Fort Pierce Jungle Tour: Prehistoric Preserve Exploration
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Fort Pierce
Embark on a prehistoric adventure through a secluded mangrove jungle in Fort Pierce. Glide through narrow tree tunnels, explore sandbars, and observe diverse wildlife.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • 4743 N Hwy A1A - Your guide will lead you from a well-hidden prehistoric archaeological site launching area into the aquatic preserve, unveiling a rustic setting of a protected and untouched tropical mangrove “jungle”.

Drift along the gently flowing waters, embraced by the tranquility and protection of the dense jungle. Venture into secluded waterways and witness the local avian life soaring high above and hiding amidst the lush foliage. Prepare for an invigorating kayak adventure through fully shaded low hanging tree canopied passages barely wide-enough for your kayak.

This secluded jungle remains untouched by motorized watercraft, shielded by shallow water, sandbars, enclosed low overhead tunnels and extremely narrow pristine waterways. You can hear the faintest sounds of nature in this protected aquatic preserve.

As you emerge from the mangroves, a winding open waterway beckons, inviting you to explore tannin-colored shallow sandbars teeming with fascinating marine life like stingrays, puffer fish, and crabs. Observe ibises, egrets, herons, woodpeckers and other birds in their daily routines.

Enjoy this ecological gem just a few miles from the bustling Fort Pierce inlet.

What's Included
  • Premium 13- or 16-foot kayaks with ample space
  • Comfortable elevated high back support chairs
  • Lightweight Aqua Bound Carbon Fiber paddles (28 ounces)
  • Provided life vests for safety
  • Dry bags to keep belongings secure
What's Not Included
  • Snacks
Additional Information

No charge for kids 11 and under!

Embark on a spectacular adventure back in time, beginning at a remote prehistoric archaeological and aquatic sanctuary, a mangrove forest just a stone’s throw away from the lively Fort Pierce inlet. This untouched wilderness, starkly differing from tourist hubs, remains pristine, its inaccessibility to motorized boats keeping it off the common tourist trails. Navigate through the complex maze of natural, unaltered, fully-canopied waterways bordered by low-hanging trees. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery, the sounds of undisturbed nature, and the serenity of this extraordinary retreat.

Venturing out of the dense mangroves, a serpentine waterway unveils, leading you to explore shallow sandbars teeming with intriguing miniature marine life. Witness a variety of airborne wildlife, from the majestic great blue heron to small songbirds, as they carry out their daily activities.

Location
4743 N Hwy A1A
North Highway A1A
Saint Lucie County Indian River Lagoon at the Queens Island Preserve. Pull Through main lot and go down drive to kayak/canoe launch.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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R3575kslorim
Mar 27, 2024
Best activity in Florida - This was one of the best activities I have done in the last 3 years in Florida. Mark and his wife were wonderful. So informative, personable and patient. The video they made for me afterward was the best.
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577briant
Mar 20, 2024
Jungle tour - No experience necessary! It was very enjoyable, relaxing and informative! Mark was fun and was wonderful with the kids too! Highly recommended....would give it ten stars if I could☀️
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F4968tjthomasc
Mar 19, 2024
Great time - Excellent time, learned a lot Next time will take the longer tour. Beautiful and educational. Highly recommend it for anyone who enjoys kayaking
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Sheila_r
Mar 19, 2024
Wonderful experience - Our family had a wonderful time on this Kayak trip. It was very educational, fun, and beautiful 😍. The kayaks were spacious and comfortable with plenty of room for our whole family. Mark was a pleasure book/Kayak with from the very beginning with wonderful instructions and directions to end with follow up and pictures!
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Kimd546
Mar 19, 2024
Choose This Tour!! - What a great time! Mark and his lovely wife Fabia were expert guides thru the mangroves. Even though it was 20mph winds we were on calm waters in the mangroves. We received great education while having a load of fun. Even though we were all novice kayakers we had a safe and fun time. Would do this tour again!
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Peter
Mar 18, 2024
Experience a unique ecosystem with kind and knowledgable guide! - Mark provided an educational and joyful experience in this peaceful place of indigenous history and unique ecosystem. Fully recommend to experienced and non-experienced kayakers of all ages!
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Alluchona
Mar 13, 2024
What a wonderful moment! - The time has come to return to France... And we take stock of our best moments. This timeless kayak trip in the mangroves was wonderful, enriching in every way. Marc and Fabia are fabulous nature-loving guides, they transported us into this wildlife full of surprises... A big thank you to you! Don't hesitate; young or old, with family, or as a couple, to experience a magical moment!
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O6047hvlynnh
Mar 10, 2024
Amazing, personalized, hands-on adventure! - Wow, what an amazing, personalized, hands-on adventure, with our top-of-the-line guide, Mark. This trip is extremely senior friendly with comfortable seats. It’s a way to get up and close to the mangroves and learn about how everything in our environment is connected. This was one of the best trips I’ve been on… Unrushed, and with very clear and detailed instructions. I recommend this to families, friends, seniors, young adults. Everyone will enjoy this trip.
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James
Mar 6, 2024
10/10 amazing to see the natural Everglades of Florida - Such a great experience. I’m from New York so I never saw the Everglades before. It was very educational, I learned a lot about the sustainability of the natural Everglades of Florida! We were able to see some amazing wildlife as well. Next time I would definitely want to try a 6 or 8 hour tour. I highly recommend this place.
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Z3444dcaustinc
Mar 6, 2024
2 Hour Jungle Tour - The kayaking experience was excellent! I had a lot of fun. I got to learn so many things about the mangroves, and the environment. The hands on experience from holding crabs, snails, and small mangrove trees was amazing! I highly recommend it, it was very involving.
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