Definitely would recommend! I’ve never been kayaking and had a great time and never got too tired. The guides were really nice and great about letting everyone go at their own pace. Saw plenty of dolphins, but even without those it was fun and would definitely recommend. I got a double with my mom and it was a great bonding experience, but only if you’re a good communicator. It’s definitely physical, so I wouldn’t recommend if you’re unable to exercise, but I never work out and I was having a great time. It’s also very relaxing to take a break and stick your feet in the water for a bit

My wife surprised me with a Sunset Kayak Tour of the Norfolk Botanical Gardens for our 31st Anniversary! Even though NBG is one of our favorite places and we have been there many times before, Adam, our Tour Guide for Kayak Nature Tours, Ltd., made it a novel and breathtaking experience. Our group was small enough to feel close and to hear the comments and insights Adam provided through his experience in this unique estuary environment where the saltwater of the lower Chesapeake Bay meets the fresh of the Little Creek. The evening was the perfect time to go since the wildlife of the Gardens and the Creek were coming in to roost (flocks of cormorants and ducks with smaller groupings of Osprey and Great Blue Herons). Adam described the ecological web for us as well as gave a historical backdrop of this unique hidden sanctuary that exists in the midst of suburban, military and commercial aviation development. We were able to see parts of the NBG we had never seen before and from a whole different perspective. We are no newcomers to kayaking and found the equipment provided to be well up to the task and comfortable. We had several with us who were newer to this form of water excursion and mastered in quickly under Adam's tutelage. I saw further demonstration of this company's commitment to their mission and customers when I realized getting home that I had forgotten my cell phone in my life jacket! In a panic I called and left a message at Kayak Nature Tours fearing it would be days before I would hear back. Amazingly the next morning at 0800 I heard from Randy that not only did he have my phone but would (and did!) deliver it to me that morning despite my being in Hampton, miles and a very unpredictable tunnel away. I wholeheartedly recommend this company and am looking forward to trying some of their other excursions.

We did the Northwest River, Great Dismal Swamp tour on 9 April 22, and it was just great! Randy and Bonita are incredibly friendly and professional. The kayaks are in great shape, too. They an efficient but informative overview about how to adjust the kayak, sit, and paddle, then we were off. It was a sunny spring day and the river was gorgeous. Lots of unexpected flowers and colors. We'd do it again in a heartbeat.

Our Kayak Dolphin Adventure on First Landing Beach was a fun experience! The guides are polite, patient, and relaxed. It was exhilarating to be on the water and see the local fauna up close. You are free to go at your own pace, explore at your leisure and comfort level, and we felt very safe the entire time. The tour is moderately priced and of great value in my opinion, with rentals included. I definitely see this as a must-do for tourists, especially if travelling as a family or group of friends. For locals, this is just a regular daily occurrence, swimming with the dolphins that pass through the Bay.

We took our granddaughters to Virginia Beach for a vacation. This was the highlight of our week - a wonderful experience we will never forget. We saw several dolphins!