Amelia Island Tour: Serene Waterway Exploration

Explore Amelia Island’s serene waterways with expert guides. Spot wildlife, enjoy peaceful trails, and experience eco-friendly adventures. Perfect for families and solo travelers.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Join the adventure of exploring the Salt Marsh located on the southern edge of Amelia Island within the Timucuan Trail, a National Preservation. Delight in observing the abundant birdlife and aquatic creatures that thrive in this stunning area. The experience is akin to traveling back to prehistoric times, before any development, as you venture into the…

What's Included
  • Paddle board, single kayak, or tandem kayak
  • Includes paddles, leashes (for paddle boards)
  • US Coast Guard approved lifevests
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Discover the natural beauty of Amelia Island! Renowned for its tranquil waterways and expert guides, this adventure provides a perfect mix of relaxation and exploration. Visitors praise the serene salt marsh trails, chances to observe local wildlife, and the welcoming, environmentally-aware staff who make each trip unforgettable. Ideal for families,…

Location
13030 Heckscher Dr
Heckscher Drive
Enter PADL Island nestled between Big Talbot and Little Talbot Island and follow road signs to find us. There is adequate parking on site.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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614hollyd
Apr 3, 2026
Great experience. - Lovely paddle - relaxing and scenic. Padl staff person was very helpful orienting us and providing a lunch recommendation. Thank you!
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Gentryl2026
Mar 29, 2026
Super fun Kayak experience - Webb did a fantastic job hosting us! Made the process so smooth and a lot of fun!
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120peytong
Mar 21, 2026
Amazing Afternoon on the River - Webb was great! We had so much fun and will definitely be back!
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Kaylapn5863xy
Mar 14, 2026
Amazing - Great view, service, and water! Kayaks in good shape too. This is a go-to spot in Amelia Island, hands down!
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Freedom32413078458
Dec 26, 2025
Overall a great experience - Great location, knowledgeable and friendly staff, good prices, easy waiver/sign-up process. Went on a Tuesday afternoon just before the tide was set to come down, even with all that that entails, the staff was helpful with getting us oriented with the local waterways so as to lessen our travails and set us up with tips on local beaches to visit during our brief, afternoon kayak expedition with much success.
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Sarahlh8833oy
Dec 24, 2025
Awesome kayak tour with Buddy - Our kayak tour was amazing! Even better than we hoped it would be. Buddy was incredibly knowledgeable and shared information throughout our whole trip. We saw some wildlife and had the opportunity to paddle through the marsh/seagrass. It was just a wonderful trip. Highly recommend!
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Marykenk
Nov 29, 2025
Kayak tour - Had a wonderful experience touring the Talbot Salt Marsh with Buddy. He’s incredibly informative and passionate, and he shares his knowledge of the area in a way that’s both fun and genuinely caring.
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Erin
Oct 12, 2025
Beautiful Paddle! - My friend and I had an amazing time kayaking here! Lots of birds and fish jumping, and absolutely beautiful scenery paddling through the marshes. The equipment was great and staff was very friendly. A great experience overall!
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Lisa
Oct 7, 2025
Enjoyed our kayak trip - Everyone we spoke to was friendly and provided excellent advice and insight. We rented 1 tandem kayak and went on the south route from the Talbot island office. Buddy gave us directions and a map which kept us on the right route. We went to the river and then turned around. The trip was great and the kayak was comfortable. We saw lots of shore birds including the roseate spoonbill. Very enjoyable 2 hour trip.
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Safari06625266389
Feb 22, 2026
A fun paddle on the marshes - It was fun to see the marshes from a different point of view. Buddy was very knowledgeable and provided some great information about the area, tides and wildlife. Buddy even took pictures for us. He also suggested other things we could do in the area.
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From $25
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).