- 525 Newport Dr - We offer a variety of kayak tours, but if you are looking to kayak amongst the majestic manatees, this is the best area in Southwest Florida to do it. (For the true Everglades experience, however, check out our Mangrove Tunnel Tours*). On this adventure we paddle through a sawgrass prairie, mangrove tunnels, and small open lakes on our search for wildlife, hoping to see wading birds feeding on fish, alligators basking in the sun, and the elusive manatee.
We do want to mention that this trip is different from our Everglades trips in a few ways. First of all, the wildlife is not as predictable and there tends to be slightly less biodiversity. Secondly, there are tides and winds that can make the paddling require more energy than our slow water Everglades trips. Finally, the end of the tour will take us to a small, quaint neighborhood canal in Port of the Islands. This is the place where we (as well as other companies) see the most manatees in the Naples/Marco Island area. They love to bask in the warm water here. That being said, this tour is very unique and very beautiful. It offers serenity and solitude and beautiful sandy island beaches to paddle by.
- Complimentary guest parking and kayak launch fees
- Delicious snacks including Cliff Bars, fruit leathers, nut mix, and more
- Dry bags and waterproof phone cases provided
- Access to the most stable and comfortable kayaks
- Bottled water available
- Change of clothes of you get dirty or wet for after the trip
- Shoes you don’t mind get dirty or wet (water shoes, old tennis shoes, flip flops)
- Towel (just in case for after the trip)
If your wish is to spot a manatee while kayaking, our location offers the prime opportunity. We’re one of only two outfitters who take this unique path in pursuit of witnessing manatees, providing a serene journey unlike any other through the labyrinth of sawgrass fields and jungle-like tunnels of mangroves. After your adventure, we allocate around 30 minutes for observing alligators and manatees in the port of the isle canal; manatees particularly adore this area due to the warm water conditions. We’re proud to be the sole operator in Florida holding all three permits for Everglades, Naples, and Marco Island. With our limited group sizes, superior tour options, high-quality kayaks, and industry-leading guides, we’ve been setting the ‘Gold Standard’ in the kayaking industry for over a decade and a half.
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