Have Fun In The Summer With Nashville Kayak Trips

By Angela Lewis


When it comes to skyline views, Nashville is at the top with some of the largest cities in America. The view of the city from the Cumberland River is often described as out of this world. The river is also known to be a perfect spot from which to view wildlife, farms and river houses at the city outskirts. If you were planning something fun for your summer vacation, you should certainly try Nashville kayak trips.

As the Cumberland snakes its way past the city during summertime, so do numerous kayakers looking to find out what lies in its path. The summer months are always high traffic. This is a time when many of the tour firms that operate in the area register full bookings. Make sure you inquire about your tour before peak season commences in April and kayaks may not be available for booking.

The skyline is not the only enthralling thing about the area, as evidenced by the presence of many jaw dropping tributaries, historical sites and caves. The river has an incredible ecosystem that consists of fish, purple martins, turtles, beavers and blue herons. As there are lots of great spots to take pictures from during kayaking expeditions, make sure you carry a camera that is water resistant.

Most tour companies schedule their trips to run all through the week from morning till evening. The prices depend on the size of your kayak. For instance, two seat kayaks cost more than the one seat options. The same goes for canoes. Fortunately, this should not come as a surprise as the companies always post all the information their clients need on their websites.

There are two kayaking routes that the agencies like to use. One of them is the one from Shelby Park to Cumberland Park in the downtown region. This is a one hour route. The other alternative is the Opryland to Shelby Park route. It lasts two hours as it is further than the other one.

One important factor to bear in mind when planning your finances is taxation. You want to ensure your tour company comes clean on its charges. One or two may not disclose details about tax fees only to surprise you on the ground. As stated before, pricing also depends on kayak capacity and journey length. It would be judicious to check these factors out before traveling.

The booking process is quite simple. Almost all the tour firms insist on email and phone bookings. This should be a plus for you as you do not have to be there to reserve your space. It is also always better to know the cost prior to traveling. Imagine finding out the trip is too costly for you once on the ground.

If you were wondering whether to travel in your RV, you will be glad to know that there are enough parking spaces around. There are spacious parking lots at Shelby and Cumberland Parks. The only exception to this is during events. Do not forget your sunglasses, hat, sunscreen and watertight storage bag. Most importantly, remember to pack your camera to capture memorable moments.




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