Trip: Baja Rock Gardening Trip at La Bufadora

Guide: Michael G.

Fantastic trip on several levels: learning paddling trchnique in open ocean waters, the amount of wildlife, the people in the group, the food and overall fun. Highly organised.

By Marcos G. on March 02, 2025

Trip: Baja Rock Gardening Trip at La Bufadora

Guide: Michael G.

The Bufadora coastline is a paddlers playground! This was such a fun and educational week in a breathtaking location with superb coaches. I stretched my comfort level and paddling skills in bouncy waters, surf, and rock gardening surrounded by dolphins, seals, and sea lions. Oceanside accommodations were comfortable (that view!), meals were delicious, and coaches and fellow paddlers were a joy to be around. The soundtrack of surf lapping the shoreline a few feet from where I slept is still echoing through my mind. I will cherish my memories of this very special place!

By Jill L. on February 25, 2025

Trip: Baja Rock Gardening Trip at La Bufadora

Guide: Michael G.

Simply the BEST, as always!!!

By Cynthia F. on February 24, 2025

Trip: Baja Rock Gardening Trip at La Bufadora

Guide: Michael G.

Another great trip with Uncommon Adventures! Excellent venue, coaches, and challenges to improve my paddling. And, of course, great food!!

By Carol A. on February 24, 2025

Trip: Baja Rock Gardening Trip at La Bufadora

Guide: Michael G.

Great trip! great food/drinks and lots of new experiences and learning along an amazing coast.

By Scott D. on February 24, 2025

Trip: Tybee Island Ocean Skills (Manhattan Kayak)

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

I recently attended the Ocean Kayaking Skills course with Uncommon Adventures in Tybee Island, Georgia, and it was an incredible experience. Michael and Lisa are exceptional instructors—Michael’s infectious enthusiasm and Lisa’s thoughtful, no-judgment approach made learning both enjoyable and approachable. As a beginner, I felt comfortable sharing what I didn’t know, and they tailored a checklist of skills for me to work on. I felt their ability to meet everyone where they were and respond thoughtfully to their individual goals was impressive. They also fostered a fantastic group dynamic. Sharing meals, laughing, and supporting one another made the experience even more meaningful. Michael’s cooking (he’s a chef!) was another highlight, as my scale can attest to. I also learned a lot about caring for kayaks and equipment, as well as the fascinating history of the kayak (or qajaq), which Tim (another remarkable instructor) shared with the group. Michael and Lisa are well-respected in both the kayaking community and the regions where they run trips. This reputation enables them to craft unique, thoughtful experiences that go far beyond cookie-cutter itineraries. Their attention to detail was amazing—when I forgot my wetsuit, they even had a spare in my size ready to lend. This trip was unforgettable, and I look forward to more adventures with Uncommon Adventures. I can’t recommend them highly enough!

By Kimberly S. on December 30, 2024

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

Guide: Michael G., Lisa D., Kathryn Lapolla

By Mandy H. on November 10, 2024

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

Guide: Michael G., Lisa D., Kathryn Lapolla

Our trip exceeded expectations - quality accommodations; delicious food; camaraderie; superb mentoring to develop paddling skills.

By Tim K. on November 10, 2024

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

Guide: Michael G., Lisa D., Kathryn Lapolla

An amazing week paddling off of Tybee Island. Great guides, great food, great connections with other paddlers. I did not want to go home!

By Lori S. on November 10, 2024

Trip: ACA Coastal Kayaking: L3 IDW OR ICE OR Update

Guide: Michael G.

By Devin F. on October 24, 2024