Rentals

Rentals

Kayak, SUP & Hobie Rentals ONLY

MWFSat 8am-3pm, Rentals return by 4:45pm

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Kayak & Canoe Rental

FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE (i.e. no reservations) 8am-3pm, boats must be back no later than 4:45pm If our guided tours are booked, you can explore Tarpon Bay on your own! Kayak down our marked Commodore Creek Trail in search of critters amongst the mangrove trees or swimming beneath your boat. Kayakers also have the option […]

Stand Up Paddleboard Rentals

SUP Rentals Available! *First come, First Serve between 8am-3pm* Paddle with a birds-eye view aboard one of Tarpon Bay Explorers’ stand up paddleboards. Stand up paddleboarding in Tarpon Bay is unlike any other paddling experience. Boarders can see what lives amongst the sea grasses, all while soaking up the Florida sun. Paddlers may see schools […]

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Hobie Fishing Kayak Rentals

Hobies Available! *Reservations Recommended* A Hobie fishing kayak is the perfect vessel to rent for fishing: Stealthy and efficient. These kayaks are equipped with a pedal drive system providing anglers a stable, hands-free fishing experience. The Hobie kayak is used only for fishing and is a great way to save time going to and from […]

Pontoon Rentals

Due to Damages Caused by Hurricane Ian, the Pontoon will be Unavailable until Late 2024 Are you looking to spend a day on the water? Tarpon Bay Explorers offers pontoon rentals that are perfect for wildlife viewing, cruising around the back-bay waters or finding a favorite fishing hole to bring home dinner. A day on […]

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Fishing Equipment Rentals

Test your angling skills on the waters of Tarpon Bay. Rent fishing equipment including rods, reels, nets, bait buckets & anchors. Tarpon Bay Explorers also sells fishing tackle if you are coming empty handed or need additional hooks, weights, bobbers & lures. Tarpon Bay yields high fish productivity throughout the year consisting of back bay […]

Bike Rental

Due to Damages Caused by Hurricane Ian, Bike Rentals will be Unavailable until Summer 2024 Ride bikes along Wildlife Drive in the heart of the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge. Tarpon Bay Explorers is the closest rental facility to the Wildlife Refuge with no intersections to cross. Bikers may also bike to any destination […]

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