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6-Hr Tropical Mangroves, Coastal River and Ocean Wildlife Watch

6-Hr Tropical Mangroves, Coastal River and Ocean Wildlife Watch

Overview

Ages 11 and younger are free! Experience 3-miles of paddling and 3-miles of motorized propulsion for kayak enthusiasts. Immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of secluded mangrove forests, far from the busy marinas, beaches, and crowded tour groups. This tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the serene upriver areas and delve into the heart of the intracoastal rivers until they merge seamlessly with the estuary.

At the Dolphin Watch Sandbar, take a leisurely break and indulge in some relaxation and swimming while watching for Dolphin, stingray and manatees.

Adding to the charm, we will make a stop at a historic waterside dining and bait shop, where you can enjoy a lunch and drinks (available for purchase).

Traverse diverse landscapes, from enchanting, densely covered mangrove tunnels to breathtaking open bays and rivers. Keep your eyes wide open as you may spot a variety of captivating land, air, and sea animals in their natural habitat. An unhurried wildlife experience!

City: Florida

Thu 24 Apr

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Starting at $89.00

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Thu 24 Apr

Starting at $89.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Premium equipment: 13- or 16-foot kayak with lots of room for children. Elevated high back support chair(s). Aqua Bound Carbon Fiber paddles that only weigh 28 ounces. Life vest. Dry bags.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please note that this Product must need to have an Adult if there is a Child (1 Child, 1 Adult, if there is 2 Children there must be 2 Adults).

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (19)

R2599XJchrisp

Nov 2023

Absolutely wonderful experience!!! Mark is a very knowledgeable guide and Fabia put together a wonderful trip video. Both are incredibly easy going and have tons of great stories, history, and an understanding of Florida nature to share. They are very in tune to their guests and tailor the trip around you. We would recommend them to anyone wanting a truly unique, real Florida experience.

Response from Host

Nov 2023

Thank you for providing a 5-star review. Fabia and I are always striving to make each tour meaningful for every guest and we are happy you enjoyed the day. We especially like reading that you enjoyed the less travelled parts of the Treasure Coast that we offer. It was truly a pleasure having you join us.

V4672PXbiancac

Sep 2023

My nine year old daughter and myself had an amazing time with Fabia and Mark on our 6 hour rivers to ocean kayak tour. We learned so much from this lovely couple from a little history from the area, to fun facts about the sea creatures we encountered, and to gaining knowledge about the habitats we toured. We had great luck and encountered many marine life; several kinds of crabs, fish, jellyfish, manatees, dolphins, birds and different sea sponges. The kayaks were comfortable and we felt safe the entire journey. Fabia and Mark also took great pics and videos during the tour and created an amazing short video clip of our adventure which we greatly appreciated. We enjoyed a delightful lunch at Little Jim’s Bait & Tackle (peel & eat shrimp and tacos a must). My daughter enjoyed the entire trip and was very entertained. I highly recommend booking a tour with Rivers to Ocean Kayaking and will definitely book again in the near future!

Response from Host

Sep 2023

Thank you for this 5-star review! I thought we were going to make it through the day without checking off your bucket list of observing a manatee “in the wild”, but then it happened, so we, or the manatee checked that box. I think your daughters singing to the manatee made it stay and circle around us for a while. We enjoyed sharing important fun facts about the various things you encountered. In the end, you said it didn’t feel like 6-hours, we agree with you that it never feels like 6-hours since the scenery from the mangrove jungle to the lagoon, to the open ocean keeps the tour interesting. That snack stop at the iconic Little Jims is a great place to recharge and relax. Again, thank you and we look forward to seeing you again soon!

jrr400

Sep 2023

I highly recommend this excursion! Mark and Fabia are the best tour guides. We learned so much, all while having fun, and enjoying the tranquility of the beautiful surroundings. The kayaks were super comfortable with padded seats. You can even stand with ease in the kayaks to get a better look at the wildlife. The tour was a nice pace, we took breaks for swimming, and our kids were engaged for the entire tour! I was a little nervous about the length of tour with kids- but no worries, the kids had a blast. It was all they could talk about all weekend long! Mark did an amazing job of explaining the three types of mangroves, and enjoyed seeing so much wildlife. We saw manatees, sea turtles, a shark, blue land crabs, mangrove red crabs, mangrove tree crabs, a golden orb weaving spider, and schools of fish! We also enjoyed the green herons, osprey, and king fishers. They offer a motor option for the kayaks which we took advantage of on the way back, so no worries about endurance for the longer tour. I felt on the journey back we could just relax and take in the beautiful scenery. We frequently boat in this area, but they took us to places we hadn’t been before. The scenery is just gorgeous. We brought a cooler of water, snacks, sunscreen/rashguards, hats, and water shoes. They provide life jackets. Great day on the water! Thanks again!

Response from Host

Sep 2023

Thank you for this amazing and thorough review. Fabia and I are very happy that you and your family enjoyed the peace and tranquility of the mangroves and lagoon while paddling to the ocean inlet with swimming stops. We are delighted you enjoyed the motorized return to the tranquil preserve. Also, it was music to our ears to hear the kids excited about every little discovery along the way. I’m sure there will be plenty to talk about at school during show and tell time. Come back and join us again soon!