#1 on Trip Advisor!
Topping the charts for Mackinac activities, we're proud to make paddling adventures and instructional tours accessible to all ages, & one of the best things to do on Mackinac Island! Book your tour now to get your own 5 star experience!
TripAdvisor Hall of Fame
5 consecutive years of receiving the Certificate of Excellence
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Mackinac Lakeshore
Learn to paddle on the calm waters in the bay & marina, or explore natural rock formations, wildlife, & lighthouses of Mackinac Island, Mackinaw City, St. Ignace, Round Island, & Bois Blanc Island. more >>

New Private Tours!
By popular demand, you may now choose to book any tour as a Private Tour for your group. Customize the destination and time for an exclusive experience of Lake Huron!
Our tours fill up fast! Don't miss your chance to experience Mackinac from a whole new perspective! Come see why we are Mackinac's #1 rated tour: Book online now. more >>

About Us
Our professional guided tours & rentals give you the best experience of the water aboard your choice of single kayak, tandem kayak, or stand up paddleboard. Our guides have been paddling the local waterways for over 20 years, and will show you the best of Mackinac from the water, providing you with a safe and rewarding experience every time. more >>

Book a Lesson
Whether it's your first time kayaking, or you've kayaked too many times to count, we have the perfect paddling lesson for you!
For beginners, we cover all of the basics you need to know before our adventure. We assist you into and out of your kayak or paddle board for your safety. Follow your guides to easily navigate harbor boat traffic.
Advanced instruction covers proper usage and care for your equipment, how to easily get back in your kayak in case of capsize, and surfing techniques for riding Lake Huron's waves.
Kayaking is safe and fun when you stick to the rules! more >>

How to Find Us
Our Mackinac Island location is on the beach of historic Mackinac Island, Michigan, behind Doud's Deli and the Horse Corral Mall. Follow the rock path between the buildings to the boats. You can see us from the ferry boats, we are adjacent to the Sheplers Dock. We also have a retail location in the Horse Corral Mall.

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