Rookery Bay Kayak Adventure – Mangroves, Wildlife & Photos
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Naples, USA
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Explore Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve in Naples on an ecotour by kayak. Following a guide, you'll paddle across the waters of the bay, part of the Ten Thousand Islands, for an up-close look at the mangrove forest. Watch for birds and other marine life on this tour suitable for beginner and advanced kayakers.
- Kayak tour on Rookery Bay in the Ten Thousand Islands in Naples
- Paddle through a maze of mangroves with a guide
- Look for southern Florida wildlife such as dolphins and some of the 150 species of birds
- Single and tandem kayaks are available
- Flexible start time
What's Included
- Biologists and Florida Naturalists Guides
- Life preservers, paddles, dry bags
- Photos of your tour
- Parking Fee of $10
- Bottled waterThere is no concession at the park, so you must bring your own water and food. A small cooler fits on the kayaks.
Meeting and Pickup
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End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
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Capri Paddlecraft Park
2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Minimum age of 4 years old. Parent or older sibling (age 15+) will need to accompany child on kayak
- Please note that a ticket must be purchased for every individual in your party, this includes children
- Must bring water and snacks as there is no concession available at the park.
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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
tbalante
Totally enjoyable and educational too! Would recommend even if you have no kayak experience. Dylan, our guide was wonderful and very knowledgeable
Reviews
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based on 344 reviews
tbalante, Feb 2026
Totally enjoyable and educational too! Would recommend even if you have no kayak experience. Dylan, our guide was wonderful and very knowledgeable
Jennifer_F, Feb 2026
The trip with Dylan was great fun; entertaining and educational. The water and mangroves make for a beautiful classroom.
Anne_D, Feb 2026
Dylan was a fantastic tour guide. He loves his job and is fun. He stopped often to show us wildlife. He cares very much about making the kayaking experience safe and enjoyable for all.
Julie_S, Feb 2026
Dylan was an enthusiastic and knowledgeable kayak guide. He was was a wealth of information about the wildlife that we encountered on our tour. He actively found different types of snails and birds to show us. He also answered our questions in an understandable manner. The tour was more time and sights than expected. Would highly recommend this kayak tour!
VickiAnn_C, May 2025
This was so much fun. Jessica was very knowledgeable and funny. I would highly recommend this . We saw dolphins, jellyfish, snails,rays and we had our eyes open for manatee but didn't see any. So much fun.. I would definitely book it again.
Response from Host, May 2025
Hello Vicki,
Thank you for the wonderful review of your Guided Kayak Tour with Jessica! She loves to share her wealth of knowledge of the environment and wildlife throughout her tours! We're so happy you got to see so much wildlife throughout your excursion! We hope to see you again for another adventure here in Marco Island!
Kind regards,
Caitlyn
Reservations Agent
Julie_R, Jul 2024
We love eco tours because of what we learn and we’re not disappointed. Jessica is fun and full of knowledge. If you love exploring then book this excursion.
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Hello Julie,
Thank you for the wonderful review of your Guided Kayak Ecotour with Jessica! She absolutely loves exploring with her guests and teaching her guests everything she knows! We're so happy you had such a great time on the ecotour and got to learn so much throughout! We hope you will join us for another adventure here in Marco Island!
Kind regards,
Caitlyn
Reservations Agent
Caley_H, May 2024
Our guide was Elliot. He was very knowledgeable about the mangroves. Did a great job with entertaining the kids and all of their questions. Would highly recommend this experience to all ages!
Response from Host, May 2024
Hello Caley,
Thank you for the awesome review of your guide Elliott on your Guided Kayak Tour! He is a native and loves to share his wealth of knowledge about the local ecosystem and wildlife he loves so much! We're so happy you had such a great time learning from him and that your kids had a great time asking so many questions! Thank you for the recommendation, we hope to see you and your family for another adventure!
Kind regards,
Caitlyn
Reservations Agent
Ann_S, Apr 2024
The knowledge of the guide and finding some hidden creatures such as a starfish and large snail. We also saw a dolphin.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Dear Ann,
Thank you for the wonderful review of our Guided Kayak Tour and your guide! Our guides love looking out for awesome wildlife under the water for their guests, and to share their wealth of knowledge! That is so awesome that you got to see not only starfish and a large snail, but a dolphin too! Please join us for another adventure during your next visit!
Kind regards,
Caitlyn
Reservations Agent
Blue_B, Apr 2024
Matt was a Great tour guide! We learned about large snails and mangroves and paddled some cool little mangrove channels. Perfect length of time.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Dear Blue,
Thank you for the great review of your Kayak Tour Guide Matt! He has a wealth of knowledge about the local wildlife and a true passion for nature that is clearly shown on all his tours! We're so happy you had a great time exploring and learning about the mangrove ecosystem! We hope to have you join us on even more adventures!
Kind regards,
Caitlyn
Reservations Agent
Chris_C, Mar 2024
Guide was very knowledgeable friendly and informative
I never received the photos the was told that I would receive by email
Response from Host, Mar 2024
Hello Chris,
We are so happy you had a great time with your guide and that you were able to learn so much during your kayak tour! A Google Drive folder with the photos has been shared with you and we hope you enjoy them! We hope to have you join us for another adventure during your next visit to Marco Island!
Kind regards,
Caitlyn
Reservations Agent
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