Paddle through Sarasota Bay’s mangrove paths aboard clear kayaks glowing with LED lights on SeaView Kayak Tour’s 90-minute night adventure. Experience vibrant marine life and quiet nighttime coastal beauty unlike any daytime paddle.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for beginners in moderate physical condition; steady paddling required.
Wildlife
History
Ken Thompson Park has been a protected area prioritizing coastal habitat preservation since the mid-20th century, playing a critical role in Sarasota Bay’s ecological health.
Conservation
SeaView Kayak Tour emphasizes low-impact practices, educating guests on preserving mangrove ecosystems and minimizing pollution.
SeaView Kayak Tour
Paddle through Sarasota Bay’s mangrove paths aboard clear kayaks glowing with LED lights on SeaView Kayak Tour’s 90-minute night adventure. Experience vibrant marine life and quiet nighttime coastal beauty unlike any daytime paddle.
SeaView Kayak Tour is a Sarasota, Florida outfitter offering clear kayak excursions that showcase local waterways. The company operates guided 90-minute day and night tours at Ken Thompson Park and Anna Maria Island, using clear kayaks that allow paddlers to view marine life beneath the water. Night tours at Ken Thompson Park feature LED-illuminated clear kayaks so guests can see underwater habitats and glide through mangrove paths. Day clear kayak tours on Anna Maria Island and Ken Thompson Park emphasize sunlit views of Sarasota Bay and opportunities to observe vibrant marine life from above and below the hull.
Each advertised trip is a guided experience with a 90-minute duration, designed for families and paddlers who want an accessible, active way to connect with the Gulf Coast environment. Guides highlight natural features along the route and point out wildlife and ecological highlights as part of the experience. Trips are positioned as family-friendly and suitable for paddlers looking for a memorable, outdoor activity in Sarasota and on Anna Maria Island. SeaView Kayak Tour presents clear, descriptive trip options — daytime clear kayak tours and LED-lit night clear kayak tours — so visitors can choose the setting that best fits their preferences. The business lists specific tour locations and durations for transparency, and each tour summary explains what paddlers should expect during the outing. Tour descriptions specify duration, location, and key features like LED illumination, clear hull visibility, mangrove routes, and guided interpretation to help visitors plan. Bookings are available online in Sarasota.
Locations
Sarasota • Anna Maria
Ken Thompson Park and Anna Maria Island
Tour Duration
90 minutes
Consistent trip length
Night Tours
LED-lit kayaks
Underwater visibility after dark
Family-Friendly
Recommended
Suitable for families
Choose day or night at Ken Thompson Park or Anna Maria Island — secure a guided, 90-minute clear kayak experience online.
Bring water shoes
Protect your feet from rocky or slippery surfaces when entering and exiting the kayak.
Dress for water
Wear lightweight, quick-dry clothing suitable for getting wet and for cooler night temperatures.
Stay close to the group
Follow the guide’s lead and keep within sight for safety and the best experience of illuminated mangrove paths.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Protect your skin while minimizing environmental impact on delicate bay ecosystems.
Water shoes
Protects feet from sharp shells and slippery surfaces when entering/exiting kayaks.
Light jacket or windbreaker
Keeps you warm against cooler night breezes during fall and winter paddles.
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Headlamp or flashlight
Useful for personal lighting when moving to and from the kayak launch area.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and local marine life while paddling through sensitive habitats.
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