Paddle the beautiful Big Hickory Island and Estero Bay estuary, where we routinely encounter beautiful shorebirds, dolphins, and even manatee (March-October). You can explore the web of mangrove tunnels as well as the open channels around the island. The west side of the island is a beautiful beach that is much less visited than most since there is no road or pedestrian access. This beach is blessed with currents that wash up an unbelievable bounty of sea shells... you will be amazed! Bookings are for a 2-hour rental... you can stay out longer for a small additional hourly rate.
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948V+MF, Bonita Springs, FL, USA
2 to 8 hours(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Customers routinely use Uber or such to mange their transportation. Must be 3 years or older.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : Jocelyn_C
You start off kayaking in mangroves, tons of birds, about 15 mins into the trip you’ll reach the Gulf of Mexico. I had my 6 year old daughter with me and it was a great experience for her! We got to get shells from secluded islands, which also have sandbars for easy walking. The actual route goes by the city and under a highway, but we just went to the beaches and came back. Perfect trip and learning experience for young kids, but probably not best for babies.
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Posted On : 2024-05-16
Posted By : 271sethp
Great advice from local guides. I was able to see and do everything I wanted to do within the time I booked for thanks again Kurt!
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Posted On : 2024-03-22
Posted By : Leanne M
Had a great time kayaking among mangroves! Saw a beautiful island and enjoyed an amazing day in sunny Florida! Loved our guide Tyler and his awesome dog Easton. Tyler was a wealth of information and kept us very engaged!
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Posted On : 2024-02-22
Posted By : tricianaples9891
Gorgeous morning with kayaks out to Gulf. Trail out to Gulf was great moving through the mangroves. Arrived at perfect secluded beach to take an extended swim. Staff were helpful, friendly, and kayak was in good shape. We highly recommend this over others in area if you want to get to beach within 15 minutes. We'll definitely go back many times in future. We're locals and the experience was perfect
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Posted On : 2023-07-31
Posted By : nickmangieri
I had a wonderful afternoon kayaking in the mangroves. My guide was very knowledgeable and informative about the local flora and fauna. Sad to see so much destruction from Ian but nature will recover. I have some nice pictures and shells to help me remember the adventure.
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Posted On : 2023-02-15
