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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.
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.
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.
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Operated by Get Up And Go Kayaking - Naples · Naples, Florida
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.
That stretch of coast reflects a coastal geology of barrier islands, tidal inlets and mangrove peat built over millennia. The area was used historically by the Calusa and later developed into a small-boat fishing and recreation corridor; today state and county preserves protect much of the shoreline. Guides point out local ecology as you paddle—oyster lines clinging to pilings, fiddler crabs running the flats, and the steady work of tides carving sand spits.
Practicalities matter: the tour runs about 90 minutes from launch, requires basic paddling ability and follows a guided route through shallow channels. Expect to wade into ankle-deep water to enter the kayak; wear water shoes, dress for evening breezes, and bring a small dry bag for phones. Weight limits apply to tandem kayaks and children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. For photographers, dusk light and the under-hull LEDs make for dramatic, low-light images—bring a stable grip or wrist strap and a headlamp for the dock.
moderate.
1.5 hours.
Moderate fitness—able to paddle for 60–75 minutes and get in/out of shallow water
The operator uses tandem clear kayaks for most bookings; a single may be available only if there is an odd number in the group.
Children are allowed from age 3 but must be accompanied by an adult; staff enforce weight limits and safety briefings for younger paddlers.
Tours require good weather and a minimum number of guests; if canceled due to weather or low bookings you’ll be offered a different date or full refund.
Yes—photography is common; use a dry bag and wrist strap to protect devices in low-light, wet conditions.
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.
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.
Get Up And Go Kayaking - Naples operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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.
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.
That stretch of coast reflects a coastal geology of barrier islands, tidal inlets and mangrove peat built over millennia. The area was used historically by the Calusa and later developed into a small-boat fishing and recreation corridor; today state and county preserves protect much of the shoreline. Guides point out local ecology as you paddle—oyster lines clinging to pilings, fiddler crabs running the flats, and the steady work of tides carving sand spits.
Practicalities matter: the tour runs about 90 minutes from launch, requires basic paddling ability and follows a guided route through shallow channels. Expect to wade into ankle-deep water to enter the kayak; wear water shoes, dress for evening breezes, and bring a small dry bag for phones. Weight limits apply to tandem kayaks and children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. For photographers, dusk light and the under-hull LEDs make for dramatic, low-light images—bring a stable grip or wrist strap and a headlamp for the dock.