Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Eco Tour

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This is a wonderful alternative to an airboat ride quiet, peaceful and surreal. Enjoy a leisurely paddle with a naturalist guide in a very unique part of the Everglades. Throughout the Mangrove forest are brackish "lakes" whose waters are a mix of "sweet" fresh water and salt water. They are nursery grounds for herons, egrets, stilts, ducks, wood storks, spoonbills, alligators, otters, and a gamut of fishes. Interconnecting these lakes are narrow, flowing tidal creeks. The mangrove forest grows to the very edge and over the tops of these creeks forming a canopy or a tunnel. The dense canopy regulates moisture and humidity allowing orchids and bromeliads to thrive. The sunlight (or moonlight) shimmering through the canopy, the stillness of the forest vegetation, and the sounds of the forest itself, make for a surreal experience in the tunnels. Please note that as of January 1, 2026, a $100 USD non-U.S. resident fee applies to Everglades National Park bookings. When applicable, all affected guests are required to purchase and pay this fee in advance of the tour directly through the official national park website. Proof of payment may be requested upon entry. Guests who do not secure the required fee may be denied access to the park.