Cypress Forest: Guided Nature Kayak Eco-Tour
Overview
Enjoy a day with nature on this guided eco-tour. This easy kayak tour, which requires no previous experience - will take you on a journey through the stunning cypress forest. See local wildlife along the way including alligators, roseate spoonbills, hawks, frogs, egrets and more!
What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Water
- Kayak rental
- Dry Box
- Life Jacket
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
West Vine Street
Kissimmee, FL 34741, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
This 2-hour guided tour starts and ends at The Paddling Center at Shingle Creek, located directly off of Hwy 192. Here, you will start on Shingle Creek, which are the headwaters of the Everglades.
After a safety briefing and instruction on kayaking, you will quickly enter an ecological gem that is rated one of the top paddling trails in Florida by Johnny Molloy, author of “Canoeing and Kayaking Florida.”
Within 20 minutes you enter an old-growth cypress forest that is both serene and stunningly beautiful. Your guide will tell you all about the rich ecology and history of Shingle Creek.
All guides have ACA Instructor certification, as well as First Aid, CPR & AED certification.
Young children, as young as 4 years old, can participate in the tandem kayak which has a jump seat in the back for them to sit and enjoy the experience.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We recommend you wear shorts, light shirt / top, sandals, hat and bring sunblock
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(11)Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-45934P1
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