Big Hickory Pass Kayak Tour: Mangrove Exploration

Explore the stunning mangrove tunnels of Estero Bay on our Big Hickory Pass Kayak Tour. Suitable for all ages, bring your own SUP or kayak and even your furry friend!

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Estero Bay - Enjoy paddling through the mangrove tunnels in Estero Bay. During your kayak tour you may see manatees, dolphins, osprey, pelicans, fish, egrets and more! Don’t forget to bring your camera!
What's Included
  • Coast Guard Approved Life Vest
  • Kayak with Paddle
  • Dry Bag for Keys and Mobile Phones
  • Mesh Bag for Shells
Additional Information

Experience the thrill of kayaking in Estero bay’s mangrove tunnels that are suitable for people of all ages. Feel free to bring your own stand-up paddle boards or kayaks, and dogs are also allowed. His upbringing in Southwest Florida fostered a deep love for the beach lifestyle. He is well-versed about the local area and is enthusiastic about sharing…

Location
Big Hickory Pass
We will meet at Big Hickory Pass in Bonita Springs.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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S5672xadaniela
Jul 3, 2026
Great Trip - Kevin was a great guide. He took us through the channel to the bay where we saw several groups of dolphins feeding. He explained the ecology and recovery from the hurricanes. Next he took us to a beach to look for shells. We had a great time. The kayaks tracked very well and were easy to control.
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695jasonb
Jul 1, 2026
Thanks 👍 - Really fun. Nice kayak tour. Definitely recommend
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Paiton
Jun 29, 2026
Guided Kayak Tour and Shelling Experience - My partner and I had an absolute blast on our guided kayaking trip! This is our first time in Florida, and this experience has definitely been a major highlight. The entire process was pretty seamless, the owner was cheerful and friendly (something we have not found lacking so far in our visit) and Kevin was an awesome guide! I wish I took my phone out and got photos, but we were able to see a dolphin AND a manatee, and we found some awesome shells while hanging out on the beach! 10/10 would recommend to anyone staying in the area!
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Sarahbh9575pk
Jun 24, 2026
A Great Experience - We had the best time!! Our guide was friendly, knowledgeable, and patient. He took time to let us enjoy watching the manatees swim by, took us through mangrove tunnels, and shelling at the beach. This trip was the perfect length of time and well worth our money. Highly recommend booking with the owner to save on fees. Our group consisted of adults and teenagers and it’s been a highlight of our trip so far!
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Rsmykal
Jun 23, 2026
Kayaking and shelling! - Awesome time. Friendly tour guides.
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Seaside38167508213
Jun 23, 2026
Fun family experience - Fun family adventure 😊 Bring your muscles with you. Once you get the hang of it and a good rhythm going you just cruise across the water. We also had a dolphin come up close. 🐬
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Linda
Jun 22, 2026
Best guided kayak tour!! - We had the best time on the 2.5 hour kayak tour. The equipment was very nice, the owner & guide helpful, friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating. We paddled through gorgeous, mangroves & estuaries. We even saw dolphin up close and personal, as they were feeding on bait fish. The stop at Big Hickory beach was amazing as well. The water was clear and the shells plentiful. Would definitely go again and highly recommend.
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Kimberley
Jun 19, 2026
Fun on the water - We are visiting Fort Meyers Beach for a few days. This was a fantastic kayak trip. We saw manatees, collected shells and kayaked through the mangroves. I would recommend this trip.
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Glevan
Jun 19, 2026
Awesome day at Big Hickory - We had a great time today with our kayak adventure. Joey was great at accommodating us with single and tandem kayaks and handing a mistake I made during booking. The location was easy to find. Kevin was our guide and he was great. He provided a lot of information on the bay and the wildlife. We even got to see dolphins playing and jumping!
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Camper781647
Jun 9, 2026
Kayaking 6-9-26 - We had a wonderful time kayaking with Kevin. Even got to see a manatee! Great shell collection too.
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From $55
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).