Rates

Person $70

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About

GAEA Guides uses tandem kayaks that handle like a single if you are alone in one. We do this to limit the number of kayaks in the environment that may annoy the wildlife. We also do it because there is better communication between the guide and the clients if there are fewer kayaks. We only take a small group on each tour. The kayaks are sit-inside kayaks with comfortable seats and plenty of leg room.

We have been seeing 100s, if not 1000's of nesting wood storks. Many other birds that are nesting this time of year include roseate spoonbills, pelicans, great blue herons, tri-colored herons, snowy egrets, great egrets white ibis, glossy ibis and more. Some of the highlights that you will learn about from your Certified Florida Master Naturalist Guide on this tour are:

• The many different species of birds that are nesting on the rookery
• the estuary that this area is part of – “the cradle of the ocean”
• some history of the native Calusa that used this river as a highway
• the mangrove forest that you are paddling in - the only mangrove forest in the United States. Feel free to ask questions.

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Duration

• 3 hours
• The entire experience takes about 3 hours, and we'll be on the water for 2 hours. Upon meeting at the appointed time we will sign in, go over some safety information and then get the equipment in the water. This takes approximately ½ hour. At the completion of the tour we allow another ½ hour to get all the equipment put away.

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What to Wear

We ask that you dress for the weather:

• Usually a t-shirt and shorts will do.
• Shoes that will get wet as you get in and out of your kayak (not flip flops, they are slippery and dangerous).
• Sunglasses.
• Sunscreen.
• A hat.
• Bug repellant may also be necessary if we are out in the evening.

What to Bring/What Not to Bring

What to Bring

• Water, or something, to drink.
• Complete your electronic waiver beforehand
• Gratuity is not included in your ticket price, and not expected, but greatly appreciated and lets the guide know that you enjoyed the tour.

What NOT to Bring

Do NOT bring anything that you cannot afford to get wet, unless you have it in a dry bag.

Other Tips & Guidelines

• Please arrive on time to find parking, as tours start promptly.
• If you are not at the site by 15 minutes past the meeting time and have not made contact with the guide, the tour will start without you.

Cancellation Policy

Once purchased, tickets cannot be refunded and cannot be rescheduled because your space is being guaranteed at the event. The activity usually runs in light rain and other moderate weather conditions, but the seller may cancel the activity up to an hour before the start time in the event of severe or unsafe weather conditions. If the seller cancels the event, ticket-holders will be allowed to reschedule tickets (subject to availability) or receive credit for a future event.