Napa
$47 & up – Napa River History: Guided Kayak Tour into 2023
Enjoy Napa Valley

Nathan Kirchhoff
Deal Expert
Why We Love This Deal
Take a kayak tour down the Napa River to learn fun facts about the local ecosystem, the area and the city, and the legacy of Napa Valley's original Native Americans.
What's Included
- One 1.5- to 2-hour Napa River History Kayak Tour:
- $47 (reg. $79) ... one person in a single kayak (ages 14 and up)
- $94 (reg. $158) ... two people in a tandem kayak (ages 7 and up)
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Or, reserve a two-hour rental to go exploring on your own:
- $25 (reg. $50) ... one person on a single paddleboard (ages 14 and up)
- $29.50 (reg. $59) ... one person in a single kayak (ages 14 and up)
- $59 (reg. $118) ... two people in a tandem kayak (ages 7 and up)
- Not valid on: Saturdays-Sundays; closed Wednesdays
More Reasons to Go
- The meeting location on Main Street is located within walking distance of the Oxbow Public Market, shopping on First Street and other downtown Napa destinations
- Get a chance to glimpse local fauna, like beavers, otters, egrets and minks
- The Napa River History Kayak Tour finishes with time to explore the river on your own
- Make it a day outing — a trip to Napa from San Francisco takes about an hour and a half
Up to 50%
$47 & up
How to Book
After purchasing your Travelzoo voucher, online redemption is required. See voucher for more info.
Enjoyed This
(35 Member Ratings)
(35 Member Ratings)
Enjoyed Most
This was my second kayak trip. Unfortunately, Napa River was very low and my paddle and boat touched ground. Many trees had fallen. It was quite an experience. I will travel upward next time and maybe the river will be higher God willing. I will be looking to book this again. We were well-coached and my friend and I got a good work out.
Susan M
Mar 30, 2022
Concord, USA
Enjoyed Most
Fun way to learn about Napa! Would highly get!
Lisa
Nov 12, 2021
Davis, USA
Enjoyed Most
Our guide (Justin) was great. The kayaks were sturdy and easy to navigate. We were given some time to cruise around after the tour and had fun exploring the river.
Fernando
Jun 11, 2021
Fremont, USA
Enjoyed Most
With the ramp they have to help you get into the canoe, it's the only way I can go Kayaking. The guide was very informative and sounds like he has the history books of Napa and the Napa river memorized. The guy is walking Napa encyclopedia! He had many history lessons that I'm sure most of the Napa residents aren't aware of including one about a big building that was cemented closed just to preserve the evidence of an unsolved murder of her relative and much more information as well. It was a very interesting and fun trip.
Other Comments
The guide is very personable and helpful in getting the right Kayak for you to make sure that you enjoy your experience on the river. He give an over abundance of information.
Bruce
Jun 10, 2021
Elmira, USA
Enjoyed Most
wonderful we have a magnificent time the time and weather was perfect and Justin very friendly, and knows the area very well good recommendations for lunch and get good wine.
Other Comments
people have to come to enjoy the area and the kayaking.
Fabio
Jun 28, 2021
Pittsburg, USA
Enjoyed Most
Took adult daughter & son-in-law from AZ. I was just looking for a fun day out with them, so I wasn't really expecting much from the historical tour...BOY OH BOY WAS I AMAZED!!! Justin is a great guide, fun, entertaining & provided a fact-filled adventure. So very. very worth the money.
Other Comments
Justin & Jana just couldn't be anymore welcoming - just super nice people!
We had lunch at Joe's...great food & super beer selection.
Judy
Jun 14, 2021
Sebastopol, USA
Enjoyed Most
My nephew and I went. He is a water guy and thought he would enjoy this. i found out he was so happy he always wanted to go Kayaking. He is a surfer. this was good for me because I am newbie to water sports.
Other Comments
They are great! So glad we did this! Been telling friends they need to do this.
Victoria
Jun 10, 2021
Elk Grove, USA
Enjoyed Most
Guide was great, good storyteller! Lots of interesting Napa history!
David
Dec 13, 2019
San Rafael, USA
Enjoyed Most
We really enjoyed the experience. The guide had lots of great stories and the kayaking wasn't difficult. It was a beautiful day too.
Ann
Oct 04, 2019
Benicia, USA
Enjoyed Most
Excellent outing, great guide. Was a bit too tough for one of our group (heat/sunshine didn’t help). Was hoping for a more pastoral environment but adjoining the downtown did support some interesting historical tidbits.
Richard
Oct 02, 2019
Lafayette, USA