• 12380 Manatee Ave W - Meet your guide at the launch location near Anna Maria Island, where you’ll receive a brief safety orientation and paddling instructions before setting out on your guided 100% crystal clear kayak tour. Paddle at a relaxed pace through calm coastal waters and mangrove areas surrounding peaceful Neil Preserve.

Along the route, guests often encounter dolphins, manatees, seabirds, fish, and other marine life while learning about the local ecosystem from your guide. As wildlife is wild, sightings cannot be guaranteed.

Mangrove tunnel access may vary depending on tide levels, but your guide will always choose the best available route for safety and enjoyment.

Depending on your selected tour time, enjoy daytime scenery, breathtaking sunset glow views, or a magical nighttime glow experience as LED lights illuminate the water beneath your kayak.

Tours are designed to be beginner-friendly, allowing plenty of time to paddle, observe wildlife, take photos, and enjoy the natural beauty of Anna Maria Island Sound before returning to shore. Glow Boats Kayaking also offer Guided sunset tours and Guided Night tours

• Supportive kayak seats
• Safety equipment: Lifejacket and whistle
• Kayak paddles
• Parking
• 100% clear tandem kayaks

• Gratuities

Discover the waters of Anna Maria Island Sound in completely transparent kayaks, providing exceptional views of marine life both below and above the water. Navigate through tranquil mangrove tunnels that encircle the serene Neil Preserve, where dolphins, manatees, conchs, and coastal birds are frequently observed in their natural surroundings.

Opt for calming daytime paddles, lively sunset glow kayak tours, or enchanting nighttime glow kayak adventures illuminated by LED lights. Guided by local experts, this family-friendly excursion offers a personal way to explore Florida’s coastal ecosystem while promoting responsible, low-impact eco-tourism.

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