Paddle calm, shallow waters with glass-bottom views of illuminated marine life
75 minutes
Glass-bottom kayak, guide, gear
Explore mangrove shorelines and a shallow harbor in a glass-bottom kayak. Choose a sunset outing or an LED-illuminated night tour with fish feeding and underwater views.
Receive a full refund with at least 24 hours' notice. Proof of notice for accidents, tickets, or COVID tests may be required in most cases.
Product ID: FWDU9Y
A: The LED illuminated glass-bottom kayak tour lasts about 75 minutes.
A: The tour normally uses tandem glass-bottom kayaks, so 2 people in your group ride together in 1 kayak.
A: Yes. Tandem kayaks have a 385 lb maximum combined weight limit for both riders. Limited single kayaks may be used for odd-number groups or when 2 riders are over the combined limit.
Wheels To Go Boat Rentals, 1 Sadowski Causeway, Key Colony Beach, FL 33051
Families and first-timers consistently rave about the nighttime glass-bottom kayaking experience here, with guides like Cameron, Aaron, Logan, and Grant earning special praise for their friendly, patient approach. The setup is beginner-friendly and relaxing, with multiple launch locations across the area (they're flexible about switching sites if weather doesn't cooperate). The highlight for most is feeding catfish and watching them swarm beneath the lit glass bottoms, which kids especially love. Some lucky groups spot manatees, stingrays, or barracuda, though wildlife sightings vary by night. The tours run longer than scheduled when the action is good, and guides genuinely don't rush anyone through the experience. A few guests wished for more educational commentary about local ecology and history, and one experienced kayaker felt the tour catered mainly to beginners. The company provides bug spray and other thoughtful touches, plus they're responsive via text if plans need changing. It's clearly designed as a mellow, family-friendly outing rather than an intense nature expedition, and most people leave delighted with the unique experience.
Jose did a great job leading everyone and showing the hot spots
aaron kirkman
August 12, 2026
Jose did a great job leading everyone and showing the hot spots
aaron kirkman
August 12, 2026
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