Garl is the best kind of guide. Knowledgable, enthusiastic, patient, you can tell he loves his work, and that inspires you to love what you see. Rather than trying to look around yourself, I'd recommend him as he knows exactly what to look for and where. Without his expert eye, we would never have spotted the dolphins, manatees, lemon sharks, horseshoe crabs, crocs or gators... let alone been able to approach them for a closer look!
A genuinely nice guy, and a fantastic guide; I'd recommend kayaking and exploring the Everglades with Garl wholeheartedly!
Andy