Bradenton: Mangrove Kayak or Paddleboard Eco Tour｜United States

Meet your guide and get set up with your paddleboard or kayak. Choose between a paddleboard, single kayak, tandem kayak, clear bottom single kayak, or clear bottom tandem kayak. Get fitted with a coast guard-approved vest and whistle.

Set off on your adventure and paddle into the Florida mangroves with your knowledgeable guide. Look for bottom dwellers like horseshoe crabs and starfish in the clear, shallow water. If you’re really lucky, you might even see dolphins or manatees before heading into the mangrove tunnels.

Listen to your guide as they point out other local wildlife along the way, like cormorants and sea sponges. Soak up the sun and bask in the peace and quiet of this gentle aquatic setting.

If you're new to paddleboarding or kayaking, your guide will be happy to pass on their skillset to beginners and seasoned adventurers alike. Learn how to plant your feet, hold the paddle correctly, and gracefully glide through the water. Improve your technique while marveling at the gorgeous Florida scenery.