Key West Mangrove Kayak Eco Tour
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Key West, USA
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Paddle a kayak through mangrove creeks and shallow water on a Key West kayaking tour that offers an up-close look that this unique coastal environment. This guided tour is the perfect way to spot Florida wildlife in a natural habitat.
- Kayak tour of Key West mangroves
- Learn about local geology and nature
- Suited to all ages and skill levels
- Choice of morning or afternoon departure
- Dog Friendly
What's Included
- Local Guide
- Quiet side of Key West
- Bottled water available for sale
- Dry bags available for rent
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 5114 Overseas Hwy, Key West, FL 33040, USA
At Lazy Dog Adventures, Hurricane Hole Marina**PARKING IS VERY LIMITED ESP DURING HOLIDAYS. TAXI/UBER/LYFT RECOMMENDED**
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Make your way on your own to Hurricane Hole Marina, where free parking is available. Learn the basics of equipment and safety, then follow your guide into the mangroves at an easy-going pace that’s well suited to all skill levels.
Watch for wildlife along the way: the mangroves are home to tropical fish, crabs, bright sea stars, jellyfish, sea cucumbers, sponges, and a diverse range of sea birds. Every trip is different, but experienced guides trace routes through the best of the mangrove environment.
As you paddle, hear stories about the geological structure of the Florida Keys, and find out what makes them so unique in the United States. At the end of your mangrove kayak trip, paddle back to home base, where you finish the day.
Watch for wildlife along the way: the mangroves are home to tropical fish, crabs, bright sea stars, jellyfish, sea cucumbers, sponges, and a diverse range of sea birds. Every trip is different, but experienced guides trace routes through the best of the mangrove environment.
As you paddle, hear stories about the geological structure of the Florida Keys, and find out what makes them so unique in the United States. At the end of your mangrove kayak trip, paddle back to home base, where you finish the day.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Dog Friendly
- Please check in 30 minutes early
- participants must know how to swim
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Alison_V
Our kayak tour was even better than expected. Our tour guide, Rachel was fantastic! She was very knowledgeable and informative about the Key West mangroves habitat and made the trip interesting and fun. We highly recommend this tour!!
Reviews
4.9
based on 2,357 reviews
Todd_J, Jun 2026
Great Experience Great Employees Wonderful Company to do an Excursion With CC our tour guide was wonderful
Gretchin_T, Jun 2026
We loved this excursion! Rachel G was an excellent guide and very educated on the mangrove eco system. We were hesitant since it wasn’t an excursion offered through the cruise ship, but turned out fine. We Ubered to Lazy Dog from the port for $20 for 4 people and then again to our lunch spot. Great experience.
Diane_C, Jun 2026
Heather was an excellent guide! She gave great instructions, and very knowledgeable! Take it from someone who never kayaked before, it was an awesome, “must do” experience!
Heather_B, Jun 2026
Our mangrove tour was amazing! Rachel (tall) was super friendly and was so knowledgeable about the ecosystem and wildlife! I would recommend being in a double kayak vs a single as by the end it is nice to have 2 people paddling. We will definitely come back if we are ever back in Key West!
Marta_C, Jun 2026
The two hour Eco tour was amazing. Our tour guide tall Rachel was so knowledgeable, eagerly sharing information; learned so much about the ecosystem of Key West and all the keys. Will never look at Mangroves as before. Thank you for such a great experiences!
Libobg, May 2026
Great time! Our guide Heather was the best!!!!! Bring a water proof bag for camera and cold water!!!!!!!!
Carol_S, May 2026
Heather was amazing. She is very knowledgeable about the area and sea life. Floating through the mangroves was so cool!
Linda_A, May 2026
Great experience on our Key West kayak tour through mangrove forest! Loved it! Lazy Dog kayak tours and our guide Rachel were great. Very fun for all 4 of us (novice) kayakers, and educational and informative about the wildlife too.
Emma_B, May 2026
What a great day! Bethany was an amazing and knowledgeable tour guide and showed us starfish, jellyfish, and sea slugs! I did a lot of research on which kayak tour to do on Key West (there are a lot!), and I’m so glad we chose Lazy Dog.
Jennifer_M, May 2026
It was wonderful - our guide Rachel was excellent and very knowledgeable. It was the first time kayaking and really enjoyed the experience. The check in process and prep/instructions were easy to follow.
MARY_M, May 2026
What a great adventure. Staff was helpful from start to finish. Highly recommended for anyone and everyone.
Paula_C, May 2026
Wear your sunscreen and a hat cause it gets hot!!! Loved our guide and loved the scenery ❤️ Brett is the best!
Michelle_C, May 2026
We had a wonderful time! Make sure to sunscreen up, reapply during your paddle and bring water to stay hydrated! Our tour guide was awesome!
Isaac_A, May 2026
My wife and I had a wonderful time on the eco tour. Brett was an excellent guide with plenty of knowledge about the ecosystem around the mangroves. You can tell that this crew has a deep respect for the fragile biome they tour through. He told us of how important and delicate the mangroves are why they are as well. We had an excellent time, we were able to see a few nurse sharks, lots of juvenile jellyfish and even an eagle ray.
It was a joy to be able to see this beautiful ecosystem up close and personal.
Shout out to Brett and the Lazy Dog crew they are doing it the right way!
Victoria_B, May 2026
It was a fantastic experience. I highly recommend. It was really cool navigating through mangroves. Made some great memories. Heather was the best.
Andrew_R, May 2026
Awesome kayak trip with very knowledgable and fun guide Brett.100% recommend this trip through the mangroves.Pelicans,crabs,sea slugs live Conchos plus more.
Rose_C, May 2026
Heather is an excellent guide!! Beautiful mangrove tunnels. Nurse sharkes sting rays sea star and more sightings.
Susan_M, Apr 2026
It was wonderful. Guide was fantastic. Never saw mangrove tunnels before . Guide was knowledgeable and helped my husband who has some difficulty due to his size so he was able to enjoy.
Jonathan_G, Apr 2026
Rachel was a superb guide, patient with all levels of kayaker and informative about the area, scenery, and wildlife. Highly recommended!
Christine_M, Apr 2026
Fun, interesting trip! A little more effort involved than I first thought as a first timer as far as maneuvering the kayak! Happy we went!
Mark_G, Apr 2026
Casual kayaking tour with a friendly guide. Jonathan shared information about the marine life and vegetation with a humorous twist. Highly recommended!
Joann_F, Apr 2026
Great paddle experience. Helpful crew. Both fun and educational. Helps to have some kayak experience but not mandatory.
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Sarah_C, Apr 2026
Very educational. Calm waters, no real paddling experience needed. Nice pace and directions. Enjoyed interacting with creatures.
Dana_G, Apr 2026
We had our kayaking eco-tour through the mangroves today and WOW! It was so beautiful and really informative. We learned about all the animals that live in the mangroves and how the mangroves themselves form. It was totally worth braving the winds across the channel! I can’t recommend this tour enough! Tall Rachel was amazing! You can tell she’s really passionate about the environment and her job! 5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ all around!
Suzanne_B, Apr 2026
So much fun! Great guide! The wildlife and scenery are amazing. Such an awesome family experience. Can't wait to come back.
Lisa_A, Apr 2026
We arrived in Key West during our cruise, took a 15 min uber to lazy dog. Very friendly knowledgeable staff. My 11 yo had zero problems getting in or out of the kayak. I would highly recommend to anyone. Our guide, Heather was very knowledgeable about the wildlife and the ecosystem. It’s not just a tour, it’s an experience. If I could do 10 stars I would.
Annemarie_D, Apr 2026
Our guide was fantastic. She professionally handled a diverse group of kayakers, with great care. We saw an array of sea creatures. She shared interesting facts and stories. Thanks for a beautiful morning.
Anthony_a, Apr 2026
Awesome experience. Heather was really knowledgeable and helpful. Great fun for the wife and me. Same kayak no counseling needed.
Julie_B, Apr 2026
What a great way to see mangroves up close and personal! The scenery was beautiful and we got a few marine life lessons on the way. The guides were very helpful and informative.
shannon_c, Apr 2026
“Tall” Rachel is one of the best guides - she was so conscientious to our family and kids
It’s a combination of sightseeing and educational about what makes the keys so unique while having fun!
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