Kayaking the Eastern Shore: The Chesapeake and the Atlantic

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Kayak the shores, inlets and wildlife-abundant rivers of coastal Virginia with experts, learning about regional ecosystems and local history as you improve your kayaking technique.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • I enjoy getting my heart going on my bike or on trails
    • Nothing beats the thrill of taking on a rewarding climb or ride on varied terrain with inclines
    • Let’s keep moving — occasional stops only, please

What's this trip about?

    Kayak the shores, inlets and wildlife-abundant rivers of coastal Virginia with experts, learning about regional ecosystems and local history as you improve your kayaking technique.

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityWallops Island
End CityWallops Island

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Family Friendly
  • Cycling & Biking
  • Hiking & Walking
  • Birding
  • National Parks
  • Golf

Destinations

Activities

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

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Itinerary

Day 1 Check-in, Registration, Orientation, Welcome Dinner Wallops Island

Field station check-in from 3:00 p.m.

Program Registration: 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Come to the Road Scholar table in the lobby to register with the program staff and get your welcome packet containing your room assignment, up-to-date schedule that reflects any last-mi...

Day 2 Pocomoke River, Barrier Island Ecology & Tides Wallops Island

Getting in/out of vans. Driving approximately 30 minutes each way. Paddling about 6 miles throughout the day.

We will depart by field station van for the first paddle on the scenic Pocomoke River. Before heading out onto the water, we will introduce you to the w...

Day 3 Janes Island State Park, Salt Marsh Ecology Wallops Island

Getting in/out of vans; driving 32 miles, approximately 45 minutes to Janes Island State Park. Kayaking about 5 miles throughout the day.

Today's adventure will lead us through Janes Island State Park in the Chesapeake Bay. Winding through the small tidal inlets...

Day 4 Pocomoke River State Park, Simoneaston Bay Wallops Island

Getting in/out of vans; driving 30 minutes to Pocomoke River State Park. Kayaking about 1 mile in the morning and 4.5 miles in the evening.

We’ll head out by field station van to Pocomoke River State Park for a half-day paddle. This will allow us to kayak throug...

Day 5 Assateague & Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge Wallops Island

Getting in/out of vans. Kayaking about 4.5 miles in the morning. Driving up to 1.5 hours on the refuge.

Today's adventure will take us to Memorial Park, the site of the annual Pony Swim made famous by Marguerite Henry’s novel, ‘Misty of Chincoteague.’ We will st...

Day 6 Program Concludes Wallops Island

Field station check-out 9:30 a.m.

If you are returning home, safe travels. If you are staying on independently, have a wonderful time. If you are transferring to another Road Scholar program, detailed instructions are included in your Information Packet for that...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,169
Price per day$195
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Meals Included
  • Number of Breakfast: 5
  • Number of Lunch: 4
  • Number of Dinner: 5
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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