Paddle a clear tandem kayak at dusk through Wiggins Pass and along Barefoot Beach, then light up the water with LED hull lights for a glowing nighttime return. This guided 90-minute tour blends gentle adventure, close-up wildlife viewing, and easy coastal navigation.
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The sun drops low over the Gulf and the mangroves flatten into long shadows as paddlers slip from the marina boat ramp into glassy water. On this evening tour out of North Naples, tandem clear kayaks carry small teams past Wiggins Pass and the edge of Barefoot Beach Preserve where tidal channels thread between exposed shellbars and mangrove roots. After watching the sunset paint the gulf, guides switch on LED lights under the hulls and the water beneath the kayaks comes alive with fish, rays and drifting plankton — the glow turns the sea into a moving, lit aquarium.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness—able to paddle for 60–75 minutes and get in/out of shallow water
Wildlife
History
This coastline sits on barrier island geology shaped by tidal inlets; the area was historically used by the Calusa and later developed for small-scale fishing and recreation before conservation preserved much of the shore.
Conservation
Respect marked preserves and stay in guided channels to avoid trampling seagrass and disturbing shorebird roosts; operators use established launch sites to reduce habitat impact.
Reserve your spot on the Sunset and Glow Clear Kayak Tour in North Naples today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Respect the weight limits
Tandem clear kayaks have strict per-person and combined weight limits—confirm weight at booking to avoid last-minute changes.
Bring water shoes
You’ll step into ankle-deep water to board and exit; closed-toe water shoes speed entry and protect toes from shells.
Protect low-light gear
Use a dry bag and wrist strap for cameras and phones—the glow makes for great photos but water and sand are a risk.
Watch tides and winds
Evening breezes can pick up; follow guide instructions and sit low in the kayak to maintain stability when winds rise.
Water shoes or sandals
Protects feet during boardings and on oyster-strewn shoreline.
summer
Lightweight waterproof jacket
Evening breezes and quick coastal showers make a thin shell useful.
spring
Small dry bag (waterproof phone pouch)
Keep electronics and small valuables dry during paddling and boarding.
Headlamp or small flashlight
Useful for returning to the dock after dusk and finding gear in low light.
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