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As of Jul 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for kayak tour guide in the United States is $18.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Kayak Tour Guide, you need strong paddling skills, water safety knowledge, and a good understanding of local geography and wildlife, often supported by certifications such as CPR, First Aid, and relevant guiding accreditations. Familiarity with kayak equipment, navigation devices, and safety gear is essential for managing tours effectively. Exceptional communication, leadership, and customer service skills help create memorable experiences and ensure guest safety. These abilities are vital for managing group dynamics, adapting to changing conditions, and providing safe, enjoyable tours for all participants.

What is a Kayak Tour Guide job?

A Kayak Tour Guide leads groups on kayaking excursions, ensuring safety while providing information about the area’s wildlife, history, and natural features. They teach paddling techniques, assess weather and water conditions, and respond to emergencies if necessary. Guides must be knowledgeable, personable, and physically fit to navigate various water environments.

What does a typical day look like for a Kayak Tour Guide?

A typical day as a Kayak Tour Guide involves preparing equipment, greeting participants, providing safety briefings, and leading groups on guided excursions that showcase the area's natural beauty. You’ll be responsible for monitoring group safety, sharing insights about local wildlife and landmarks, and assisting guests with various skill levels. Collaboration with other guides and support staff is common to ensure smooth logistics and guest satisfaction. Days can vary depending on weather and group size, so flexibility and strong organizational skills are key to success in this role.

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Infographic showing various Kayak Tour Guide job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,124 per year, or $18.8 per hour.

Retail Water Sport Store

101 Water Sports LLC

San Rafael, CA • On-site

$30K - $60K/yr

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

We are looking for a general manager and sales floor professionals with experience in retail. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years’ experience in the retail space with experience in managing people. With that said we are able to train candidates that have the right stuff. A passion for paddle or wind sports is key.

Job Duties

· Manage and Motivate a staff of 8-10 people

· Produce and Maintain Staff Scheduling

· Oversight of daily rental operations

· Oversight of daily retail operations

· Ownership of inventory accuracy& all product receiving

· Ecommerce order processing

· Retail Sales

· Optional if qualified – SUP or Kayak Instruction

· Optional is qualified – Tour Guide Lead

Overview

· 5 Days a week / 40 hours a week with a flex schedule option

· Working at least 2-4 weekend

· 10 days paid vacation.

· Annual bonus commensurate with personal performance in concert with business performance.

· No Health Insurance Yet.

· Extensive perks for use of shop gear for free as well as extensive discounts on gear purchases.

· $50-60k salary based on experience

Company Description

101 Surf Sports is a multi-sports watersports Super Store located in San Rafael, Ca. We offer lessons, rentals, and sales from the top brands in the industry. With a landmark shop located right on the water our focus is on a world class experience for our customers. While we support many sports the primary driver of the business is paddle sports.
The sports we support include SUP, Surfski, Kayak, Wingsurfing, Foiling, Outrigger Canoe, Surfing, and prone paddleboarding. Unlike most shops our focus is on hard goods and technical apparel over lifestyle goods so technical product knowledge is a plus.