Sunset Guided Kayak Tour of Tarpon Bay
Paddle Tarpon Bay at sunset with a naturalist guide and look for roosting birds
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From$56/ personincl. taxes and fees
Duration
2 - 2.5 hours
Includes
Naturalist guide, bird viewing
Highlights
Paddle through Tarpon Bay as birds return to the Rookery Islands for the evening. An experienced naturalist guides this bird-focused tour through largely open water.
- Paddle 3–4 miles across Tarpon Bay’s open water
- Look for brown pelicans, egrets, herons, ibis, and cormorants
- Learn about Tarpon Bay’s local flora and fauna
- Watch for possible dolphin or manatee sightings
- Share double kayaks, with one single kayak for an odd-numbered group
Know before you go
- Check in no later than 15 minutes before the start time
- All participants must be at least 8 years old
- Experienced kayakers only; you must be able to paddle consistently for up to 2.5 hours
- Be prepared to paddle back without guide assistance if weather changes
- Adults 18 and older must sign a waiver upon arrival; children’s names must be listed
- The tour requires at least 4 reserved paddlers and may be rebooked or refunded if undersold
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations must be made by phone at least 24 hours before start. Changes to reservations must also be made at least 24 hours before start.
FAQs
Bring plenty of water, a hat, sunglasses, suntan lotion, and clothing appropriate for the weather. You can rent a dry box from the gift shop if you need dry storage.
Provide any medication, plant, or insect allergies for everyone in your party, or mark N/A if none. You must also provide an emergency contact who is not in your party.
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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