Paddle through the mangrove ecosystem of Tavernier Creek on a kayak or paddleboard on this guided tour. Ideal for first-time paddlers, glide in shallow, clear water over sponges, grass beds, and sandy patches. Marine life like turtles, stingrays, dolphins, and manatees can sometimes be spotted nearby. Sunset and night tours with lighted boards are also available.

Kayak or paddleboard in the mangroves of Tavernier Creek
Local guide provides instruction and leads the way
Family friendly activity for all skill levels
Sunset and night tours are available

What's Included

Local guide
Kayak - Single or double your choice
safety gear
land based instruction
on water coaching

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

90773 Old Hwy, Tavernier, FL 33070, USA
You meet us at our shop and we launch directly from there! Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to tour start. This will give you time to get prepared for your tour. We make every effort to start on time.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible

Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your start time.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Featured review

Susan_C

Our guide, Jack, was friendly and knowledgeable. It was his mission for us to see a manatee or two which was a success. I would highly recommend even if it’s your first time kayaking or have done kayaking before. Well organized and punctual.

Reviews

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Great experience.

David_W, Apr 2024

Our guide Susan was a lot of fun. Very informative. Also got to see a Manatee. The staff was very helpful

Response from Host, Apr 2024

We're thrilled to hear that your guide Susanne was fun and informative! We will be sure to pass these kind words on to her. Thank you for the review and we hope to see you again in the future for another adventure!

We had a great time on...

Amanda_B, Apr 2024

We had a great time on this tour, definitely the highlight of our trip. Keef was a great guide, he brought us to some awesome spots where we could swim and look at wildlife. Would absolutely recommend to anyone!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that Keith made your tour memorable by taking you to some fantastic spots. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back on another adventure soon!

Family Vacation

Vicki_H, Apr 2024

There were 10 adults, and we all had a great time. two of the couples tried tandem kayaks, which they called "Divorce Kayaks" because it takes a lot of teamwork to get them to move properly. No one got a divorce.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you Vicki, we appreciate your business and review! It is great to hear that you had a great time on the water with us and no one got a divorce haha! Thank you again for the review and we hope to host you for another adventure in the future!

Ducking down to keep from...

Sue_M, Apr 2024

Ducking down to keep from hitting the mangrove branches was super cool and challenging. We would do this again!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you Sue for taking the time to leave us a review! We are stoked to hear that you found the mangroves to be both cool and challenging. We would love to welcome you back in the future for another adventure!

Great experience

Dylan_F, Apr 2024

Great tour. Didn't see any manatees unfortunately. Definitely put on sunscreen on top of your legs. And you get a small window to go in the water, which is fine.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you Dylan for taking the time to leave us a review! We really appreciate you choosing us for your kayaking adventure and your understanding about how manatees can be unpredictable. We also think that sunscreen on your legs is a great recommendation for future guests. As we are gearing up for our hot summer months sun protection is very important. Thanks again for the review and we hope to see you again for another adventure in the future and hopefully see some of our local manatees.

Highlight activity

Tom_G, Apr 2024

Seeing and learning about the wildlife. Kayak Jack was informative and fun! Easy water to navigate, didn’t get wet!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you Tom for the great review! We are thrilled to hear our guide Jack was both informative and fun! We will be sure to pass this along to him! Thanks again and we hope to welcome you back in the future for another adventure!

Very nice

Randy_h, Apr 2024

Very nice. Guide was awesome. Really knew all the details. Manatees were great to see. A little more paddling than I preferred

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Randy, we are so thrilled to hear you had a nice time on tour and got to encounter manatees! We understand that preferences vary when it comes to physical activity and we appreciate your feedback about the paddling intensity. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future!

Worth the tour, earn your dessert

Monica_K, Apr 2024

Becca gave a great tour with discussion of the animals and birds encountered, as well as the development of the mangrove tunnel. Fun day on the water

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Monica, thank you for the feedback and review! We are stoked to hear that you had a great tour with your guide Bekah and were able to encounter some wildlife and have great educational discussions. You are welcome back anytime for another fun day on the water!

One of a kind experience!

MIsty_S, Apr 2024

What a great experience! Everyone that worked there was extremely nice and informative. Our guide Susanne was awesome. Saw a manatee and nurse sharks before even leaving the marina. Kayaking through the mangroves was a one of a kind experience. Would highly recommend!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Misty, we are so happy to hear that you had such a great experience paddling with us! It is wonderful to hear that your guide Susanne was awesome and was able to show you wildlife such as manatees and nurse sharks. We will be sure to pass this along to her. Thank you for the review and recommendation that means a lot to us! If you are ever back in the area we would love to welcome you back for another adventure in the future with us !

Fun and a work out

Heather_M, Apr 2024

My guide was awesome...I forgot her name but while in the mangroves I got turned around and she stayed back with me to help get me out and have a good time

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Heather, we are so happy to hear that you had a great time paddling with us! It is great news to hear that your guide helped make your experience that much more memorable. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and we hope to welcome you back for another review in the future!

Not very exciting

Moore_M, Apr 2024

A lot of money for just kayaking. Did not see much wildlife. Tour guide was I very knowledgeable. Enough words said

Response from Host, Apr 2024

We're sorry to hear that your experience didn't live up to your expectations. We strive to provide unforgettable experience for our guests. It is important to note that wildlife is exactly that, wild and although we do see wildlife to some degree on every tour we can not guarantee what you are going to see. We appreciate your feedback and would love to welcome you back for another chance.

Kayak mangroves

Donna_H, Apr 2024

Brittany was a great guide really took care of us would have loved to seen a manatee, but that’s the thing about wildlife you cannot always predict it

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you Donna for your review and your understanding that wildlife can be unpredictable at times. We would love to welcome you back for another adventure with another opportunity to see manatees.

The knowledge and...

Jennifer_K, Apr 2024

The knowledge and patience of the staff. Well stocked store with supplies. Fully invested in the future of the Keys.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback! We're delighted to hear that you appreciated the knowledge and patience of our staff. We're committed to providing excellent service and ensuring our guests have everything they need for a wonderful experience. Our dedication to the future of the Keys is very important to us, and we're thrilled to have your support. We look forward to having you for another adventure in the future!

Fun adventure with pre-teen

Kara_M, Mar 2024

Easy paddling trip that was short enough to keep my 12 yo son’s attention but long enough that we were able to get explore several areas. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable and made us feel safe in sometimes busy waterways.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're delighted to hear that you and your son enjoyed our paddling trip. It's great to know that the duration of the trip was just right to keep your son engaged and that you felt safe. We take safety very seriously. Thank you again for the review and we hope to welcome you back again in the future for another adventure!

Wonderful

Mary_D, Mar 2024

We had a great tour guide Susan. She was super informative and personable. It was an absolutely wonderful experience. We actually did see manatee, which was an added bonus that made the excursion pretty special.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic experience on our tour with Susanne. We're stoked to hear that her informative and personable approach added to your enjoyment. Seeing manatees must have been an incredible highlight, and we're thrilled that it made your excursion even more special. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back another adventures in the future!

Very good experience

Boris_R, Mar 2024

It was very interesting and fun. The guide was very knowledgeable.and we saw different birds, manatees and eels.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

We're delighted to hear that you found your kayaking adventure interesting and fun! It's fantastic that you enjoyed the expertise of our guide and got to witness the diverse wildlife, including birds, manatees, and eels. Thank you for choosing to explore with us, and we hope to see you again soon for more memorable experiences!

Wonderful!

George_P, Mar 2024

Britt was a terrific guide. Fun time kayaking with family. Lots of nature, manatee, other marine life and birds.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Thank you for your great review George! We are stoked to hear that you had a great time kayaking with the family and getting the opportunity to see some great wildlife! We hope to see you again in the future for another adventure!

Mangroves and kids….

Bruce_V, Mar 2024

This is a must do while in Florida. We enjoyed the tour and our guide Brit was awesome. She gave clear instructions and highlighted the various points of interest along the route. The entire family enjoy the tour.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic time on our tour. Britney is indeed an exceptional guide, and we're delighted that she was able to provide you with clear instructions and highlight the points of interest along the route. It's wonderful to know that the entire family enjoyed the experience. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back again soon for another memorable adventure!

Kayak tour

Laura_B, Mar 2024

Drew was our guide… he was nice, knowledgeable and did a great job. We had perfect weather & a nice experience.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Thank you for your review Laura! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your time with us and thought your guide Drew did a great job. We will be sure to pass your kind words on to him. Thank you again for the review and we hope to see you again in the future for another adventure!

Mangroves and manatees says it all!

Paul_P, Mar 2024

Drew was our tour guide and was very informative and full of energy that fueled the rest of us. The highlight tho was seeing a manatee! That was on all of our bucket list.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Paul, we are pleased to hear that you had such a wonderful time with Drew and that his energy was contagious. What a great experience it is seeing your first manatee especially when it was on your bucket list! Thank you for the review and we hope to see you again in the future!

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