Itinerary
Join us for a guided eco tour at Big Hickory Island in Bonita Springs. Choose a standard or CLEAR kayak or paddleboard. We'll paddle at a relaxed pace in search of dolphins, birds, and manatees while sharing local eco-system info.
We are open 7 days a week and promise to provide you with exceptional service so come on out and let us show you how easy it is to get out and have some fun on the water! Our paddling routes are some of the best in Southwest Florida and allow you to experience the mangroves trails and tunnels, the Gulf of Mexico, and the beautiful
Island beach! You will have the chance to be up close with marine life and it’s quite common to see dolphins, and sometimes manatees (summer).
We suggest you bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, bottled water, and water shoes.
CLEAR kayaks have a limit of 425 pounds per boat and a max of 250 pounds per seat. Our Standard kayaks have higher limits and track better. Clear kayaks are for 2 people so please book even numbers. We have HOBIE pedal kayaks if needed. Contact us if questions!
Minimum age is 3 years old. We have youth sized PFDs but suggest that parents provide a quality, fitted PFD for children under 50 pounds.
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Paddle Naples - CLEAR & Standard Kayaks & SUPs - Bonita Springs, Big Hickory Island, Bonita Springs, FL 34134, USA
2 hours 30 minutes(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : KB2834
Amazing from start to finish. Everything was set up before we arrived, gear was in excellent condition, tour guide was very knowledgeable and funny. I can’t say enough good things about this company. We were lucky enough to see a dolphin and several manatee, as well as some cool birds by direction and I found some really cool seashells for our kids as well.
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Posted On : 2024-05-16
Posted By : Leslie_T
We had a great tour with Nick. He was entertaining and informative. We saw a large variety of birds and loved the mangrove tunnels. We all agreed we’d do this tour again.
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Posted On : 2024-05-14
Posted By : 119carleighh
Had a great time seeing and learning about Florida's nature in a calm and relaxed setting. Tyler was very knowledgeable and personable. We would take the tour again.
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Posted On : 2024-05-13
Posted By : Staci_A
We were able to see both a manatee and dolphins which was really cool. Hannah was a great guide. She was very knowledgeable, kind and very fun. It was a great experience. Thank you!
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Posted On : 2024-05-13
Posted By : Philip_L
Hanna was a great, attentive guide who watched over the group and got us to see manatees and helped us understand the nature around us.
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Posted On : 2024-05-11
Posted By : F4018PJannam
The water was so pretty, definitely recommend, so beautiful. Mike and Hannah were awesome guides. Fun for families or a big group.
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Posted On : 2024-05-06
Posted By : Tamara_T
Hannah was a wonderful guide, very enthusiastic and knowledgeable, and very invested in caring for local plants and animals. Although she tried her best to give us a manatee-viewing experience, they were elusive the day we went. But we still had a great morning! Equipment was all clean and in good condition.
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Posted On : 2024-05-06
Posted By : Andrea_H
Great scenery. Hannah was excellent. Very knowledgeable and personable. We will ask for her when we come back. She is a great representative for your company.
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Posted On : 2024-05-05
Posted By : Barbara_M
Most incredible time I had kayaking with our guide. He was amazing and so knowledable. I would recommend this kayak experience to everyone! Thanks for the great time!
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Posted On : 2024-05-01
Posted By : Erin_M
Great adventure for a family. We loved going through the mangrove tunnels and seeing a dolphin and lots of birds. Our guide Hannah was great, very knowledgeable and taught us about the local plants and animals.
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Posted On : 2024-04-28
