Pass By: Rising Tide Explorers, 1295 Capri Blvd, Naples, FL 34113, USA

Enjoy the Rookery Bay Reserve by kayak with hourly rentals or on a guided kayak tour with the only biologist guides in Naples & Marco Island and the exclusive ecotour partners of the Friends of Rookery Bay in support of the Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve!

Stop At: Marco Island, Marco Island, Florida

We will be paddling into the Mangrove Tunnels of the Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve just North of Marco Island launching from the Isle of Capri Paddlecraft Park. The regions only biologist guides will help you find unique wildlife while teaching you about the ecology and history of this amazing place! Get on the water with the guides who have spent their lives studying this area and explore with a real local biologist!

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, 300 Tower Rd, Naples, Florida 34113

After exploring the mangrove tunnels with the only biologist guides in Naples & Marco, visit our partners at the Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center and enjoy FREE ADMISSION with the purchase of your tour ticket to explore their exhibits, aquariums, art gallery, theater, and hiking trails!

Be sure to ask about becoming a member of the Friends of Rookery Bay to further support the Reserve, gain access to special programs, events, volunteer opportunities, and discounts on tours, rentals, and at the nature store!

Duration: 1 hour

• Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
• Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
• Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
• Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (Approx.)
• Departure Time: 09:00 AM
• Return Details: Returns to original departure point
  

• REAL Local Biologist Guides with Master's Degrees
• Single-Seater Kayak with high back seats, cup holder, and room for storage (ages 12+)
• FREE Admission to the Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center
• FREE PHOTOGRAPHY - Available for free download after your adventure
• Low Profile Paddling Life Vests, & Dry Bags
• A real adventure with the most awesome science nerds in the land!
• Gratuities (Optional)
• Water is not included. Please bring plenty of water to drink
• Sunscreen
• Proper Clothing & Footwear - Flip flops are okay, but not ideal
• For children under 12 or tandem kayak requests, please contact us directly
• Cash for Gratuity - Gratuity is customary and much appreciated by our hard working biologist guides
• Parking Fees

• Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
• Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
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• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Tandem kayaks & Children's tickets (under 12) are available for reservation by phone only. Call to reserve!
• The Isle of Capri Paddlecraft Park requires a $10 Parking Pass per vehicle if you do not have a Collier County Beach Parking Sticker
• Must be able to paddle a kayak for 2 - 3 hours
• Weight in excess of 250lbs must call for special accommodations
• Children under 3 are not permitted
• Children under 12 must ride in a tandem kayak with an adult
• If cancelled due to weather or dangerous conditions, you will be offered to reschedule or be provided with a full refund
• Maximum group size of 12 paddlers

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.