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    Guided Mangrove Kayak Tour in Sanibel

    Paddle Tarpon Bay's mangroves with an experienced naturalist

    4.8 stars• 785 reviews
    From$45/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    2 hrs

    Includes

    Naturalist guide, kayak use

    Highlights

    Explore Commodore Creek Trail by kayak with an experienced naturalist. Learn about the mangrove ecosystem of J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge as you paddle Tarpon Bay.
    • Paddle through a mangrove forest along Commodore Creek Trail
    • Discover the refuge's mangrove habitat and the wildlife that lives within it
    • Observe red mangroves and wading birds from the water
    • Continue exploring Tarpon Bay by kayak for the remainder of the day at no extra charge

    Know before you go

    • Arrive 30 minutes before your start time and check in upstairs at the gift shop
    • Ages 5+ only
    • Sign a general release before departure; all participants 18+ must sign, and children’s names must be listed
    • Stay within Tarpon Bay and do not leave and return later to use the kayak
    • Expect double kayaks; odd-numbered groups will have one person in a single kayak
    • Note that tours require at least 4 paddlers reserved

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel at least 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Groups of 10 or more must cancel or change reservations at least 1 week in advance.

    FAQs

    Dress for the weather. Bring a hat, sunglasses, sunblock, a sweater or jacket on cooler days, and water. Bring dry storage for valuables, or rent a dry box on site.

    Meeting details

    900 Tarpon Bay Rd, Sanibel, FL 33957

    Experience provided by Tarpon Bay Explorers
    Experience provided by Tarpon Bay Explorers

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    Adult

    $45

    Ages 13+

    0

    Child

    $39.38

    Ages 3-12

    0

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    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    This was such a great experience! Our guide, Mo, was super knowledgeable and welcoming. The kayaks we used for tandem kayaking were very easy to use and navigate. We saw many cool birds and even some manatees! Would recommend to anyone coming to the area to learn more about conservation.

    Photo of Francesca Cocchiarale

    Francesca Cocchiarale

    July 15, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    This was such a great experience! Our guide, Mo, was super knowledgeable and welcoming. The kayaks we used for tandem kayaking were very easy to use and navigate. We saw many cool birds and even some manatees! Would recommend to anyone coming to the area to learn more about conservation.

    Photo of Francesca Cocchiarale

    Francesca Cocchiarale

    July 15, 2026

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