Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
There is a reason that the Mangrove Tunnels of Lido Key are a must-do experience when visiting the Gulf Coast. We launch from Ted Sperling Nature Park (190 Taft Dr Sarasota FL) which has clean restrooms, a rinsing shower, and shaded picnic tables. Our amazing local guides from Sea Life Kayak Adventures take you on a tour of Little Sarasota Bay, where you may see manatees, dolphins, a variety of birds and sea life...then finish up in the famous mangrove tunnels, a beautiful canopy that meanders thru an island. The tour usually goes around 2 hours, but we aren't on a strict schedule, so please allow for an extra half hour. We are located just minutes from downtown Sarasota, 20 minutes from Siesta Key, and a half hour from Anna Maria Island and Bradenton (add time for traffic during high season. We meet a HALF HOUR before our tours)
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Come enjoy a wildlife tour through the open waters of Little Sarasota Bay for approximately 2 hours, ending in the beautiful shaded mangrove tunnels of South Lido Bring your camera to photograph manatees, dolphins, rays, birds, and so much other wildlife.
What‘s Included
USCG Life Jacket
Local guide
Professional guide
Lightweight carbon fiber paddle
Gratuities
Options
AM Tour: Tandem Kayak-2 people
2 Adults = 1 Tandem Kayak: Please reserve 2 Adults to reserve 1 Tandem Kayak (which can fit two people). The maximum occupancy for a Tandem Kayak is 2.
PM Tour: Tandem Kayak-2 people
2 Adults = 1 Tandem Kayak : Please reserve 2 Adult to reserve 1 Tandem Kayak (which can fit two people). The maximum occupancy for a Tandem Kayak is 2.
Afternoon Tour: Single Kayak
1 Adult = 1 Kayak: Please reserve 1 adult to receive 1 Single Kayak
Morning Tour: Single Kayak
1 Adult = 1 Kayak: Please reserve 1 adult to receive 1 Single Kayak
Reviews
2,464 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A beautiful way to see the Bay!
156janicep,,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A beautiful day on Sarasota Bay! This is a great way to see the beautiful Sarasota mansions, learn about the ecosystem and wildlife of area and navigate beautiful mangroves.
A great way to spend the afternoon in Sarasota!
kristenrQ3657LW,,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great way to spend an afternoon! Our guide (Kenny) was very knowledgeable, funny, and a helpful navigator. The mangroves were beautiful. We saw a pelican diving for fish which was fun. I would definitely recommend this tour for families, couples, and friends.
Kayak tour thru the mangroves
cherayem,,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kenny was an amazing tour guide! Thanks for a great afternoon
Fun and entertaining trip!
TJRita,,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ian took the time to listen for and show us various wildlife species - both in the water and through the mangroves . He was knowledgeable as well as entertaining and enthusiastic!
Fun, educational, beautiful
396haleyg,,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kenny was awesome, beautiful and educational tour!
Awesome time!!
laurabZ4092NQ,,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Joan was an amazing guide. Very knowledgeable and friendly. We had fun and would highly recommend this tour.
Fun girls day out
Journey40059821339,,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ian was a great guide! We all had a wonderful time & he shared a lot of interesting information about the wildlife and mangroves. Highly recommend!
A great time
N7412YJbobw,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was so much fun! Kenny, our guide was informative, funny and so kind!
Morning tour!
Road Trip Crew2,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic tour! Weaving thru the mangroves was cool & as our whole group was just 4 , it was easy to hear our guide, Juon, who was very interesting & informative! Though we did not see any manatees (due to cold weather) we saw quite a few dolphins in the bay (up close!).
All positive
lindagG4622HF,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Joan was funny and informative! We had a great time and highly recommend!
From US$59.00
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