Rookery Bay Kayak Tour: Explore Mangrove Ecosystem
4.9
287 Ratings
Naples
Join our fun and educational Rookery Bay Kayak Tour to explore the fascinating mangrove ecosystem. Suitable for all skill levels, this two-hour tour offers encounters with diverse wildlife and a glimpse into the area's rich history.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve - Paddle through mangrove tunnels, see local wildlife such as birds, sea creatures, dolphins and manatees.
What's Included
  • Life preservers, paddles, dry bags
  • Photos of your tour
  • Paddling instructions and safety briefing
  • Guidance by biologists and Florida naturalists
What's Not Included
  • Parking Fee of $10
  • Bottled water
Additional Information

Join our Eco Kayak Tour, hosted by our entertaining herpetologist guide who will ensure you have a fun time throughout the journey! This adventure is designed for people of all ages and varying kayaking skills, from novices to experts! Our guide will lead a two-hour exploration of the mangrove tunnels, imparting valuable knowledge about the local ecosystem and the area’s history. Paddling through the tranquil waters of The Rookery Bay and the Ten Thousand Islands ecosystem, you’ll get to see a variety of bird species and small animals inhabiting the immaculate subtropical mangrove forest estuary. The Rookery Bay National Estuarine Reserve is among the few untouched mangrove estuaries left in North America. As a souvenir of your journey, you will receive pictures taken by our guide during the tour!

We welcome guests aged 4 years and above.

  • Minimum age of 4 years old. Parent or older sibling (age 15+) will need to accompany child on kayak
  • Please note that a ticket must be purchased for every individual in your party, this includes children
  • Must bring water and snacks as there is no concession available at the park.
  • Not recommended for guests with recent surgeries
Location
1295 Capri Blvd
Capri Boulevard
Parking Fee: If you don't have a Collier County Beach Permit, a $10 Parking Fee must be paid at the parking meter. Please display the ticket on your dashboard on a clear visible area.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(287 Ratings)
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Ann
Apr 9, 2024
Great tour. - This was a great kayak tour. Our guide, Elliot, so knowledgeable and informative. We had a great time. I would highly recommend this tour.
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Mariabt7836no
Apr 8, 2024
Very educational! - Matt was so knowledgeable! My kids loved asking him all kinds of questions about aquatic and reptile animals. Would definitely recommend!
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21americanp
Apr 8, 2024
Highly recommend the kayaking trip! - One of the best things we did on vacation. Elliot was an amazing guide and took time to teach us about the plants and animals and the area. So much fun and highly recommend!
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C6583adjanett
Apr 6, 2024
Kayak and lunch Marco Island - Matt was an excellent tour guide. Great tour. Highly recommend it! Plus go to Gypsy Island restaurant for lunch afterwards!
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Blue_b
Apr 4, 2024
Great tour of mangroves and tidal delta - Matt was a Great tour guide! We learned about large snails and mangroves and paddled some cool little mangrove channels. Perfect length of time.
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C6588ifirinad
Apr 3, 2024
Best kayak tour on Marco Island - Just went on a kayak tour with Florida Adventures and had an incredible experience. The tour guide took us through mesmerizing sights, his instructions were clear, very easy to follow. He was also very knowledgeable about Marco Island waters and wild life. We had so much fun! Kids want to do it again.
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Michelleor9601ah
Mar 29, 2024
A Great Excursion - The reviews are spot on - Matt is great. This tour is great. Go for it! A few things to note: -We went on a windier day and the paddle back was a bit intense. I loved the exercise and chance to work off some of my vacation treats. Our guide made sure nobody was left behind. -I am a plus sized woman and am sometimes intimidated by what I will find regarding life jacket sizes, equipment limits etc. I should not have worried about it. It was a non-issue.
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J2671epbent
Mar 26, 2024
Fun for the Whole Family! - The naturalist was very informative and educational. Even though we weren't able to spot any manatees we saw several interesting creatures (including my favorite, the batfish!). We were thankful for the guide who helped tow back a couple in our group as the wind was pretty strong the day we went out.
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Chris_c
Mar 22, 2024
Guide was very... - Guide was very knowledgeable friendly and informative I never received the photos the was told that I would receive by email
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Thebearsfan79
Mar 28, 2024
Not a good experience - We had a really bad experience and would not go back. It was a moderately windy day and my young son and I are admittedly not the best kayakers, but the wind made the kayaking extremely challenging. We fell behind, got blown out into the middle of the lake alone and were left behind by the guide. Eventually made it back exhausted with my son crying.
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