Mangroves and Manatees - Guided Kayak Eco Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Our tours are geared towards first time and new paddlers. We go at your speed so you don't have to worry about going out and getting exhausted. Grab a friend and come along for a unique adventure on the #1-rated Eco-Tour through the mangrove ecosystem. Choose your kayak - single or double - and glide in our shallow clear water over sponges, grass beds, and sandy patches. Looking down, you might see a small nurse shark, turtle, or stingray, or can observe dolphins and manatees. Above water, herons, pelicans, and ospreys settle on the mangroves and hunt for fish. While there are no guaranteed wildlife sightings, we always see something cool in this one-of-a-kind estuary ecosystem that starts right outside the back door of our shop.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your start time.

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Please arrive 30 minutes early for your tour so that you can be prepared to start at the designated tour time. We strive to start our tours on time. Come in and shop for any last minute essentials. Our guide will welcome you, complete any paperwork, and get you fitted for a life jacket. We have changing rooms and showers for afterwards. This is where the adventure begins and ends. We are very fortunate to be located on some of the best paddling waters in the Upper Keys area.

What‘s Included

Local guide

land based instruction

safety gear

Kayak - Single or double your choice

on water coaching

Gratuities

Options

Start Times

Duration: 2 hours
Kayak or Stand up paddleboard
Tour: Grab a friend and come along for a unique adventure on our #1-rated Eco-Tour through the mangrove ecosystem. Choose kayaks or paddleboards and picture yourself gliding in shallow clear water over spon

Reviews

4.81

1,170 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1020

109

Wouldn’t leave the Keyes without doing this!
Meaghan G,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This excursion was the highlight of our trip! We had such a great time! Our tour guide was very friendly and informative of the area and its inhabitants. We got to see a wide range of creatures, such as, manatees, sea turtle, nurse sharks, Moray eel, yellow heron, and iguanas! Disclaimer, not every trip will include these animals, they are wild and roam the mangroves. We definitely recommend this guided paddleboard/kayak tour. Our guide was the sweetest, she took all of the pictures and videos for us so that we could completely enjoy our experience phone free. They also have kayak and paddle board rentals if you do not want to take the guided tour. We will definitely be going through this business again when we go back to the Keyes.
Such a great experience
wjfritts,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had such a great time. Brittany was our guide with a smaller group of just 6 of us. She was knowledgeable and very personable. We were able to see dolphins and manatees while we were out there. Everyone there was very friendly.
Great Day!
Joyce D,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had a great time. My husband and I really enjoyed this experience. We shared a double kayak. Brittany was fantastic. She explained everything and pointed out wildlife and took amazing photos and videos of everyone and shared them with us at the end. We saw two mama manatees and two babies, a sea turtle, and a rare eel sighting! We didn’t feel rushed, and Brittany was so patient with everyone. Highly recommend!
Morning paddle on Saturday with Jack . A perfect alternative found when it's too choppy on the reef to snorkel!
navigator153,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
At first we were bummed out that the weather was not conducive for snorkeling the reef but we should not have worried! We had a really special morning kayaking instead along sheltered Tavernier creek with our awesome guide :Jack. He shared his deep knowledge and passion for local wildlife and we were delighted to have an incredibly close and intimate encounter with a manatee and her curious calf . Various water birds , iguana , fish and stingrays rounded out the trip. Jack also took lots of great pics and we all shared pics after the trip which was really lovely. Lunch at What the Fish next door is not to be missed either !
Perfect day on the water
Jason O,,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our group had an absolutely amazing time on our tour. Our guide Britney did an incredible job getting us around the area . We were fortunate to see manatees, sea turtles, iguana, stingrays rays, and lots of fish. I’ve done many guided kayak tours and this was by far the best. I would highly recommend this tour and if possible request Britney! While guiding us and showing us all the wildlife she managed somehow to take the best photos of our group and experience that she shared after the tour.
Use Britany
deborahs654,,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Absolutely such a great experience we saw everything! And our tour guide Britney was just incredibly cool. Even the staff at the store was really cool. I left my wallet and they found me and gave it to me…. I would highly recommend it great staff great time and they know what they’re doing. They took us right to all the things to see.
Everything as Described
P8198JHmattp,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Jack orated a wonderful tour. He had a solid balance of preaching safety, divulging facts and allowimg for solemn moments to let our group enjoy the scenery. We had the bonus of seeing a manatee cow with her calf!
Eco tour
Explore10391052390,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wonderful experience. Captain Russ was knowledgeable and informative. We saw manatees in several locations along with birds and iguanas. Best tour of our trip. Don't miss this tour.
Kayaking in Keys
Anna K,,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
That was exciting chance to go kayaking and see manatees at the same time. We had our family from CA over, so wanted to share the true Florida vibe. Jack was a fantastic guide and we learned so much about nature. Definitely recommend
Great time!
Logixdude,,Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great way to spend a couple of hours on the water in Tavernier, FL. Our guide Brittany was terrific and very informative for our Eco-Kayaking tour. Saw several Manatees as well as other wildlife along the way. Very low stress. They have tandem seat Kayaks for those who don't want to commandeer one on their own. Highly reccommend.