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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Debby_s
May 28, 2024
Great kayak experience! - Awesome kayak tour through the mangroves with excellent guide! Highly recommend. Very peaceful, informative and fun!
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750dond
May 26, 2024
Let's all do the Mangrove Shuffle - The kayak through the mangrove forest was itself a great experience and made even better by our guide, Mark. Who knew there was so much to learn about these incredible plants and the environment they create for others. We are occasional kayakers but the tandem inflatables are by far the best we have experienced and were relatively easy to manoeuvre through the narrow tunnels which are a major feature. The parting gift of a organic honey and a link to a photo album of our trip was very much appreciated. Would easily do it all and more again.
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Tour68652390988
May 18, 2024
A great memory we will never forget! - It was a great experience that I'll remember for a long time! Great for beginners also. Mark & Fabia were down to earth, very informative about Florida's history and nature. We had a wonderful time getting to hold tiny crabs and Jelly fish along the way. The kayaks were very nice and easy to navigate especially for a beginner like myself. Mark and Fabia were great communicators with planning and making sure you made it to the right area on the day of launch. I definitely recommend these guys and will make sure to come back again with my girls!
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Rickim504
May 11, 2024
KAYAKING In Florida, Peaceful Mangroves - What an Amazing Kayaking Tour! We had the most wonderful time on this kayaking adventure. It was the perfect blend of relaxation and learning new things. The tour was incredibly peaceful without being crowded, allowing us to really soak in the beautiful surroundings. Our guide Mark was simply fantastic! He shared so many fascinating details about the area's nature and mangroves in such an engaging way. His passion for the outdoors really shone through and made the experience that much more enjoyable. For anyone looking to get off the beaten path and experience something truly special, I can't recommend this kayaking tour enough. It's a must-do for those craving a non-commercialized adventure that connects you with nature. We'll definitely be back!
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Trip03941067750
May 4, 2024
Great Time & Experience - Mark the owner & guide was outstanding and so knowledgeable about the mangroves & area. He was very kind, funny and so interesting to listen too. I took my brother & his wife and we all learned a great deal. This excursion is well worth taking. I wasnt certain about how tired I might be I chose this shorter one. ADDITIONALLY: DO NOT BE AFRAID. Admittedly: I was a bit concerned to start with, but there is nothing to be concerned about, even if you were to fall in: you would just stand up and get back in. However the kayaks are very stable and comfortable. So whether you are old or younger you will enjoy this excursion and believe me I am 75 & it's not too physical. :-)
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Nette19
Apr 29, 2024
Great Trip! - The 2-Hour Kayak Jungle Tour was amazing. Mark was a fabulous guide. His narration was informative and interesting. Rivers to Ocean Kayaking is very professional, Mark had every thing set up and waiting for us when we arrived, and thought of every detail. He contacted us prior to the trip with info and took photos and videos as we were kayaking. We look forward to booking the 4-Hour trip next time we are in Fort Pierce and will recommend to family & friends. Thank you Mark for a great time.
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Tiqr
Apr 25, 2024
Had a Lovely Morning on the Water - Wonderful trip with some family members from out of town. We did the 2 hour tour, we were on time constraints, but will definitely be back for one of the longer tours. Mark was a great guide, it was a very informative trip. He was also helpful with kayaking tips for beginners. Easy trip, not strenuous if you want to get close to nature but dont want to do a lot of heavy paddling.
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Slabins
Apr 24, 2024
A wonderful kayak trip - We had such a nice time on this kayak trip. My young kids loved it! The got to splash about on a sandbar and look for fish and crabs. It was a very relaxing afternoon. We all enjoyed the trip.
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Bill_c
Apr 20, 2024
Mark was personable and... - Mark was personable and very knowledgeable about the ecology of the area, able to identify the various species of plant and animal life.He also gave an interesting over view of the history dating back to the Indian tribes that inhabited the area Plan on returning with my family
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Sandralf6176lp
Apr 17, 2024
It was amazing from start to finish! We learned so much about this beauty within Fort Pierce! - This was an amazing kayak guided tour! Mark was very knowledgeable about this region and taught us a lot about the Mangroves and the invasive plants. We even got to hold a small jellyfish, which doesn’t sting you. We highly recommend this tour!
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