The Roatan trip with Michael Gray’s Uncommon Adventures fulfilled my desires exactly. I had a chance to paddle three different boats – a Valley Avocet, a Valley Nordkapp and a Current Designs Sirocco. Each boat taught me something new/different. The week’s program was well planned. Initially, Michael got us fitted into boats and we had a delightful check out paddle... More

For several years a highlight of the East Coast Canoe and Kayak Festival has been attending Michael Gray's exciting presentations of past Uncommon Adventures and dreaming of an adventure of our own. That dream came true for my wife and me in Roatan. The freshest and most imaginative five star meals, wonderful scenery and snorkeling, kayaking adventures beyond compare- all... More

First trip: A week on Roatan, Honduras; warm water paddling at its best. Michael plans everything, cooks only fresh local products, and does so with perfection. I couldn't believe it. He was buying sea food from spear fisherman right off the end of the dock! The cabin was wonderful, the sound of surf in the distance was great, and this... More

Beautiful weather, great kayaking conditions, and fabulous meals. It doesn't get much better than this. We spent 7 days kayaking the NW coast of Prince of Wales Island with Michael Gray and local guide, Patty Holley. As usual, Michael puts out quite the spread of food, had first rate gear, and provided instruction for those who were interested. I would... More

Atlanta and New York girlfriends get together every summer for a vacation envolving paddling, hiking and friendship. Boy did we not go wrong in 2011. A week with Michael Gray owner of Uncommon Adventures and Andi his assistant guide was more than we could have imagined. 3 days of beautiful turquoise water, paddling throught the Mangroves, viewing all kind of... More

Michael Gray of Uncommon Adventures put together an outstanding itinerary for three of us that included kayaking snorkeling and bird watching. Having paddled with him before I knew I would be safe in any situation and fed as only a great restaurant could do it. But his greatest skill was fending off Murphy's Law. The day we were to go... More