Enjoy the best of
CONNECTICUT COASTAL KAYAKING
Welcome to some of the best sea kayaking in the world
Coastal Connecticut's waterways are beautiful, diverse, and very user-friendly.
Its large tidal rivers, smaller freshwater rivers, lakes, and marshes, along with
Long Island Sound's many beaches and islands, are made for kayaking.
These easy-to-paddle craft are perfectly suited to quietly explore the area's
tranquil nooks and crannies. In a kayak, birds and wildlife are easy to
observe, small streams and shallow marshes can easily be navigated, and
you feel connected to Nature in an intimate way.
Come explore some of our favorite places
Mystic Seaport
The Lower Connecticut River and Long Island Sound from the Thimble
Islands on the west to Watch Hill, RI on the east are our home waters. This
region is special and we're glad to share it with people who can appreciate
its natural beauty and historic charm. Come with us and enjoy southeastern
Connecticut's wildlife, tall ships, secluded beaches, cool green forests and
spectacular fall colors with our full day tours.
Come try out a sea kayak before you purchase one, sharpen your paddling
skills, or just have some fun. We offer a full range of three-hour Saturday
classes and private instruction. Also custom classes, tours and events for
groups, including yoga for paddlers. Class topics range from beginner to
advanced strokes and maneuvers, rescues, and Eskimo rolling. All boats
and equipment are provided or you can bring your own. Our instructors are
certified by the American Canoe Association and British Canoe Union.
What to bring
Wear a bathing suit and bring a hat, sun screen and towel. Sun glasses and a long
sleeve shirt are recommended. Synthetic materials are best.
"If we're not having fun, we're doing something wrong"
Jerry Wylie, Owner and lead instructor
Please contact us at 860-391-3837 or Paddle@CTcoastalkayaking.com
18 Oak Tree Lane, Lyme, CT 06371
Sue & Jerry Wylie


Kayak instruction and custom events
Thimble Islands
Griswold Island
Hamburg Cove