Mangrove Island Tour: Dolphin Watching Experience

Embark on a thrilling Mangrove Island Tour and experience the magic of dolphin watching. Swim, paddle, and explore enchanting tunnels while immersing yourself in the vibrant biodiversity of this coastal ecosystem.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 3375 N Hwy A1A - Glide across a lagoon to a mangrove island where you will get up close to the mangrove trees, plants, sea birds, and marine life. Your guide will lead you to the best spots, providing informative explanations about the ecology, wildlife, and local history of the area.
    Paddle through calm waters amidst the enchanting mangroves,…
What's Included
  • Spacious 13- or 16-foot kayak ideal for families
  • Comfortable elevated high back support chairs
  • Lightweight carbon fiber paddles (28 ounces)
  • Safety ensured with included life vests
  • Secure your belongings with dry bags
What's Not Included
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
Additional Information

Ages 11 and younger are free!
Explore the beauty of a large shallow sandbar known for its proximity to dolphin sightings. Wade or swim in this ocean-filled lagoon and connect with nature in an unforgettable way. You will enjoy this 4-mile total trip with 2-miles of paddling and 2-miles of relaxing motorized propulsion.
Be mesmerized by the enchanting…

Location
3375 N Hwy A1A
North Highway A1A
Pepper Beach Park Riverside Kayak Launch. Pull Through main lot and go down drive past restroom facility. This is ACROSS the road from the Navy Seal Museum.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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A3245lsdeborahj
Nov 28, 2025
GREAT TRIP! - Our guide, Mark, was very knowledgeable and very personable. It was so interesting to find out about the different mangrove varieties and all the critters living in this ecosystem. Of course the highlight was the dolphins we watched feeding, especially when two of them swam right under the front of the kayak where my grandson sat! HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS TRIP!
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Q5782qydebs
Nov 26, 2025
Wonderful kayaking experience - Rivers to Ocean is the best. Head a great time with Mark and learned so too. Definitely recommend! You will have a fantastic time.
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Qbeew1
Nov 25, 2025
Great experience! - Went with my fiancé and parents and had such a great time. Mark was so lovely and took us out longer than the scheduled time so we could watch the dolphins!
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Tourist462381
Nov 25, 2025
We had a fantastic time on this kayak adventure with Mark. - We had beautiful weather and the trip was quiet and peaceful. We were a small group of 5 in 3 kayaks. Mark is extremely knowledgable and kind and taught us a lot about what we were seeing. He took his time and the trip was not rushed. We saw a stingray, crabs, starfish, and dolphin. Learned lots of fascinating details about mangroves. Loved the comfortable kayaks and the motors we used on our return were amazing. Mark made sure everyone was comfortable and did everything possible to ensure a great time for all. Can't recommend enough! Best kayak adventure we've ever been on. Kudos and thank you Mark!!
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557evanh
Nov 23, 2025
Excellent 4-hour kayak tour - Mark was our tour guide and he gave us a phenomenal experience. He was very knowledgeable about the local wildlife, ensured that everyone got a chance to see what he came across, and made the experience as easy as possible providing canoe motors for the journey back. We saw everything from local birds, blue crabs, mangrove wildlife, starfish, and dolphins! I’d highly recommend this tour for anyone looking to make the most of a morning / afternoon.
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Kirstiec900
Nov 19, 2025
Another fabulous kayaking trip with Mark! We highly recommend him! - This was our second time doing the 4 hour kayaking excursion with Mark. It was our daughter and mother in laws’s first time. Everyone loved it! Mark is so knowledgeable about the water, mangroves and wildlife. We had a great day!
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Robin
Sep 14, 2025
Best day ever! - Mark was so knowledgeable about so many things and shared the information in an interesting way. We did the 4 hour excursion, and even though we had never kayaked before, we felt comfortable with his instructions. He was patient and encouraging. During the portion of the day where we were paddling, he took pictures and videos for us and then airdropped them to our phone. We even got to see a manatee! Mark communicated with us the day prior via email and text. Very thorough and professional. Our trip was definitely personalized. No others had signed up for the day we had booked but he still took us out. So nice! I would definitely recommend Mark and his business, Rivers to Ocean Kayaking, to anyone interested. Thank you again for a wonderful day!
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Paradise777563
Jul 23, 2025
Don’t miss this one! - NOT your typical rushed kayak tour. Don’t even think about going with a different company unless you want something LESS! A truly unique and unforgettable experience. Mark, owner of Rivers to Ocean Kayaking, was so honest with me from the very beginning. My grandniece (15 years old) and I called and left a message to book a 6 or 8 hour tour. When Mark returned my call, he advised me that the waters were experiencing a negative tide and there was not as enough water to navigate and was unable to offer us a 6 or an 8 hour so we booked a 4 hour tour and selected a date (complete honesty). Mark was incredibly equipt (excellent kayaks, extremely light weight paddles, comfortable padded seats with backrests, magnet motorized propellers with wrist controllers) and was very knowledgeable about the area (we were well informed about how to identify and the purpose of protected & invasive animals and wildlife such as; Red Mangroves, Black Mangroves, White Mangroves, Australian Pines, Broadleaf Seagrass, Sea clams, Sea oysters (ex. learned that a single adult oyster can filter up to 50 gallons of water per day, how each Mangrove expels salt and provided us with hands on experiences) Sea grasses, Sea sponges, Sea Purslane, Florida Fighting Conch Shells, Queen Conch Shells, Stiff Pen Shells, Horseshoe Crab, Sea Green Turtles, Puffer Fish, Sting Rays, Striped Mullet, Osprey, Egrets, Blue Cranes, Herons, high tide, low tide and everything in between)and provided great instruction on controlling the kayaks! ​ Our round trip tour began at Pepper Park Beach (where we got in and pushed off from the beautiful shoreline and kayaked pathways along the Fort Pierce inlet area, while learning information on the history of Navy Seals/former Frog Men, the pumping systems and their purpose of controlling mosquito populations) and traveled all the way through the mangroves, several sandbars (where we were able to get out and explore several times) and then on to the intercoastal waterway (where we were able to take a big break, have some snacks from our small cooler and swim). The motorized trip back was super relaxing and allowed for even more time for photos! Mark also texted us photos that he had taken on our trip. We cannot wait to return and do it again! We had a blast!
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837aleshac
Jul 20, 2025
Perfect day! - I had an incredible time on today’s kayak excursion! From start to finish, everything was perfectly organized and so enjoyable. Mark was very friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure everyone felt comfortable, whether you were a beginner or more experienced. The scenery was absolutely stunning — peaceful waters, beautiful wildlife, and a relaxing pace that made it easy to really soak in the experience. I especially appreciated the dry bad Mr Mark offered us. The kayaks were so comfortable with plenty of room. The propeller made the trip so easy and stress free. It was the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation. I would 100% recommend this to anyone looking for a unique way to explore the area. Can’t wait to do it again!
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Courtney
Jul 20, 2025
interesting and exciting - It was a very interesting, and exciting experience. Mark was very knowledgeable and super nice. Would only use Rivers to Ocean kayaking in the future.
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From $79
up to 8 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).