Guided Nature Tours
Wildlife Refuge Tram Tour
*Reservations Recommended, See Calendar for Exact Dates* “Being on Wildlife Drive without a guide is like watching the Discovery Channel with the volume turned down.” – Tour guest Our experienced naturalists can help you spot wildlife most visitors would never see. Hop on our tram that travels along Wildlife Drive through the J.N. “Ding’ Darling […]
Nature & Sealife Cruise
Book Now!! The Nature and Sealife Cruise is Back! Enjoy a naturalist led, covered pontoon boat cruise around Tarpon Bay. Learn about Tarpon Bay’s rich Mangrove Estuary ecosystem and get an up-close look at wildlife. While spending roughly an hour boating around Tarpon Bay an experienced naturalist will help you spot wildlife and provide great […]
Kayak Trail Tour
*Reservations Highly Recommended* “Tarpon Bay is one of the top ten places in the nation to paddle” ~Canoe & Kayak Magazine The Kayak Trail Tour is a wonderful introduction to Tarpon Bay and the coastal environment. Visitors will kayak with an experienced naturalist through the mangrove forest along Tarpon Bay’s Commodore Creek Trail. The trail […]
Low Tide Kayak Tour
Have you ever been told how shallow Tarpon Bay is? Have you ever heard that low tides are great for birding? Lay the rumors to rest on Tarpon Bay Explorers’ Low Tide Kayak Tour! Explore the bay when most wouldn’t with an experienced naturalist. This 90-minute tour will take you through Tarpon Bay’s tidal flats, […]
Stand Up Paddleboard Tour
SUP Tours are Currently Unavailable. Rentals Available from 8am-3pm! Walk on water with an experienced naturalist on a stand up paddleboard (SUP) through Tarpon Bay. This tour is for all skill levels and launches directly from our location. The first portion of the trip begins with a lesson from your certified guide and naturalist. Beginners […]
Sunset Rookery Paddle
Reservations Required! “Tarpon Bay is one of the top ten places in the nation to paddle” ~Canoe & Kayak Magazine This is truly a birders’ delight. Join us as the sun goes down and dozens of birds swoop onto Tarpon Bay’s Rookery Islands to roost for the night. This paddle is a truly unique experience. […]
Evening Nature Cruise
Book Now!! Our Evening Nature Cruise is back! Join us as the sun goes down on a cruise to the rookery islands. Watch as dozens and dozens of birds swoop in to roost for the night and witness evenings that Sanibel is famous for. The diversity of birds is quite the spectacle to observe. Depending […]
Breakfast Nature Cruise
Breakfast Cruise is Currently Unavailable. This tour is for the early riser. Experience one of the most beautiful settings on Sanibel. While a naturalist elaborates on Tarpon Bay’s pristine ecosystem, you can sip on hot coffee and chow down on freshly made Bailey’s General Store donuts and pastries. The full ‘breakfast’ menu include: donuts, pastries, […]
