Whale-Watching

Humboats Kayak Adventures. You can rent kayaks and book kayaking tours that from December to June include whale-watching trips. Half-day river kayaking trips pass beneath massive redwoods; the whale-watching outings get you close enough for good photos. Woodley Island Marina, 601 Startare Dr., Dock A, Eureka, California, 95501. 707/443–5157; www.humboats.com. From $30 rentals, $55 tours.