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    Mangrove Kayak & Paddleboard Rental in Tavernier

    Rent a kayak or paddleboard and explore Tavernier Creek for up to 7 hours

    4.9 stars• 740 reviews

    Duration

    Up to 7 Hours

    Includes

    Paddle, life jacket

    Highlights

    Choose your pace with onsite kayak and paddleboard rentals in Tavernier. Paddle into a mangrove tunnel, head for the secret Lagoon, or drift out to a remote mangrove island.

    • Arrive anytime during open hours and rent for up to 7 hours
    • Paddle through Tavernier Creek and into a mangrove tunnel
    • Explore the secret Lagoon or a remote mangrove island
    • Glide over seagrass beds and mangrove-lined waters
    • Look for marine life like stingrays, nurse sharks, and sponges
    • Scan for birds such as herons, egrets, osprey, and frigate birds

    What's Included

    • Paddleboard rental
    • Single-seat kayak rental with paddle and life jacket
    • Tandem kayak rental with 2 paddles and 2 life jackets

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

    Product ID: XX98NU

    FAQs

    Yes. Show up any time during open hours and rent for up to 7 hours.

    Verify the location before you book. If you are past the 2-hour cancellation window, refunds are not issued for last-minute changes due to not researching the location.

    You may see sponges, stingrays, nurse sharks, and fish. You’re also likely to see wading, fishing, and song birds such as herons, egrets, gulls, osprey, and frigate birds; you may even spot green iguanas in the mangroves.

    Meeting details

    90773 Old Hwy, Tavernier FL 33070

    Experience provided by PADDLE! the Florida Keys

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    Stand up paddleboard

    $53.07

    Stand up paddleboard

    0

    Tandem Kayak

    $73.12

    Includes 2 paddles and 2 life jackets

    0

    Single seat Kayak

    $53.07

    Includes paddle and life jacket

    0

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    Review summary

    4.9
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    Visitors consistently rave about the guides here, particularly Tony, Brittney, and Jack, who bring impressive knowledge of the local ecosystem and wildlife along with patient, engaging personalities. The mangrove tours regularly feature sightings of manatees, stingrays, and nurse sharks, with guides going the extra mile to ensure everyone in the group gets a good view. Many reviewers appreciated the educational component, learning about both the natural environment and local history while paddling through stunning scenery. The operation earns praise for thoughtful touches like complimentary photos from guides, available showers and changing rooms, and a dog-friendly policy. First-time kayakers felt especially confident thanks to thorough safety briefings and encouraging guidance throughout. Come prepared with bug spray and sunscreen during summer months, and consider the double kayaks if you want easier paddling. The overall vibe is welcoming and professional, with staff creating memorable experiences that families and solo adventurers alike describe as well worth the visit.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Wonderful knowledgeable staff, equipment and above all setting. As we went at start of hurricane season, thunderstorms are common however the staff kept us updated with locality of any storms and best routes and advice. I ve paddled in places like the Falkland Islands in the south atlantic to north east Canada and over Europe and west Africa but the wildlife, setting and experience matches if not exceeded these times. Highly recommended and thanks to all at Paddle the Florida Keys

    Photo of Colin Butterfield

    Colin Butterfield

    August 30, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Wonderful knowledgeable staff, equipment and above all setting. As we went at start of hurricane season, thunderstorms are common however the staff kept us updated with locality of any storms and best routes and advice. I ve paddled in places like the Falkland Islands in the south atlantic to north east Canada and over Europe and west Africa but the wildlife, setting and experience matches if not exceeded these times. Highly recommended and thanks to all at Paddle the Florida Keys

    Photo of Colin Butterfield

    Colin Butterfield

    August 30, 2026

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