Top Napa & Sonoma On the Water

Experience a different side of Napa Valley with this guided kayaking tour along the Napa River with a small group. Hop into a tandem kayak and paddle alongside your guide down the Napa River, while soaking up the scenery and learning about the area’s rich history, from the first settlers to the wineries. The tour departs from 700 Main Street, near downtown Napa.

Soar above Sonoma and Napa on this award-winning hot air balloon tour, launching at sunrise from a private airport site. Glide peacefully over vineyards, canyons, and into Napa Valley, away from the crowds below. Enjoy sweeping views from the Mayacamas Mountains to the San Francisco skyline. Your all-inclusive experience features pre-flight snacks, stunning scenery, and a celebratory champagne toast, making it an unforgettable way to see wine country.

Experience the Napa Valley’s natural beauty and rich history on a small-group kayaking tour of the Napa River. With your guide leading the way, hop in a comfortable and beginner-friendly kayak, and paddle down the valley’s waterways. Identify birds, see rare animal species, learn about the first people to settle the area, and see historic buildings damaged in the 2014 earthquake.

If you want to see more of Sonoma beyond the wineries, set off on an open-air adventure through the countryside on a fun and eco-friendly electric trike. Cruise alongside rolling vineyards and orchards on Sonoma's backroads, stopping along the way at both historic sites and culinary destinations. Of course, no day in Sonoma would be complete without wine, so you'll also stop at one or two locally loved wineries for a taste.

See downtown Napa in its most atmospheric light on a relaxed, small-group paddle timed around sunset. Launch from the Main Street Dock, receive a safety briefing and easy paddling instruction, then follow a local guide along the tidal Napa River. Watch evening reflections spread across the water, hear river stories, and keep an eye out for wildlife before returning to the same dock. Kayak, paddle, and life jacket are included, and no prior experience is required. Participants should be comfortable sitting in a kayak for approximately two hours and paddling at a relaxed pace on calm river water. No previous kayaking experience is required, but guests should have basic mobility, be able to step into and out of a kayak with assistance, and be comfortable on the water. This tour is not recommended for guests with serious mobility limitations, significant back or balance issues, or anyone unable to sit low in a kayak for the duration of the experience.