Buckhorn State Park nature hike, kayaking tour, and fishing
Overview
Niagara Falls is downstream from Buckhorn Island State Park! Navigate the waters of the Niagara River streams as you kayak and hike upstream from the mighty Niagara Falls. Discover a nature preserve and bird sanctuary filled with the summer smells of orchids, asters and wildflowers of the marsh and meadows. Visit a natural bird sanctuary where turtles and wildlife thrive in the canopy and meadows of Buckhorn Island State Park in beautiful Grand Island, NY. Your guides are natives of Niagara Falls and Grand Island, and will hike with you through the trails while you learn the Niagara Falls history of exploration and the legend of The Maid of the Mist. Grand Island is home to the only heron rookery on the Niagara River, and on your hiking trail Great Blue Herons, Great Egrets, Black Crowing Night Herons and little green herons are in your sight. You will be treated to a local favorite for lunch, Buffalo wings and New York Pizza.
What's Included
- Lunch Kayak equipment included
- Kayaks
Meeting Location
East River Road
Grand Island, NY 14072, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Your local guide will start with a 1 hour leisurely kayak ride along a natural creek located in Buckhorn Island State Park, filled with natural smells and sounds of native bird, tree, dragonfly, flower and turtle species, which you will navigate and photograph. After kayaking, you will hike through the canopy of the park and golden meadow for approximately 1 hour along the mighty Niagara River. You'll see where the rapids begin to pick up right before you stop for lunch at the river's edge. Your guide will tell the tale of The Maid of the Mist of Niagara Falls, a bit of Grand Island and Niagara Falls history, and offer time on your own to explore and photograph the nature preserve and mist of the mighty Niagara Falls. Chicken wing or alternatively, subs or Indian lunch will be provided based on dietary needs.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(12)Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
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Activity code: C-396054P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (12)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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The maximum weight capacity for kayaking is 340 lbs / 154 kg.
Nov 2021No experience is necessary! Beginners are welcome on all of our kayak tours. Most of our guests have never been in a sea kayak before. Anyone in average physical condition may join a kayak tour. If you can hike or bike, you can paddle our sea kayaks. You do not need any swimming skills either.
The only prerequisite is a healthy spirit of curiosity and adventure.
Regardless of age or skill level you will find that our expeditions offer enough flexibility to make your experience with us safe and rewarding. We will show you proper sea kayaking technique and water safety before leaving the beach. And your expert guides will be with you throughout the adventure to give you pointers and improve your skills.
Sep 2022Yes. Whatever the fishing calls for: live bait, frozen bait, cut bait, or chum, our Charter Captains will have plentiful supplies on hand. The same thing goes for artificial bait such as lures, flies, or plugs.
Jul 2022Your safety is City Boat Tours‘s number one concern. In general, sea kayaking is safer than most other outdoor pursuits, even bicycling.
Jan 2023If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Lunch. Kayak equipment included.
- Kayaks.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 4. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Buckhorn State Park nature hike, kayaking tour, and fishing is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Buckhorn State Park nature hike, kayaking tour, and fishing will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- LunchKayak equipment included
- Kayaks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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