DON PEDRO island guided Kayak Tour
Paddle through canopy mangrove areas on the Don Pedro Island Kayak Tour. This trip is located in Placida. Which is a small fishing village between Englewood and Boca Grande. Discover wildlife like dolphin, manatees, birds, and live shells.
DON PEDRO island kayak tour
DON PEDRO ISLAND KAYAK TOUR ROUTE
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
- Kayak Equipment
- Life Vests (Properly Fitted for all sizes)
- Paddles
- Certified Florida Master Naturalist Tour Guide
- Certified Staff in Florida Boating Safety
- Photos from your tour guide
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED:
- Tour Guide Gratuity
- Entrance Fee to Don Pedro Island State Park ($3 per car)
#1 KAYAK TOUR PROVIDER FOR DON PEDRO ISLAND
At SUP Englewood, it’s our goal to ensure that you have the best experience possible. We are a locally owned and operated company. Founded by a native of Englewood, FL. SUP Englewood has a long standing reputation as a commercial kayak tour operator and has launched tour groups at Don Pedro Island State Park since 2012. Find hundreds of reviews across popular platforms such as Trip Advisor, Yelp, Google, Facebook and more. We are proud to announce that SUP Englewood received the 2024 Trip Advisor’s Travelers Choice award.
kayak TOUR FAQ'S
DO I NEED RESERVATIONS?
Yes, reservations are required for all kayaking tours.
- All kayak equipment is loaded down to the water by our staff
- Reservations allow for a smooth check-in process when you arrive at the park
- Please let us know about any equipment changes as soon as possible.
HOW MUCH WEIGHT CAN A KAYAK HOLD?
Singles Kayaks hold up to 350 pounds.
Double Kayaks can hold up to 550 pounds.
These kayaks can be modified for a single paddler.
DO YOU HAVE AGE RESTRICTIONS?
SUP Englewood takes pride in offering family-friendly services. All ages are welcome and we provide the following guidelines to ensure that everyone has a positive experience. Children under 50 pounds
- We recommend using one of our tandem kayaks and having your child sit in the middle of the kayak
- Paddling a tandem kayak without enough weight in the front of the kayak can be physically exhausting and can cause the kayak to capsize.Â
- We have two styles of tandem kayaks, duos and Quattros. Both support up to 550 pounds
- Duos fit up to 2 adults and 1 child in the middle
- Quattros fit up to 2 adults and up to 2 small children in the middle
Children under 14 years old must kayak with an adult
- We recommend tandem kayaks for children in general, this is especially true for children under 14 years old
- Kayaking is a physical activity and requires endurance to complete the tour.
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WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A TOUR AND A RENTAL?
Kayak tours
Allow you to experience the Don Pedro Island State Park like never before! Here’s what you can expect:
- All tours are led by certified Florida Master Naturalists
- Tour guides are environmental educators and provide fun facts along the way
- Expect to see more wildlife and have up-close experiences with smaller marine life such as sea stars, conch shells, hermit crabs and other species.
- Learn about ways that you can help local conservation efforts
- Tour guides maintain a safe paddling ratio of 1 guide to 8 participants
- Perfect for all ages and skill levels
Kayak Rentals
Kayak rentals are perfect for people that want to venture out on their own. Here’s what’s provided to go solo. Paddlers must be able to return independently to the kayak launch starting point. Also recommended for paddlers without medical conditions.
- Maps of the paddling area
- Safety overview of boat lanes and laws of the waterways
- Paddling orientation for first timers
- Highlight of things you may see along the way
DO I HAVE TO PAY IN ADVANCE?
We have options for payments:
- Book online and pay in advance
- Book over the phone with option to hold a card.
- Payment is due when services are rendered
- This makes the most sense for weather concerns
- You do not have to worry about a refund for weather cancellations
- Separate payment is accepted for groups.Â
WHAT ABOUT WEATHER?
We reserve the right to cancel during the following conditions:
- Lightning within 15 miles of the paddling area
- Winds over 15 mph on boards and 20 MPH on kayaksÂ
- Storms with lightning visible on radar that appear to heading to our direct area
- Extreme cold under 55 degreesÂ
