Trip: Alaska’s Otter Coast Expedition

Guide: Michael G.

It was the trip of a lifetime. Michael and Lisa did so much pre-planning that the experience was flawless, the company was great, and the paddling was exceptional. I will definitely be booking future trips with Uncommon Adventures in the future.

By Kristin K. on June 29, 2026

Trip: Alaska’s Otter Coast Expedition

Guide: Michael G.

From early planning sessions months before the trip to the celebratory “duck fart” shot after our final paddle stroke, Michael and Lisa curated a wonderful wilderness experience. Sea otters, humpback whales, digging for clams, fresh caught rockfish tacos, pickled kelp, warm tents, hot springs, strong morning coffee, delightful company, and stunning views of southeast Alaska’s islands, narrows, and snow-capped peaks viewed from our kayaks. I can’t imagine how this trip could have been better. Thank you, Michael and Lisa, for the incredible work you put in to create one of the most memorable travel experiences of our lives!

By Jill L. on June 28, 2026

Trip: Sleeping Bear Sampler Remix: Learn to Kayak Boot Camp

Guide: Lisa D., Michael G.

Michael and Lisa excelled at setting expectations for the weekend, as well as coaching gently. Most of all, they were patient with my questions.

By Kelly Y. on June 01, 2026

Trip: Sleeping Bear Sampler Remix: Learn to Kayak Boot Camp

Guide: Lisa D., Michael G.

Great skills training, knowledgeable instructors, and fun students

By . on May 26, 2026

Trip: Sleeping Bear Sampler Remix: Learn to Kayak Boot Camp

Guide: Michael G.

This was a fantastic way to get re-introduced to kayaking and improve my skills (and learn what I should work on). Michael is a great teacher and an interesting host. Cannot recommend more highly. Only downside is that early May in the Great Lakes (even in the small lakes) is the cold water. But even that was manageable because of the expert planning and approach of Michael.

By Matthew T. on May 25, 2026

Trip: Sleeping Bear Sampler Remix: Learn to Kayak Boot Camp

Guide: Michael G.

By Peter M. on May 19, 2026

Trip: Lower Keys House Based Adventure Week

Guide: Michael G.

A lovely week in a paddling paradise exploring beaches, islands, mangrove trails, and sea life below. Michael found us a good blend of challenge and safety on the water and spoiled us with scrumptious meals on land. The house we stayed in was very comfortable and ideal for launching and staging kayaks before and after trips. A wonderful week with fun fellow paddlers!

By Jill L. on April 15, 2026

Trip: Lower Keys House Based Adventure Week

Guide: Michael G.

By Lora A. on March 29, 2026

Trip: Tybee Island Ocean Skills (Manhattan Kayak)

Guide: Michael G., Lisa D., Tim Gallaway

3rd year in a row, we are enjoying kayaking around the world ... It is quite a special experience

By Lora A. on March 29, 2026

Trip: Ocean Skills Week (Tybee Island) w/ Optional Assessment

Guide: Michael G.

This trip was a great combination of learning some new skills, reinforcing some old ones, & getting experience with tidal flow and eddies. We learned that water can be behave quite squirrley around big sandbars! Mike and Lisa are very knowledgeable coaches. It was a wonderful group of people in a beautiful setting with a lovely comfortable cottage to come back to each night, only steps away from the beach. Mike and Lisa did a fantastic job of feeding us delicious food three times a day. Some of the most delicious food I have ever had anywhere! I wish I had had more energy at the end of the day to hang around and help while the cooking was happening so I could learn some of their secrets. They could easily turn this trip into a combination Kayak workshop and cooking school!!! A great time!

By Debra N. on November 18, 2025