Manatees and Mangrove Tunnels Small Group Kayak Tour

Without question, this tour route is the most unique kayak tour in the area and offers guests with the greatest opportunity to spot bucket list wildlife while visiting the Everglades area. This tour launches from a permit only launch site within the 10,000 Islands Wildlife Refuge. This route requires proper planning and expert knowledge due to the fluctuating tides. No other company is capable or willing to take the time needed for this type of planning. Guests will start their paddle through the salt marsh, a popular feeding zone for numerous long-legged wading birds and river otters. 30 minutes in guests will notice a change in habitat, transitioning into Mangroves, indicating a change in salinity and elevation. This is where you will enter one of the best Mangrove Tunnels in the county. After numerous mangrove tunnels, creeks and ponds and hopefully tons of wildlife guests will then empty out into a manatee safe zone the Faka-union Canal. Year Round expert kayak guides included!

Itinerary

What’s included

• TripAdvisor's Cancelation Policy
• ACA Certified Kayak Guide
• Tandem Kayak (singles not available through TripAdvisor booking)

Not Included

• Gratuities
• No Refund for going to the wrong location Meet us at 25000 Tamiami Trail East, Naples, FL 34114
• Our proprietary automated communication.
• NO REFUNDS WITHIN 24 HOURS OF TOUR

Additional Information

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• We meet all guests inside the hotel lobby at 25000 Tamiami Trail East Naples, FL 34114
• Children 13 and under must ride in a two person kayak with an adult 18 or older.
• At certain tide levels this tour can become more difficult
• Not recommended for guests over 275 pounds. The heavier the kayakers the less stable the kayak.
• Environmental conditions will impact the required fitness level. High winds and strong tides can make this tour more difficult.

Cancellation Policy

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

Cancellation Window	Refund Eligibility
24 hours or more before start time	100% refund (Full refund)
Less than 24 hours before start time	Non-refundable (0%)

This experience may be cancelled due to bad weather.

Important Information

– PLEASE, READ EVERYTHING ON THIS TICKET CAREFULLY. WE DON'T HAVE CONTROL OF WHEN THESE EMAILS ARE SENT, AND OUR TOUR COMPANY ISN'T INCHARGE OF BILLING.

GUESTS MUST ARRIVE 15 MINUTES EARLY. PLAN ACCORDINGLY!
– You will not be allowed to participate if you don't arrive 15 minutes before the tour start time.
– Please, take the arrival time as serious as your would an airport arrival time!
– We shuttle participants to the launch site from our meeting location. This is why you must show up 15 minutes before the tour starts.
– 24-HOUR CANCELLATION IS ENFORCED
– Meet us at 25000 Tamiami Trail East, Naples, Florida 34114. At the Port of the Islands, Everglades Adventure Resort. We are located inside the hotel lobby.
– There are no refunds for going to the wrong launch site.

TO CANCEL OR RESCHEDULE, YOU MUST CONTACT VIATOR/TRIPADVISOR

-Please wear appropriate clothing you won't mind getting a little wet or dirty. Sunscreen, hat, and polarized sunglasses are recommended.

Age Policy

Adult: 6–64 years