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Boost your paddling skills with expert one-on-one sea kayaking lessons in Moss Landing. Enjoy personalized coaching designed to meet your unique goals.
2–3 hours
moderate
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Boost your paddling skills with expert one-on-one sea kayaking lessons in Moss Landing. Enjoy personalized coaching designed to meet your unique goals.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should have basic fitness to handle moderate paddling and balance on a kayak.
Wildlife
History
Elkhorn Slough was once a tidal marsh that transformed with the development of Moss Landing's harbor and remains an important ecological reserve today.
Conservation
Kayak Connection supports sustainable tourism by promoting non-invasive kayaking practices to protect the fragile estuarine habitats of Elkhorn Slough.
Kayak Connection - Elkhorn Slough
Boost your paddling skills with expert one-on-one sea kayaking lessons in Moss Landing. Enjoy personalized coaching designed to meet your unique goals.
Kayak Connection - Elkhorn Slough operates guided sea kayak tours and kayak rentals from Moss Landing, California. The business specializes in wildlife-focused paddling experiences on Elkhorn Slough, offering a mix of private and shared tours, family outings, sunrise and sunset paddles, and seasonal night excursions.
Tours include the Sunset Wildlife Tour (Private), Private Sunrise Tour, Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Tour, Family Adventure Tour, Starlight Bioluminescence Tour, and a selection of single, double, and triple sit-on-top and closed-deck kayak options. Guides provide safety instruction, route planning, and naturalist-led interpretation to highlight local ecology, including sea otters, harbor seals, and migratory shorebirds. All necessary equipment—life jackets, paddles, and well-maintained kayaks—is provided for each trip.
Trips accommodate beginners and families, with age recommendations specified for certain tours. Private tours and tailored departures are available for groups seeking a customized experience. Seasonal scheduling aligns with natural events such as bioluminescence viewing, and tours depart from Moss Landing for direct access to the slough. Emphasis on safety protocols, experienced guides, and wildlife education supports responsible, low-impact paddling in this important estuarine habitat. Visitors choose Kayak Connection - Elkhorn Slough to combine accessible instruction with reliable wildlife viewing in a protected coastal environment.
Launch Point
Moss Landing
Direct access to Elkhorn Slough
Family Friendly
Ages 3+
Tours welcome young children
Seasonal Tours
June–Oct
Bioluminescence runs seasonally
Tour Types
10 tours
Private, family, and rentals
Reserve a private or family-friendly paddle from Moss Landing — equipment and expert guides included.
Wear quick-drying clothing
Choose moisture-wicking or synthetic fabrics for comfort on the water.
Bring a waterproof phone case
Keep electronics protected and accessible while paddling.
Check tidal schedules
Tides affect water depth and current speeds in Elkhorn Slough; plan accordingly.
Apply reef-safe sunscreen
Protect your skin without harming the marine environment.
Personal flotation device (PFD)
Safety first—always wear a properly fitting life jacket while on the water.
Water-resistant shoes
Protect your feet during launches and landings with shoes that dry quickly.
Sun hat with chin strap
Helps shield your face and neck from strong sun exposure.
summer
Dry bag
Keeps your belongings safe and dry during your kayaking instruction.