Naples Eco-Kayak: Unforgettable Rookery Bay Mangrove Tour
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Join our Eco Kayak Tour led by our fun herpetologist guide who will keep you entertained during the entire tour! This tour is designed for kids and adults, and we welcome all skill levels, from beginner to advanced kayakers! You will be guided on a two hour tour through the mangrove tunnels where the guide will share important information about the local ecosystem and history of the area. While paddling through the peaceful serene waters that make The Rookery Bay and the Ten Thousand Islands ecosystem, you will encounter different species of birds and small creatures that live in this pristine subtropical mangrove forest estuary. Rookery Bay National Estuarine Reserve represents one of the few remaining undisturbed mangrove estuaries in North America. At the end fo your tour you will receive the pictures that guide will take during the tour! This tour allows guests 4 years of age and up.
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VickiAnn_C, 5/15/2025 10:57:37 AM
This was so much fun. Jessica was very knowledgeable and funny. I would highly recommend this . We saw dolphins, jellyfish, snails,rays and we had our eyes open for manatee but didn't see any. So much fun.. I would definitely book it again.
dillonm518, 4/25/2025 12:57:53 PM
Jessica was a great guide - shared a ton of interesting info & good sense of humor. Our kids (8 & 10 y/o) were 1st time kayakers and had no trouble in a tandem w/ my wife & myself. It was really cool navigating thru the mangroves, including some pretty tight paths. Highly recommend this tour, regardless of kayak experience level.
daizi1121, 4/19/2025 8:02:38 AM
This was amazing! Booked it for the first full day of our vacation, and it was the perfect way to start our week. Elliott was our guide and incredibly knowledgeable about the ecosystem, telling us really interesting facts about the mangroves and animal life during the trip. The kayaking was very easy; waters very calm, my 7 year old had no problem. Everyone had a blast, and the two hours flew by. Highly recommend.
tracycN8203YI, 3/27/2025 6:07:59 PM
Second time on this trip, and we were not disappointed. Our guide Dylan was a pleasure to kayak with, and he offered a lot of information on the location and the animals. One of the many highpoints was the unexpected appearance of a large horseshoe crab. Our group ages are 65, 64 and 45 and we easily made it through the two hour trip. For reference, the longest continuous paddling is to and back. Once in the mangroves, there are many episodes of floating and lingering for little educational talks and time to explore the waters. Having a naturalist as a guide adds a lot of value to the experience. Can't wait to return next year.
Nationallparks1, 3/27/2025 3:04:34 PM
Very nice day! Communication from booking until reservation time was courteous and prompt. Excellent equipment and so nice to just hop in kayak. What really made the day was Dillion, our guide. Super nice and easy to talk to. Our grandkids had lots of questions and he happily provided them. Very knowledgeable of the areas we visited. Great time.
mkeefe2017, 3/19/2025 9:42:53 AM
We had a fantastic time on our kayak tour! Learned a lot of great information about Rookery Bay. Dylan was a wonderful guide!
Q2641AHkathleens, 3/12/2025 5:02:48 PM
Dillion, the guide was awesome! He spent a lot of time showing us all the different species in the mangroves. He was fun and easy going. The kayaking was amazing. I loved going in and out of the mangroves.
Scott M, 2/23/2025 12:09:44 PM
We had a great experience with Dylan as our guide. He was fun, knowledgeable and very helpful. We learned a lot, had a lot of laughs, saw some cool birds and sea critters and got some exercise. We had a great time and would definitely recommend.
Kim G, 2/21/2025 10:28:07 AM
We booked last minute for a kayak tour. Dillon was our guide. I informed him I was a nerd and would love all the info he could share. He hit the mark. It was a peaceful kayak trip through the mangroves. We even got to get out and look for sealift on the shallow sandbars
Curious769889, 2/19/2025 9:18:44 AM
Dylan was extraordinary! Engaging, helpful, funny, and wise! We saw dolphins, birds, and so much more! I learned about the importance of mangroves and the differences between the shellfish. A biology lesson but in the sun and in a really fun way. Paddling was easy and my entire family loved this- one of our favorite experiences on the island!
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age of 4 years old. Parent or older sibling (age 15+) will need to accompany child on kayak
- Please note that a ticket must be purchased for every individual in your party, this includes children
- Must bring water and snacks as there is no concession available at the park.
- Not recommended for guests with recent surgeries
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Parking Fee: If you don't have a Collier County Beach Permit, a $10 Parking Fee must be paid at the parking meter. Please display the ticket on your dashboard on a clear visible area.Return details
Join our Eco Kayak Tour led by our fun herpetologist guide who will keep you entertained during the entire tour! This tour is designed for kids and adults, and we welcome all skill levels, from beginner to advanced kayakers! You will be guided on a two hour tour through the mangrove tunnels where the guide will share important information about the local ecosystem and history of the area. While paddling through the peaceful serene waters that make The Rookery Bay and the Ten Thousand Islands ecosystem, you will encounter different species of birds and small creatures that live in this pristine subtropical mangrove forest estuary. Rookery Bay National Estuarine Reserve represents one of the few remaining undisturbed mangrove estuaries in North America. At the end fo your tour you will receive the pictures that guide will take during the tour! This tour allows guests 4 years of age and up.Redemption
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