3 Hour Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Eco Tour

Overview

This is a wonderful alternative to an airboat ride … quiet, peaceful and surreal. It is a leisurely paddle experience with a naturalist guide who throughout the tour will be interpreting and explaining what you are seeing. It is a great learning experience in a very unique part of the Everglades. The Everglades is a vast and varied ecosystem containing the largest mangrove forest in North America. Throughout the forest are brackish "lakes" whose waters are a mix of "sweet" fresh water and salt water. They are refuges and nursery grounds for alligators, herons, egrets, stilts, ducks, wood storks, spoonbills, otters, orchids and bromeliads and a gamut of fishes. Interconnecting these lakes are narrow, flowing tidal creeks. The mangrove forest grows to the very edge and over the tops of these creeks forming a canopy or a tunnel. The dense canopy regulates moisture and humidity allowing to thrive.

Note: June through October, we suggest the morning experiences due to the weather.

City: Naples

Mon 09 Jun

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Starting at $109.95

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What's Included

Professional guide

Kayaking equipment and safety briefing

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What To Expect

Everglades Area Tours

Located just a 1.5-hour drive south of Fort Myers lie the incredible Florida Everglades. On this 3.5-hour eco-tour, enjoy a kayak adventure through the lush mangrove tunnels and discover the area’s diverse ecosystem. Your tour will begin with a brief introduction on how to maneuver your single-person kayak (no experience required). Once you feel comfortable with the kayak, paddle down the lake and arrive at a narrow entryway, where the mangrove tunnels form a canopy approximately 10 feet (3 meters) overhead. This is one of the largest mangrove forests in North America! Follow your naturalist guide as you explore the vast and varied ecosystem and keep your eyes out for herons, egrets, ducks, spoonbills, alligators, otters and a variety of fish species. Along the way, your guide will provide an interesting, informative overview of the area and its incredible ecosystem.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (297)

samtrvls

Feb 2025

Amazing experience. Chris knocked it out of the park as a guide and was so knowledgeable about the wildlife - felt like learning from a fun teacher. The kayaking was easy and the scenery was serene.

Response from Host

Feb 2025

It's always great when you can "go to school" and not even realize it!! Chris loves sharing his passion of the Everglades and knows how to make you go home with some new knowledge of the area. Thanks again for coming out with us!

Laura_K

Jan 2025

Chris was an EXCELLENT guide and was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about the ecology and preservation of the Everglades ecosystem. I left with new knowledge and greater appreciation. Highly recommend to anyone seeking a relaxing paddle through some of the less seen and intimate parts of the Everglades.

Response from Host

Jan 2025

Thank you so much for the review, Laura!! Our guides love to share their passion and knowledge of the Everglades with everyone that comes out! It's hard not to fall in love with the nature that's along the Turner river. Thanks again for coming out with us!

Medyk_Tryba

Jan 2025

Amazing tour! True nature paradise. Great Guide... This was my 3rd visit to Everglades and I have done many different trails - this was the best experience!

Response from Host

Jan 2025

So glad you had an amazing time! Each time out in the Everglades there is something new to discover. Thanks for coming out with us!