• Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve - After exploring the mangrove tunnels with the only biologist guides in Naples & Marco, visit our partners at the Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center and enjoy FREE ADMISSION with the purchase of your tour ticket to explore their exhibits, aquariums, art gallery, theater, and hiking trails!

Be sure to ask about becoming a member of the Friends of Rookery Bay to further support the Reserve, gain access to special programs, events, volunteer opportunities, and discounts on tours, rentals, and at the nature store!

• FREE Admission to the Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center
• FREE PHOTOGRAPHY - Available for free download after your adventure
• Single-Seater Kayak with high back seats, cup holder, and room for storage (ages 12+)
• REAL Local Biologist Guides with Degrees
• Low Profile Paddling Life Vests, & Dry Bags
• A real adventure with the most awesome science nerds in the land!

• Cash for Gratuity - Gratuity is customary and much appreciated by our hard working biologist guides
• For children under 12 or tandem kayak requests, please contact us directly
• Water is not included. Please bring plenty of water to drink

Join the only active local biologist guides in SWFL for an exciting journey through the Rookery Bay Reserve, marking the beginning of the 10,000 islands on the top-rated Kayaking Tour in the USA (USAToday)! Paddle through stunning mangrove tunnels, lively mudflats, and complex oyster reefs while spotting incredible wildlife such as sea stars, large snails, birds, dolphins, and manatees! Enjoy FREE HD PHOTOGRAPHY of you and your family as you explore this breathtaking area on every adventure.

Single kayaks are available for all paddlers. For children under 12, please contact us directly. Ideal for both beginners and experienced paddlers. Discover the serene backwaters of Southwest Florida with the only biologist guides in Naples and Marco Island! Book your tour today! PLEASE ARRIVE 30 MINUTES BEFORE LAUNCH TIME.

Additional options, including tandem kayaks, children’s tickets (under 12), boat tours, and extra kayak tours such as sunset tours, can be reserved by phone or through our website only. Call to book your spot!

• Tandem kayaks & Children’s tickets (under 12) are available for reservation by phone only. Call to reserve!
• The launch location is primitive and deep within Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve and DOES NOT have a restroom.
• Bring Proper Clothing & Footwear - Flip flops are okay, but not ideal
• Children under 12 must ride in a tandem kayak with an adult
• Children under 3 are not permitted
• If cancelled due to weather or dangerous conditions, you will be offered to reschedule or be provided with a full refund
• Maximum group size of 12 paddlers
• Must be able to paddle a kayak for 2 - 3 hours
• Weight in excess of 250lbs must call for special accommodations

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