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Experience the Magic of Rookery Bay: Sunset to Full Moon Cruise at Keewaydin Island - Naples

Experience the Magic of Rookery Bay: Sunset to Full Moon Cruise at Keewaydin Island

Napleseasy

Difficulty

easy

Duration

3–4 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for most fitness levels; minimal physical exertion involved, mainly gentle walking on sand

Overview

Discover the serene beauty of Rookery Bay on a Sunset to Full Moon Cruise that blends beach combing, wildlife sightings, and a moonlit shoreline walk. Perfect for nature lovers and evening adventurers visiting Naples, Florida.

Naples, Florida

Sunset to Full Moon Cruise

3 Hours • $109 Per Person

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Adventure Photos

Sunset to Full Moon Cruise photo 1

About This Adventure

This one-of-a-kind tour takes place as the sun begins to hang low in the sky in the beautiful Rookery Bay! Head to a remote part of Keewaydin Island to beach comb and watch a beautiful sunset before cruising back through the Rookery Bay under the light of the full moon!


Rates

$109/Passenger (Ages 3+)

$575/Private Tour (up to 6 passengers)

Duration

3 Hours

About

Guests will have the opportunity to cruise through the Rookery Bay Reserve as the sun sits low in the sky and observe the famous bird rookery island on your way to a remote part of Keewaydin Island for some beach combing and a beautiful SWFL sunset. Take a short hike across from our private dock to the beach on this secluded part of Keewaydin Island that is renowned for its shell-strewn beaches and pastel sunsets! Enjoy the private beach until the magical moment when the sun sinks into the Gulf and the full moon rises above the horizon. As darkness gradually enfolds you, stroll back across the island to begin the leisurely return cruise through the back bays of the reserve, becoming immersed in the sights, sounds and sensations of night in a mangrove-forested estuary under the light of the full moon.

Adventure Tips

Bring a flashlight for moonlit beach walks

A handheld flashlight or headlamp will help you safely navigate sandy paths under the moon.

Wear insect repellent

Evening hours can bring mosquitoes; repellent keeps bites at bay during beach combing and cruising.

Dress in light layers

Temperatures can drop slightly after sunset, so bring a light jacket or cover-up.

Protect your camera equipment

Twilight and moonlight offer stunning photo ops, so bring a tripod or stabilizer for clearer shots.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Bottlenose dolphins
  • Snowy egrets

History

Rookery Bay Reserve was established in 1980 to protect one of Florida’s last undisturbed coastal estuaries, crucial for many species’ survival.

Conservation

Rising Tide Adventures supports local conservation efforts by educating guests on Rookery Bay’s delicate ecosystems and minimizing environmental impact.

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Recommended Gear

Light jacket or windbreaker

Essential

Keeps you comfortable during cooler evening breezes on the water and beach.

summer specific

Insect repellent

Essential

Protects against mosquitoes during dusk and night activities.

summer specific

Camera with tripod

Helps capture low-light shots of sunset and moonlit landscapes.

Flashlight or headlamp

Essential

Necessary for safe navigation during moonlit shoreline walks.