Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour | 2 hours

821 Reviews | Sarasota
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Tandem Kayak
2 Adults x $55.00
$110.00
Approx Total
$110.00
Tandem (Double Kayak): Chose this option if you want to paddle in a double kayak. Kayaks and Stand Up Paddleboards can be combined in a tour.
Stand Up Paddleboard
2 Adults x $60.00
$120.00
Approx Total
$120.00
Chose this option if you want to use a Stand Up Paddleboard on the tour. Kayaks and Paddleboards can be combined in a tour.
Kayak
2 Adults x $60.00
$120.00
Approx Total
$120.00
Kayak : Select this option if you want to use a single kayak on the tour. Kayaks can be combined with paddleboards on a tour.

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Single kayaks, tandem kayaks
  • Paddles
  • Safety Equipment (Life Jackets, Leashes)
  • Gratuities
  • Launch Fees

Overview

Just a few minutes away from all the hustle and bustle of Sarasota is our favorite local beach, Turtle Beach. It is only a few short miles from the main Siesta Key beach to Turtle Beach and the Sarasota County trolley will drop you right there. Not only is this area such a beautiful and quiet place, it is also a great place to paddle! We start on the intercostal and paddle down a short canal to the Bay. We paddle around the mangrove islands through a mangrove tunnel or two and alongside a bird rookery. We paddle around the mangrove islands of Jim Neville Marine Preserve and then to a "secret" beach. This beach is only accessible by boat so we may have it to ourselves. Such a beautiful place for a quick swim or just stopping for a few moments to relax. You may want to stay here all day. This location is home to all kinds of wildlife including manatees (when water temps are warm enough), dolphins, beautiful sea and shorebirds and lots of fish.

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Additional Info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

June 18100% refund
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4.9

821 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
  • 5 stars
    776
  • 4 stars
    33
  • 3 stars
    6
  • 2 stars
    3
  • 1 star
    3

Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 776 reviews with 5 stars

Amazing experience!

Published on Feb, 2025

Amazing experience! The tour guide was very chill and knowledgeable. Got to stop on the hidden beach and collect some cool shells. Highly recommend.

A great kayaking tour

Published on Jan, 2025

Lew was extremely knowledgeable about the history of the Key and effects of the storm. He made a point to speak with each of us and was encouraging for the newbie. We went through the mangroves, stopped at an amazing secluded beach for shelling and saw a few dolphins. He explained the water there was too cold for Manatees in January and told us where we would be able to spot some. All in all a great trip!

Hidden Beach Kayak Trip

Published on Jan, 2025

We had a great time. Informative paddle. The hidden beach and birds made the trip. Would highly recommend this experience!!

GREAT

Published on Jan, 2025

Such a great day! Loved seeing the Mangroves and the Hidden Beach with all the shells! Thank you for a great tour! We all loved it!

Family fun!

Published on Jan, 2025

Great family activity. The guides were great and got to see parts of Sarasota I’ve never been to. I felt like a tourist in my own city!

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