Kayak or canoe through Everglades National Park waterways
4 hrs
4-hour kayak or canoe rental
Explore Everglades National Park waterways by kayak or canoe. Rentals accommodate solo paddlers and groups of up to three.
Receive a refund minus booking fees when you cancel at least 72 hours before the reserved time. No refunds for no-shows, late arrivals, or cancellations within 72 hours. Weather refunds are available only if the operator cancels due to severe weather.
Product ID: 4HDCFP
Ages 18+ only to rent. Paddlers under 14 must ride with an adult age 18+. Bring photo ID for every participant age 18 or older.
Go to the Flamingo Marina first to complete paperwork and collect paddles and life vests, regardless of where you will launch your rental.
Flamingo Marina, 1 Flamingo Lodge Hwy, Homestead, FL
The backcountry boat tours here are a genuine highlight, with guides like John and Chris earning consistent praise for their knowledge and ability to spot wildlife. Dolphins, manatees, alligators, herons, and a surprising variety of birds tend to make regular appearances, and the 90-minute pontoon tours move at a comfortable pace with overhead shade. Reviewers frequently mention how much they learned about the Everglades ecosystem, and several noted that the wildlife-watching starts right at the dock before the tour even begins. Beyond the boat tours, the location offers kayak rentals and houseboats, with at least one visitor describing a multi-day kayaking trip through Coot Bay and Snake Bight as truly memorable. The marina setting is scenic and well-situated for exploring deep into the park. Boaters and anglers should note that marina services are limited to set hours and facilities are fairly basic, so planning ahead makes a real difference. For most visitors, though, the draw is the natural experience itself, and on that front this place consistently delivers.
Best place in Miami
Charles Stern
August 29, 2026
Best place in Miami
Charles Stern
August 29, 2026
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