
Island Tour by Pedal HOBIE / Kayak / SUP - Fort Myers Beach
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4.9/5
Based on 19 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Island Tour by Pedal HOBIE / Kayak / SUP - Fort Myers Beach worth booking?
Island Tour by Pedal HOBIE / Kayak / SUP - Fort Myers Beach is a 2.5-hour experience in Naples, United States, from $50 per person. It scores 73 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 19 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 73 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (19)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $50 per person
Experience the natural beauty of Fort Myers Beach up-close with your choice of paddle craft - top quality standard kayaks, CLEAR kayaks, paddleboards, the only CLEAR paddleboards in SW Florida, and Hobie pedal kayaks if
What you get
About this experience
Experience the natural beauty of Fort Myers Beach up-close with your choice of paddle craft - top quality standard kayaks, CLEAR kayaks, paddleboards, the only CLEAR paddleboards in SW Florida, and Hobie pedal kayaks if needed! Don't just take our word on what an awesome tour this is... see our TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards for 2022, 2023 and 2024! Paddle Naples tours are rated in the top 10% of all worldwide tours! Our guided eco-tour travels Estero Bay and the Gulf's most incredible paddling routes... including mangrove tunnels, quiet beaches, and the best shelling areas! This is prime habitat for dolphins (year round) and manatees (warm water months). Our guides are fun and knowledgeable (two biologists). CLEAR kayaks have a 425 pound limit and a max of 250 pounds per seat. Standard kayaks have higher limits and track better. CLEAR kayaks are for 2 people so an odd number of guests will also need a single kayak. Complementary photos included!
What's included
Included
- Free Parking
- PFDs, dry boxes, map + wildlife guide
- Complementary tour photos
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Join us for a guided eco tour at Big Hickory Island, Bonita Springs, on South Fort Myers Beach. Choose a standard or CLEAR kayak or paddleboard. We'll paddle at a relaxed pace in search of dolphins, birds, and manatees while sharing local eco-system info. We are open 7 days a week and promise to provide you with exceptional service so come on out and let us show you how easy it is to get out and have some fun on the water! Our paddling routes are some of the best in Southwest Florida and allow you to experience the mangroves trails and tunnels, the Gulf of Mexico, and the beautiful Island beach! You will have the chance to be up close with marine life and it’s quite common to see dolphins, and sometimes manatees (summer). We suggest you bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, bottled water, and water shoes. Minimum age is 3 years old. We have youth sized PFDs but suggest that parents provide a quality, fitted PFD for children under 50 pounds. Contact us if questions!
Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Naples
Meet-up is at the public kayak launch in the middle of Big Hickory Island. Load "26.366976 N, 81.856623 W" into your phone map to drop a pin and directions! Look for the WHITE PADDLE NAPLES VAN & trucks flying the AMERICAN FLAG. Free Parking. Gratuities appreciated by your hard working guides!
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Meet-up is at the public kayak launch in the middle of Big Hickory Island. Load "26.366976 N, 81.856623 W" into your phone map to drop a pin and directions! Look for the WHITE PADDLE NAPLES VAN & trucks flying the AMERICAN FLAG. Free Parking. Gratuities appreciated by your hard working guides!
Options you can book
CLEAR Paddleboard (2 avail)
CLEAR Paddleboard Max of 2
Paddleboard
Standard Paddleboard
CLEAR Kayak
CLEAR 2 Seat Kayak: Tandem (double) kayaks seat 2. Odd numbered groups need a regular single kayak. Weight limit 425# per boat, 250# per seat.
Single Kayak
1 Seat Kayak
Hobie Pedal Kayak (2 avail)
Single Pedal Kayak (max 2)
Tandem Kayak
2 Seat Kayak
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Paddle Naples
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 19 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
19 verified traveler reviews for Island Tour by Pedal HOBIE / Kayak / SUP - Fort Myers Beach. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great Kayak Tour
Nick was a great tour guide. Kept our group together even with different levels. Very informative about the wildlife in the area and captured great photos and videos of our group. Really enjoyed it’
Response from the operator: Thanks so much Debbie for the shout out on this platform. Great to hear Nick did a wonderful job for the tour group. We appreciate the five stars!
via Tripadvisor
It was ok.
More tour than kayak. Tour guide, Nick, talked a lot. Went to a beach for awhile right after getting into kayaks and then finally started kayaking after a bit. Didn’t see much wildlife. Apparently water was too cold. Come later March or April not February. Also, my father fell in water trying to follow the group through mangrove trees and was all cut up from stuff in water.
Response from the operator: As stated on our website this is an eco tour. Our guides are well educated on the ecosystem and try to educate our customers on the area and environment. The wildlife stays in the area year-round except for the manatees who return in warmer waters. We try to do a good mix of kayaking and time on the beach to learn about the shells and the environment.
via Tripadvisor
Thank you Zach!
Had a great trip around the loop, seeing nature and relaxing on the island beach. Zach was extremely helpful getting us situated, in the water, and told us where to go to see dolphins...which we did! Great experience, would definitely go again. -James and Jane
Response from the operator: Great to hear the two of you had a wonderful time with us! We always like hearing our employees did an exceptional job for our customers. Thank you so much for the review and we hope to get you back out on the water again.
via Tripadvisor
Five star Zack
It was a great experience, our tour guide Zack let us through the island and showed us many tips and cool facts about shells and the habitat
Response from the operator: Thanks for the five star review! Glad you had an amazing time with Zach. We appreciate your business and wish you a happy new year!
via Tripadvisor
Half day kayaking trip
We had a fantastic experience with Hannah and Seth. They were very helpful and professional providing us with the tools we needed for an awesome kayaking trip. We would definitely recommend using them and we will definitely use them in the future.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for taking the time to give us a review on this platform! It’s always nice to know our employees are giving our customers our five star service. We hope to see you again soon!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $50 to $75
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 7
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 73
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Island Tour by Pedal HOBIE / Kayak / SUP - Fort Myers Beach: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Naples.
How much does Island Tour by Pedal HOBIE / Kayak / SUP - Fort Myers Beach cost?
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Prices start at $50 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Naples usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Island Tour by Pedal HOBIE / Kayak / SUP - Fort Myers Beach take?
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Plan for about 2.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Naples is not rushed.
Is Island Tour by Pedal HOBIE / Kayak / SUP - Fort Myers Beach worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 73 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 19 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Naples, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Island Tour by Pedal HOBIE / Kayak / SUP - Fort Myers Beach?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Island Tour by Pedal HOBIE / Kayak / SUP - Fort Myers Beach suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Island Tour by Pedal HOBIE / Kayak / SUP - Fort Myers Beach?
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Around 7 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Naples can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Naples and add a light layer if any part of the 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Island Tour by Pedal HOBIE / Kayak / SUP - Fort Myers Beach start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Naples within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Naples?
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Naples is the launch point for Everglades airboat rides and Ten Thousand Islands boat tours, along with shelling trips, sunset sails off the pier and small-group food walks downtown. On Outty we rank every Naples experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Marco Island and Naples Pedal or Paddle Kayak Tour, Mangrove Tunnels & Mudflats Kayak Tour - Local Biologist Guides, Manatees and Mangrove Tunnels Small Group Kayak Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Naples?
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November to April, the dry season with the best wildlife viewing. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Naples?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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