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Tour Guide - Indio, CA

Indio, CA · On-site

$16.90/hr

Tour Guide The Tour Guide is the first point of contact for guests and owners, creating a welcoming ... Temporary and/or seasonal associates are ineligible for Paid Time Off. Medical Dental Vision ...

Travel + Leisure Co.

Tour Guide - Indio, CA

Indio, CA · On-site

$70K/yr

Tour Guide The Tour Guide is the first point of contact for guests and owners, creating a welcoming ... Note: Temporary and/or seasonal associates are ineligible for Paid Time Off. * Medical * Dental

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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary 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.

What is the difference between Temporary Kayak Tour Guide vs Seasonal Kayak Instructor?

AspectTemporary Kayak Tour GuideSeasonal Kayak Instructor
CertificationsCPR, First Aid, Basic kayaking skillsCPR, First Aid, Advanced kayaking or paddling certifications
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, guided tours, customer interactionOutdoor, instructional sessions, group classes
Employer & Industry UsageTour companies, outdoor recreationRecreation centers, outdoor education programs
Search & Comparison IntentJob roles involving guiding tourists temporarilyTeaching kayaking skills seasonally

The main difference is that a Temporary Kayak Tour Guide typically leads short-term, guided kayak tours for tourists, focusing on customer safety and experience. A Seasonal Kayak Instructor usually teaches kayaking skills over a season, often in a more instructional setting. Both roles require safety certifications, but the instructor role often demands more advanced paddling certifications and teaching experience.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Kayak Tour Guide job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,124 per year, or $18.8 per hour.

Seasonal Monorail Tour Guide

New York Aquarium

New York, NY

$18.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Job Description
Department: Rides
Location: Bronx Zoo
Title: Monorail Tour Guide
Employment Type: Temporary/Seasonal
Status: Non-Exempt
Grade Level: Hourly
Pay Range: $18.50/hour
Reports To: Supervisor
Schedule: Must be able to work weekends and holidays; weekday hours also available
Hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm, dependent on weather and guest attendance; schedule subject to change through the spring and summer. Occasional after-hours events.
Position Summary
Tour Guides ensure that our guests enjoy a fun-filled and educational experience on the Wild Asia Monorail.
**A valid Driver's License is mandatory**
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
    Providing educational and enthusiastic narrations to large groups on the Bronx Zoo Monorail
    Providing excellent service to guests, including maintaining general knowledge of park attractions and amenities, answering questions and finding ways to create a great guest experience, in accordance with WCS standards of guest service
    Helping guests enter and exit Monorail with special attention to children, elderly, and disabled patrons
    Maintaining order among guests waiting to enter ride and safely admitting the appropriate number of guests in a timely manner
    Monitoring area and communicating with guests to ensure their safety
    Maintaining cleanliness and organization of assigned work areas as instructed
    Completing other related assignments and helping others on the team as required
    Assist as needed with Event Programming events and special projects
PERKS of Working with Us:
    Free employee access to 5 Parks: Surround yourself with animals of all kinds and get the opportunity to interact and engage with like-minded colleagues.
    Complimentary Parking
    Five Complimentary Guest Park Tickets (After 45 days)
    Company-provided uniforms.
    Access to online learning and tuition discounts with Monroe College
    Earned Paid Sick Time
    Employee Assistance Program
    Free Banking
    Discounts at Food & Merchandise Concessions 
Location
    Bronx Zoo
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