Guided Island EcoTour: CLEAR/Standard Kayak, SUP - Bonita Springs

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours 30 minutes

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Experience the natural beauty and marine life of Southwest Florida up-close with a CLEAR kayak! Don't just take our word on what an awesome tour this is... see our TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards for 2022-2023-2024! Paddle Naples' tours are in the top 10% of all worldwide tours!

Our Five-Star guided eco-tours and rentals take you through Estero Bay and the Gulf of Mexico’s most incredible paddling routes... including mangrove tunnels, secluded beaches, and prime shelling areas! This is prime habitat for dolphins (year round) and manatees (mostly warm water months).

We use top quality standard kayaks and paddleboards that are comfortable and easy to paddle. We have CLEAR paddleboards too, and HOBIE pedal kayaks if needed.

Complementary photos included!

Looking for something truly unique? Try our CLEAR Kayak Sunset Glow Tour. We will paddle to a secluded beach for shelling until sunset, then we turn on the colorful underwater LED lights and have a great time paddling back!

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Free Parking

PFDs, dry boxes, map + wildlife guide

Complementary tour photos

Gratuities

What To Expect

Join us for a guided eco tour at Big Hickory Island in Bonita Springs. Choose a standard or CLEAR kayak or paddleboard. We'll paddle at a relaxed pace in search of dolphins, birds, and manatees while sharing local eco-system info. We are open 7 days a week and promise to provide you with exceptional service so come on out and let us show you how easy it is to get out and have some fun on the water! Our paddling routes are some of the best in Southwest Florida and allow you to experience the mangroves trails and tunnels, the Gulf of Mexico, and the beautiful Island beach! You will have the chance to be up close with marine life and it’s quite common to see dolphins, and sometimes manatees (summer). We suggest you bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, bottled water, and water shoes. CLEAR kayaks have a limit of 400 pounds per boat and a max of 225 pounds per seat. Our Standard kayaks have higher limits and track better. Clear kayaks are for 2 people so please book even numbers. We have HOBIE pedal kayaks if needed. Contact us if questions! Minimum age is 3 years old. We have youth sized PFDs but suggest that parents provide a quality, fitted PFD for children under 50 pounds.

Options

Island Tour - CLEAR Kayak

CLEAR 2 Seat Kayak: Tandem (double) kayaks seat 2. Odd numbered groups need a regular single kayak. Weight limit 425# per boat, 250# per seat.

Island Tour-CLEAR Paddleboard

CLEAR Paddleboard

Island Tour - Single Kayak

Standard 1 Seat Kayak

Island Tour - Tandem Kayak

Standard 2 Seat Kayak

Island Tour - Paddleboard

Standard Paddleboard

Reviews

4.93

737 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

699

Bonita Springs Kayak
Cruiser03044571172,
Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The whole kayak trip was great and informative. Zack did a great job, he told us about the ecosystem, animals etc. throughout the kayak tour. Definitely a must do tourist activity when one is in Florida.
You have to be able to...
lisa d,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
You have to be able to paddle well to keep up, but it was nice even though we didn’t see dolphins or manatees…
Fun family experience
chrisbeans11,
Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had an amazing trip with Nick! He was extremely knowledgeable, engaging, and fun. Nick was able to take us off the beaten path and find sand bars where we were just feet away from Dolphins. My family had a great time. Perfect trip for kids of all ages
Wow!!!
diot s,
Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
superb time in places nature, many animals to see, pelican, dolphins, manatee, fish of all kinds, stop on a very bell beach, a very kind and passionate guide.
Nick guided us on a really great paddling and environmental beach tour. Very knowledgeable of the eco system in SE Fla
Discover35886174989,
Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Well organized and more than we expected from a paddling tour. Nick shared a deeper description of the SW Florida beach eco system.
Kayak Adventure
CHARLES M,
Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Zach was a great guide. Lots of local knowledge and experience. Had a nice time in the mangrove corridors.
Fantastic First-Time Paddle Boarding Experience!
Joshbrex,
Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had a great experience on my stand-up paddle boarding trip! Nick was a fantastic guide — patient, knowledgeable, and really easy to paddle with. It was my first time ever trying paddle boarding and he made it simple and enjoyable. We did about a 5 km loop, and I loved learning about the different shells and wildlife along the way. I booked with only about an hour’s notice and they were incredibly flexible. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a fun and relaxing adventure on the water!
Best guided paddle board tour EVER!
Erin C,
Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Nick was amazing. This was like of the best guided tours I’ve ever done. Gorgeous views, learned so much about local wildlife and culture. Nick also took pictures of the whole experience and sent them to us after!! Very family friendly!
Amazing paddle boarding!
Mariana S,
Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great experience for families and solo travelers. Very informative Guide- we had Nick lead us and I found him to be very patient with inexperienced paddle boarders and knowledgeable! Learned a lot and will absolutely come back again soon for another adventure!
fantastic tour!
Kasey K,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had an amazing time! Our guide, Nick, was fantastic - friendly, welcoming, and incredibly knowledgeable. He taught us so much about the local wildlife, the history of the area, and even helped us find and identify different shells along the way. You can tell he truly loves what he does. We left feeling more connected to the island and its natural beauty. Highly recommend this tour and especially Nick!