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Kayak Tours in Door County, Wisconsin

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The Ultimate Door County Kayak Tour

Join us for bucket-list-crushing kayak tours in Door County, Wisconsin! Explore tall bluffs, shipwrecks, sea caves, islands, hidden beaches with a professional guide & high-quality sea kayaks for a truly unforgettable adventure on the Great Lakes.

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Single Person Kayaks

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5-Star Rated on Google & TripAdvisor

"Simply the BEST kayak tour guide in Door County. Justin is a great guide, skilled kayaker, knowledgeable and passionate about Door County...

Featured Door County Kayak Tours

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Ages 10+

2 Hours

DOOR BLUFF KAYAK TOUR

Explore Door County’s tallest bluff on a legendary stretch of water as you paddle past the 1800s Schooner Fleetwing shipwreck, ancient Native American pictographs, and panoramic views of Washington Island, Plum Island, and Gills Rock. Along the way, your local guide and certified Wisconsin Master Naturalist brings the region’s 400-million-year natural and maritime history to life through geology, storytelling, and stunning photo opportunities.

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Ages 16+

4 Hours

FROM

$149

KAYAK & HIKE

PENINSULA STATE PARK ADVENTURE TOUR

Experience Peninsula State Park like never before as you paddle the crystal-clear waters of Green Bay and hike along 400-million-year-old limestone bluffs, discovering ancient sea caves, wildlife, and sweeping views of Horseshoe and the Strawberry Islands. Led by a local guide and certified Wisconsin Master Naturalist, this immersive kayak-and-hike adventure blends Door County’s geology, ecology, and shoreline beauty into one unforgettable outdoor experience.

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Ages 16+

2 Hours

FROM

$79

MINK RIVER ESTUARY ECO-TOUR

Slip into the calm, shallow waters of the Mink River Estuary and explore a hidden sanctuary where fish spawn, migratory birds rest, and rare gems like the Hine’s emerald dragonfly still thrive—all guided by a certified Wisconsin Master Naturalist. This peaceful, crowd-free paddle offers stunning views of Lake Michigan and an intimate look at Door County’s wetlands, wildlife, and ever-shifting ecosystems.

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Ages 16+

4 Hours

FROM

$149

NEWPORT STATE PARK ADVENTURE TOUR

Paddle the wild, quiet shoreline of Newport State Park with a certified Wisconsin Master Naturalist, exploring sandy beaches, rocky headlands, small sea caves, and sweeping views of Porte des Mort. Along the way, we’ll land to hunt for 400-million-year-old fossils and wander historic forest trails once used by Native Americans and loggers—an unforgettable blend of adventure, ecology, and relaxed discovery.

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Ages 16+

3 Hours

FROM

$149

CAVE POINT & WHITEFISH DUNES TOUR

Kayak along sandy shores and rocky headlands into the sea cave-like limestone formations of Cave Point before exploring Wisconsin’s tallest sand dunes on foot, where Lake Michigan’s crystal-clear water meets rich Door County history. This unique kayak-and-hike adventure blends geology, storytelling, and unforgettable scenery—truly the best way to experience Cave Point, period.

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Ages 18+

4 Hours

FROM

$149

ROCK ISLAND STATE PARK TOUR

Cross from Washington Island to Rock Island with an expert guide as you traverse clear straits, explore ancient limestone shorelines, and learn the island’s natural history from a certified Wisconsin Master Naturalist. Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch, wander the trails to the iconic Thordarson Boathouse, and take in sweeping views, soaring raptors, and rugged bluffs on this unforgettable half-day Door County adventure.

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Customer Reviews

"We've been coming to Door County for decades and this was one of our all-time great adventures, thanks to Justin. We were scheduled to explore the Niagara Escarpment, but the wind and waves would have been too much for us. Justin adjusted the plan on the fly, and we went to the calmer side of the peninsula and explored the Mink River estuary. I can't imagine a better guide: Justin's instruction was excellent - we were on the water in no time.

Justin really knows the area, every aspect: geology, history, conservation, birds, flora, fauna, the little water-lilies and the huge sweep of forests. He encouraged us gently, kept us moving, and yet we never felt rushed. We talked, but we also listened. We learned about the waterways, and we learned about ourselves and what we could do with an able guide. An amazing adventure with a fabulous waterman. Wherever you might go with him - do it!"

Stewart Hickman. July 2024, 5.0 stars on Google Reviews & TripAdvisor

SEA KAYAK LESSONS

Kayak Guide Justin is an ACA Certified Level 3 Coastal Sea Kayak Instructor offering sea kayak classes, team trainings for guides and one-on one coaching for paddlers of all skill levels. Bring your own sea kayak or rent one for your lesson. Classes can be arranged for single or multiple sessions. Class sizes are limited to 5 participants.

4 hours

Ages 16+

Lesson & short tour

SEA KAYAK STARTER COURSE

Want to learn a lifelong hobby that offers a connection to nature, amazing health benefits & endless adventures? Learn to sea kayak! In this 4 hour lesson you'll learn the basics of paddling, how to keep your balance, self-rescue and how to properly use all the equipment. Best thing about this class is that no experience is needed and all the necessary kayaking gear is included with lesson.

4 hours

Ages 16+

All skill levels welcome

CUSTOM COACHING SESSION

Here's your chance to get one-on-one coaching from an ACA certified Coastal Sea Kayak Instructor to help you progress and become a proficient sea kayaker. This course is for paddlers of all skill levels to take their kayaking to a higher level. The coaching session will provide customized lesson plan designed for you with lots hands-on time in the water. Up to 5 students allowed per session.

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2.5 hours

All skill levels welcome

Paddle rental available

INTRO TO THE GREENLAND PADDLE

The most commonly asked question I get when kayaking is "what kind of paddle is that?" The Greenland paddle is a traditional design in use for over 4,000 years during the evolution of sea kayaking. In just a few hours you'll learn the basic theory & technique with on-water instruction. The benefits of learning this paddle will keep your shoulders safe and extend your kayaking career. Greenland paddle rental included with lesson.

Kayak Guide Justin on Lake Michigan at sunset

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SEA KAYAK COACHING

Learn to Sea Kayak this Summer!

Looking for a new way to experience the outdoors? Sea kayaking offers adventure, wellness and peace of mind. Get started here with lessons & coaching.

Kayak Guide Justin is an ACA Certified Level 3 Coastal Sea Kayak Instructor offering sea kayak classes, team trainings for guides and one-on one coaching for paddlers of all skill levels.

Bring your own sea kayak or rent one for your lesson. Classes can be arranged for single or multiple sessions. Class sizes are limited to 5 participants per session.

The Ultimate Cave Point Kayak Tour Guide: What You’ll See & When Conditions Are Best

If you’ve ever stood on the ledges at Cave Point and thought, “This place looks unreal… but I want to see it from the water,” you’re not alone. Cave Point County Park is one of Door County’s most photographed shoreline spots—famous for wave-worn rock, underwater caverns, and that Caribbean-looking water color that makes people do a double-take the first time they see it. Door County+1 But here’s the truth I tell guests all the time as a Great Lakes guide: Cave Point is stunni

Justin Pahnturat

Dec 187 min read

Cave Point kayak tour with tour group at sea cave

Peninsula State Park: A Local Guide’s Complete Adventure Handbook

Peninsula State Park offers an wide array of some of the best outdoor activities in Door County making it one unforgettable outdoor playground.

Justin Pahnturat

Dec 39 min read

Peninsula State Park: A Local Guide’s Complete Adventure Handbook

Winter Sea Kayaking the Great Lakes

Seems Impossible, Sounds Ridiculous—But Here I Am... Growing up on the shores of Lake Michigan, I was raised with a deep respect— and fear...

Justin Pahnturat

Dec 34 min read

Door Bluff Shipwreck Tour: Your Complete Guide to Door County’s Tallest Bluff & Legendary Waterway

If you’ve made your way to the northern tip of Door County, welcome—you’ve reached one of the most dramatic, storied, and naturally powerful places in the entire Great Lakes. Door Bluff Headlands , the tallest bluff on the peninsula, rises like a limestone fortress above the entrance to the legendary strait known as Death’s Door . Most visitors only see it from a distance, but when you paddle beneath these cliffs, the landscape starts telling its own story—one shaped by ancie

Justin Pahnturat

Nov 257 min read