You might be thinking about learning how to kayak. It's fun and can be a relaxing time on the water. It can give you a unique perspective of the shoreline and it's a great way to spend a summer day. If you have never been in a kayak before, one of the best ways to learn is to take a kayak tour. While you might think that only experience kayakers take tours, you can learn the basics and have a great time on tour too.
Here are some reasons you should take a kayak tour if you have never paddled before.
They Provide All The Gear Needed
When you take a kayak tour you don't need to bring your own boat or paddle, the tour company will provide all the necessary gear you will need for your day on the water. This will include the kayak, paddle, lifejacket, bilge pump, and anything else you will need for a safe day on the water.
They will advise you on the clothing you should bring with you. This can include a swimsuit or shorts and a t-shirt that won't weigh you down if your boat overturns and you get wet. You should bring a lightweight jacket if needed, or a raincoat if the weather turns.
You should have a hat to protect against the sun and footwear that can resist water damage. If you are taking a kayak tour in colder waters, then your tour may provide you with a wetsuit to help keep you warm in the event the boat turns over.
You Will Be Taught The Basics
While you certainly can learn the basics of kayaking through a local class, it's more fun and enjoyable to learn to kayak on a kayak tour. You will learn everything you need to know to have a safe trip on the water.
You will learn how to adjust your positioning on the boat. For example, you will be taught to sit firmly against the backrest and how to balance yourself in the most comfortable position possible for you. You will learn how to position your legs and feet and how to use them to help control the boat's sideways rocking motion.
You will learn how to launch the kayak. You will receive help getting it into the water, but once you are comfortable with kayaking, they can teach you how to launch the boat on your own. You will also learn how to hold your paddle and how to paddle through the water in smooth strokes.
