---
title: Everglades Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Eco Tour
slug: everglades-national-park-guided-kayak-eco-tours
type: attraction
sub_type: kayak tours
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/everglades-national-park-guided-kayak-eco-tours
city: Everglades City
state: FL
country: US
address: 32016 Tamiami Trail East, Everglades City Welcome Center
geo:
  lat: 25.90995
  lng: -81.3643
duration: up to 3.5 hrs
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 3 days before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T18:13:17.058Z
price_from:
  amount: 109.95
  currency: USD
  unit: per_adult
availability: InStock
rating:
  value: 4.5
  count: 1
  scale: 5
ticket_options:
  - group: Other Options
    options:
      - name: 3-Hour Mangrove Tunnel Kayaking Tour
        price: 105.84
        regular_price: 119.95
        savings: 14.11
        ticket_types:
          - name: Adult (12+ yrs)
            min_age: 12
          - name: Child (0-11 yrs)
            min_age: 0
            max_age: 11
---
## Overview

See Florida’s wild beauty on an Everglades mangrove kayak tour. Paddle through twisting tunnels and open lakes where mangrove roots rise from brackish waters, spotting herons, otters, and even alligators in North America’s largest mangrove forest.

Paddle through one of the largest mangrove ecosystems in North America on a guided Everglades kayak eco tour departing from Everglades City. Glide through winding tidal creeks and shaded mangrove tunnels while spotting wildlife such as dolphins, manatees, and a variety of bird species. No kayaking experience necessary.

## What's Included

- Guided kayak eco tour through mangrove tunnels and creeks
- Naturalist guide providing insight on the ecosystem
- Stable, easy-to-paddle kayaks suitable for beginners

## What's Not Included

- Valid park pass for entry into Everglades National Park (required)

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## Ticket Options

- **3-Hour Mangrove Tunnel Kayaking Tour** — $105.84 (regularly $119.95, save $14.11)
  Secure tickets to the 3-hour mangrove kayak tour at the Everglades and explore winding tunnels led by a naturalist guide. Includes stable kayak or canoe plus safety briefing. Expect wildlife spotting across creeks, lakes, and dense mangrove forest.
  - Adult (12+ yrs)
  - Child (0-11 yrs)

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## Good to Know

* Tour lasts about three hours with variable portions in kayak vs creeks.
* Kayaks are stable, easy paddle craft—great even without experience.
* Entry into Everglades National Park requires valid park pass.
* Wear quick-dry clothes & shoes you don’t mind getting wet.
* Bring water; sun protection like hat, sunglasses; optional insect repellent.
* Camera welcome, though some drips possible when paddling.
* Arrive 10-15 minutes early for check-in and orientation.
* Not wheelchair accessible due to steps and boarding ladder.

## Cancellation Policy

Free Changes & Cancellations — see details upon selection.

## FAQs

### Where do the Everglades National Park guided kayak tours meet up?

Meeting point is at “JT’s” on Chokoloskee Island—a blue Key-West style building on Mamie Street, 238 Mamie Street, Chokoloskee, FL.

### When should we arrive?

Plan to arrive 10-15 minutes before the scheduled departure to complete check-in and preparations.

### How long is this guided Everglades kayak tour?

Approximately 3 to 3.5 hours in total—paddling, guided nature time, and exploring creeks/lakes.

### Are these kayak tours wheelchair accessible?

No. This tour is not wheelchair accessible.

### What should I bring?

Please bring whatever you wish to eat or drink, including plenty of water but please adhere to their "Leave No Trace" policy. Also bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, valid park pass, camera and insect repellent. You may bring a camera at your own risk if it is not waterproof. Try not to bring “flip-flops”.

### What should I wear?

Quick-dry clothing, water-friendly shoes (secure, not flip-flops), a hat. Something you don’t mind getting wet.

### Is the tour appropriate for children?

Yes. Children are welcome. Kayaks are easy to paddle; wildlife and natural settings make it educational and fun.

### Can I bring my camera?

Absolutely. Just expect some drips from paddles or entering/exiting the kayak. Waterproof bag or protection advised.

### Will I get wet?

Only mildly. Feet may get wet boarding/unboarding; occasional splashes from paddling.

### What wildlife might be seen?

Herons, egrets, ducks, wood storks, spoonbills, otters, alligators, fishes among others—habitat includes brackish lakes, tidal creeks, dense mangrove forest.