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Richmond Kayak Tours

Relaxing two-person kayak tours on the James River waterways

Book a guided kayak tour with us!  We specialize in gorgeous routes that are 100% Flatwater.  The calmness means you get to look around and take in the surroundings as you and a friend glide on top of the water.  Our kayaks are stable, extremely comfortable, easy-to-use, and our guides will take you to the best spots this area has to offer! 

Whether you are a novice, have never stepped foot in the water, or have a ton of experience and want to meander through the streams tandem style, bring someone and experience the joy of being in a kayak.  If you book alone, that’s perfectly fine too, we will absolutely accommodate you.

We can’t wait to see you.  The water is waiting!

Three Unique Experiences

In the heart of the city there is flatwater on the James River.  We want to guide you there! Linger where city and nature meet.  The hustle and the bustle of the town is just out of reach from the nature preserved by our Richmond City Parks and we have found where they collide.  Saunter around the flatwater of the James as our guides show you where you can find some of the best sites this route has to offer.

This journey appeals to all!  Meander through the calm waters of a uniquely charming and little known stretch of the historic Kanawha Canal.  Whether you are a novice who has never sat in a kayak or an expert born paddle-in-hand, you will discover a special sense of enchantment along this intimate waterway loaded with expansive views and photo opportunities – and a great introduction to the history of life along the James River.

Serenity.  We’ve found it at Maidens Landing.  There is a peace that can only be found on sections of the flatwater away from the hustle and bustle.  We found the calm and we want to show it to you! Come linger just outside of town and into nature.  The city noise is just out of reach as you saunter around the flatwater of the James and our guides show you around.  Sandy beaches, cozy islands, and clear, calm water.  You have to experience this!

Reviews from Visitors

"My wife and I chose this kayak tour to celebrate her birthday. We had a blast seeing our hometown from the water. It was a great time and we will absolutely be back!"
Sam
Richmond, VA
"I wanted to do something fun with my friend and we found Tandem Adventures. We did an afternoon tour and explored the canal. It was a lot of fun and I'd do it again in a heartbeat."
JAne
Richmond, VA