Most people who go to Everglades National Park see it through the windows of their car. While sawgrass marsh is a major component of the everglades, exploring the less traveled path with the tour guides of Coastal Kayaking, Garl and Don, will open your eyes to a whole new experience! Unveiling a world that the average Everglades visitor never gets to see. I have been on this tour over a dozen times, and each time Garl is able to show me something new. He has spent years scouting out the best spots for whatever it is you're in to, be it birds, fish, coral reefs, reptiles, amphibians, plants, you name it! I am a biologist and can confidently say the knowledge that Garl has of the Everglades is rare and takes many years of experience to acquire. Other tours offered in the area are often led by folks who may like to kayak, but have an utter lack of the natural history and animals in the everglades, and even worse, lack the knowledge of navigating the backwoods of the everglades which can be a major safety issue! Garl has the knowledge and experience to enlighten you to see what the everglades really is about. He has shown me amazing flora and fauna including flamingos (!), gorgeous everglades orchids, enchanted cypress domes full of epiphytes, crocodiles, alligators, native plants, manatees, sharks, and the list goes on and on! He tailors trips to your needs and comfort level making sure each customer is satisfied. Having known Garl for years now, I can confidently say that if you are looking for a tour that shows you the REAL everglades, book now, because you just found it!