2 Day Rental
Duration
2 day(s)
Languages
English
Skip the line
Included
Explore mangrove tunnels and hidden waterways at your own pace
Discover native wildlife and marine life in a calm environment
Enjoy an independent adventure with a detailed map and safety tips
Optional fishing opportunity among the scenic mangroves
€ 2.49
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Set out on an unforgettable kayaking adventure through the beautiful mangrove islands of Naples, where nature and tranquility blend seamlessly. With this self-guided experience, you have the freedom to explore the winding waterways and mangrove tunnels at your own pace, creating a personal connection with the unique ecosystem of the Rookery Bay Estuarine Reserve. Paddle through serene channels surrounded by lush greenery, listen to the sounds of nature, and discover hidden corners teeming with wildlife. Whether you are a first-time kayaker or an experienced paddler, this excursion offers a perfect mix of freedom, exploration, and relaxation. Your rental agent will provide a short briefing and a detailed map to help you navigate the area safely while enjoying every moment of your journey. As you glide through the calm waters, admire the intricate mangrove roots that shelter marine creatures and provide an essential habitat for local birds and fish. Feel the gentle rhythm of the water beneath you while spotting herons, egrets, and perhaps even dolphins or manatees in the distance. The experience is both peaceful and invigorating, allowing you to embrace the quiet beauty of Florida’s natural landscape. Take your time to fish in the backwaters, capture stunning photos, or simply enjoy the stillness around you. This kayaking adventure offers the ideal opportunity to disconnect from the noise of everyday life and reconnect with the pure serenity of nature.
Map of the area
Life jackets of all sizes
Dry bag for personal items
Paddles and safety briefing
Roof racks or straps
Foot pedal kayaks available
Fishing pole
Gratuities
Sunglasses and sunscreen
Water bottle
Hat and towel
Camera
Wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Keep personal essentials
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Activity Provider: Florida Adventures and Rentals
Customer Reviews
Ronald

Kayaking through the mangroves of this nature preserve was both a beautiful and educational experience. Jessica was patient, knowledgeable and fun. We had a great time.
Valerie

Kayaking with Katie was amazing! She kept us engaged and taylored our activity to our two young kids. She found adventure at every stop and took awesome photos for us. 10/10 stars and will definitely return in the future!
Aoife

Rachel and Kate are wonderful and so helpful whenever you’re in the shop. The atmosphere is positive, and fun when you’re trying on different dresses. There’s such a selection of dresses and I’ve never received so many compliments whenever I’m wearing happy days! 💕✨🪩
Rebecca

I am a repeat customer of Happy Days, and honestly just couldn’t love them more. Everytime I wear one of the dresses I get so many compliments, and feel amazing. It’s just such a lovely place to go as it’s always so positive, with strangers in the fitting rooms always coming together to tell each other how great they look! They’ve also really helped me understand the right sort of style for my body, as you try stuff on that may be out of your comfort zone, and usually those are the ones that look the best. Would definitely encourage a trip to Happy Days!! 😊😊
Rebecca

I always have the most positive experience at Happy Days! As well as having a huge range of dresses, the staff always act as personal shoppers / stylists and are beyond helpful in picking out dresses and helping you make decisions! It feels like a luxury private service, it’s amazing that it is complementary!
Caroline

Beautiful kayak paddling tour through South Florida mangroves; it’s like hiking through a forest except you’re in a kayak: narrow passages through shady mangroves, ducking under low-hanging branches, the silent solitude of paddles gently stroking quiet waters; the occasional sighting of bird or marine wildlife. Our biologist guide Dylan obviously loves his job as he patiently explained all the wonders we beheld. It was the highlight of our week in Naples. Highly recommend!
Lisa

This is my third trip and Elliot was an awesome guide!!! It didn’t hurt that we had a perfect weather day and we learned so much about the local wildlife and the environment. Would definitely do it again.
Jennifer

We had a fabulous tour and learned so much. Dillion our guide was excellent. He was so knowledgable, personable, and paced our tour wonderfully. Highly recommend him and the tour company.
Éle

5 star service - Rachel and Kate are fantastic at what they do. Always such a positive experience in the shop with such a warm atmosphere. I always get so many compliments on the dresses I rent, and the service works seamlessly. Very reliable and takes all the stress out of planning events. Could not recommend Happy Days more!
Eve

The team in happy days are absolutely fantastic. I rented a dress for my college graduation and ended up being in hospital for a few days after the ceremony and the staff were nothing but lovely about my delay returning the dress. Couldn’t recommend them enough. Will definitely be using them again!!💜
