Mangrove Tunnels & Mudflats Kayak Tour - Local Biologist Guides in Naples booking from $69.99

Mangrove Tunnels & Mudflats Kayak Tour - Local Biologist Guides

Overview

Join SWFL's only active local biologist guides for an adventure through the Rookery Bay Reserve at the start of the 10,000 islands on the #1 Kayaking Tour in the USA (USAToday)! Paddle to beautiful mangrove tunnels, teeming mudflats, and intricate oyster reefs while searching for amazing wildlife like sea stars, large snails, birds, dolphin and manatee! FREE HD PHOTOGRAPHY of you and your family exploring this beautiful area is provided on every adventure.

Single Kayaks are provided for all paddlers. For children under 12 contact us directly. Perfect for the first-time paddler and the pro. Get out and explore the calm backwaters of Southwest Florida with Naples and Marco Island's only biologist guides! Book your tour today! PLEASE ARRIVE 30 MINUTES BEFORE LAUNCH TIME.

Additional availabilities, tandem kayaks, children's tickets (under 12), boat tours, and additional kayak tours including sunset tours are available for reservation by phone or website only. Call to reserve!

City: Naples

Tue 19 Nov

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What's Included

REAL Local Biologist Guides with Master's Degrees

Single-Seater Kayak with high back seats, cup holder, and room for storage (ages 12+)

FREE PHOTOGRAPHY - Available for free download after your adventure

Low Profile Paddling Life Vests, & Dry Bags

A real adventure with the most awesome science nerds in the land!

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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
Tandem kayaks & Children's tickets (under 12) are available for reservation by phone only. Call to reserve!
The Isle of Capri Paddlecraft Park requires a $10 Parking Pass per vehicle if you do not have a Collier County Beach Parking Sticker
Must be able to paddle a kayak for 2 - 3 hours
Weight in excess of 250lbs must call for special accommodations
Children under 3 are not permitted
Children under 12 must ride in a tandem kayak with an adult
If cancelled due to weather or dangerous conditions, you will be offered to reschedule or be provided with a full refund
Maximum group size of 12 paddlers

What To Expect

Marco Island

We will be paddling into the Mangrove Tunnels of the Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve just North of Marco Island launching from the Isle of Capri Paddlecraft Park. The regions only biologist guides will help you find unique wildlife while teaching you about the ecology and history of this amazing place! Get on the water with the guides who have spent their lives studying this area and explore with a real local biologist!

Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve

After exploring the mangrove tunnels with the only biologist guides in Naples & Marco, visit our partners at the Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center and enjoy FREE ADMISSION with the purchase of your tour ticket to explore their exhibits, aquariums, art gallery, theater, and hiking trails! Be sure to ask about becoming a member of the Friends of Rookery Bay to further support the Reserve, gain access to special programs, events, volunteer opportunities, and discounts on tours, rentals, and at the nature store!

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (541)

Martybooner

Jan 2021

We went out to kayak around the mangrove islands near Isle of Capri. Our guide, Forrest, was an absolute treasure trove of biological insights. He knew we were birders and was quick to help us identify birds right out of the gate. He gave us insights into the history, development, and biology of the area laced with comments about species and their proliferation and survival in the area. Best of all, he was nothing but helpful when my dumb ass capsized the kayak! He helped my wife and I get back in the boat and was not judgmental about how we ended up in the water. This was a great trip and we would do it again in a minute.

Response from Host

Jan 2021

Wow it sounds like you had an awesome adventure with Forrest! We are so glad you enjoyed your tour and were able to see many birds and critters along the way. We are looking forward to seeing you for another paddle soon!

carriekG5876IL

Jan 2021

Took the Mangrove Tunnels & Mudflats Kayak tour on Dec 31st with 4 adults and two young adventurers (5 & 8). Sam and Winston were a wealth of knowledge - wonderful educators for adults and children alike! We learned history about the estuary, about the mangroves and some of its inhabitants. The water was very rough that day, but both guides were attentive to the groups needs and ensured everyone got back to the dock comfortably and at their own pace. (They do offer tow ropes if anyone needs a little assist!) We look forward to doing another tour with Rising Tide in the future! Highly recommended!

Response from Host

Jan 2021

Wow it sounds like you and your family had an awesome adventure with Sam and Winston! We are so glad we could provide you with an educational and fun experience exploring the mangroves, giving you memories that will last a lifetime! We look forward to seeing you again in the future for another adventure!

linderms

Jan 2021

Great Sunday activity. Went out with my parents, and we all enjoyed being immersed the natural beauty of the mangrove tunnels and learning a bit about this super interesting ecosystem and its inhabitants. Nick and Renee were great guides!

Response from Host

Jan 2021

We're so glad you enjoyed your mangrove adventure with Nick and Renee, learning about the importance of this interesting ecosystem. We look forward to seeing you again soon for another paddle!

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