3 Hour Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Eco Tour

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This is a wonderful alternative to an airboat ride … quiet, peaceful and surreal. It is a leisurely paddle experience with a naturalist guide who throughout the tour will be interpreting and explaining what you are seeing. It is a great learning experience in a very unique part of the Everglades. The Everglades is a vast and varied ecosystem containing the largest mangrove forest in North America. Throughout the forest are brackish "lakes" whose waters are a mix of "sweet" fresh water and salt water. They are refuges and nursery grounds for alligators, herons, egrets, stilts, ducks, wood storks, spoonbills, otters, orchids and bromeliads and a gamut of fishes. Interconnecting these lakes are narrow, flowing tidal creeks. The mangrove forest grows to the very edge and over the tops of these creeks forming a canopy or a tunnel. The dense canopy regulates moisture and humidity allowing to thrive.

Note: June through October, we suggest the morning experiences due to the weather.

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Service animals allowed

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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

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

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Everglades Area Tours

Located just a 1.5-hour drive south of Fort Myers lie the incredible Florida Everglades. On this 3.5-hour eco-tour, enjoy a kayak adventure through the lush mangrove tunnels and discover the area’s diverse ecosystem. Your tour will begin with a brief introduction on how to maneuver your single-person kayak (no experience required). Once you feel comfortable with the kayak, paddle down the lake and arrive at a narrow entryway, where the mangrove tunnels form a canopy approximately 10 feet (3 meters) overhead. This is one of the largest mangrove forests in North America! Follow your naturalist guide as you explore the vast and varied ecosystem and keep your eyes out for herons, egrets, ducks, spoonbills, alligators, otters and a variety of fish species. Along the way, your guide will provide an interesting, informative overview of the area and its incredible ecosystem.

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Professional guide

Kayaking equipment and safety briefing

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Food and drinks

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3 Hour Guided Kayak Tour

Đánh giá

4.93

350 đánh giá

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Really fun, peaceful, educational kayak trip
charlesdeseg,,22 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
This was an exceptional experience. We were lucky with the weather, admittedly, but bright blue skies and pleasant temperatures are what Florida is known for in January. We saw alligators up close (as in, perhaps 10 feet away), great blue herons, egrets, little blue herons, a snake, and plenty more. Our kids (aged 9 and 13) had a great time doing "monkey bars" on the mangroves to help propel the kayak along in the parts where the river was more closed in by the trees. The trip takes places on the Turner River Paddling Trail, which is slightly to the north east of Everglades City. It was almost exactly 3 hours long, and we had 3 other two person kayaks with us. Our guide had completed the Florida Master Naturalist program, and gave excellent, age-appropriate answers to our (and our kids') questions. One of my favorite parts was a discussion of two co-habiting trees - one was a tropical tree, at the northern edge of its range; the other found in temperate climates, and the very southern edge of its range. The two trees together hosted several other plants on their branches. All in all, educational, peaceful, relaxing and fun. It certainly felt more in tune with nature than an air boat ride, which are loud and fast.
Great experience
Beverly B,,7 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
Chris was an amazing navigator through the mangrove trail. His knowledge of the foliage is vast. We really enjoyed the experience and will do this excursion again! Paul and Beverly B
Absolutely worth seeing
G6288JVirisw,,6 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour was absolutely worth seeing. Everything was as discussed and booked. A great guide who knew a lot about the flora and fauna. I would do this trip again and again and recommend them to anyone
A wonderful multi-generational experience
J1126LPpeters,,1 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
This is an incredible way to experience the Everglades "up close and personal - don't miss this opportunity! Our fabulous guide Chris shared his love and knowledge of the unique flora and fauna. We got (respectfully) close to alligators of all sizes - from 12 inches to 15 feet. Our group (grandparents, parents, and kids age d 7 to 11) all had a great time! Highly recommended!
Amazing experience with our guide Chris
Paulinchen273,,30 thg 12, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
We didn't expect as much before so that we're positively surprised from the amazing tour. We were a small group that made it much more special. Chris is a fantastic enthusiastic guide - we've learned a lot about the ecosystem.
Kayak mangroves Everglades
Oscar P,,22 thg 12, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
This was a very special unique experience. Not only a chance to kayak through parts of the Everglades and tall grasses, but also through the mangrove tunnels, which was very special and unique.
Just book it!
535ankity,,20 thg 12, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
4.00
This tour was really the highlight of our trip to the Everglades! Our guide Chris Thorn was very knowledgeable on all of the plant and wild life and encouraged us to ask a lot of questions. The kayaking itself was very fun and the mangrove tunnels were mesmerizing. This tour is a must do when visiting the glades!
What a great tour! The...
Olesya P,,29 thg 11, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
What a great tour! The guide was knowledgeable of the complex Everglades ecosystem and both showed himself and inspired in us a sincere appreciation of its beauty. This was definitely the highlight of our Florida trip!
Amazing Everglade tour
Sergey T,,6 thg 11, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
It was an amazing time with Chris. He was our guide, very knowledgeable about the area and took us to some beautiful places. Definitely going to do this again if I’m gonna be in the area really cool experience.
A successful evening adventure
A2944JZpatrikk,,14 thg 9, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
We had an absolutely great canoe tour of the Everglades! Our guide Guy was just fantastic. He took an incredible amount of time to respond to our questions and wishes, and responded fully to our pace. As a result, we were able to enjoy the unique nature in peace and quiet and got exciting insights into the animal and plant world. The tour was perfectly organized, very relaxed and at the same time full of exciting discoveries. We felt completely comfortable and had an unforgettable time – highly recommended!