Lido Mangrove Kayak Tour: Unique Ecosystem Exploration
4.9
701 Ratings
Sarasota County
Embark on a thrilling Lido Mangrove Kayak Tour and explore a unique ecosystem. Our expert guides will enhance your paddling skills and help you spot fascinating wildlife, including manatees and dolphins.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- 190 Taft Dr - The tour starts at Ted Sperling park and from the launch we begin our adventure. We start by paddling on Sarasota Bay. This shallow water bay is a great place to practice using the equipment and getting some pointers from the guides. Our tour takes us to the canals in front of the mansions on Lido Key and though they are beautiful to look at, our real goal is to spot dolphins and manatees that frequent the area. Keep your eye open for ospreys, bald eagles and cormorants–all of which are often hunting for fish. The highlight of the tour is a paddle through the windy tunnels carved into the mangroves. This unique ecosystem is home to birds, fish, seastars and crabs. Your guide will take you through the maze of mangrove tunnels, pointing out wildlife as you go. At the end of the tour, your guide will take you back to the original launch site.
What's Included
- Double Kayak
- Paddles
- Safety Equipment (Life Jackets, Leashes)
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Additional Information
The mangrove tunnels of Lido are a distinctive and exclusive natural habitat. Our tour guides will ensure you feel comfortable on the water, providing advice to enhance your paddling skills and overall experience. Throughout the journey, the guides will direct your attention to the various wildlife present and will try their hardest to locate manatees and dolphins for the enjoyment of the group.
Location
Turtle Beach
Once you enter Turtle Beach park, go straight until the stop sign. Turn left. The public boat launch will be on your left. Find parking anywhere inside Turtle Beach Park.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(701 Ratings)
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622devlinc
Apr 13, 2024
Excellent Kayak tour. Don’t miss it! - Tim was an excellent tour guide! We were able to see several manatees on the tour. Saw several nesting birds as well. Towards the end of the trip we arrived to a remote beach. Can only arrive by boat where we found a large amount of sea shells! My kids really enjoyed collecting them! Will definitely come back!
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Compass37541846321
Apr 7, 2024
Very Recommendable - Great Experience! Very well organized, great tour guide! We have seen Pelicans, an eagle, jumping fish, manatees, snakes
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Arobson17626
Apr 5, 2024
Fantastic guide, great for all ages - Sawyer was an excellent guide. Great knowledge of the local wildlife and super helpful. He was so kind helping my 74 yo Mum who was struggling. It was a great activity and we would totally recommend it.
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Sonya_j
Apr 4, 2024
Kayaking through the mangroves - We had a wonderful kayak trip exploring mangroves and visiting a beautiful beach. Our guide Sophia was very informative and made the trip extra special with her many insights. Highly recommended!
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Alexandram970
Apr 3, 2024
Fun Familu Adventure - Tim was an awesome tour guide. Loved the beach we visited and how peaceful the experience was. Can do with kids ages 4 -6 too!
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Ashley_b
Apr 3, 2024
Amazing experience - Sophie was an excellent guide ! She was very knowledgeable and fun! We went to a cute hidden beach that was BEAUTIFUL! It had Caribbean vibes ! The water was so blue ! 10/10 recommend ! We didn’t get to see any manatee, the water gets to cold for them in the winter and they swim further south so that was a bummer but we he entire experience was definitely worth it!
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B6090wjanneh
Apr 1, 2024
Great, relaxing tour and beach visit - We had a great tour of the mangroves and visit to the beautiful hidden beach! Saw a snowy egret, an osprey nest with babies, and lots of fish. Aaron was a very good guide. Thank you!
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Jennifer_z
Apr 1, 2024
A Perfect Morning Exploration - The stop at the hidden beach and a bit of time to play in the Gulf waves was so much fun. Mostly getting into the natural mangrove caves was so cool! Our tour guide was great and made the whole thing fun. I kayak a lot at home and this was a great way to explore a new area when I don’t have my own kayak in tow! Very reasonable pricing. Thanks!
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Cindy_m
Mar 31, 2024
Great adventure and tour guide - Tim was a great tour guide. We paddled through the mangroves and he was very knowledgeable and shared great information. We then went to the shark tank and on to the beach. Was very enjoyable and would definitely recommend.
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Kristin_h
Mar 30, 2024
Great tour of mangrove tunnels! - Bummed we didn't see a manatee but our tour guide was very knowledgeable and it was an enjoyable experience.
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