Bioluminescence Kayak Camping Tour on Tomales Bay

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Embark on an unforgettable adventure to witness the renowned bioluminescence of Tomales Bay while kayak camping on a boat-in only beach. 

Our knowledgeable guides will lead you to prime viewing spots, ensuring you don't miss a moment of this phenomenon. It's not just about the bioluminescence though, we will create our basecamp on the beach, where you can relax under the starry sky and enjoy tasty meals prepared by us. 

Join us for a world-class journey into the magical world of bioluminescence, where every moment promises wonder and enchantment.

Our journey starts at Miller Boat Launch at 10 am for a meet and greet, where we will organize and load personal and group camping gear into our tandem sea kayaks.  Once loaded and geared up, your guide will go over the route plan and safety briefing. 

Around 11 am we will launch our kayaks and paddle over to the Point Reyes National Seashore, observing the landscape and wildlife, while your guide weaves in the natural and cultural history of the area. 

Once we arrive at our campsite, we will unload our boats, set up camp and have lunch.  If weather permits, we’ll paddle north toward the mouth of Tomales Bay for more paddling or south to Marshall Beach for a hike. After our afternoon activities, we’ll gather in the kitchen back at camp to prepare a meal together. 

Once the sun sets, we’ll launch our kayaks and explore along the shoreline in search of bioluminescent dinoflagellates, tiny plankton that sparkle throughout the water column with each stroke of your paddle. You’ll spend the night cozied up in your tent on the sand at the water's edge.

The next morning, we’ll have a leisurely breakfast and pack up camp.  The journey back to the boat launch provides another opportunity for wildlife viewing. Once at the launch, we will unload our kayaks and say goodbye for now. 

Camping beach and route will be decided on the day of the event, based on local weather and tide conditions, as well as the presence (or absence) of other park patrons.

Miller Boat Launch

Marshall, CA

Private Tours Available

2025 BIOLUMINESCENCE KAYAK  CAMPING DATES

5/24-25, 6/14-15, 7/19-20, 8/16-17, 9/13-14, 

10/11-12, 11/8-9

LUNAR ECLIPSE KAYAK CAMPING TOUR

3/13-14

• All meals
• Tandem Sea Kayak 
• Tent 
• Sleeping Bag/ Liner/ Pad 
• Headlamp
• 20L Dry Bag
• Camp Chair
• Food Storage (Large Rat Sack)
• Orientation & Gear Shakedown
• Permits
• 3% national park fee that passes through directly to Point Reyes
• Experienced Guides

• Base Layer Tops and Bottoms (Lightweight, Synthetic or Wool)
• Fleece/Wool Gloves
• Fleece/Wool Hat
• Shoes for kayaking and for camp
• Hiking Pants (Quick-Dry, Lightweight)
• Hiking Socks (Synthetic or Wool)
• Insulated Jacket and/or Vest
• Long Sleeve Shirts (Synthetic, Lightweight)
• Personal Hygiene Kit: (biodegradable soap, toothpaste, toothbrush, personal wipes, etc...)
• Prescription Medications
• Sunblock and Lip Balm
• Water bottle
• Guide gratuity (industry recommendation is 10-20% of trip cost)

Indulge in a variety of delicious meals crafted to fuel you on all of our adventures. 

To elevate both taste and nutrition, we enhance our meals with a range of flavorful spices, herbs, oils, cheeses, butter, sugar, and fresh or dried fruits and vegetables. For on-the-go snacking, we offer an assortment of trail mix, snacks, and dried fruits for you to enjoy at your leisure. 

We happily accommodate various dietary preferences and restrictions, such as vegan, vegetarian, kosher, and non-gluten diets, as well as food allergies.

2-12 (Public Tours)

Larger tours available for private groups.