Siesta Key Guided Eco Tour: Wildlife Exploration

Embark on a thrilling Siesta Key guided eco tour and explore the diverse wildlife of the area. Discover manatees, dolphins, native birds, and more, while visiting hidden beaches and searching for sea shells and sharks teeth. Join us for an unforgettable adventure!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Jim Neville Marine Preserve - Our Guides will meet you at our kayak trailer and take you kayaking through Jim Neville Preserve. You will kayak through and around Mangrove islands. Your Guide will give you history of the area, share wildlife siting’s, you’ll stop off at a private beach, and possibly spot a manatee or dolphin. This tour is a birders…
What's Included
  • Kayak
  • Paddle
  • Dry Bag
  • Life jacket
Additional Information

The uniqueness of our tours lies in the dedication and enthusiasm of our professional guides. They bring a certain ardor to their work that is evident in every excursion. We strive to spot creatures like manatees, dolphins, indigenous birds, and more delights that light up your experience. Discover the origins of Mote Marine, explore the secluded beach,…

Location
8701 Blind Pass Rd
Blind Pass Road
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Stacihaqqiyyah_m
Dec 9, 2025
Amazing Adventure - It was amazing! Greg gave me a quick lesson and paddling was much easier for me than in the past. He was patient as I marveled at all the wildlife and took in the scenery. Greg shared so much history of the area and he was knowledgeable about the flora and fauna. The time flew by. I will definitely be booking again!
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M9297xhrickb
Nov 24, 2025
A day kayak - Greg was very knowledgeable, and was fun tour guide price was right. The web site wanted me to use a 100 characters, so that’s what I’m doing
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Sarasotafl2018
Oct 22, 2025
Great tour with Cody - We had a wonderful eco tour even if we didn't really see anything but birds that day. Cody did a great job showing us around and pointing out some very interesting facts about the area and wildlife.
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Ellencl2963sv
Oct 14, 2025
Awesome Experience - We were met very early in the morning by Jack. We were given our dry bags and water bottles and off we went. We did the Jim Neville preserve and I could not have been more impressed with Jack’s knowledge of the local animals and Florida We saw a manatee with its baby!! Can’t wait to do it again.
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Lisa_a
Sep 22, 2025
Jack was super nice and... - Jack was super nice and very informative he took us to sandbars knew a whole lot about the vegetation and the area we saw manatee
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Carol_b
Sep 2, 2025
Awesome time!! - We had a beautiful day and a wonderful tour with Jack. He was very friendly, informative and engaging. My husband and I had a great time. You didn't feel rushed and he answered or questions. Great tour!!
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Roadtripper212
Sep 2, 2025
Relaxing, fun and informative kayak trip - We went out with Jeff on Friday, August 29. The 9:30 am trip. Jeff was immediately warm and welcoming. He provided each of us a bottle of water and a dry bag, got us into our single kayaks and we were off. Jeff is knowledgeable about the flora and fauna we saw along the way and the history of the areas we paddled. He is safety conscious and a great advocate for the waterway and the natural environment we were traversing. He was a pleasure to spend time with and we were so happy and relaxed the entire trip. We highly recommend Jeff and his kayaking excursions!
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Vk0va
Aug 20, 2025
10/10 Kayaking Tour - We had an incredible kayak tour with Captain Jack! He accommodated a last-minute kayak request when other companies couldn’t, and his flexibility made my birthday plans come together. The tour was well-paced and informative, with thoughtful insights into the local wildlife and ecosystem. We saw manatees, found shark teeth, and learned about native plants—all without feeling rushed. He also kept an eye on the weather and made sure we stayed safe. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a knowledgeable, reliable guide
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Maxsmom8
Jul 31, 2025
Great experience! - Jeff was a great tour guide. I highly recommend the company. Loved seeing the manatees on the tour. The nature lesson kept us entertained as well.
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Laurelr953
Nov 9, 2025
family bonding in kayaks! - great trip. could use cushions on the hard seats. maybe a bit too much chit chat. Nature appreciation benefuts from a few moments of silence
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From $59
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).