Full-Day Everglades Kayaking & Nature Walk

Highlights

Description

Spend a day immersed in the breathtaking landscapes of Everglades National Park on this Full-Day Kayaking & Nature Walk Tour, an eco-certified experience that reveals the park’s wildlife, waterways, and wonder. Led by expert naturalist guides, this small-group adventure combines two guided hikes, a 2-hour kayak paddle, and a scenic drive through the park’s most iconic ecosystems. Your journey begins with hotel pickup from Miami, Fort Lauderdale, or Hollywood, followed by a narrated drive that introduces the Everglades’ story — its wildlife, geology, and vital role in Florida’s ecosystem. Along the way, your naturalist sets the stage for a day of exploration that blends discovery and reflection. The first hike takes you into lush tropical hardwood hammocks, where air plants, ferns, and orchids flourish. Hear the calls of herons and woodpeckers echoing through the trees while learning about the plants that thrive in this subtropical paradise. Next, launch into a peaceful 2-hour kayaking excursion through mangrove tunnels and open waterways. Glide across calm waters where dolphins and manatees may appear, and pelicans dive for fish nearby. Your guide provides ecological context, helping you understand the balance of life that defines this unique “River of Grass.” After a catered picnic lunch with vegan and vegetarian options, continue with a second guided hike in a contrasting habitat — perhaps a sawgrass prairie or coastal wetland — where every step reveals the Everglades’ resilience and beauty. With transportation, gear, food, and guidance included, this full-day experience offers the perfect mix of comfort and adventure. Whether you’re paddling through mangroves or photographing wildlife from a trail, you’ll leave with a deeper connection to one of the world’s most remarkable natural treasures.

Itinerary

8:00 AM — Meet at pick-up point; 8:30 AM — Scenic drive & naturalist introduction; 9:00 AM — First guided hike; 10:30 AM — Refreshment break; 11:00 AM — Kayak through mangroves & open waters; 1:30 PM — Catered picnic lunch; 2:30 PM — Afternoon hike in new habitat; 4:00 PM — Return to meeting point.

Price & Availability

Adults $285 • Children $255. Includes transportation, kayaking, hikes, guide, lunch, snacks, and all equipment. Private options available.

Food & Drink

Picnic lunch included with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options.

Instructions

Meet 15 minutes before departure at pickup point; hotel pickups available.

Restrictions

Minimum age 7. Moderate fitness required. Not wheelchair accessible. Weather-dependent.

Transportation

Transportation included.