Guided Island Eco Tour - CLEAR or Standard Kayak or Board
Experience the natural beauty and marine life of Southwest Florida up-close with a CLEAR kayak or Paddleboard! Don't just take our word on what an awesome tour this is... see our TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Award for 2022! We are in the top 10% of all worldwide tours!
Our Five-Star guided eco-tours and rentals take you through Estero Bay and the Gulf of Mexico’s most incredible paddling routes... including mangrove tunnels, secluded beaches, and prime shelling areas! Our area is prime habitat for dolphins (year round) and manatees (more abundant in warm water months).
We use top quality standard kayaks and paddleboards that are comfortable and easy to paddle. We now have CLEAR kayaks & paddleboards too!
Complementary photos included!
Description
Itinerary
Join us for a guided eco tour at Big Hickory Island in Bonita Springs. Choose a standard or CLEAR kayak or paddleboard. We'll paddle at a relaxed pace in search of dolphins, birds, and manatees while sharing local eco-system info.
We are open 7 days a week and promise to provide you with exceptional service so come on out and let us show you how easy it is to get out and have some fun on the water! Our paddling routes are some of the best in Southwest Florida and allow you to experience the mangroves trails and tunnels, the Gulf of Mexico, and the beautiful Estero Bay estuary!
During a guided eco-tour you will have the chance to be up close with marine life and it’s quite common to see dolphins, and sometimes manatees (summer).
We suggest you bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, bottled water, and water shoes.
Please note that CLEAR kayaks have a total passenger weight limit of 425 pounds per boat and a maximum of 250 pounds per seat. Our Standard single and tandem kayaks have higher limits... please contact us if you have any concerns.
Minimum age is 3 years old. We have youth sized PFDs but suggest that parents provide a quality, fitted PFD for children under 50 pounds.
Inclusions
- PFDs, dry boxes, map + wildlife guide
- Complementary tour photos
- Free Parking
Exclusions
- Gratuities
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Operates
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Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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