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Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
Sarasota, USA
From $59.00
Select Date and Travelers
up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
- 2 hours
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Increase your chances of spotting manatees and dolphins during an eco-friendly kayak tour of the Lido Key in Sarasota. Ideal for lovers of nature and wildlife, this experience lets you escape the crowds on land and is suitable for both beginner and advanced paddlers. Plus, traveling in a non-motorized vessel means you’re less likely to scare away animals.
- Get the best views of Lido Key from the water during a kayak tour
- A great option for families and first-time visitors
- Increase your chances of spotting wildlife with a guide
- Choose to paddle solo or in tandem with your companion
What's Included
- Local guide
- Professional guide
- USCG Life Jacket
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 190 Taft Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA
We are located in the center of the trailer parking lot (spot #5 counting from the right). Look for the white "Sea Life Kayak Check-In" sandwich board sign. Ask around if you have any trouble finding us
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Arrive at the designated meeting spot in Sarasota and check in for a guided kayaking adventure through Little Sarasota Bay. For your convenience, a life jacket and a lightweight carbon fiber paddle are included in the tour, which avoids the hassle of carrying your own equipment.
The experience caters to all skill levels, offering both single and tandem kayaks. Your guide leads the way, ensuring you don't lose your path and enhancing your chances of encountering wildlife. The quiet nature of non-motorized vessels increases your likelihood of seeing animals, making it an ideal choice for those eager to spot local fauna like manatees, dolphins, rays, and various bird species.
The tour takes you on a picturesque route, culminating in a route through the mangrove tunnels of South Lido. After exploring these natural wonders, you'll return to your start point, concluding a memorable day on the water in Sarasota.
The experience caters to all skill levels, offering both single and tandem kayaks. Your guide leads the way, ensuring you don't lose your path and enhancing your chances of encountering wildlife. The quiet nature of non-motorized vessels increases your likelihood of seeing animals, making it an ideal choice for those eager to spot local fauna like manatees, dolphins, rays, and various bird species.
The tour takes you on a picturesque route, culminating in a route through the mangrove tunnels of South Lido. After exploring these natural wonders, you'll return to your start point, concluding a memorable day on the water in Sarasota.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Operated by Sea Life Kayak Adventures
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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Michele_M
Ian was a funny and an on point guide! Made the tour very enjoyable and entertaining, next time bring the Guinness 🍹
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Isabella_P, Apr 2024
Our family had the best morning with Andrew! Even though we didn't luck out and saw no dolphins or manatees, Andrew's knowledge and history of the area was wonderful. He was patient when we kept getting stuck and made sure we were all comfortable since there were different skill levels and ages. He also found us some sea critters for our children to hold and experience. Would absolutely recommend!
Donna_R, Apr 2024
Lovely location, excellent your guide named Hoppy! Who was entertaining and knowledgeable! Loved learning about the mangroves and the sea life living within them!
Beth_B, Apr 2024
This is one of my favorite activities. I always bring my visitors to kayak the mangroves. This is probably my 10th time on this trip.
Alicia_P, Apr 2024
Touching a jelly fish, seeing the manatees and seeing all the little crams crawling on the branches in the groves
Shelley_T, Apr 2024
Our guide was very knowledgable about local history as well as the wildlife we saw on our paddle. Wonderful area to be out on the water so expect some company out there!
Jenny_R, Apr 2024
Having a dolphin surface to take a breath four feet to my right in Sarasota Bay and then swim under my kayak!!
April_K, Apr 2024
Our host was amazing! She was very informative and helped us when we needed it😄 She showed us the different kinds of wildlife in the area and what to look for.
Jeny_D, Mar 2024
Ian was very patient and informative. Had a great time navigating the mangroves. Saw some wildlife and didn’t tip over!
Ann_R, Mar 2024
Hoppy, our guide, was fantastic! She was very personable, informative, and had a great sense of humor.
Hadley_C, Mar 2024
We had a great time! Our tour guides, Hoppy and Ian, were fantastic and fun! We had a great experience, highly recommend!
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