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14 Kayaking Tours in Miami That Live Up to the Hype

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Raccoon Island: Exploration on SUP/Kayak

Raccoon Island: Exploration on SUP/Kayak - Bill Bird Marina meet-up: where to stand and what to look for

1.Raccoon Island: Exploration on SUP/Kayak

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,289 reviews · 2h 30m · from $99Our pick

Kayak or SUP to Raccoon Island in Biscayne Bay, with mangrove paddling, gentle wildlife time, and free drinks and fruit included.

“This experience was absolutely amazing and unforgettable! Kayaking to Raccoon Island was so much fun, and the views were beautiful. Seeing the raccoons up close was a once-in-a-lifetime moment. Special thanks to our guide Francis and his team — they were incredibly friendly, professional, and made us feel safe and comfortable the entire time. Francis explained everything clearly, helped everyone, and created such a great vibe during the trip. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Miami. We will definitely come back again!”

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Raccoon Island Exploration on SUP/Kayak

Raccoon Island: Exploration on SUP/Kayak - Bill Bird Marina meet-up: where to stand and what to look for

2.Raccoon Island Exploration on SUP/Kayak

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 972 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $99Top rated

Kayak or SUP to Raccoon Island from North Miami, paddle mangroves, swim at Sandspur Island, and meet friendly raccoons with snacks and drinks.

“This company and your was excellent. We looked into other kayak tours, but you had to kayak the entire way there. That would have been tough. This company boats you to a floating dock where you kayak the last leg for a shorter distance!”

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Nature & Island Exploration on SUP/Kayak

Nature & Island Exploration on SUP/Kayak - The afternoon flow: from paddling basics to a wildlife route

3.Nature & Island Exploration on SUP/Kayak

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 816 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $99

Choose SUP or kayak on a 4-hour Miami mangrove paddle with wildlife chances, raccoon island time, and beer included.

“This is advertised as a paddle/kayak tour, however, I think you’re on land more than you’re on your SUP/Kayak. We went towards the mangroves, but only went in approx. 500 ft before turning around. It was extremely disappointing! I was hoping for a much better exploration of the mangroves! After turning around, we cut straight across to Raccoon Island. The island was very cool to see and got some insightful history and whatnot, but spent more time here than on the water. From the mangroves to the island was only about 1500 ft. (So it was minimal time on your sup/kayak) After the island, you went straight back to the…”

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Everglades National Park: Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Eco-Tour

Everglades National Park: Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Eco-Tour - The 3-hour flow on the water, and what each stage is really for

4.Everglades National Park: Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Eco-Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 590 reviews · 3 hours · from $109

Guided 3-hour kayak through Everglades mangrove tunnels, easy sit-on-top boat, naturalist history, wildlife sightings, $109.

“We had an unforgettable kayak tour in Florida through the beautiful mangroves, guided by Chris. The scenery was absolutely stunning, and we saw so much wildlife along the way, plenty of birds and even alligators in their natural habitat. Chris was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and made the whole experience both safe and fun. He shared interesting facts about the ecosystem and made sure everyone felt comfortable on the water. This tour is truly a must-see and a highlight for anyone visiting the area. Highly recommended!”

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North Miami: Nature & Island Exploration on SUP/Kayak

North Miami: Nature & Island Exploration on SUP/Kayak - SUP or kayak in North Miami: which one fits you

5.North Miami: Nature & Island Exploration on SUP/Kayak

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 562 reviews · 4 hours · from $99

Paddle SUP or kayak through North Miami mangroves with wildlife spotting, an island snack stop, and easy guided instruction for all levels.

“Sean was a fantastic tour guide. You could really tell how much he cared about the animals and the environment we were in. We saw so many raccoons & fell in love with mangrove crabs. We would definitely do again!”

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Clear Kayak Tour in North Miami Beach – Mangrove Tunnels

Clear Kayak Tour in North Miami Beach - Mangrove Tunnels - Meeting at East Greynolds Park and getting on the water

L.E.D. Light Kayak Miami City Lights

L.E.D. Light Kayak Miami City Lights - Where you meet at 122 NW N River Dr, and what the first stretch usually feels like

7.L.E.D. Light Kayak Miami City Lights

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 231 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $89

Paddle Miami River after dark on an LED kayak, see Brickell’s skyline, snap photos, and get guided safety help at 8:30 pm.

“Beautiful night lights and Excellent guides! Recommend bringing towel or change of clothes just in case u get a bit wet - Great Experience!”

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Small Group Boat, Kayak and Walking Guided Eco Tour Everglades

Small Group Boat, Kayak and Walking Guided Eco Tour Everglades - Ten Thousand Islands country from the water

8.Small Group Boat, Kayak and Walking Guided Eco Tour Everglades

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 163 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $199

Small-group Everglades tour with boat, kayak, and a guided Barrier Island Beach walk led by a US Coast Guard licensed naturalist.

“We went out and it was raining on and off and when it did clear we just power boated around which was interesting but not what I signed up for or paid for. Never got to kayak which is what I really wanted to do and thought that this would be a good combination. Sadness. I would have signed up for the power boat tour and saved alot of money if that had been what I wanted to do.”

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Miami: Biscayne Bay Ultimate Boat Tour with Kayak Experience

Miami: Biscayne Bay Ultimate Boat Tour with Kayak Experience - Bird Island: the protected rookery stop that’s actually worth the time

9.Biscayne Bay Ultimate Boat Tour with Kayak Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 157 reviews · 4 hours · from $99

4-hour Biscayne Bay boat and kayak tour from Venetian Marina, with Bird Island birds, Indian Creek views, and Raccoon Island swim.

“Absolutely incredible experience!!! I had the best time on the Raccoon Island tour. Sean, Adam and Oscar were all incredibly kind, caring and fun from start to finish. A special shout-out to Sean, who really took care of me - I was honestly terrified of kayaking (and alone!), but he made the whole experience easy, safe and genuinely fun. He knew exactly how to put me at ease, and I’m so grateful. They truly do everything to make you feel comfortable and make the experience amazing - they’re always happy to take photos for you and they really go above and beyond. The boat ride was also amazing: great explanations…”

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Mangrove Jungle Exploration on SUP/Kayak

Mangrove Jungle Exploration on SUP/Kayak - Kayak or SUP in Miami’s Mangrove Jungle: What the 3 Hours Feels Like

10.Mangrove Jungle Exploration on SUP/Kayak

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 146 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $99

Paddle Miami’s mangrove jungle on SUP or kayak, stop at Raccoon Island, and hand-feed wildlife with fresh fruit snacks included.

“The day we booked was rain and cold, even so, still a lot of fun, our tour guide Sean is very good that make the tour relax, safe and fun with knowledge.”

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Small-Group Everglades Boating Kayaking and Walking Eco Tour

Small-Group Everglades Boating Kayaking and Walking Eco Tour - Stop 1 in Everglades National Park: boating where wildlife shows up

Miami: City Lights SUP or Kayak Night Tour

Miami: City Lights SUP or Kayak Night Tour - Meeting Under I-95 at 204 SW 3rd St: Getting Started Without Drama

12.City Lights SUP or Kayak Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 86 reviews · 2 hours · from $89

Paddle Miami River at night for 2 hours, choose SUP or kayak, enjoy downtown lights, glow gear, and drinks included for $89.

“The kayaking experience was outstanding, the views around the city were beautiful and our guide Marco was amazing, very knowledgeable and informative. Worth every penny”

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Miami: Guided LED-Lit Kayak Night Tour

Miami: Guided LED-Lit Kayak Night Tour - LED-lit kayaks and your SUP option, what it really changes

13.Guided LED-Lit Kayak Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 76 reviews · 2h 30m · from $89

Neon LED kayak or SUP on the Miami River at night, guided with safety gear and drinks for 150 minutes, for downtown skyline views.

“Such a fun night kayaking experience on the Miami River. Marko was welcoming and great with instructions for those new to kayaking, while still encouraging me to paddle on and enjoy the city lights and energy. A brilliant way to experience Miami at night — highly recommend.”

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Miami: Beginner-Friendly Island Snorkeling by SUP or Kayak

Miami: Beginner-Friendly Island Snorkeling by SUP or Kayak - Meeting at Bill Bird Marina, Finding the Right Dock, Starting On Time