Welcome to Kachemak Bay

We are eager to share our home in Alaska

Celebrating 25+ years of service and adventure

Discover Kachemak Bay

The longest spit in the world is the Arabat Spit in the Sea of Azov, Ukraine, at 70 miles long. The second longest is the Farewell Spit on the South Island, New Zealand, at just over 16 miles long. The Homer spit is four and a half miles long, and is where Mako’s Water Taxi has been providing transportation across Kachemak Bay for locals and visitors since 1996.

Mako’s Water Taxi will take you to some of the most interesting, breathtaking, fun places around Kachemak Bay. If you like birds, we can circumnavigate Gull Island, summer home to 25,000 nesting sea birds. If kayaking is your thing, let Mako’s take you to protected coves for an intimate encounter with the primordial coastline. If hiking and camping is on your list, Mako’s Water Taxi will take you to Kachemak Bay State Park and the 80 miles of trails it has to offer. The friendly staff at Mako’s will give the best information about the Park and find the perfect trail for you.

Mako's Water Taxi knows how precious your recreation time is and we want your experience to be special. We are committed to helping you find the trip that best fits your interests, skill level, and time frame. Let Mako's Water Taxi help you plan your next Kachemak Bay adventure.

We can accommodate groups and gear of all kinds. Whatever piques your interest and draws you across the bay, Mako's Water Taxi will make the wonders of our area accessible to you, year round, snow, rain, or shine. Bring your sense of adventure!

Let us take you there

Kayaking

Kachemak Bay is ideal for sea kayaking, both for the novice and experienced kayaker. This is the low impact way to maximize your natural experience on our bay. Navigate fast moving tidal channels, teeming kelp beds, and serene bays and coves. Cozy up with diverse sea life ranging from starfish to sea otters.

Tours

Check out some of our most popular treks and tours. We are proud to offer a variety of custom tours tailored to fit your group size and time frame. Please contact us for more info.

 

Destinations

Check out Mako's most frequented stops in Kachemak Bay. Interact with the pushpin on any of our “destinations” links for a more in depth view. These are just a few of our area's highlights; we can take you anywhere in our region! Contact us for more info.
 

Lodging

Whether you're looking for luxury and creature comforts or just a place to pitch a tent, there are a wide variety of lodging opportunities across the bay and in the Homer area. Check out some of our favorites or visit the Homer Chamber of Commerce for business listings.

meet mako

Mako’s Water Taxi is owned and operated by Mako Haggerty, a commercial fisherman by trade. In 1996, after spending 14 years fishing the waters of Alaska, he started his water taxi because he wanted to serve the community and share the wonders of coastal Alaska, especially Kachemak Bay. Mako has no free time, yet he has served on the boards of Cook Inlet Keeper and KBBI, been elected twice to the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly, is currently on the board of the Prince William Sound Regional Citizens Advisory Council, and is the president of the board of the Friends of Kachemak Bay State Park. He knows the bottom of Kachemak Bay better than anyone.

 Get up-to-date info on life on the spit, see incredible photos and video from Kachemak Bay, and join our network of friends and enthusiasts. Find us on Facebook and follow our adventures at the end of the road.

Let Mako’s Water Taxi be your bridge to the other side.

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