NAPLES · ITALY
Naples’s best days out.
The 15 most popular canoes & kayaks in Naples. The ones worth building a day around, with prices, run times and who runs them.
Clear kayak at sunset in North Naples. Paddle mangroves near Wiggins Pass, spot dolphins, then glow LEDs light up the water. 90 min.
Most Popular“Our guide was experienced and knowledgeable , the path we traveled was beautiful and relaxing, and it was the perfect amount of time to spend.”
Naples small-group Everglades eco tour with a Master Naturalist guide: boat, kayak, and barrier-island walk for wildlife spotting.
“The guide was extremely knowledgeable, they were friendly and accommodating. It was very interesting”
2-hour guided kayak through Naples mangroves at Barefoot Beach Preserve. Small group, wildlife spotting, gear included.
“Great and knowledgable guide, very relaxing tour with a lot of fun even spotting dolphins. We had a great time”
Pedal through mangrove tunnels on a Hobie kayak eco-tour from Naples with nature stories, wildlife chances, and free pro photos.
“Highly suggest going this time of year. The weather, water and sunshine couldn't have been more perfect. Our tour guide? Please ask for him!!! Romann (spelling may be incorrect). He's originally from Cuba. His passion for his job, nature, explaining the history of the area, the plants, the wildlife and water life was overwhelming interesting…”
Self-guided kayaking in Bonita Springs with clear kayaks, laminated route maps, and calm mangrove tunnels. About 2 hours for $25.
“Kayaking in the mangroves exceeded expectations. For a Saturday morning in March, I was worried about mobs of boats but it was easy to find tranquility. Staff very friendly and helpful— laminated maps they provide are quite essential. A little awkward finding the correct launch site— but their trailers are well labeled with company name.…”
Pedal-powered LED sunset kayak in Bonita Springs with mangrove tunnels, Gulf wildlife, sunset viewing, and a glowing return with photos.
“We had a great time!! Cannot recommend the sunset tour enough. Mike is so knowledgeable and friendly. For some of us this was our first time kayaking and it was very approachable. The beach we went to for sunset was mesmerizing. The LEDs were amazing- we got to see so much wildlife in the water.…”
Kayak through Marco Island mangrove tunnels near Naples on a guided small-group tour with free photos. Learn, paddle, spot wildlife.
“We had a great time. Chandler was very informative and told lots of great dad jokes, LOL! We had a really fun group”
Kayak into Fort Myers Beach mangroves for a shelling stop, then paddle under LED kayak lights at sunset with a small-group guide.
“Nick was an awesome tour guide! He shared so much history and knowledge about the animals/environment that we didn’t know, it was an awesome experience. I highly recommend him to share this experience with. The sunset was so beautiful and pictures were amazing.”
Paddle through Big Hickory’s mangroves on a small-group kayak or SUP hunt for dolphins, manatees, and shelling beaches.
“My wife and I had a really great time! Our guide was knowledgeable and easy-going, making our experience relaxing and enjoyable. We encountered a lot of the local wildlife, including dolphins, manatees, and ospreys, and Big Hickory island was a great place to find shells we rarely found before on Bonita beach. We would definitely…”
Naples-area Hobie pedal kayaking through Big Hickory Island’s mangroves, with dolphin chances, sunset views, and onboard night lights.
“I would highly recommend this tour. The Hobie kayaks were the best kayaks we have ever used. Mike did an excellent job explaining how to use the kayaks and made sure everyone was safe. The highlight of the tour was when a dolphin swam around us for a few minutes. Mike took pictures during the…”
Private SUP in Naples along Posillipo with English instruction, sea caves, and 19th-century villas. Gear and dry-bags included.
“This was such a great experience for our first time on the coast of Naples! Our guide was great and is definitely what makes the tour a 5/5! It was super cool learning about some of the history of Naples and that area. The sights alone are worth it. Our guide was patient and knowledgeable!…”
Paddle Cocohatchee River Park by kayak with gear included, technique coaching, and wildlife spotting chances like manatees and dolphins.
“Seeing dolphins up close and enjoying watching birds feeding their chicks in the nest. I do wish we would have gone with AJ to get more info about the area.”
Kayak or SUP Big Hickory Island in Estero Bay from Bonita Springs. Mangroves, dolphins and manatees, shells, and beach time from $25.
“Great time with friends! Wind was strong that day so made it more of a workout. Beach was beautiful!”
Guided kayak and paddleboard tour to Big Hickory Island in Bonita Springs, with dolphin chances, included gear, and comfy pace for $50.
“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.”
Paddle Everglades mangrove tunnels in a small-group kayak safari from Everglades City. Stable gear, a naturalist guide, and alligator sightings.
“McKayla was informative and knowledgeable. We kayaked at a pace that I really soaked up the amazing experience.”
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