Mangrove Tunnels & Mudflats Kayak Tour – Local Biologist Guides

Join SWFL’s only active local biologist guides for an adventure through the Rookery Bay Reserve at the start of the 10,000 islands on the #1 Kayaking Tour in the USA (USAToday)! Paddle to beautiful mangrove tunnels, teeming mudflats, and intricate oyster reefs while searching for amazing wildlife like sea stars, large snails, birds, dolphin and manatee! FREE HD PHOTOGRAPHY of you and your family exploring this beautiful area is provided on every adventure. Single Kayaks are provided for all paddlers. For children under 12 contact us directly. Perfect for the first-time paddler and the pro. Get out and explore the calm backwaters of Southwest Florida with Naples and Marco Island’s only biologist guides! Book your tour today! PLEASE ARRIVE 30 MINUTES BEFORE LAUNCH TIME. Additional availabilities, tandem kayaks, children’s tickets (under 12), boat tours, and additional kayak tours including sunset tours are available for reservation by phone or website only. Call to reserve!

Itinerary

What’s included

• REAL Local Biologist Guides with Master's Degrees
• FREE Admission to the Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center
• FREE PHOTOGRAPHY – Available for free download after your adventure
• Single-Seater Kayak with high back seats, cup holder, and room for storage (ages 12+)
• Low Profile Paddling Life Vests, & Dry Bags
• A real adventure with the most awesome science nerds in the land!

Not Included

• Water is not included. Please bring plenty of water to drink
• Sunscreen
• Proper Clothing & Footwear – Flip flops are okay, but not ideal
• For children under 12 or tandem kayak requests, please contact us directly
• Cash for Gratuity – Gratuity is customary and much appreciated by our hard working biologist guides
• Parking Fees

Additional Information

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Tandem kayaks & Children's tickets (under 12) are available for reservation by phone only. Call to reserve!
• The Isle of Capri Paddlecraft Park requires a $10 Parking Pass per vehicle if you do not have a Collier County Beach Parking Sticker
• Must be able to paddle a kayak for 2 – 3 hours
• Weight in excess of 250lbs must call for special accommodations
• Children under 3 are not permitted
• Children under 12 must ride in a tandem kayak with an adult
• If cancelled due to weather or dangerous conditions, you will be offered to reschedule or be provided with a full refund
• Maximum group size of 12 paddlers

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 arrive 30 minutes prior to launch time for check in, equipment, introduction, and a breif paddle instruction before launching promptly at the listed launch time.

Age Policy

Adult: 12–99 years