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
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.
Morning Tour: Single Kayak
1 Adult = 1 Kayak: Please reserve 1 adult to receive 1 Single Kayak
Afternoon Tour: Single Kayak
1 Adult = 1 Kayak: Please reserve 1 adult to receive 1 Single Kayak
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.
Reviews
2,615 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great excursion!
Sightseer13091968857,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kenny was great! Although we didn’t see any manatees or dolphins he went the extra mile to try to find them for us. The mangroves were very relaxing and fun to kayak through and Kenny was very knowledgeable! Would definitely do it again!
Fun tour
emmiej258,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour!! Very knowledgeable tour guide!
Fun experience!
monicabZ7747DO,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fun experience! Great guide! Got to see lots of birds, manatee, and a dolphin.
Perfection
E2268JYannac,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kenny is awesome. Very knowledgeable. Saw everything we wanted to see. Even interacted with a manatee!
Knowledgeable and Entertaining
salvatoredV8485PG,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Juanne was funny and informative about the Mangrove ecosystem. It was a lot of fun.
Great guided tour
Joe D,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing guide. Very informative
Fun and would recommend!
camib694,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ian was a great tour guide. We weren’t able to spot any dolphins or manatees but he still made it an enjoyable and educational experience!
Outstanding experience! Ian rocks!
jlmeg,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a relaxing way to spend a Saturday morning! Let go; let Ian. Our guide, Ian was laidback and engaged. He remembered all our names and was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. I enjoyed learning all about the local flora and fauna and just taking in all the natural beauty. Great company. High value. 5-stars experience.
Never disappoints!
680deeh,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was my 3rd trip with Sea Life touring the mangroves tunnels. Love to take family and friends paddling and kooking for Manatees, Dolphins and other wildlife. It's a relaxed journey with knowledgeable and friendly guides. Never disappoints!
Good time
kieln2021,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Didn’t see any manatees but the guide was great and had fun!
From US$59.00
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