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Hingham Harbor Tour

  • 3 to 4 hour tour
  • Windmills
  • Wildlife
  • Boston city skyline
  • Inner Boston Harbor islands
  • Oldest paddle tour
  • Sunset and Moonlight paddles available!


  • Explore the inner Boston Harbor Islands and its National Park Lands on one of our most popular kayak tours. The paddle starts at our newest Eastern Mountain Sports Location in Hingham, MA. From we travel to the launch at Hingham Harbor, cover some basic instruction and get outfitted to paddle. This easy sheltered tour takes us around a few of the inner islands and visits the northern tip of Worlds Ends Reservation. From the Reservation there are sweeping views of Hull, Boston Harbor, the Boston skyline, and the larger Harbor Islands. While paddling between Sarah, Langley and Ragged Island we see American Oystercatchers, Glossy Ibis, and many birds of prey feeding amongst the rocks and tidal flats. From this vantage point we view the massive power generating windmills at Hull and Nantasket. Later in the day we stretch our legs on one of the many islands and have a snack as we talk about the extensive preservation work that has allowed this area to become a vital resource for all of its visitors. Come be a part of this fun paddle around Hingham Harbor!
    Cost
    $55 per person


    Dates
    May 15, 16, 29, 30
    June 5, 6, 10, 12, 13, 19, 22, 26, 27
    July 8, 10, 11, 14, 17, 19, 24, 25
    August 12, 17,
    *evening paddle tours


    Start/ End (daytime tours)
    10am to approximately 2pm

    Start/ End (evening tours)
    5:30pm to approximately 8:30pm
    Meeting Location
    Eastern Mountain Sports in Hingham, MA


    Prerequisite
    None.

    Includes
    Tandem (double) kayaks, paddle, PFD and paddling jacket/wetsuit if needed. 20% discount coupon to Eastern Mountain Sports. Paddlers can bring their own boat and gear. Both need to be equivalent to gear provided, appropriate for class, in good working order and approved by your guide. Please call 800-310-4504 with any questions.

    Does Not Include
    Lodging, transportation, meals, personal gear and clothing.

    WHAT TO BRING?

    Shop for Gear!
    Please come dressed for the weather and prepared with the appropriate gear and clothing for your kayak program. Below is a list of gear and clothing recommended by the Eastern Mountain Sports Kayak School. If you have any questions please call 800-310-4504.

    Neoprene long or short sleeve top
    Neoprene is recommended. Any non-cotton material is appropriate as well.


    Non-cotton pants or shorts
    This will depend on the weather and season. Wetsuits are available from the Kayak School for spring, summer and early fall paddling. Drysuits are used for cold weather paddling.


    Water shoes
    Can be provided by the Kayak School upon request. No open toed shoes please.
    Food and Water
  • Lunch and snacks (sandwich, chips, bars, etc...)
  • 1 liter or more of water

    Additional Items
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Bug spray
  • Camera
  • Dry bag (optional)
  • Extra change of clothes and towel

    Kayak School will provide
    You are welcome to bring your own boat and gear. Both need to be equivalent to gear provided, appropriate for class, in good working order and approved by the instructor. Call 800-310-4504 with any questions.
  • Kayak (singles and tandems)
  • Paddle
  • PFD
  • Spray skirt
  • Spray jacket
  • Wet suit
  • Dry suit (seasonal)

  • Missing anything on this list?
    Don't forget your 20% discount EMS coupon that comes with your Climbing School confirmation letter!