
Small Group Boat, Kayak and Walking Guided Eco Tour Everglades
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4.8/5
Based on 164 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Small Group Boat, Kayak and Walking Guided Eco Tour Everglades worth booking?
Small Group Boat, Kayak and Walking Guided Eco Tour Everglades is a 3.5-hour experience in Everglades National Park, United States, from $200 per person. It scores 82 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 164 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 82 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (164)
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- From
- $200 per person
This very popular eco-adventure and combines the best of a boat tour, a kayak tour and a walking tour in a single great learning experience. Depending on the season, you can encounter manatees, dolphins, sea turtles, bal
What you get
About this experience
This very popular eco-adventure and combines the best of a boat tour, a kayak tour and a walking tour in a single great learning experience. Depending on the season, you can encounter manatees, dolphins, sea turtles, bald eagles, ospreys, herons, egrets, pelicans, roseate spoonbills and/or numerous species of fish and shore birds. A very comfortable transport boat will bring you deep into Everglades National Park with your Florida Master Naturalist guide. Once at the first destination, the tour slows down using very stable, comfortable kayaks to get you close to the flora and fauna. Imagine paddling next to a manatee or a dolphin! (No previous kayaking experience is required and there are single and two-person kayaks on every tour). Continue your interpretive experience with a walking tour on remote, pristine barrier island beach … a beach that is seldom visited by others. Note: June through October, we suggest the morning experiences due to the weather.
What's included
Included
- Professional guide
- Guided nature hike
- Kayak equipment and instruction
- Boat ride
- Professional naturalist guide
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Everglades Area Tours
Meet your ground and guide and begin your Everglade Experience. Each trip is led by an experienced Florida Master Naturalist who is certified by the National Park and licensed by the US Coast Guard.
30 minutes here
Everglades National Park
Get the ultimate experience of the Florida Everglades on this fun, exciting eco-adventure by boat, kayak and foot! Your tour is led by an experienced naturalist who is certified by the national park and licensed by the US Coast Guard. Throughout your tour, your guide will teach you all about the history of the area, as well as the wildlife and diverse vegetation. Begin your tour with a boat ride through some of the most beautiful and remote areas of the Everglades National Park. Once you arrive at your destination, receive a brief safety instruction before getting into your kayak (no experience required) and exploring the area up close. Paddle your way to Barrier Island Beach, a remote beach seldom visited by others. Here, take a guided walking tour of the area and see the wrack lines, shallow tidal zones, dunes, uniquely adapted plants, mangrove swamps and many different invertebrate species. Your guide will tailor the tour according to the group’s interests and the day’s environmental conditions. You may encounter a wide array of the park’s wildlife including manatees, dolphins, sea turtles, bald eagles, ospreys, herons, egrets, roseate spoonbills and more! After your hike on the beach, get back into your kayak and paddle back to the boat for your return journey.
180 minutes here
Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge
The 10,000 Islands extend from Marco Island into Everglades National Park.
30 minutes here
Smallwood Store
Chokoloskee was the "Wild Southeast". Learn about the history and culture of the area.
Pass by without stopping
Chokoloskee is a 150 acre island that has been inhabited for 1000's of years. First by the Calusa indians and then by modern settlers since 1870.
20 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Everglades National Park
Our meet location is Parkway Marina at 1180 Chokoloskee Dr, Chokoloskee, FL 34138 Please plan to arrive 10-15 minutes early. Please know that refunds are NOT provided if you miss the tour. When you arrive at Parkway Marina, please park on the right hand side in the parking spots. Meet at the dock.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Our meet location is Parkway Marina at 1180 Chokoloskee Dr, Chokoloskee, FL 34138 Please plan to arrive 10-15 minutes early. Please know that refunds are NOT provided if you miss the tour. When you arrive at Parkway Marina, please park on the right hand side in the parking spots. Meet at the dock.
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
- Everglades Area Tours
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- You will need to access the boat by decending a couple steps of a ladder.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 164 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
164 verified traveler reviews for Small Group Boat, Kayak and Walking Guided Eco Tour Everglades. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Highlight of our trip!
Amazing tour with such a knowledgeable guide. The entire experience was perfect and we learned so much about the area.
via Viator
Aquaterra Excursions: easily preventable bad time
The website and/or guide could easily have recommended super heavy duty clothing or even provided a few critical items (like apparently other guide services did for their clients). The mosquitos were so bad we couldn’t enjoy any of this, and seeing/hearing the unescapable pain my family was in was brutal. We’ve done similar Everglades kayak tours before so we showed up in reasonable clothing drenched head to toe in repellant, and this worked very well previously. The guide (Guy) showed up dressed like a beekeeper with heavy duty clothing, gloves, a hat/mosquito net, with no visible skin. If the service knew we'd be paddling into an inescapable onslaught, it would have been helpful if the website recommended dressing this way to clients. We met Guy at a local gas station that sells such items/ clothing, and if Guy knew we were headed into what he later said “had been one of the worst mosquito periods [he’d] ever seen lately”, it would have really helpful had he recommended gearing up a lot more. Instead, we all set off into the mangroves and into a pulsating fog of mosquitos. No additional clothing/ gloves/ netting was offered by the service/our guide, which was particularly infuriating after we passed multiple other tours whose participants reported that their guides had given their clients gloves and hats/mosquito nets etc. Once we were out in the mangroves, there was no escape from getting constantly needled from head to toe. We counted the seconds until we could get out of there. I’m just glad that Guy, dressed in his beekeeper outfit, could find humor in the situation by pointing out multiple times that “man, the bugs are really eating you guys alive” and “hey, your Dad seems pretty angry”. But I think Guy had a good time, and thankfully he really didn’t seem to be bothered by the mosquitos at all.
Response from the operator: We are sorry for the “brutal, inescapable onslaught”. As you said, insect repellent usually is fine. When mosquitos are bad, we do offer head nets to our guests.I am sure that your guide was just trying to add a little levity to the situation We experienced the worst drought in over two decades. Once the rains started, they really hatched out. The dragonflies and other predators have caught up with them and things are back to normal.
via Tripadvisor
A great way to experience the everglades
Our guide was awesome - we learned a lot about the local flora and fauna and kept the tour fun and light.
Response from the operator: Thank you for the review!! Glad you had a great time in the Everglades with us! Our guides love to share their knowledge and passion of the everglades in a way that is fun and engaging! Thanks again for coming out with us!
via Viator
Fantastic tour in the...
Fantastic tour in the Everglades National Park! This is out in the ocean so no alligators but saw 4 dolphins (by kayak and jumping our boat waves), many different birds, tons of crabs, and learned a lot about the the history and ecology of the area. Captain Don is a true pro!
via Viator
So glad I was able to experience!
I can’t imagine a better tour guide than Don! He is so interesting and knowledgeable. His enthusiasm is contagious and you definitely realize that he has a deep love and regard for this beautiful area
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 57
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 82
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Small Group Boat, Kayak and Walking Guided Eco Tour Everglades: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Everglades National Park.
How much does Small Group Boat, Kayak and Walking Guided Eco Tour Everglades cost?
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Prices start at $200 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Everglades National Park usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Small Group Boat, Kayak and Walking Guided Eco Tour Everglades take?
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Plan for about 3.5 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 Everglades National Park is not rushed.
Is Small Group Boat, Kayak and Walking Guided Eco Tour Everglades worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 82 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 164 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Everglades National Park, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Small Group Boat, Kayak and Walking Guided Eco Tour Everglades?
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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 Small Group Boat, Kayak and Walking Guided Eco Tour Everglades suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Small Group Boat, Kayak and Walking Guided Eco Tour Everglades?
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Around 57 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 Everglades National Park 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 Everglades National Park and add a light layer if any part of the 3.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Small Group Boat, Kayak and Walking Guided Eco Tour Everglades 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 Everglades National Park 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 Everglades National Park?
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Everglades National Park draws visitors for its landscapes, wildlife and guided outdoor experiences. Outty tracks every bookable tour here, scores it with the Outty Ranking, and shows what is worth your time, from full-day guided trips to short scenic outings. On Outty we rank every Everglades National Park experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Small-Group Everglades Boating Kayaking and Walking Eco Tour, Two-Hour Everglades Dolphin, Manatee and Birding Boat Tour, Everglades Birding, Dolphin and Wildlife Boat Tour (2 hours). 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 Everglades National Park?
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Late spring through early fall for full access and the widest tour availability, with quieter trails in the shoulder weeks. 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 Everglades National Park?
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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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