As my friend and I canoed down the river, we passed someone who heard us mention paddleboarding…read more She immediately recommended we check out the Sunset & LED Glow Tour SUP and raved about it. We're so glad we did! JD, our guide, gave us wetsuits, showed us how to stand up/paddle/fall/get back on (my friend was new and did great, I've gone quite a few times and learned some new tips), and then we paddled together into the sunset on a clear Lake Superior. The LED lights lighting up the water around our boards were awesome! It was a chilly evening, but our wetsuits kept us pretty warm. The boards are really stable and no one fell. Beginners can definitely do this. We felt comfortable and safe the whole time which let us really enjoy the serene evening on the lake. The company owners are also the guides and they are very attentive. This is a high quality company. The experience was worth it and we recommend it! Great guide, great experience, great company! It would be cool to see the Pictured Rocks this on a SUP and take a swim.

AMAZING EXPERIENCE!! I am going to list a couple of pros and cons for this place but no matter what…read morecompany you choose, go kayak pictured rocks. Incredible formations of land that you can't see anywhere else. I lived in Michigan for 20 years and had no idea the Upper Peninsula held the treasures we got to see! Pros: -The guides had a ton of energy and were very patient with the people in our group. We had a great group of good listeners and that helped but our guide was also very flexible and let us veer off into the waters without having to stick super close to us. -The time of day that we went really made a difference. We chose the "sunset" tour so we were able to see the pictures rocks around 4-6pm . Though this is not sunset, it was still pretty to see the sun reflecting off the different colors of the rocks and formations. -the ability to just hop on a bus and hop in a kayak without carrying them helped as well. It just made everything really easy and seamless. Cons: -the bus to the launch off site didn't have A/C which was fine, but we just sat there waiting for other buses to unload and I think that could have been done a little differently. It was too hot to have thirty people sweating in a bus. -tour time said 6 hours but we only kayaked for 3.5 which was fine but maybe make it clear on the site that the bus time would take a hour round trip -I also would have suggested just an hour for lunch, being able to get out and eat our lunch on the beach was great but I didn't need to be there for 1.5 hours, I would have rather done a shorter lunch and gotten back sooner Overall, amazing and an outstanding time we had!

I am honestly disgusted by the complete lack of organization, professionalism, communication, and…read morecustomer service I experienced with Uncle Ducky's / Paddling Michigan. I traveled from out of town for this experience. I spent money on lodging, gas, food, planning, and preparation for this trip -- far more effort and care than your company appeared willing to put into operating the tour itself. I arrived around 15 minutes early for the stated 2:30 PM meet time for the 3:00 PM launch and was immediately met with a completely locked building, no guide present, no organized check-in, no signage, no information regarding equipment, dry bags, footwear, launch procedures, or where guests were even supposed to be. Over the next 20+ minutes, I watched multiple confused guests continue arriving while company-associated employees sat nearby offering little to no proactive information despite clearly knowing the situation. Guests were left wandering around trying to figure out whether the tour was even happening. A shuttle eventually arrived AFTER the meet time had already passed, and when I directly asked for information regarding the tour, I was told they "had to figure that out." That is an absolutely insane thing to hear after guests have already arrived for a guided kayaking excursion. The employees present either had no ability to contact management or were unwilling. Nobody appeared to be in charge. No guide was present. No leadership existed. No confidence was inspired whatsoever. As a former kayaking guide myself, I have never seen a guided outdoor operation run this poorly. If your company is not going to have staff physically present at the meeting location, then guests should be meeting directly at the launch site. At the absolute minimum, the guide should already be there before guests begin arriving. Instead, what I experienced was confusion, silence, disorganization, unprepared employees, and complete operational incompetence from a company responsible for leading people out onto Lake Superior. Considering Lake Superior is one of the most dangerous and unpredictable freshwater lakes in the world, the level of disorganization and lack of professionalism this company displayed was completely unacceptable. At that point I chose not to participate because I had absolutely no confidence in the professionalism or management of the experience. Frankly, I would not trust this company with my outdoor experience if they had the last kayaks on earth. Thankfully, I spent the evening exploring Pictured Rocks and Lake Superior with my dog instead, which ended up being infinitely more enjoyable than wasting my afternoon standing in a parking lot waiting for someone to explain whether the tour was even functioning.

They explained the options well and had the pricing very well described. Kayaking on the River is a…read moresafer option for folks who don't want to deal with Lake Superior and have a tighter budget.

We took advantage of the shoulder season lull & had a fantastic 2.5 hour paddle down the winding Au…read moreTrain River. Otters, ducks & turtles galore along the shores, and a bald eagle flying overhead. It wasn't a mindless ride--we did have to keep eyes out for submerged tree trunks--but for the overwhelming majority of the time, the mild current supported us all the way through with moderate paddling/steering. The water was between 1'-10' deep, so little ones or skittish swimmers should wear a life jacket. Personally, I wouldn't send teens, tweens or younger down this river on their own unless they know how the basics of how to paddle and how to read the water (such as, ripples mean something is under the surface, water plants bend in the direction of the current). Bring water, snacks & sunscreen, and maybe bug repellent (I got two bites but wasn't wearing repellent). We were given very clear directions about where to get out (just after Doucette Bridge, on the right side next to the big sign with their name on it). Our kayaks & paddles were in good working order; we each got a 12' "yellow one."

I love this place. What a great B&B in a special place in a special home. A beautiful home with…read morelots of space. We stayed in the balcony room which was quaint and spacious. The location is excellent as it is walking distance from the downtown bars and restaurants. We had the charcuterie board upon our arrival prepared by the host. It was excellent we sat and enjoyed the charcuterie with a great bottle of wine. We purchased from the local grocery store, which was very nice. I might add. We also had wonderful conversation with the other guests. Our breakfast the next morning was delicious.

As soon as we stepped into the Blue Mystique Inn, we knew this was something special. Owner Liz has…read morecreated a space with rooms that are wonderfully appointed yet still cozy with the warmth of the fireplace, the candles, and the music. As for the Chef's Table experience, it's hard to know where to start. Chef Joshua Curtis is charming and approachable without ever dominating - so full of culinary insights and clear descriptions of flavors. He prepared a six course meal just for us. We were extra challenging diners as one of us is vegetarian and the other is not. He accomodated us both seamlessly. Our courses were similar in flavor combinations, just slightly altered so as to incorporate either meat or non-meat options. The man is truly an artist. He guided us through the entire dining adventure with his expertise and his warmth. Each plated dish was unique, satisfying, and beautifully presented. We have been lucky enough to travel to some pretty cool places over the years and dine in some pretty special restaurants. We honestly are having trouble thinking of an evening out that was as special as our evening at The Blue Mystique Inn.

I have to disagree with some of the reviews I've read about this place so far. As far as surf…read morehouses go, this one is my go-to. The service is prompt but gruff, although still very traditional of that surf house feel. I'd recommend this place above any others, don't believe what you've read. As a surf house , they can really deliver.

Yooper Yachts is a smaller local and family-run operation and it shows in the personal service that…read moreyou receive. I reserved my experience on their website and received a personal confirmation from Raya via text message in less than 15 minutes. Raya answered all my questions in advance of the event quickly and with great detail. Yooper Yachts was the only company I found that allowed for single kayaks, as I was booking alone and didn't want to be paired with a stranger. My tour was run by Rick and Bob (father/son team) were super friendly and helpful. My group was 7 total kayakers (two tandem kayaks and three singles). We all met at the meet point, and after a short drive and set of instructions, we were in the water. The tour was fantastic. Rick provided a personal touch...learning everyone's names and getting to know them and providing interesting stories about the rock formations and area insights. Rick and Bob could not be nicer and more genuine. They gave us the freedom to roam and explore a bit on our own but were always close by if we needed them. They provided all of the required equipment, which was in great shape. They also had Dramamine available if we needed it. Honestly this is the best experience I could have hoped for in a tour of Pictured Rocks. You can really count on Yooper Yachts, they are very dependable and are a fun outfit!

From the owner: Single or tandem kayaks available! We provide a more personal tour of Pictured Rocks National…read morelakeshore by small group sizes and also private tours. Our guides were born and raised in Munising Michigan so true YOOPER guides here. They are ACA certified with all sea kayaking training and wilderness first aid. We are a small family veteran owned business and provide discounts to groups 3 or more plus your own guide if you’d like. Check out our website yooperyachts.com and our reviews!

Sue is an absolute rockstar. We called the night before and she got us all set up for an early…read moremorning solo kayak rental. Checking in was easy. She fit the equipment and had us test everything out before going to the water. She set up a route for us on the map according to our skill and time. Even recommended a few sights to see and a small hike. Overall just awesome

From the first contact with Sue to arrange our tour to a perfect paddle with Tim on Lake Huron…read moreseeing the absolute best of Les Cheneaux Islands, to Tim's recommendation for a post-paddle hike, we had the perfect U.P. day! We were looking for an adventure with our new-ish kayaks. We fortuitously read a Michigan tourism magazine tucked into the Chicago Tribune; the magazine featured a story about kayaking in Les Cheneaux with Woods & Waters. It sounded great! Though we are comfortable on the water, we thought it would be good to have a guide in an area new to us -- and Tim was a perfect guide for our half-day paddle! We learned so much about this beautiful and interesting area, saw an eagle and its nest, did a quick mid-paddle hike to get an amazing view to go with our rock skipping and gained a few kayaking skill tips that will make us better kayakers. It certainly was a bonus that the water and weather cooperated -- water like glass and just enough sun. Tim - thanks for the advice to do the Narnia hike - that was our afternoon adventure! We ended our day at Les Cheneaux Distillers. The day couldn't have been better. We loved our paddle so much and felt comfortable with our newfound knowledge from Tim that we went back for a quick paddle the next morning. We wish we could have stayed on the water all day! Thank you Sue and Tim. We will see you next time!

We had a blast doing this for my friend's bachelorette weekend. James and Casey were amazing. The…read moregear was good quality and kept us warm; and the spring rafting was thrilling and fun! The photos were amazing quality and we got hot chocolate at the end of it!

This place is amazing! We came for a short amount of time…read moreand packed a LOT in! I wish we had more time! We stayed at the Peshtigo outpost, but did activities at both Peshtigo and Menominee outpost. At the Peshtigo outpost, there are camping facilities for any level of camper. Tenting to cabin with bathroom and kitchen. Let me start with the booking... they were so fantastic at setting up a great itinerary for us for our short stay! The zipline was awesome, and the views were beautiful! We did the rafting at Peshtigo in single person rafts and it could not have been more fun and picturesque! The alpine tower was tricky for me, but not for the rest of my group, they soared through it! EVERY SINGLE guide we had was so friendly and so kind! We can't wait to come back and stay longer! Thank you Wildman!!!

If you haven't been white water rafting, I suggest you go. You might pee** yourself a little but it…read moreis so worth it!! It's a good hike up in cheese land and I was only expecting maybe a class 2 or 3 (class 6 being the highest). Big surprise when we did a class 4. Sounds scary I know, but I learned that picking the right guide/ tour company is key. It makes a difference when it comes to safety and your overall experience. NA is all about having fun but being safe. The owner and our guide Matt was hilarious but also made sure that we knew what we were doing to keep us far away from any injury's. And like he said you really get to know the people in your raft because at some point you will be on top of them. There actually isn't a whole lot of rowing and the intense portions go by in a flash but at least with the help of a hiking trail and another boat you end up doing the intense parts twice. Other then that you are shooting the shit with Matt and the others in your group. Matt has a wealth of knowledge about the area and about "adventure" type stuff. I think it was the perfect combo of relaxing and heart racing experience. I would tell you more but to be honest this is really something you should experience for yourself. I will say that we all had a blast and not one of us ended up in the water... well, at least not from the rapids. I would totally do this again!! ** You're not actually allowed to pee in or out of the boat. Matt will ask you if you would like for him to come to your work and pee on your desk or something, no, then don't pee at his place of work.

We had an unbelievable day out on the river yesterday. Ben, our tour guide was fantastic and very…read moreaccommodating. Our time out on the water couldn't have been any better. It was exciting and the views were beautiful. We will most certainly be back and telling others about you all as well! In reading other reviews here, like Catherine's from 6/30/18, I couldn't agree more. The reviews you see here are spot on. Safety. Office staff, it all!