Welcome to Seneca Lake Kayak with Mountain Valley Guides!

 We have expanded into the Heart of the Finger Lakes region of New York to offer full service guided kayaking tours on Seneca Lake and the surrounding area. Under the supervision of a registered NYS Guide and ACA Kayaking instructor, we will provide you with the exceptional service our current clients have grown to expect from us and our new patrons will surely appreciate.  

Come paddle in the glacially created, pristine, crystal clear water that Seneca Lake has to offer while viewing the natural beauty of the surrounding lakeside including Hector Falls, the painted rocks, and fertile slopes that produce some of the finest, award winning wines in the country.

Centrally located in the quaint Village of Watkins Glen, on the southern end of Seneca Lake and the home of Watkins Glen International Speedway, the Seneca Lake Wine Trail, numerous wineries, breweries and distilleries, Mountain Valley Guides will provide you with an exceptional experience in and around the  Jewel of the Finger Lakes, Seneca Lake.

Kayaking tours include all necessary equipment, instruction and a knowledgeable guide. We feature touring kayaks from Wilderness Systems, Dagger and Perception.

Local lodging pick up may be available. Feel free to contact us for lodging recommendations as well.

We also rent kayaks based upon availability and paddler ability. Rental rates are $25/ hr for a single and $40/hr for a tandem kayak.Stand-up Paddleboards are also available at $25/hr

Cancellation Policy: 24 hour advance notice is required for full refund. Within 24 hours a 50% refund will be provided. No shows will not be refunded. In case of cancellation by guide due to inclement weather a full refund will be provided.

We look forward to serving you!

Thank you,

Paul and the rest of the staff