easy
2–2.5 hours
Suitable for most fitness levels; basic paddling skills needed but guides provide safe, slow-paced support.
Glide through illuminated mangrove canals and watch colorful fish feeding beneath your kayak on a magical Sarasota night tour. Perfect for families and couples alike!
75 min Guided Tour • 6pm Sunset Tour $55 - 8pm & 9:30pm $62 LED illuminated Fish Feeding Night Tours
Experience the thrill of the Ultimate Adventure with our Glass Bottom LED illuminated kayak tours! Paddle through serene mangrove canals and witness vibrant sea life, including manatees and dolphins, as you glide under the stars. Perfect for families or a romantic evening, this unforgettable journey combines nature's beauty with a magical ambiance.
75 minutes
All Ages welcome 4yrs + No waves - water is calm, shallow and protected.
We offer the Ultimate Adventure on our Glass Bottom LED illuminated fish feeding Kayak Night Tours 8pm and 9:30pm which is $62 per person! Our 6pm Sunset Tour doesn't include our LED Lights or Fish feeding that's why it's only $55 per person. This is great for people not wanting to go on our night tours but still wanting to go out for a magical evening on the water. This is also the best time to look for Manatees, Dolphins, and Sea-birds. At our Sarasota location we'll first paddle through mangrove canals into a shallow harbor with mangrove shorelines. You'll be able to view sea-life on the grass flats and see amazing underwater views along with admiring the beautiful panoramic views of the John Ringling Causeway Bridge and the City of Sarasota Skyline! You may see Crabs, Shrimp, Fish, Stingrays, Manatees and other sea-life as we illuminate the waters around us with our high powered underwater custom LED lights. Our Glass Bottom Kayak LED illuminated Night & Sunset Tours are perfect for families, friends, large groups, or an unforgettable date night at sunset or under the stars!
Choose shoes that can get wet and provide good traction for launching and paddling.
Evenings can get cool on the water, so pack a lightweight jacket to stay comfortable.
Give yourself time to get oriented and listen to the safety briefing before the tour.
Skip using strong perfumes or lotions to avoid disturbing wildlife and other guests.
Sarasota’s wetlands are part of a vital estuarine ecosystem that has supported native peoples for centuries and now protects diverse marine life.
Sharkey's Glass Bottom Tours prioritizes sustainable practices by minimizing disturbance to wildlife and educating guests about marine habitat protection.
Helps navigate before and after the tour and enhances underwater visibility.
Keeps bugs at bay during warmer months, especially near mangroves.
spring specific
Provides warmth on cool fall or winter evenings.
fall specific
Keeps valuables and electronics safe from water splashes.