
Small Group Clear Kayak Tour of Old Hickory Lake
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4.9/5
Based on 16 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Small Group Clear Kayak Tour of Old Hickory Lake worth booking?
Small Group Clear Kayak Tour of Old Hickory Lake is a 2.5-hour experience in Nashville, United States, from $69 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 16 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (16)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $69 per person
Kayaking with us on Old Hickory Lake allows you to observe the diverse wildlife including bald eagles, great blue herons, ospreys, turtles and many more that call the lake home. Our tour guide will lead you along the way
What you get
About this experience
Kayaking with us on Old Hickory Lake allows you to observe the diverse wildlife including bald eagles, great blue herons, ospreys, turtles and many more that call the lake home. Our tour guide will lead you along the way, providing interesting facts about the area, and helping point out the various wildlife along our paddle. The tour also boasts some of the most scenic views in the area, with tree-lined shores, rocky cliffs, and stunning sunsets that are sure to take your breath away.
What's included
Included
- Paddles
- Kayaks
- Learn unique facts along the paddle about the local waterways, wildlife, and more
- Quick instruction from guides on basic paddle techniques prior to tour
- Tour Guide
- Small-Group for a more personalized experience (up to 10 travelers)
- Dry bags
- Life Jacket
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Bledsoe Creek State Park
Departing from Bledsoe Creek State Park, our tour guide will lead you through part of Old Hickory Lake to see some of the most beautiful landscapes in the area, while enjoying the tranquility of the water. While in a clear kayak, this allows for the unique opportunity to see the water flowing all around you.
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Nashville
Once entering the park you will go past the Visitor Center building and through the gates. You will drive a short distance down to Deer Run Road and turn right. Head down, through the campsites and there will be a green fence on your left, park just in front of the fence labeled "overflow parking"!
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Once entering the park you will go past the Visitor Center building and through the gates. You will drive a short distance down to Deer Run Road and turn right. Head down, through the campsites and there will be a green fence on your left, park just in front of the fence labeled "overflow parking"!
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Get Up And Go Kayaking - Old Hickory Lake
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Weight Restriction: 425 pounds per boat (two guests) and no more than 250 pounds per seat (individual)
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 16 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
4 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
16 verified traveler reviews for Small Group Clear Kayak Tour of Old Hickory Lake. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Kayak Old Hickory Lake
Luckily, we had a beautiful day for kayaking. The only complaint we had was that the kayaks had no foot rests which made paddling a bit uncomfortable & a little more challenging. It was a reasonable price for a guided tour with kayaks & gear provided. Our guide, Ryan, was knowledgeable, informative & pleasant.
Response from the operator: We appreciate your review and for paddling with us! We're happy to hear you had an enjoyable time on the water with Ryan!
via Tripadvisor
Fantastic guided tour.
When we started it was clear skies. We lost that and missed the sunset and the fuller moon, but it was still fantastic. Ryan did a great job of educating us on the area and the wildlife. It was a great day.
Response from the operator: Thanks so much for your 5 star review! We're glad you had a great day on the water with Ryan and got to learn a bit about the area!
via Tripadvisor
Great time
Ryan, our guide, was knowledgeable and friendly. The weather was tentative. Ryan was flexible with the schedule to work around the weather. And it ended up really great. We recommend this outfit.
Response from the operator: Thanks so much Scott! We're so glad it ended up working out with the weather and made for a great tour. We appreciate you choosing to paddle with us!
via Tripadvisor
Great kayaking experience!
This was such a fun adventure! We were lucky to have Ryan (our tour guide) all to ourselves. He was extremely knowledgeable and made the whole experience really enjoyable. He's great at giving instructions and took some great photos and videos of us! Highly recommend!
Response from the operator: We appreciate you choosing to paddle with us and are so glad your time on the water with Ryan! Glad you got some great photos and videos from the tour and we'd love to have you back any time! Thanks for your recommendation!
via Tripadvisor
Beautiful day, beautiful lake
Our tote guide, Kyle, was great! He knew all about the wildlife and their habitats and was a great conversationalist overall.
Response from the operator: Thanks so much for choosing to kayak with us! We're so happy you enjoyed your time on the water with our tour guide and had a 5 star experience!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 58
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Small Group Clear Kayak Tour of Old Hickory Lake: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Nashville.
How much does Small Group Clear Kayak Tour of Old Hickory Lake cost?
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Prices start at $69 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Nashville usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Small Group Clear Kayak Tour of Old Hickory Lake take?
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Plan for about 2.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Nashville is not rushed.
Is Small Group Clear Kayak Tour of Old Hickory Lake worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 16 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable outdoors in Nashville, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Small Group Clear Kayak Tour of Old Hickory Lake?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Small Group Clear Kayak Tour of Old Hickory Lake suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Small Group Clear Kayak Tour of Old Hickory Lake?
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Around 6 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Nashville can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Nashville and add a light layer if any part of the 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Small Group Clear Kayak Tour of Old Hickory Lake start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Nashville within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Nashville?
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Nashville's activity mix is unusually music-heavy: Ryman and Opry backstage tours, RCA Studio B sessions, songwriter rounds and honky-tonk crawls on Broadway. Around that sit distillery runs to Lynchburg and general-admission pedal taverns. Outty Ranking penalises the crawl operators that oversell group size, which is the most common complaint in this city. On Outty we rank every Nashville experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Nashville: Authentic Food Tour with 5 Tastings of Local Dishes, Nashville RCA Studio B & Country Music Hall of Fame Ticket Combo, Nashville's Wildest Honky Tonk Public Party Bus (21+). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Nashville?
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April to May and September to October, when patios open and the humidity drops. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Nashville?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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