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    Guided Mangrove Kayak Tour in Sanibel

    Paddle Tarpon Bay's mangroves with an experienced naturalist

    4.8 stars• 795 reviews

    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

    Important details

    • 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.

    Product ID: HQF99E

    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

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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 3
    5/5

    Cathy was our naturalist. She was very attentive and knowledgeable. We saw a Roseate Spoonbill and lots of manatees.

    Photo of Missy Domogalla

    Missy Domogalla

    August 26, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Cathy was our naturalist. She was very attentive and knowledgeable. We saw a Roseate Spoonbill and lots of manatees.

    Photo of Missy Domogalla

    Missy Domogalla

    August 26, 2026

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