Thumb Geyser Basin from your kayak, enjoy a picnic lunch on a secluded beach, and return with unforgettable memories. No experience necessary!

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Grant Marina Road - Kayak in Yellowstone! Our experienced and trained guides provide expert kayak instruction and information on the local history and geology, as they lead you around the shoreline to the West Thumb Geyser Basin and explore the many geothermal features on land and under water. We’ll paddle by the more remote features, most of…
What's Included
  • Lunch included
  • Educational introduction to Yellowstone’s history and geology
  • Professional guides for equipment and kayaking instruction
What's Not Included
  • Guide Gratuities are not included but greatly appreciated.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

This guided kayaking tour in Yellowstone National Park includes an introduction to Yellowstone’s history and the geology of the Lake. You’ll receive kayaking equipment and learn techniques before your guides lead you along the shoreline to the West Thumb Geyser Basin. Here, you’ll explore numerous geothermal features on land and underwater from your…

Location
Grant Marina Road
Meet at the marina, in Grant Village inside Yellowstone National Park. There is no exact street address in a National Park, so we meet you in Grant Village, at the marina boat ramp, where the kayaks will be spread out on the beach. There are restrooms and parking for all sized vehicles.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Cynthia_h
Jun 29, 2024
Great day on the water - The guide was great and very knowledgeable about the area, the water was beautiful, and all in all it was a wonderful way to spend the day enjoying the beauty that God created. Thinking about a longer trip.
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Lisadf7969km
Jun 24, 2024
Guided Kayaking Day Trip - Our paddle to the geyser basin on Yellowstone Lake was absolutely amazing! My husband and I lucked out to have the BEST guide we could have ever asked for! Brian was a true professional in every sense! Not only was he safety conscience and an excellent paddling instructor his depth of knowledge of Yellowstone ecology and history was captivating and engaging! I highly recommend this kayaking trip and ask to take a trip being guided by Brian. It will definitely be a favorite memory of Yellowstone!
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Elmerine
Jun 22, 2024
Kiakak Yellowstone Breathtaking - Brian and the trip was amazing. Very friendly and informative. Provided lunch. Brian shared other possible adventures. We will definitely be back
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Lisaj950
Jun 18, 2024
Great day on the lake - This was a great trip - they had all sort of helpful equipment (dry bags, waterproof jackets, paddle gloves, etc) to guard against the cold water and wind. The guides were really knowledgeable about all the flora and fauna, history, and of course the geothermal features. They were also able to predict the wind and work on timing and positioning for the excellent picnic and trip. We had a really great day!
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976djn
Jun 18, 2024
Great family outing!! - The guides were great- informative, covered the slowest to faster in the larger group, and were friendly! Lunch was great- we requested gluten free and they provided great options in that specialty lunch. Good equipment- they provided wet bags, splash/ wind resistant pullovers and ensured each kayak was adjusted to the person. Trip included great view of a geyser.
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Malloryg269
Jun 3, 2024
Fun day of floating - Our guide was very friendly and welcoming. He had two helpers who were with him too who were also very friendly. Our guide was knowledgeable about Yellowstone and the wildlife living there. Lovely views and a great lunch!
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K3871nmrobertc
Jul 22, 2023
Fun day. - Our guide was excellent and very knowledgeable about the park. The equipment is simple and easy to use. The kayaks have rudders. The sack lunch was good. We had excellent weather and light breezes. It's a little bit of a workout, so be prepared to paddle a bit. If this old guy can do it, you can too.
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Arnoldp640
Jul 22, 2023
Terrific kayak trip - This trip exceeded our expectations. We are on our late 70’s and we had no problem paddling the kayak. Our guide Bryan could not have been better. He was extremely knowledgeable about the area and history and this added immeasurably to our trip. We had one mother and her son in our group that struggled and he handled this delicate situation with tact and grace! This day trip should be included in your stay and you will finish it with a deeper knowledge of Yellowstone and having visited the geyser basin from the water.
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Archerc2013
Jul 17, 2023
Relaxing (yet intense), Memorable Family Adventure - Our family of four (kids aged 14-18) took the Day Trip with Brian and Tim on July 10. Fantastic. Brian was very informative and educational, and both were really friendly and accommodating. They engaged with everyone on the trip and truly wanted all to have a great time. They remembered that one child had a peanut allergy so they provided a non-allergic lunch. They lunch they served was filling and well-balanced. What was also cool was that they provided "dry bags"for us to store extra clothing in, and they also offered extra jackets just in case anyone needed them. Overall a very cool and memorable adventure. Thank you so much Brian and Tim!
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Ambercwru
Jun 21, 2023
Great experience - would recommend - This was fantastic. Our guides, Noah and Brian (I think), were both awesome. They made sure we were safe and comfortable in our kayaks, and entertained us the entire way. The lake was beautiful, and we had a really great time. Would definitely recommend.
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