What to do and see in Homer, Alaska (AK): The Best Kayaking & Canoeing

August 26, 2021 Jasper Kershner

Homer is a nature lover's nirvana where common sights can include moose grazing, a black bear crossing the road or porpoises playing in the surf. The charming seaside city, overlooking Kachemak Bay and the Kenai Mountains, can be the starting point for a multitude of exciting adventures, including glacier skiing and viewing and guided kayak tours. Naturally splendid Kachemak State Park offers even more outdoor fun, with miles of excellent backcountry hiking trails. Explore nearby Halibut Cove, a unique fishing and artists' enclave where the roads are made of water. Or head to downtown Homer to sample delicious seafood, art galleries, museums and shops that sell locally made crafts. A trip to Homer would not be complete without casting a rod for salmon or halibut, the area's major catches. Head to the Homer Spit and try your luck from the shore or join a chartered fishing boat excursion. No matter which activities you choose, a weekend in Homer is sure to be an unforgettable experience.
Restaurants in Homer

1. St. Augustine's Sea Kayak And Day Tours

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St. Augustine's Sea Kayak And Day Tours

Our kayaking base camp is located on the south side of Kachemak Bay in outer Peterson Bay. We have day trips and overnight packages available at this location. The site is off the road system and accessible by our water taxi. We located our business site at our house address in Homer as we could not put our real business location on Trip Advisor map without a street address.

2. A Seaside Adventure

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A Seaside Adventure

Off the beaten path, A Seaside Adventure kayak tour is a truly enriching, memorable experience that goes far beyond a day of paddling. Our guided kayak tour gets you up close to marine wildlife and birds, and lets you explore the diverse intertidal zone We show you sites and artifacts of ancient Alaskan cultures, and serve you a delectable lunch with fresh local seafood and wild herbs. Relax at a leisurely, comfortable pace that allows you to explore and give you wonderful photo opportunities. Rick, local Naturalist and lifelong Alaskan, has guided tours in Kachemak Bay for close to 30 years with a spotless safety record, and shows unmatched knowledge and passion about this natural wonderland. Enjoy an individualized small group tour experience away from the road system, traffic and crowds. Come for the day, or stay a while in our waterfront cabin.

3. Just Add Water Adventures

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Just Add Water Adventures

Alaska is aptly known as "The Last Frontier." Experience its vast beauty and wonder in a fun and unique way on one of our Homer Alaska kayaking tours or kayak fishing tours in the Tutka Bay area. No experience necessary! Half-day and full-day tours available. We also offer water taxi service to Katchemak Bay.

4. Dragonfly Aero

Dragonfly Aero

I am a life long Alaskan who was raised in the Kachemak Bay area. I have over 35 years of Alaskan back-country flying experience and love to show visitors the wonderful areas around Kachemak Bay and the Kenai Peninsula. Introductory floatplane lessons, fly fishing on a quite lake, or paddling a kayak around a remote lake in search of photo opportunities.

5. True North Kayak Adventures

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True North Kayak Adventures

6. Three Moose Kayak Adventures - Halibut Cove

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Three Moose Kayak Adventures - Halibut Cove

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