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EXPLORE the Monterey Bay Marine Sanctuary on an  A B SEAS KAYAK Tour!  Our Guided wildlife tour is recommended for novices and experts alike.  The tour features marine mammals:  sea lions, harbor seals and sea otters in their natural habitat - as well as all sorts of shorebirds. An incredible adventure you won't forget. Birders will appreciate pelicans, cormorants, grebes, mergansers, phalanthropes, egrets, meurres, surf scoters andother local and migratory shorebirds!  Our kayak trips are much more than just kayaking - it's exploring the majestic sea and an encounter with wildlife!!! Kayak tours $59.95 per person  The tour includes a super stable sit-on-top kayak, paddle, seatback, wetsuit, dry bag, paddling instruction and safety orientation.  The tour is 2-3 hours long and includes use of the kayak after the tour.  Recommended for novices or experienced kayakers.   Our guides instruct you in basic paddling and guide you to many points of interest.   Learn about sea lions, sea otters and harbor seals as well as interesting background on the Monterey Bay Marine Sanctuary.  Historic Monterey waterfront was one of the first settlements on the West Coast and famous for the Cannery's in the early 20th century that John Steinbeck made legendary in his book Cannery Row.  Tour reservations are required.  Walk-ins are allowed as space permits.  Tours range in number from 4-15 people, but large groups up to 100 are welcome with advance reservations.  People of all ages and athletic ability can join the tour.  Tours move at a very leisurely pace allowing every age and ability to participate. Kayak rentals $30 per person  The rental includes a super stable sit-on-top kayak, paddle, seatback, wetsuit, dry bag, paddling instruction and safety orientation.  Most people paddle 1-2 hours but you can keep the kayak until closing time (Come when we open and keep the kayak until we close). Recommended for experienced kayakers & those who know Monterey Bay.  We recommend novices and those inexperienced on Monterey Bay take the guided kayak your for their first trip out. You may see sea lions, sea otters and harbor seals on your journey, but please be cautious in not getting too close.  It's not good for the marine mammals to ever be closer than 50'  - and it is illegal.  The Federal Marine Mammals Protection Act makes its illegal to get too close.  Guides are familiar with the proper distance to maintain. The historic Monterey waterfront was one of the first settlements on the West Coast and famous for the sardine cannery's in the early 20th century that John Steinbeck made made legendary in his book Cannery Row.  Reservations are not required but you should call to get directions and confirm that kayaks are available the day of your adventure.  Rentals are available to people of all ages and athletic ability. 

In his early years, Frank Knight loved to explore the beautiful Monterey Peninsula through biking, kayaking and surfing.  Wanting to share his experiences with others, Frank began a small rental business delivering bicycles to the local hotels for the enjoyment of visitors.  Today, that business, Adventures by the Sea, assists visitors to explore the Monterey Peninsula by land, by sea, and by party. By land, pedal a bicycle or a surrey along the recreation trail, along the coast of Pacific Grove and into breathtaking 17-Mile Drive. By sea, explore the kelp forest and abundant marine life along Cannery Row or Stillwater Cove by renting an ocean kayak or catch some waves with an expert surf instructor. By party, the Pirate Cove beach house and outdoor setup is the perfect setting for hosting Classic California Beach Party, team building programs, wedding receptions, reunions, company picnics, and more!  

Monterey Bay Kayaks offers a unique experience to outdoors enthusiasts. Our friendly and knowledgable staff offer an outstanding combination of excellent customer service and the best selection of high quality kayaks and equipment. Our stores are located right on the water, so you can see and demo kayaks at both locations at any time. Our 4000-square foot store in Monterey and smaller store in Moss Landing have one of California's largest selection of high quality brands and range of retail products, including kayaks and accessories, outdoor clothing and footwear. Visit us soon! There is no better way to discover the Monterey Bay National Marine Sactuary, the nation's largest and most diverse marine ecosystem. You will be amazed and awed by the wildlife that calls this place home. Let our fully trained staff introduce you to sea otters, sea lions, harbor seals, bird life, kelp beds, and marine invertebrates while discovering the wonderful sport of sea kayaking. Kayak Monterey Set within the nation's largest marine sanctuary, our Monterey location provides an exciting and diverse sea kayaking experience. Paddle through the sheltered waters of the harbor or explore the expansive, vibrant kelp beds along Cannery Row. World class wildlife viewing is accented by rich local history, creating an environment that everyone will enjoy. This portion of the sanctuary is an important habitat for coastal bird species, sea lions, harbor seals, and sea otters. In fact, the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary is the only area in the world where California sea otters, currently an endangered species, can still be found in the wild. Lucky paddlers may spot playful dolphins, or even glimpse gray whales during their winter migration through Monterey Bay. Our unique coastal climate provides mild temperatures year round. Whether it's sunny or foggy out, Monterey Bay offers a beautiful paddling area, teeming with wildlife and full of places to explore. While kayaking within the harbor, paddlers will enjoy a nostalgic journey through aisles of old fishing vessels, many of which date back to the heyday of Cannery Row. Next to Fisherman's Wharf, within the harbor, Heritage Beach provides the perfect spot to relax, have a bite to eat, or do some tidepooling. Venturing beyond the harbor mouth, heading towards the world renowned kelp forests of Cannery Row, paddlers often find themselves accompanied by groups of frolicking sea lions, leaping playfully nearby. With over 800 marine species, from the bizarre to the beautiful, the kelp beds create a spectacular environment, and an unforgettable experience. Kayak Elkhorn Slough Moss Landing is a quaint, historic fishing village, located at the mouth of Elkhorn Slough. This charming, eclectic seaport is the gateway to the Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve, California's second largest marine wetland and one of only twenty such areas in the nation. This expansive tidal wetland is an important habitat for sea otters, harbor seals, and over 250 resident and migratory bird species. In addition, seven currently endangered species make their homes here, making Elkhorn Slough a "must see" for curious naturalists. Birdwatchers will especially enjoy trips during the fall and spring migrations, when thousands of birds descend upon the Slough, creating grand, colorful displays of aerial acrobatics. The main channel meanders inland for several miles, bordered by great expanses of tidal marsh and rolling, oak covered hills. Rows of harbor seals slumber along the exposed mudflats, while sea otters carelessly float and play nearby. Hawks, kites, and harriers soar effortlessly over the hillsides, as countless varieties of shorebird dabble delicately along the water's edge. For the adventurous, a labyrinth-like network of tidal creeks branches off from the main waterway, revealing an endless series of "liquid trails" that are perfect for wildlife viewing and exploration.