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Combine kayaking and snorkeling on Oregon’s wild southern coast with this unique 3-hour trip at Orford Heads and Nellies Cove—an ideal way to see vibrant marine life and stunning coastal rock formations.
Combine kayaking and snorkeling on Oregon’s wild southern coast with this unique 3-hour trip at Orford Heads and Nellies Cove—an ideal way to see vibrant marine life and stunning coastal rock formations.
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Operated by South Coast Tours · Gold Beach, Oregon
moderate.
3 hours.
Moderate fitness required; comfortable paddling and swimming skills recommended
No, the guides provide all instruction needed to paddle safely.
You may spot harbor seals, seabirds, and colorful fish around the cove.
Yes, quality wetsuits and snorkeling gear are included in the tour package.
The snorkeling area is sheltered and shallow, suitable even for beginners.
Generally, participants should be at least 12 years old and confident swimmers.
Tours may be rescheduled to ensure safety and optimal conditions.
Port Orford, established in the mid-19th century, is Oregon's oldest town with rich maritime history.
The tour emphasizes eco-conscious practices to minimize impact on fragile coastal ecosystems.
South Coast Tours operates out of Brookings, Oregon, offering guided kayak and boat excursions along the southern Oregon coast. The company runs a range of trips including ocean kayak fishing tours in Port Orford and Brookings, wildlife viewing paddles on the Chetco River estuary and coastal kelp beds, a whales and wildlife boat tour from Dolley Dock in Port Orford, snorkeling combined with kayaking at Orford Heads and Nellies Cove, and convenient boat shuttles between Bullards Beach State Park Campground and Old Town Bandon. Trips feature Hobie kayaks for several ocean fishing and wildlife tours and include a boat-based option aboard the nearly unsinkable Black Pearl for Redfish Rocks and whale viewing. The Arches Territory inflatable paddle experience notes over 15 years of guiding in Samuel Boardman State Scenic Corridor. Tours target local species such as Blue and Black rockfish, Ling Cod, gray whales, sea lions, harbor seals, pelicans, kingfishers, and a variety of seabirds, plus kelp and tidepool life. South Coast Tours serves families, anglers, hikers, snorkelers, and wildlife enthusiasts, with outings ranging from short estuary paddles to multi-hour fishing and snorkeling adventures. Departure points include Brookings and Port Orford, and specialized services include boat shuttles for Oregon Coast Trail hikers. Information provided in tour descriptions outlines durations, activities, and highlights for each trip. South Coast Tours offers coastal exploration options that connect visitors to the marine environment and local landmarks while showcasing southern Oregon’s natural diversity. Booking details, pricing, and seasonal availability are listed on their tour pages.
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