Kayaking can be a new and wonderful way to explore local waterways. There are plenty of paddling experiences that require absolutely no experience and allow you to look at nature in an incredible new way. Take a look at this kayak eco-tour that combines the fun of easy paddling with one of Rhode Island’s most beautiful ponds.
Ninigret is located in southern Rhode Island. It is the largest of nine lagoons or salt ponds covering more than five-acres and located within the Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge in Charlestown.
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The Kayak Center of Rhode Island offers an adventurous three-hour tour of this coastal gem. Choose a stable single or double kayak for your trip.
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Ninigret is not crowded and sometimes still considered a secret gem hiding in southern Rhode Island. The waters are calm ensuring that even the beginner paddler feels at ease.
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You will visit a variety of coastal habitats on this kayak eco-tour. Guides will educate you while you also relax in this miraculous outdoor space.
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Explore salt marsh, sand flats, and eel grass beds to see a number of different species of wildlife.
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The coastal birds are absolutely majestic in their native environment so be sure to bring a camera along for your ride.
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You’ll not only want to watch the shore but the water beneath you. Ninigret Pond has an average depth of a little over four feet and as you glide along you can view the animals and plants under the water’s surface.
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The kayak eco-tour last for three hours and only cost $45 per person and it’s worth every penny. The Kayak Centre of Rhode Island will provide the gear for this incredible experience.
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Have you ever taken a kayak eco-tour on Ninigret Pond? How about a kayak tour somewhere else in the Ocean State? Tell us about your experiences in the comments section below.
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For more information on this kayak eco-tour visit the Kayak Centre website.
If you want to tour the water but don’t feel like paddling, try this gondola ride in Providence.
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