2Hour Everglades Kayak Safari Adventure Through Mangrove Tunnels
Overview
Are you looking for a peaceful and easy paddle to see the most wildlife in Southwest Florida? If so, please join us in our 17th year of business on our award-winning 2 hour kayaking adventure with the most comfortable and stable boats on the market. This Everglades Safari/ kayaking adventure is best location for a great introductory paddle into this mesmerizing freshwater ecosystem and the mangrove tunnels. Our Professional naturalist guides will take you to seldom seen parts of the Everglades where you’ll paddle past cypress trees laden with dangling Spanish moss, alligators sunning on the side of the river, and birds looking for lunch. This freshwater river is, hands down, the best place to see wildlife in Southwest Florida with three different ecosystems in one tour. This trip is an excellent choice for families with younger children, people in a time crunch for dinner plans or longer drive back to Miami or Naples, and people that can't sit down for more than two hours.
What's Included
- Snacks Great variety of snack options such as Granola Bars, nuts, and fruit Leather
- Bottled water
- Dry bags and dry boxes for cameras, phones or anything else you want to keep dry
- Dry boxes for electronics that you may choose to bring
- Safety Instruction and Paddle Talk before the adventure
- Comfortable and Stable Kayaks with adjustable seats and high quality lifejackets
- Professional Naturalist Guide that will show you this amazing area in a fun and safe way!
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
32016 Tamiami Trail East
Everglades City, FL 34139, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
On this 2 hour kayak adventure guests will have a chance to paddle past, wading birds hunting, turtles, songbirds, orchids, air plants, amazing mangrove tunnels, and our famous alligators basking in the sun. This river is the best way to see the Everglades and its ecosystems in the most comfortable kayaks on the market. The river we paddle on is the best way to see the Everglades in a unique way. Our professional naturalist guides are the top in their field with their knowledge and abilities. During this adventure the guides will teach our guests everything thing they need to know about paddling and will give a wonderful interpretation of the Everglades Ecosystem. Our group size is the smallest on the river making for a personalized experience.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Personal item to bring: Medication (inhalers, epi-pens etc...), change of clothes if needed
- Things to bring: Sunscreen (at least SPF 45), Bug spray, Sunglasses, Hat for sun protection
- Clothes and shoes (flip flops, water shoes, or old sneakers) that you don’t mind getting dirty
Frequently Asked Questions (12)
Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
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Activity code: C-175241P15
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Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 19 traveler reviews collected by Cool Marco Island and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (12)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Marco Island customers.
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The maximum weight capacity for kayaking is 340 lbs / 154 kg.
Nov 2021No experience is necessary! Beginners are welcome on all of our kayak tours. Most of our guests have never been in a sea kayak before. Anyone in average physical condition may join a kayak tour. If you can hike or bike, you can paddle our sea kayaks. You do not need any swimming skills either.
The only prerequisite is a healthy spirit of curiosity and adventure.
Regardless of age or skill level you will find that our expeditions offer enough flexibility to make your experience with us safe and rewarding. We will show you proper sea kayaking technique and water safety before leaving the beach. And your expert guides will be with you throughout the adventure to give you pointers and improve your skills.
Sep 2022Your safety is Cool Marco Island’s number one concern. In general, sea kayaking is safer than most other outdoor pursuits, even bicycling.
Jan 2023If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Snacks. Great variety of snack options such as Granola Bars, nuts, and fruit Leather.
- Bottled water.
- Dry bags and dry boxes for cameras, phones or anything else you want to keep dry.
- Dry boxes for electronics that you may choose to bring.
- Safety Instruction and Paddle Talk before the adventure.
- Comfortable and Stable Kayaks with adjustable seats and high quality lifejackets.
- Professional Naturalist Guide that will show you this amazing area in a fun and safe way!.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 2Hour Everglades Kayak Safari Adventure Through Mangrove Tunnels is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 2Hour Everglades Kayak Safari Adventure Through Mangrove Tunnels will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Marco Island. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- SnacksGreat variety of snack options such as Granola Bars, nuts, and fruit Leather
- Bottled water
- Dry bags and dry boxes for cameras, phones or anything else you want to keep dry
- Dry boxes for electronics that you may choose to bring
- Safety Instruction and Paddle Talk before the adventure
- Comfortable and Stable Kayaks with adjustable seats and high quality lifejackets
- Professional Naturalist Guide that will show you this amazing area in a fun and safe way!
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Personal item to bring: Medication (inhalers, epi-pens etc...), change of clothes if needed
- Things to bring: Sunscreen (at least SPF 45), Bug spray, Sunglasses, Hat for sun protection
- Clothes and shoes (flip flops, water shoes, or old sneakers) that you don’t mind getting dirty
