Kayak Tour: Explore Big Hickory's Hidden Gems
5.0
170 Ratings
Bonita Springs

Explore mangrove tunnels, secluded beaches, and Estero Bay. Spot manatees, dolphins, and coastal birds on our guided eco island kayak/SUP tour.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 946V+C2 Bonita Springs - Proudly holding the #1 spot for outdoor activities in Bonita Springs, FL on TripAdvisor, this exceptional eco kayak tour guides you through the unspoiled waters of Big Hickory Island. Discover mangrove tunnels, picturesque inlets, and enjoy a secluded beach stop. Paddle alongside manatees, dolphins, and coastal birds while…
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What's Included
  • Complimentary Mesh Shelling Bag
  • Complimentary Pictures
  • Complimentary Ice Cold Waters
  • High Quality Back Rest Seats
  • Free Parking
  • High Quality Life Jackets Made for Kayaking
  • High Quality Carbon Fiber Paddles
  • Dry bags
Additional Information

Ranked as the top choice for outdoor activities in Bonita Springs, FL on TripAdvisor, this eco kayak tour offers an unparalleled mix of adventure, wildlife, and high-quality equipment. Unlike typical tours using Perception Tribe kayaks, this tour features a brand-new fleet of Crescent Primos and Crews, providing enhanced comfort and performance for a…

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Location
946V+C2 Bonita Springs
We are located right on Big Hickory Island in Bonita Springs! There is no physical address to the launch site. Upon your booking Mike will reach out to you personally to share our launch location via Apple Maps and how to find us. We are the Giant trailer with the manatee and dolphin!
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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D4088lyandrewh
Aug 24, 2025
Spotted dolphins - Buzz and JJ were awesome guides and were very knowledgeable. We saw a pod of dolphins toward the end of the excursion and it was totally worth it. Buzz made sure to take plenty of pictures of us and all around did a great job
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A182ovthomask
Aug 22, 2025
Gulf of America Eco Kayak Tour - We had an amazing experience on our eco kayak tour with Michael! His extensive knowledge of marine life, the local environment, and the area’s history made the trip not only fun but also incredibly educational. Michael has a gift for sharing fascinating details in a way that kept everyone engaged, and he set a perfect pace to accommodate the different experience levels in our group. Whether you were a first-time kayaker or more experienced, he made sure everyone felt comfortable and included. We truly appreciated his professionalism and passion for what he does. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a memorable and meaningful adventure!
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Debhh114ax
Aug 21, 2025
Highly recommend - Great experience. Mike was a wonderful guide. He shared lots of information about the wildlife. A dolphin greeted each of our kayaks. My sister and I did a tandem kayak and even though we’re both in our 70s…we breezed through it. You can too!!! Highly recommend it.
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L2092ybangiet
Aug 21, 2025
Great Experience! - Mike did such an amazing job! He shared lots of information about the area, wildlife and community! We saw a lot of wildlife while navigating through beautiful water, mangrove tunnels and more!
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Alyssacf8793hm
Aug 20, 2025
We came with a party of 3 and 2 of us have never been kayaking before. This was a great first experience! - We had the pleasure of having Ethan as our tour guide and he was fantastic. Very knowledgeable and friendly! Thank you!!
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Paradise37030378612
Aug 20, 2025
Must come dolphin and manatee tour! - We saw dolphins & manatees all within an hour of starting, got to stop and swim around and shell hunt. To hop back in the trip and get greeted with more dolphins. Ethan is an awesome trip advisor and will for sure get you hooked up!
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Cosmopolitan556782
Aug 17, 2025
A must do! - Amazing tour and super personable tour guide. We learned a lot about the environment while enjoying the scenery. We will be back! Thank you.
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G3290ttsaschar
Aug 15, 2025
Kayak with Mike - Mike is an awesome tour guide. Beautiful scenery in the Mangroves and lots of wildlife to see. Great adventure Thank you Mike
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O5786fbisaacs
Aug 11, 2025
Definitely worth booking - Really friendly, informative guided tour with Mike. Great value for money. 2.5 hours of relaxing kayaking through the mangroves and estuaries. Stopped at Little Hickory island to collect sea shells and enjoy the views! Great back support in the seated kayaks.
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Paulgg2395av
Aug 9, 2025
Fun for the whole family - We had an excellent experience and highly recommend Mikes! Our family did the kayak tour with Ethan and he was outstanding. He was very knowledgeable and patient with our first time kayakers. Although we didn’t see any manatees, we did see dolphins, horseshoe crabs, and various other wildlife. We also collected some beautiful shells during a stop. As a bonus, Ethan also took a ton of photos and airdropped them to us when we finished.
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