Explore one of Florida’s most spectacular paddling destinations on Happy Paddler Kayak Tours' highly rated Coastal Island Tour. This 3-hour guided adventure takes you through the crystal-clear waters between Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key—an exclusive area only accessible to kayakers through our tours. Led by expert naturalists and certified instructors, you'll have the chance to encounter dolphins, manatees, seabirds, and a variety of fascinating marine life. The tour is perfect for all experience levels and includes a relaxing stop at either a sandbar or beach.
Join us on an exciting pedal kayak adventure through Terra Ceia Bay as we explore unique coastal habitats. This is our longer distance tour option. We will travel about 5 miles roundtrip. Roughly half of that distance is through winding and shaded mangrove habitat. The other half will be spent exploring shallow sea grass beds and sandbars. Overall duration of this tour is about 3 hours. If you'd like to explore mangrove trails without the crowds this is your ticket!
Search for Dolphins and Manatees from a kayak Follow your kayak tour guide through the most beautiful and expansive mangrove tunnel system on the west coast of Florida. View the different types of mangrove trees that make up this unique ecosystem. Dolphins are commonly sighted year around on this tour. Manatees frequent the area March thru December but are more common May thru October. Bird life is abundant and the lack influence from commercial activities makes this a real Florida kayak tour you will remember forever.
Explore one of Florida’s most spectacular paddling destinations on Happy Paddler Kayak Tours' highly rated Coastal Island Tour. This 3-hour guided adventure takes you through the crystal-clear waters between Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key—an exclusive area only accessible to kayakers through our tours. Led by expert naturalists and certified instructors, you'll have the chance to encounter dolphins, manatees, seabirds, and a variety of fascinating marine life. The tour is perfect for all experience levels and includes a relaxing stop at either a sandbar or beach.
