Sarasota Clear Kayak Tour: Explore Mangroves & Marine Life
4.9
29 Ratings
Osprey

Embark on a thrilling clear kayak tour in Sarasota! Explore mangrove tunnels, spot dolphins and manatees, search for shark teeth, and relax on Turtle Beach. Book now!

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Jim Neville Marine Preserve - Discover the enchanting mangrove forests and tunnels of the Jim Neville Preserve in a completely transparent kayak. Accompanied by an expert guide or naturalist, learn fascinating facts and history about this unique area of wild Florida. From diverse wildlife to lush mangroves, every aspect is covered!
What's Included
  • Clear Kayak
  • Safety Equipment
  • Personal Flotation Device (PFD)
  • Whistle
  • Paddle
  • Professional Guide
What's Not Included
  • Water, tip for your guide
Additional Information

Embark on an exciting adventure in a completely transparent kayak! Our knowledgeable guides, who are also naturalists, will lead you on a unique kayak ecotour! Glide through the magical mangrove forests of Jim Neville Marine Preserve located at the southern tip of Siesta Key, and then discover the pristine white sands of Midnight Pass! As you paddle…

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Location
400 Palmetto Ave
Palmetto Avenue
Please follow signs to the Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast. Once there please park outside the black metal gates in the gravel parking lot. Grab your water bottle + walk down the drive way towards the two-story brick home with white pillars. Head to the dock to the left of the home.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Leedsruth
Jul 21, 2025
Stunning views, friendly and knowledgeable guide. Thanks Cheyann! - Such a fun trip! Cheyann was our guide and was so patient with me and my son as we learned how to do it... we kind of got there in the end! Cheyann was really generous with her time and knowledge and shared some fascinating facts about the Manatees and birds that live in the area. We had time to snorkel in the lovely clear water and found some great shells. Cheyann found some sharks teeth which she let my son take home! Would definitely recommend this tour if you're in the area.
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T4140fdvanessaf
Jul 18, 2025
Great experience, awesome guide! - I chose this based on the reviews for Cheyenne, and was not disappointed. She was very passionate about teaching so many things about Florida's natural habitats. The clear kayaks were actually very cool, and the place is very amazing. I often go kayaking with my children and this was special and different, paddling in the mangroves and on the estuary was pretty awesome. I would only say paddling against the tide on the way back is not the easiest, so if you have small kids, make sure the adults are in good shape or ask them about timming (a time in the day you don't have to paddle against the tides). For our family (I had my 13 and 14 year old with me), it was a perfect trip! Ee even saw a stingray!
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Journey753420
Jul 15, 2025
Cheyann is the best - Cheyann gave us a private tour of midnight pass and the mangroves this morning. We learned a ton about Florida coastal habitats, manatee activity, and mangroves and saw dolphins, pelicans, ospreys, and collected tones of seashells and shark teeth. The whole family loved it and she was attentive to the needs of the kids who were apprehensive at first.
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Steffieb2025
Jul 13, 2025
Exercise and learning all in one! - Cheyann E was a great guide! She took good care of us and shared her passion for the area and wildlife. The equipment was in good condition and the route was perfect. We learned a lot and had a great time!
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85brittneyt
Jul 8, 2025
Mangrove Kayaking - Had a great time on the water with our guide Cheyanne E! She was very knowledgeable and taught us a lot about manatees and other local wildlife. Highly recommend kayaking in this unique area.
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C5654pasaraw
Jul 7, 2025
The best time!! - My husband and I had the best time on this guided clear kayak trip! Cheyann E was our guide and she was super fun, friendly and knowledgeable. We learned about the wildlife in Florida including the manatees, different birds and about the mangrove trees. We even stopped at the beach area to look for shark teeth! I would definitely recommend this trip to anyone that is looking to see the beauty that Florida has to offer!
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374klarissab
Jun 22, 2025
Amazing Views, Incredible Guide - This trip was amazing! Our guide, Raven, was so friendly, professional, and knowledgeable about the area as well as local wildlife. She ensured we got the full experience and was just as excited as us when she spotted a manatee! Breathtaking views with a stop at the beach, this trip was the whole package!
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815kellit
Jun 16, 2025
A breathtaking view - What an amazing breath taking trip! Lindsay was very knowledgeable of the area and life around it! She answered all the questions my energetic 7 year old had. Already asking when we can take the next trip with Lindsay! High praise from mom and daughter.
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Jrfish007
Jun 8, 2025
Fantastic trip, might become part of our annual trip! - Great time, kids had fun too! Raven was our guide, she was amazing and even handled our teenage kids bickering with ease!
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Michael
Jun 8, 2025
Fun! - Nice trip. Raven was very friendly and allowed us to customize the tour. Midnight Pass was great to see as were the mangrove tunnels.
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).