Ease into Pelican Bay’s mangrove labyrinth on a guided one-hour SUP or kayak tour from Getaway Marina. Expect calm water, close wildlife encounters—manatees, dolphins, and shorebirds—and straightforward, beginner-friendly paddling with all gear provided.
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You push off from Getaway Marina and the world immediately rearranges itself: engines and road noise shrink behind a rim of mangroves, and water becomes a mirror that insists you move slowly. The guide gives a short briefing, you choose a sit-on-top kayak or a stable SUP, and then you ease into the braided waterways of Pelican Bay. Sunlight sifts through red mangrove roots; a curious dolphin arcs in the distance as though checking the tide chart.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Moderate—suitable for beginners with basic paddling fitness; some stability and core strength helps
Wildlife
History
The waters off Fort Myers Beach lie along historic trade and fishing routes used by the Calusa people and later by Spanish and American fishermen; the mangroves remain crucial to local fisheries.
Conservation
Guides emphasize low-impact paddling—staying out of seagrass beds and maintaining distance from manatees—to protect fragile habitats and comply with local regulations.
Reserve your spot on the 1 Hour Guided SUP/Kayak Tour in Pelican Bay at Fort Myers Beach today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Morning calm
Book an early slot for glassy water and higher chances of manatee and dolphin sightings.
Dress for splash
Wear quick-dry layers and water shoes—wet landings and shallow pull-ins are likely.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Protect skin and the waterways; apply before launch and use a brimmed hat to cut glare.
Secure your phone
Use a waterproof case or dry bag; smartphone photos are the best record of brief wildlife encounters.
Water shoes
Protect feet from oyster beds and slippery docks when launching and landing.
summer
Waterproof phone case or dry bag
Keeps electronics and small essentials dry while you paddle.
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated is important in Florida heat even on short tours.
summer
Reef-safe sunscreen and hat
Protects skin and local marine life from harmful chemicals.
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