Guided Island EcoTour: CLEAR/Standard Kayak, SUP - Bonita Springs
Overview
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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 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.
What‘s Included
Free Parking
PFDs, dry boxes, map + wildlife guide
Complementary tour photos
Gratuities
Options
Island Tour - Paddleboard
Standard Paddleboard
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 - Tandem Kayak
Standard 2 Seat Kayak
Island Tour - Single Kayak
Standard 1 Seat Kayak
Reviews
875 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The guide was awesome!...
Laura J,May 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The guide was awesome! She was funny and very knowledgeable about the animals, shells and ecosystem! Definitely will book again if we bring our kids back next time.
Had so much fun!!
gabrielarH7929JJ,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Luke was amazing and did such a great job!! Found a bunch of pretty shells for us to keep, pointed out wildlife and was very charismatic. Mom and I had a blast 10/10 recommend their eco tours!!!
Best tour around
Global694214,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nick was an amazing tour guide. He was very informative about local plants and wildlife and showed us a great time. 10/10 would recommend 🤙🏾
Kayak with Mike
Sheilaag2015,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Mike was great, if you aren't right next to him you can't hear a thing. Was able to have a conversation when we stopped so that made up for it. Good value for your money. Clear tandem kayak sits low so if you have a bad back I would recommend the single ones.
Great tour!
jrnummi,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Seth was great! He was knowledgeable and funny. Very informative and friendly. Would recommend
Happiness through the mangroves
Explore39186174533,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Seth was not only knowledgeable but also had a great sense of humor. He took his time to talk to everyone and make sure we were all safe
Great experience ¡good...
Peter C,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience ¡good job Nick.¡!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Disappointed
Shana H,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00We enjoyed the kayaking and it was fun to go through mangrove tunnels and passageways and learn about the area. However, it is advertised as a dolphin and manatee tour and we didn’t see any of either… we recognize this isn’t something that can be controlled, but it also didn’t seem like the guide cared much or was trying. Also, it is advertised that photos of the experience will be included. We wrote down our email, but 2 weeks later have still seen nothing despite 2 requests for them. Also, you go through some pretty high traffic areas and have to try to stay together as a group. Overall, while the birds and the kayaking were nice, I don’t feel it was worth the cost for the tour and more could have been seen in other settings.
Great tour!
Jet30967089465,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great trip with our guide, Nick. Very knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend.
Our tour guide was Ryan...
Brianna W,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide was Ryan and he was great! From showing us how to paddle(we were all beginners) to talking about the ecosystems and different wild life, you could tell he was really knowledgeable and passionate about what he does.
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