Key West Mangrove Kayak Eco Tour

From$80
2 hours
Commentary: Guide · en

About this activity

Discover the tranquil beauty of Key West's mangrove forests on a guided kayaking adventure, perfect for nature enthusiasts and families alike.

Highlights

  • Explore serene mangrove tunnels
  • Spot diverse local wildlife
  • Learn about the unique mangrove ecosystem
  • Enjoy a leisurely paddle suitable for all skill levels
  • Experience a peaceful escape from the city

Full description

Along with your experienced guide you will paddle at a relaxing pace and explore the shallow, calm, blue-green waters of the back country of Key West. You will glide through the winding mangrove creeks and paddle through inches of water, where you can easily view and learn about the geological structure of the Keys along with its inhabitants, all from the comfort of your kayak. Your adventure will give you a chance to view the mangrove environment up close, along with its marine life including tropical fish, crabs, sea stars, jellyfish, sea cucumbers, sponges and various aquatic birds. Every trip leads us on a different adventure! all guests must know how to swim. Rest rooms to change on site. No lockers but things can be left behind at paddle shack. Beginners welcome!

Included / Excluded

  • Quiet side of Key West
  • Local Guide
  • Bottled water available for sale
  • Dry bags available for rent
  • Gratuities

Important information

Know before you book

  • Tours are subject to weather conditions; check the forecast and contact the provider if uncertain.
  • Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult; parental consent may be required for minors.
  • Gratuities for the guide are not included in the tour price and are appreciated for excellent service.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes suitable for water activities.
  • Bring a waterproof camera or phone case to capture the experience.
  • Apply sunscreen and insect repellent before the tour to protect against sun and bugs.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Stroller Accessible
  • Service Animals Allowed

Good to know

  • Dog Friendly
  • Please check in 30 minutes early

Traveler reviews

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This is a fantastic kayak...

This is a fantastic kayak tour through the Florida Mangroves. Heather was the best tour guide; educating us as we went.

Sheila_GOct 16, 2026VIATOR

don’t hesitate to do this tour, easy and fun

we did three different tours while visiting key west and this by far was the best tour. A nice gentle, relaxing kayak ride where we saw six manatees, including a baby. The guide was informative, friendly, easy-going, and even took pictures from the paddleboard and sent them to us. The mangrove tunnels were fun, easy to navigate and adventurous. Also got to view some of the canals where people live. Next-door was a great eatery and bar. We could watch the fish and boats come and go a delightful experience!!

DianaR590Oct 13, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Great Value

Had such a wonderful time kayaking through the mangroves. We were very lucky to spot some young manatees. Tall Rachel ( more than one working there) was great. She is very knowledgeable about the ecosystem and worked hard to include everyone in the group. This is my first time kayaking and was able to keep up everyone else. They offer both double and single kayaks. We were able to see a lot within the 2 hours. Truly a great value compared to other operators! Thanks Lazy Dog for a wonderful adventure.

Jet42634588599Oct 12, 2026TRIPADVISOR

This was wonderful! We...

This was wonderful! We saw a family of six manatees (a baby included) right as we started. This was our second time and we would go again.

AllyOct 12, 2026VIATOR

Oops We'd do it again

Tall Rachel gave us a heightened awareness of the importance of these short mangrove forests to the overall ecoystemin this area. It was great fun to maneuver through live mangrove tunnels and see all sorts of marine creatures

C7995ACmikewOct 12, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Dog Friendly Please check in 30 minutes early