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The 15 Best Kayak & Paddleboard Tours in Miami

17 tours  ·  from $68 a head

Flat water, mangroves and the occasional manatee. These 15 paddles cover the islands off the city and the creeks of the Keys, priced and compared on time on the water.

Raccoon Island: Exploration on SUP/Kayak - Sandspur Island and its wild residents
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Raccoon Island: Exploration on SUP/Kayak

1.Raccoon Island: Exploration on SUP/Kayak

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

Spend 150 minutes exploring Biscayne Bay by kayak or stand-up paddleboard, with a guide, life jacket, fruit, and drinks included. Paddle among mangroves and islands, then visit Sandspur Island, known for its raccoons. Guides have included Sean, Francis, Alejandra, Tony, and Ashley. You can swim, explore, and take photos, but expect to get wet and bring insect repellent.

“AMAZING EXPERIENCE! Lots of fun, great way to spend a morning or afternoon. Both guides were incredible! Highly recommend!”

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Mangroves and Manatees - Guided Kayak Eco Tour - Getting comfortable in a kayak
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Mangroves and Manatees – Guided Kayak Eco Tour

2.Mangroves and Manatees – Guided Kayak Eco Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,222 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $69Top rated

Launch from Tavernier for a two-hour guided kayak trip through shallow creek water and mangrove channels. Choose a single or double kayak, get land and on-water instruction, and watch for manatees, turtles, rays, dolphins, birds, and fish. Guides such as Jack, Tony, Sarah, and Keith lead small groups, but wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.

“Jack was a great tour guide! So friendly and knowledgeable! Not too strenuous, beginners can easily do this adventure! We saw manatees right from the dock before we even started our journey! Jack sent us pictures and video right away after the trip!”

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Raccoon Island: Exploration on SUP/Kayak - Sandspur Island and its wild residents
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Raccoon Island Exploration on SUP/Kayak

3.Raccoon Island Exploration on SUP/Kayak

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

Paddle through mangroves and open water toward Sandspur Island, better known as Raccoon Island, on a guided Miami outing. Kayaks and equipment are provided, with snacks and drinks included. Guides such as Alejandra, Tony, Sean, Angie, and Liam have led trips, though your crew may differ. Plan for about two and a half hours, including time to explore the island.

“Absolutely amazing! Tony and Alexandra were the best tour guides. They were super knowledgeable and very fun. Visiting the raccoons was an outstanding experience.”

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Nature & Island Exploration on SUP/Kayak - Choosing a kayak or paddleboard
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Nature & Island Exploration on SUP/Kayak

4.Nature & Island Exploration on SUP/Kayak

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

Meet at Venetian Marina for a guided kayak or stand-up paddleboard outing through mangrove canals, with a boat transfer to the paddling area on some trips. Guides provide basic instruction, and the route may include a stop at Raccoon Island to swim and see its raccoons. Wildlife sightings vary, and the amount of paddle time can be shorter than the four-hour estimate suggests.

“There’s a 45 minute boat ride there and back to a beautiful spot to kayak through the mangroves. Make sure to bring shoes that can get wet for a change of shoes. I used beach shoes. They have frosty water, so don’t worry about bringing some. It’s rather a small boat and during our trip it was a little crowded but fine. I met a really interesting woman who was a filmmaker, very friendly gathering and very great hosts.”

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Full-Day Kayak Adventure in the Everglades - Slogging through a cypress dome
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Full-Day Kayak Adventure in the Everglades

5.Full-Day Kayak Adventure in the Everglades

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 647 reviews · from $75

Meet your guide in Homestead, then drive your own vehicle behind them to the park. After an orientation, choose a single or double kayak for freshwater and saltwater paddling, with wet cypress dome walks along the way. Guides such as Garl, Mike, and Chris lead small groups of up to 10. Bring lunch and plenty of water.

“This trip was amazing. Mike was our guide and he did an amazing job. I would highly suggest wearing long pants, shirt and water shoes. Also bug spray and sunblock are a must. The entire trip was full of knowledge.”

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Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Adventure in Key Largo - Paddling through narrow passages
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Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Adventure in Key Largo

6.Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Adventure in Key Largo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 604 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $68Best value

Spend about three hours kayaking clear Key Largo waters with a guide who points out mangroves, birds, fish, turtles, and manatees. The small group is capped at 10, and snorkeling is an option during part of the tour. Guides have included Fitz, JoeJoe, Janet, Mark, and Benny.

“My daughter and I took this tour as we both wanted some time on the water, in kayaks. We were not disappointed. The itinerary and timetable were clearly communicated; our guide (Fitz) was well versed in both the area we were kayaking as well as Key Largo and surrounds. He was personable, helpful, and obviously enjoyed meeting and getting to know the people he was guiding. Water was provided before we left from the meeting place, and snacks offered for our time on the water. Once we came out of the water, towels for drying and wet cloths for cleaning our feet and legs were also provided. While the manatees…”

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Guided Clear Kayak Eco-Tour of Jupiter - Paddling beneath the Jupiter Lighthouse
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Guided Clear Kayak Eco-Tour of Jupiter

7.Guided Clear Kayak Eco-Tour of Jupiter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 601 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $89

Paddle Jupiter’s calm lagoon and the Indian River Lagoon in a clear kayak, with a guide to point out wildlife and explain the local ecosystem. You may spot manatees, dolphins, turtles, rays, starfish, and shorebirds, then pause near a sandbar. The group is capped at 10. Guides including Adam, Dustin, Toni, and Aaron have helped newcomers feel at ease on the water.

“This was the highlight of our trip down to Florida. The water was gorgeous and clear and really easy to see things in. We saw a manatee, huge starfish, green turtles, different conches, and gorgeous homes. Adam was an amazing tour guide. So sweet, so patient and a lot of fun. Tammy the manager made everything easy and stress free. We would love to come back and do it again.”

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Everglades National Park: Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Eco-Tour - Following the creeks into the park
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Everglades National Park: Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Eco-Tour

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

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

Follow an English-speaking naturalist guide through the Everglades’ mangrove tunnels, creeks, and lakes in a two-person sit-on-top kayak. The three-hour outing includes kayak rental and local ecology and history; alligator and bird sightings are possible, but wildlife is never guaranteed. No kayaking experience is required.

“It was absolutely great and very insightful. Chris (our guide) was really passionate about the wildlife and we learnt a lot. We also felt safe during the whole trip. Would 100% do it again!”

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North Miami: Nature & Island Exploration on SUP/Kayak - Wildlife watching without a guarantee
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North Miami: Nature & Island Exploration on SUP/Kayak

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

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

Choose a kayak or stand-up paddleboard for a guided four-hour trip through North Miami’s mangroves and nearby waterways. Guides such as Sean, Isabella, CJ, and Aaron have led outings, with basic paddling help, wildlife watching, an island break, fruit, and drinks. Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, and your own snorkeling gear if you want it.

“Just do it. Even if you do not see any dolphin/manatee (depending on your luck but we saw 2 dolphins !), you will have a very good trip with two guys full of energy and very nice ! Thanks for all, the landscape was beautiful. The trip near the bay is very well organized. You can see many islands (including the one with the birds). The raccoon’s island was my best part and we saw an iguana :). As a girl on a solo trip, don’t be shy to go !”

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Clear Kayak Tour in North Miami Beach - Mangrove Tunnels - Tandem kayaks, gear, and comfort
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Clear Kayak Tour in North Miami Beach – Mangrove Tunnels

10.Clear Kayak Tour in North Miami Beach – Mangrove Tunnels

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 232 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $73

Meet your guide at East Greynolds Park for a 2.5-hour clear-kayak trip through North Miami’s mangroves. You’ll paddle in a small group, with equipment and safety gear supplied. Guides such as Jenny and Cassie have shared local knowledge about tides, birds, mangroves, and wildlife. Tandem kayaks are available, though underwater visibility can vary.

“The guide was very good. She was very knowledgeable about the mangroves and very protective over her customers and their safety.”

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L.E.D. Light Kayak Miami City Lights - LED Lights, Kayaks, and Paddleboards
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L.E.D. Light Kayak Miami City Lights

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

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

At 8:30 pm, set out from downtown Miami on an LED-lit kayak or standup paddleboard for an approximately two-hour paddle along the Miami River. Guides lead the way toward views of Brickell City Centre and the skyline. Marco, CJ, Adam, Liam, Francis, Sean, and other guides have led outings, but your guide is not assigned in advance.

“Marco is the best! He gives everyone a good lesson to get comfortable paddling in the water and gives the best recs on taking pictures! He is informed about the areas you’re riding in, with the history of Miami and the wildlife - my group even saw some manatees!! He’s an amazing tour guide and the experience is unlike anything else you’ll do in Miami. It’s all fun exciting but this had its own flair. If it’s your birthday you may even get the best happy birthday sung to you ever (Marco is a singer!!)”

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Everglades City: Guided Kayaking Tour of the Wetlands - Learning to paddle before setting off
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Everglades City: Guided Kayaking Tour of the Wetlands

12.Everglades City: Guided Kayaking Tour of the Wetlands

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 182 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $102

From Everglades City, a naturalist-led kayak trip takes you through mangrove tunnels and cypress forest, with chances to spot alligators, eagles, herons, and other wildlife. Your guide handles the route, explains the ecosystem, and helps you paddle safely. The outing lasts three to four hours, including transport to the launch point.

“Guide was pretty cool. Working with us through the mangroves and the Everglades jungle 😎. Amazing tour and no problems with bugs”

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Small Group Boat, Kayak and Walking Guided Eco Tour Everglades - Kayaking close to the mangroves
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Small Group Boat, Kayak and Walking Guided Eco Tour Everglades

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

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

From Chokoloskee, a US Coast Guard licensed naturalist leads a group of up to six by boat through the remote Ten Thousand Islands. You’ll kayak near mangroves, walk a Barrier Island beach, and learn about local wildlife, shells, and the area’s history. Captain Don and other guides have led trips here.

“Our guide was awesome - we learned a lot about the local flora and fauna and kept the tour fun and light.”

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Miami: Biscayne Bay Ultimate Boat Tour with Kayak Experience - Indian Creek Island from the water
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Miami: Biscayne Bay Ultimate Boat Tour with Kayak Experience

14.Biscayne Bay Ultimate Boat Tour with Kayak Experience

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

From Venetian Marina, cruise Biscayne Bay with an English-speaking guide, visit Bird Island and view Indian Creek Island, then kayak through mangroves toward Raccoon Island. You can swim, snorkel, or relax aboard with fruit and cold drinks. Guides including Sean, Adam, and Oscar have helped newcomers feel at ease on the water.

“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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Seven Isles of Fort Lauderdale Kayak Tour - First-timers can get comfortable
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Seven Isles of Fort Lauderdale Kayak Tour

15.Seven Isles of Fort Lauderdale Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 146 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $89

From George English Park, paddle with a guide along the Middle River, Intracoastal waterways and Isles of Venice, passing mansions, yachts and South Florida plants. Manatees sometimes appear, but sightings are not guaranteed. Kayaks, paddles, lifejackets, bottled water and coconut water are included. The tour lasts about two hours and is private to your group.

“I has sooo much fun ! Our instructor Jenna was amazing. She made the whole trip. We were laughing and giggling the entire time. She also took sooo much pictures for us with no extra charge. If you are hesitant about booking, DO IT !”

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