Manatees and Mangrove Tunnels Small Group Kayak Tour

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Overview

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Without question, this tour route is the most unique kayak tour in the area and offers guests with the greatest opportunity to spot bucket list wildlife while visiting the Everglades area. This tour launches from a permit only launch site within the 10,000 Islands Wildlife Refuge. This route requires proper planning and expert knowledge due to the fluctuating tides. No other company is capable or willing to take the time needed for this type of planning. Guests will start their paddle through the salt marsh, a popular feeding zone for numerous long-legged wading birds and river otters. 30 minutes in guests will notice a change in habitat, transitioning into Mangroves, indicating a change in salinity and elevation. This is where you will enter one of the best Mangrove Tunnels in the county. After numerous mangrove tunnels, creeks and ponds and hopefully tons of wildlife guests will then empty out into a manatee safe zone the Faka-union Canal. Year Round expert kayak guides included!

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

We meet all guests inside the hotel lobby at 25000 Tamiami Trail East Naples, FL 34114

Children 13 and under must ride in a two person kayak with an adult 18 or older.

At certain tide levels this tour can become more difficult

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

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ACA Certified Kayak Guide

Tandem Kayak (singles not available through TripAdvisor booking)

Gratuities

No Refund for going to the wrong location Meet us at 25000 Tamiami Trail East, Naples, FL 34114

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NO REFUNDS WITHIN 24 HOURS OF TOUR

Options

25000 Tamiami Trail East

3 Hour Port of the Islands Mangrove and Manatees Kayak Tour

Reviews

4.96

899 reviews on TripAdvisor

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Carolyn D,
Mar 13, 2025
5.00
This experience was unique for us. Accommodations were perfect, the guide (Caroline) was a master and funny. The sights were amazing. All was run with professionalism and warmth.
Nice introduction to the mangroves
Walter S,
Feb 15, 2025
4.00
Caroline was very experienced and instructed everyone thoroughly with kayaking techniques, for a novice it’s a great place to start and learn how to kayak. Strenuous and long trip through the canals and mangroves for someone not experienced with paddling through very tight confined spaces. Did not see any manatees, but neither did other tours Caroline spoke with.
It was awesome getting to...
Emelie D,
Feb 11, 2025
5.00
It was awesome getting to experience the mangroves up so close and we saw so many different animals all in one place! Our guide, Justin was fun and informative and really good at easing people's concerns and really seemed to know what he was doing and enjoy it.
10 Out of 10!
Lauren S,
Jan 21, 2025
5.00
The trip was absolutely awesome! Our guide, Tiffany, was so knowledgeable about kayaking, the environment, and the wildlife. We saw manatees, gators, crabs, and tons of birds. I’ve already recommended to a friend and would definitely do it again!
The best way to see the Everglades and its flora and forms
Audrey E,
Nov 30, 2024
5.00
We had a great trip. Justin was as super guide. Really knowledgable about the area and entertaining. We were lucky enough to see gators, a crocodile and manatees. Would highly recommend.