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

1,211 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1057

111

Enjoyable 2 mile kayaking...
Dawn P,,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Enjoyable 2 mile kayaking trip through mangrove trees. Our tour guide, Jack, was informational and set a relaxing pace.
Great trip!
Shum8s,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had a great time with Tony as our guide. Saw a mom and baby manatee which was our goal but also several birds, dolphins and iguana. Highly recommend this trip.
Manatees and mangroves
Debbi Y,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
We traveled with family...(2 children ages 6 & 11) We had Sarah as our guide. She was very informative, warm , welcoming and told us exactly what to expect. She loves her field and it shows!. She knew where we could spot the manatees. We felt safe and would return again. Amazing experience!!
More like a tour of a neighborhood with houses and boats
conany2022,,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00
Pretty lame wasn’t much of a nature tour more like a tour down a canal with houses on both sides barking dogs are the highlight
Fun outdoor activity!
Melanie B,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great way to spend a couple of hours near Key Largo and enjoy the FL ☀️ sunshine! We learned about mangroves, saw a few birds and at least 6 manatees, including a baby!!! Definitely a highlight of the trip!!!
Kayak tour
Peter B,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Tony was an outstanding tour guide. He found some manatees for us as well as many birds. He also shared history and facts about the mangroves which was very interesting.
Great tour, Britney’s the best!
Ranger F,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Britney, our guide did an outstanding job! She was very knowledgeable and guided us to see a mother manatee and her two babies just after launching. We got some great photos and video of that interaction and of the entire tour. She also sent us her photos of the day’s events that were even more spectacular than the photos we took. Overall, we had a great time and would highly recommend Britney and this company anytime.
We got to see a manatee!!!
M5477PTginad,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Brittany was an amazing guide. I really loved that she took videos and photos to share of the experience. She was very knowledgeable and personalized the experience. Would definitely recommend.
A must do!
719betsyz,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
So much nature to experience! We saw manatees, exotic birds, dolphins, lizards, and a baby nurse shark. Highly recommend!
Kayaking with manatees
S5751AQmichaels,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent tour, great guide, manatees in multiple spots, so fun!