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Clear Kayaks • Manatees, Birds & Wildlife • Small Group Tours
Expect an adventure that is wild and makes you feel far removed from civilization although it’s just miles away from Siesta Key, Sarasota +Tampa Bay.
This trip is great for those looking to enjoy the tranquility of a protected mangrove estuary + tunnels as we paddle to the clear waters of Anna Maria Sound + Tampa Bay where you’ll get a view of the iconic Sunshine Skyway Bridge!
Known for its vast amount of birds, birds, birds + aquatic wildlife this kayaking ecotour is an experience unlike any other! Be on the lookout for many different species of wildlife from roseate spoonbills to white pelicans during the winter, fish, manatees, dolphins, eagle rays + so much more!
Robinson Preserve is a secluded kayaking oasis that has been restored + preserved with the goal of learning more about the important ecosystems that surround it.
We foster a commitment to education, stewardship + responsible ecotourism so learn about manatees, dolphins + other marine life from our team of experienced guides!
A portion of each reservation is donated to marine habitat + wildlife conservation.
Book now for your chance to experience wild Florida + take home clearly unique memories that will last forever!
More Info
- This 2-2.5 hour guided adventure is perfect for beginner + first time paddlers-these are small group tours so please keep in mind paddlers of all levels can be grouped together.
- The length + occasional tides of the paddle do require an INTERMEDIATE level of physicality for the paddle around the preserve + back to our launch site. This means parts of the paddle can be a a workout! .
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If conditions allow, we will have a chance to exit our kayaks + take a dip in the water to explore a sand bar!
Important Information
- Reservations are required for all tours.
- Alcohol + smoking are not permitted.
- No children under 3
- Pets are not permitted during manatee season.
Weight Limit
- No one paddler can be over 250 pounds + the combined weight of two paddlers cannot exceed 425 pounds per kayak. Each of our kayaks are doubles (tandem).
DISCLAIMER:
- Many variables impact the clarity + color of the water like weather, tides, rain, number of recreational users, restoration work, animal + boating activity. We cannot guarantee the color or visibility of the water. If this is the most important part of your experience- call us we would love to talk to you about current conditions + help you pick the best tour time for you!
- We cannot guarantee wildlife sightings on each tour we take out, however your tour guide will do their best to go to the areas where they are typically most active.