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Coastal Bend Kayak Tours, Rentals, Instruction, Fishing Professional Kayak Tour Guides & Instructors for the Texas Coastal Bend's Gulf Coast Since 1990! Call to Reserve: 361-537-8668 or 361-813-8537 Contact Us Here
Licensed by Texas Parks and Wildlife ~ Certified by American Canoe Association.
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Hector
Rios has been successfully guiding and instructing novice to experience
kayakers for over twenty-five years. Equipped with a wealth of ability
and skill, Hector gladly shares his knowledge and experience with people
of all ages. Tours cater to individuals from all walks of life and all
skill levels. Kayaking is a great team-building experience for corporate
groups. Hector loves working with children and welcomes those kids with
disabilities. (Learn more about Coastal Bend Kayak Youth Camps below.) A
pleasant demeanor, good sense of humor and genuine care of his clientele
ensures that all will have a safe, educational and fun day on the water!
Your professional guide is familiar with most of the resident birds as
well as the many migratory birds that call the Coastal Bend home each
winter. Tours by boat to see the endangered Whooping Cranes are offered
from mid-November thru early-April. If fast fishing action is what you're
seeking, your guides will take you those shallow flats and reefs - fishing
hotspots - where the trophy-size Redfish, Speckled Trout and seasonal
Flounder. You'll be fishing where no boat has gone before and the peace
and solitude offers a healthy break from sometimes hectic lifestyles.
Coastal
Bend Kayak takes the time to give proper instruction before anyone hits
the water. Kayakers will be given an introduction as to what to expect and
what to do should an emergency or possibly inclement weather or other
situation comes into play. A thorough instruction of all safety
precautions is presented as well as an "equipment check." This is
followed by an "on the water" demonstration by one of our
licensed and certified guides. And there's plenty more to learn once "you"
are on the water. Swimming isn't essential, but it could come in mighty
handy if a sudden squall blows through or if your kayak is damaged. As in
any outdoor activity - be smart, careful and always be prepared for the
unexpected. 
Consider Lessons or
a Refresher Course:
We
accommodate singles, couples, families, or groups on our trips. You’ll
meet interesting people like yourself from all over the globe, who share a
spirit of adventure, a love of nature, and a sense of humor. Expect to
make some great new friends! If you're a more experienced paddler who's
looking to go out on your own, you still might want to take a refresher
course from one of our licensed, certified instructors. Coastal Bend
Kayak offers guided kayak tours for every level of skill. All tours
promote safety, fun, and provide a fantastic learning forum for the young
and old alike. All trips are based upon the natural, ecological systems
that exist in the Aransas Bay complex waterways. Our staff are hands-on
instructors whose patience never seems to end. Equipped with a good sense
of humor and thorough knowledge, it's no wonder that folks keep coming
back for his tours again and again. It's important that children recognize
and understand the importance of the eco-system and Coastal Bend Kayak encourages
parents to come along as well! You'll receive expert instruction for a
safe and fun kayaking adventure! 
You
are never to young or old to learn how to kayak, however....we recommend
age 12 for kids, and as for the other end of the equation...if you're old
enough to wonder if you can still do it...give us a call. You might be
surprised. It is preferred that a person know how to swim, but certainly
not essential. PFDs (personal floatation devices or life vests) are
provided and they will protect you. It is highly recommended that you
wear closed-toe shoes for your tour. Oyster beds and shell reefs hurt
feet; water shoes are OK too.
We
like to stay current with the top equipment in the business. Coastal Bend
Kayaks features Ocean Kayaks®,
Heritage Kayaks®
and Bic Sport Kayaks®, three of the most
popular names in today's kayak market. Choose from a mixture of single and
double kayaks, with ample room for trip supplies. We go 2 per tent for
multi-day trips; singles will be accommodated where possible. You'll be
given a check list of items to bring when you book your trip and reserve. 
Weather
& Seasonal Info:
We are just 20 minutes from downtown Corpus
Christi, 3 hours from San Antonio, 4 hours from Austin and 3 hours from
Houston. HEB Grocery and Wal-Mart are conveniently located and perfect
for picking up those last minute items like sunscreen, snacks and your
favorite cold drinks. There is an ATM located inside the store as well as
gas.
