Kayak the Monuments
See Georgetown, the monuments, and Virginia Riverfront from the water! Stop at Roosevelt Island, then paddle over to the Georgetown waterfront.
Calleva provides all necessary paddling gear and a knowledgeable guide.
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Itinerary:
- Meet and greet Calleva Instructor at Columbia Island Marina
- Get fitted for Personal Floatation Device (PFD), Paddle, and Kayak
- Head out through the boundary channel and into the Potomac River
- Stop at Theodore Roosevelt Island
- Paddle to the Georgetown waterfront, past Rock Creek, and the Tidal Basin all while learning the rich history of the DC area.
- Paddle up the south end of the boundary channel back to Columbia Island Marina
Location: Columbia Island Marina
Cost: $145
4 Hours: 12- 4 pm
All equipment included
2023 Dates: May 20 and 21, June 10 and 11, July 8 and 9, Aug 5 and 6, Sept 9 and 10
Ages 12+
Paddle Pennyfield
Explore a part of the Potomac River that you can only experience from the seat of your kayak. During this trip we will be weaving between islands looking for bald eagles, turtles, and other types of wildlife that live on the shores surrounded by summer foliage, we might even take a quick swim! No experience necessary for this amazing adventure.
Calleva provides all necessary paddling gear and a knowledgeable guide. Ages 12-120
Itinerary:
- Meet your group at Pennyfield Lock
- Get fitted for Personal Flotation Device (PFD), Paddle, and Kayak
- Launch on Muddy Branch Creek
- Paddle into the Potomac River
- As you paddle between islands your guide will point out historical points, wildlife, and local lore
- Paddle back to Pennyfield Lock.
Location: Pennyfield Lock
Cost: $145
4 Hours, 1-5 pm
All equipment included
2023 Dates: May 14, June 4 and 25, Aug 19, Sept 16
Ages 12+
Potomac Adventure Tour
Your first whitewater experience in the easy to use sit-on-top kayaks! In this no experience necessary river tour, you will get acquainted with your one-person kayak and gear on the flat water of Seneca Creek. Then paddle under the historic sandstone aqueduct into the wide Potomac River! You will cruise down the waves and fast current of a class II section of whitewater called the Seneca Breaks. End your trip with a float past islands and greenery before taking out at the boat ramp at Pennyfield Lock!
Calleva provides all necessary paddling gear, a knowledgeable guide, and shuttle back to your car.
Itinerary:
- Meet and greet Calleva Instructor at Riley’s Lock
- Get fitted for Personal Floatation Device (PFD), Helmet, Paddle, and Kayak
- Head out Seneca Creek and into the Potomac River
- Paddle down the Seneca Breaks
- Enjoy scenery and wildlife
- Paddle up Muddy Branch Creek to the boat ramp
- Take a shuttle bus back to Riley’s Lock
Location: Riley’s Lock
Cost: $145 for Single Kayak, $250 for Double
4 Hours: 10 am – 2 pm
All equipment included
2023 Dates: May 27, June 17, July 15, Aug 19, Sept 16
Ages 12+
Moonlight River Experience
Find your zen under the stars while kayaking on the Potomac River. This 4 hour tour starts with an introduction to your gear along side a cook-out style dinner. We will launch on the scenic Seneca Creek, get some basic instruction, and head out to the Potomac River to enjoy the night-scape.
Calleva provides all necessary paddling gear, dinner, and a knowledgeable guide.
Itinerary:
- Meet your guide at Riley’s Lock
- Enjoy a cookout-style dinner
- Get fitted for Personal Flotation Device (PFD), Paddle, and Kayak
- Launch before sunset on Seneca Creek
- Paddle into the Potomac River and see the beauty of the night-scape
Location: Riley’s Lock
Cost: $155
4 Hours, 6-10 pm
All equipment included
2023 Dates: June 3, July 3, Aug 1 & 30, Sept 29
Ages 12+