The Hobie pedal kayaks are the way to tour this area! My husband had our youngest in the front of a tandem, I had another kid in a tandem, and my other son was in a single kayak. If not for the Hobie pedal kayaks, we would have been exhausted paddling against the current and wind on the way back. Instead, because of researching and finding Rammel and the Hobie kayaks, we had a great time! We saw a lot of dolphins and it was so amazing to see them so closely from the kayaks. Every tour is different, since the guides can't predict what critters you will encounter, but we were so fortunate to enjoy many dolphins today. We did not get into the tunnels of the mangroves today, but it was worth it for the dolphins we saw in other areas of the mangroves. Rammel was great with my kids and took some lovely pictures that we will enjoy for years to come. Rammel is an experienced and family-friendly guide who caters to the young, the older, and the in-between. Enjoy some time in Marco with Rammel and pedal kayaks!
Response from Host
Mar 2025
Thank you so much for this wonderful and thoughtful review! We’re thrilled to hear that your family had such a great experience, and we’re especially glad the Hobie pedal kayaks helped make the adventure more enjoyable and less tiring, that’s exactly why we use them!
It was a pleasure having you and your family on the tour. Seeing dolphins up close is always such a magical moment, and I’m happy we got to share that with you. Every tour is unique, just like you mentioned, and nature always keeps us on our toes. I truly appreciate your kind words about the experience and your comments about my interaction with the kids, it means a lot.
Wishing you many more great family adventures, and I hope to see you all again in Marco Island!
Warmly,
Rammel
Marco EcoTours