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Guided Kayak Trips - Florida |
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Set up your own private Custom Guided Kayak Trip for you and your family or friends.
Click here for a quick overview of all of our Guided Kayak Trips from the Canadian Thousand Islands to Florida.
Lodge-based Guided Kayak Trips
Florida's Nature Coast Guided Kayak Trip (Three-Day)
March 13 - 15, 2009
$395 per person, double occupancy (includes all taxes)
The Nature Coast Canoe and Kayak Trail follows the Gulf Coast of Florida from Crystal River to the Chassahowitzka River. The trail takes a paddler through some of the most pristine salt marshes in the Southeast and generally features protected calm waters with some potentially strong tidal flows through state preserve lands. The paddler will be rewarded with white pelicans, wood storks, manatees and frequent dolphin encounters in some of the protected bays. The trail also provides a great adventure for those interested in bird watching! So bring your binoculars and enjoy birding at its best!
Our trip begins at the Chassahowitzka Hotel in Chassahowitzka, Florida, where we will enjoy dinner and lodging at the hotel before heading out the next morning. On the first paddling day we head down the Chassahowitzka River and paddle to Homosassa Springs where we spend the night in waterside cabins at the Seagrass River Resort. You can choose to cook in your cabin or enjoy dinner at the restaurant on the premises. On the following day our last leg takes us back down the Homosassa River and then north to Crystal River, where we are picked up at the takeout and brought back to our cars.
This trip is designed for paddlers with some previous experience. You should be in good health and accustomed to regular exercise. The cost of the trip includes kayak, paddling accessories, lodging, local transportation, lunches and the first night's dinner. Not included in the cost is air or land transportation to Crystal River, Florida, any meals not previously mentioned, alcoholic beverages, gratuities for the guides, or medical expenses due to injury or illness.
There is a minimum number of participants required to confirm this tour. Therefore please do not make any travel arrangements (airline flights, train) until you have received confirmation from us that the trip has fully booked. A 50% deposit is due at time of reservation, with payment in full due 30 days prior to the trip’s start date. Please email us or call (315) 335-1681 to reserve your spot. For reservation, deposit, refund and cancellation policies, click here.
Click here to listen to a Radio piece about one of our Nature Coast Guided Kayak Trips.
Cedar Key Guided Kayak Trip (Five-Day)
February 23 - 27, 2009
March 16 - 20, 2009
$795 per person (all taxes included)
Join us for five full days of paddling and relaxing in the historic village of Cedar Key on Florida’s nature coast. Come enjoy the great kayaking, history, and seafood the area has to offer! Cedar Key is nestled in the big bend region of the Gulf of Mexico, and invites visitors to come and see what’s left of Florida’s natural heritage. Excellent opportunities exist to get an up close and personal view of all the wildlife that abounds in the rivers, salt marshes, tidal creeks, natural springs and coastal islands. While there you may see ibis, herons, pelicans, osprey, eagles, dolphins, manatees and many other rare and elusive species.
Our daily paddles take place in various locations that will change dependant on the winds and tides. Some of the places that we may explore include the Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuge, Lower Suwannee National Wildlife and the Wacasassa Bay State Preserve. The Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuge is the star of this trip. It offers everything from mud flats paddling to beachcombing on sandy beaches. While paddling “the keys” you’ll most likely see eagles, ospreys and potentially dolphins frolicking alongside your boat. In the Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge we put-in near the Shell Mound: an interesting ancient Indian site that you can explore via interpretive signs and trails. While paddling in this area we can see oyster fisherman at work as well as several species of waterfowl. Wacasassa Bay State Preserve is where we go in search of the not so elusive (at times) American alligator.
Kayaking is an activity that any reasonably fit person can enjoy. This tour is designed for beginning paddlers, and basic paddling and safety instruction will be given at the beginning of the trip. You should be in good health and accustomed to regular exercise. The cost of the trip includes kayak, paddling accessories, local transportation, lunches and two dinners. Not included in the cost is air or land transportation to Cedar Key, Florida, lodging, any meals not previously mentioned, alcoholic beverages, gratuities for the guides, or medical expenses due to injury or illness. Due to the popularity of Cedar Key and the difficulty in finding last-minute lodging, we highly urge those interested in this trip to book as far as possible in advance (1 year in advance is not too much notice). Since this trip is five full days of paddling, you should plan to arrive the day before the trip begins and depart the day after the trip ends.
There are a minimum number of participants required to confirm this tour. Therefore please do not make any travel arrangements (airline flights, train) until you have received confirmation from us that the trip has fully booked. A 50% deposit is due at time of reservation, with payment in full due 60 days prior to the trip’s start date. Email us or call (315) 335-1681 to reserve your spot. For reservation, deposit, refund and cancellation policies, as well as information on travel insurance, click here.
Click here for more photos of our Cedar Key Guided Kayak Trip.
Guided Camping Kayak Trips (Expedition Kayaking)
Everglades Guided Five-Day Expedition Kayak Trip
January 12 - 16, 2009
February 9 - 13, 2009
$895 per person (all taxes included)
Our campsites are at various beach and ground sites. After setting up camp, there is plenty of time to explore the islands, go shell-hunting, read a book, or fish the flats for the redfish, sea trout, and snook the Everglades are famous for. The evenings are spent enjoying dinner, watching the sunset, and relaxing by the campfire.
Spend five full days paddling and camping in the northern region of the Everglades "10,000 Islands Region!" This trip takes you into the winding mangrove waterways along the coast, as well as out to the pristine white sandy beaches that are scattered throughout the region. Padding the Gulf of Mexico waters as we island-hop,we'll be looking out for dolphins, rays, and a wide array of birds including osprey, bald eagle, anhinga, roseate spoonbill, herons, and egrets. Many of the islands of this region were originally shell mounds created by the Calusa Indians, and over time these islands grew to be quite large. White sand beaches stretch along many of these islands and offer inviting lunch and camp sites. During our paddles and nights in camp you’ll also learn about the Everglade’s colorful history as the “last frontier” – a history not so far away in time that includes alligator hunters, drug runners, and murderers!
This trip is designed for paddlers with some previous kayaking experience. Basic paddling and safety instruction will be reviewed at the beginning of the trip. You should be in good health and accustomed to regular exercise. The cost of the trip includes all equipment (kayak and paddling accessories), local transportation (as needed), and all on-water meals. Not included in the cost is air or land transportation to the Everglades City, Florida area, lodging before or after the trip, any meals not previously mentioned, alcoholic beverages, gratuities for the guides, or medical expenses due to injury or illness. You will want to secure your own lodging in Everglades City or nearby for the night before the trip begins and the night after the trip ends. You will need to provide your own tent, sleeping bag, and pad. However, tents and pads are available for rent.
There is a minimum number of participants required to confirm this tour. Therefore please do not make any travel arrangements (airline flights, train) until you have received confirmation from us that the trip has fully booked. A 50% deposit is due at time of reservation, with payment in full due 60 days prior to the trip’s start date. Email us or call (315) 335-1681 to reserve your spot. For reservation, deposit, refund and cancellation policies click here.
Click here for more photos of our Everglades Guided Kayak Trips.
Everglades Fishing Expedition Kayak Trip
Big Bend Paddling Trail Expedition Kayak Trip - 11 Day Trip
March 1 - 11, 2009
$1395 per person (double occupancy, all taxes included)
$1495 per person (single occupancy, all taxes included)
One of the best kept secrets in Florida is the Big Bend Saltwater Paddling Trail. This 105-mile trail, starting on the Aucilla River and finishing in the town of Suwanee , promises seasoned paddlers adventure, solitude and frequent sightings of marine and bird life. A good day with favorable winds and tides can instill an incomparable sense of freedom and accomplishment. A windy and low tide day can you leave you wondering why you left the tent...
We meet in Suwanee, Florida at a rental house on the afternoon of March 1st. Local airport (Gainesville) shuttles are available for a fee. We spend the first night at our rental house, get breakfast in town, and load up our gear and get a shuttle to our put-in on the Econfina River on the morning of March 2nd. We will spend the next eight nights along the water - seven of these nights will be spent camping at various island and riverside campsites, with one night at a motel in Steinhatchee (hot showers!). On March 10th we arrive back at our rental house in Suwanee, where we take out and unload our gear, wash up, and relax before heading into town for dinner. Our last night will be spent at our rental house, with breakfast and check-out on the morning of March 11th.
This trip is for SEASONED PADDLERS ONLY, who are looking for adventure and a challenge. Daily paddling distances (except for the first on-water day) are between 8 to 15 miles. This trip is 11 days long, with 9 days of paddling, 7 nights of camping and three nights in lodging (double occupancy). Included in the cost of the trip are kayak, paddling accessories, lodging, all on-water meals, local transportation and shuttles, and guide.
Everglades Guided Fishing Expedition Kayak Trip
January 19 - 23, 2009
February 16 - 20, 2009
$895 per person (all taxes included)
(shorter duration custom trips are also available, contact us for more information)
The 10,000 Islands Region of the Everglades is well known for its fishing, camping and kayaking, so why not combine them for a fantastic vacation! Our top priority on these week-long vacations is catching fish, and kayaks are our mode of transportation to the camping and fishing spots.
During the trip our target fish are snook, redfish and sea trout. Most of the time will be spent wade-fishing, but as your kayaking skills develop you’ll have the opportunity to try fishing from your kayak. The camping spots are on the beach and you’ll always want to have your rod handy, as you can often see fish cruising the flats from your tent!
This trip is designed for paddlers with some previous kayaking experience. Basic paddling and safety instruction will be reviewed at the beginning of the trip. You should be in good health and accustomed to regular exercise. Whether you are a fly or a spin fisherman, you should be able to cast relatively accurately and be accustomed to fishing in a 10 – 15 knot wind.
The cost of the trip includes all equipment (kayak and paddling accessories), camping fees, all on-water meals, and guide. Fishing rods and reels are also available if you don’t want to travel with your own. Not included in the cost is air or land transportation to Everglades City, Florida area,
any meals not previously mentioned, alcoholic beverages, gratuities for the guides, or medical expenses due to injury or illness. You will need to provide your own tent, sleeping bag, and pad. However, tents are available for rent. Since this trip is five full days of paddling and fishing, you will need to plan to arrive in Everglades City the night before the first paddling day, and to depart the day after the last paddling day.
There is a minimum number of participants required to confirm this trip. Therefore please do not make any travel arrangements (airline flights, train) until you have received confirmation from us that the trip has fully booked. A 50% deposit is due at time of reservation, with payment in full due 60 days prior to the trip’s start date. Email us or call (315) 335-1681 to reserve your spot. For reservation, deposit, refund and cancellation policies click here.
Click here for photos from our Everglades Guided Kayak Fishing Trips.
Everglades Five-Day Expedition Guided Kayak Trip
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