Best Fort Myers Kayaking Tours: Our Top 4

1.2.5-Hour Guided Group Kayak Tour on Big Hickory Pass

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 487 reviews · 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $55Our pick

Meet Joey, Kevin, or another Island Breeze guide at Big Hickory Pass for a two to two-and-a-half-hour group paddle through Estero Bay. Kayaks, life vests, dry bags, and shelling bags are included. You may spot dolphins, manatees, birds, and fish, with time for a beach stop.

“This was a great kayak tour. We unfortunately didn’t see any dolphins or manatees because of the time of year but we had a great time and enjoyed the swimming break.”

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2.Bonita Springs Eco Kayak Tour – Best Gear, Premium&Clear Kayaks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 252 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $55

Explore Big Hickory Island with guides such as Buzz, Ethan, or Nick in stable Crescent Primo and Crew kayaks. Paddle mangrove tunnels, pause at a quiet beach for shells, and watch for dolphins, birds, and seasonal manatees. The two-hour tour includes water, a dry bag, and professional photos.

“My wife and I are in our early/mid 60s and this is the first time we had tried any kayaking. Mike set us up in a tandem and Buzz guided us through our tour. For first-timers, it was a nice experience...not too short, and not too long. We even got to see a dolphin surfacing around us and took some pictures. We didn't really know what to expect when we got there, which was along the side of the road...albeit with ample room for parking. One of our biggest concerns was for rest rooms. We ended up buying into Lovers Key State Park, and using their facilities. It was just…”

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3.Guided Kayak Eco Tour – Bunche Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 228 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours (approx.) · from $69

Paddle Bunche Beach’s coastal waterways with an English-speaking guide from Kayak Excursions. Expect a small group of up to 12, provided kayaks and lifejackets, a short beach stop, and chances to see manatees, dolphins, birds, crabs, and mangroves. Guides such as Mike, Jordan, Laura, Rachel, and Ty add local nature stories along the way.

“Mike did great as a tour guide, even during my melt down when I got stuck for the 5th time! Be aware of mosquitoes! And crawling crabs on trees too!!”

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4.Clear/Standard Kayak Self Guided Island EcoTour Bonita Springs!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 114 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $25Best value

Mike’s Coastal Expeditions gives you about two hours to paddle Big Hickory near Bonita Springs at your own pace. Choose a standard or clear kayak, use the provided map, and follow the route toward mangrove passages, Estero Bay, and a secluded shelling beach. Mike and his team provide paddles, life jackets, dry bags, and basic route advice.

“The most calmest waters I’ve been in a while. So peaceful you forget your problems as the water flows.”

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