Jamestown Island Kayak Tour: History and Nature

Explore Jamestown Island by kayak, uncovering its rich history and diverse wildlife. Perfect for nature lovers and history buffs alike.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Jamestown Settlement - Kayak from James City County Marina on calm water, Powhatan Creek and Back River, to Jamestown Island, known as the birthplace of America with the first successful English settlement in America dating back to 1607. Powhatan Creek and Back River are stunning with lush marsh grasses, bald eagles soaring above and spectacular cypress trees. You can get a feel for what the land looked like when this area was first settled in 1607 by the Virginia Company. The tour makes two stops behind Jamestown Island to discuss and admire the fauna and flora as well as discuss the history of the Jamestown Settlement, archeologic discoveries including the Fourth Church tower that is the only above-ground 17th-century structure still standing in Jamestown, and the Powhatan Nation that had used Jamestown Island as hunting land before the English settlers established their fort.

NOTE: ALL PARTICIPANTS (OR THEIR PARENT/GUARDIAN) ARE REQUIRED TO SIGN OUR HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT.

What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Kayak, paddle, PFD
What's Not Included
  • Gratuity for our guides. If you like your tour, please tip your guide.
  • No sunscreen. Please bring your own.
  • NO Tickets for Jamestown Settlement Museum. You do NOT need tickets to kayak Jamestown Island.
Additional Information

Kayak from James City County Marina on calm water, Powhatan Creek and Back River, to Jamestown Island, known as the birthplace of America with the first successful English settlement in America dating back to 1607. This trip offers stunning views with lush marsh grasses, spectacular cypress trees, bald eagles and other wildlife. Try an early morning time for a peaceful trip and get a feel for what this area might have looked like when settled by the Virginia Company. The tour makes two stops to discuss and admire the fauna and flora as well as discuss the history of the Jamestown Settlement, archeologic discoveries, and the Powhatan Chiefdom that had earlier used Jamestown Island as hunting land.

To make this tour PRIVATE, you may purchase all 5 (five) spots. If you would like more than 5 (five), please contact the tour operator for group arrangements.

NOTE: ALL PARTICIPANTS (OR PARENT/GUARDIAN) ARE REQUIRED TO SIGN OUR HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT. INCLEMENT WEATHER MAY IMPACT TOUR.

Location
James City County Marina
Jamestown Road
We will meet at the kayak launch dock of James City County Marina. There is free parking at the Marina.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Anonymous
Jul 8, 2024
Something new to do in Williamsburg. - It was a lovely trip. Alanna, our guide, was sweet and let us enjoy our surroundings without too much talking. The kayaks were in great condition. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. If fact we are doing another kayak trip again this week!
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Rob
Jun 15, 2023
Fantastic kayak tour, excellent guide and sunset was beautiful! - Harlan was an excellent kayak guide! Two thumbs way up! He helped us feel comfortable with our kayaks and reviewed the basics. We then paddled on very calm water behind Jamestown Island and saw beautiful Cypress Trees, eagles, ospreys and what he called a "laughing gull". We stopped twice to tether our kayaks and talk about the wildlife and the Jamestown Settlement. I highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting Williamsburg.
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