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Great experience!
Zoe is the absolute best! I've done this tour with her twice and she has so much knowledge of the area and the flora and fauna. She is such a pleasure. And Lofton Creek is just so beautiful! Great experience!
Guided Kayak Eco Tour: Real Florida Adventure
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $55 / person
- Location
- Jacksonville, United States
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 160 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 24
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Paddle Jax Amelia
- Meeting point
- THIS TOUR LAUNCHES FROM MELTON NELSON BOAT RAMP463540 State Road 200, Fernandina Beach FLGO TO THE BOAT RAMP and look for our guide(s). We can be found by our red Jeep or red Hummer and matching kayak trailer, with our Paddle Jax Amelia sign on the side. See you there!
Description
The most popular kayak trip of the Amelia Island area! Our certified University of Florida Advanced Master Naturalist Guide has curated this tour for you, highlighting all of the best parts of this beautiful wetland area. Our tour of this black water creek is an amazing way to experience the nature of the real Florida. Perfect for beginners yet a gorgeous paddle for even the experienced kayaker, you will be guided through a forested black water tributary of Amelia Island, teeming with wildlife, flora and fauna. Experience easy, calm, lush botanical beauty while kayaking this popular waterway on this 2-hour guided tour.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:30 AM and 2:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 4+)
- $55
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $110.
Larger groups pay less per person.
In demand: 15 of the next 60 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Bottled water
Complimentary photos taken during your tour
Use of kayak, paddles, life vests included
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
160 reviews
How it compares in Jacksonville
- No. 7 by number of reviews among 135 tours in Jacksonville
- Starting price $55 is 21% below the typical $70 for tours of similar length in Jacksonville
Excurgo comparison of 135 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. 100% refund for cancellations 24+hours prior to tour time. If we cancel your tour due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund. We do not cancel for light rain, unless the outdoor temperature is 50* or below, so if you'd like to bring a poncho, please do!
- We definitely recommend sunblock! Bug spray during the summer is helpful. You may also want to bring a change of clothes or wear swimwear.
- Kayakers must be willing to step in approximately six inches of water to enter and exit the kayak.
- Recommended for ages 4 years old and up. Children under 12 must ride in a tandem kayak with an adult.
- Not recommended for serious medical conditions.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Guided Kayak Eco Tour: Real Florida Adventure take?
Guided Kayak Eco Tour: Real Florida Adventure lasts about 2 hours.
How much does Guided Kayak Eco Tour: Real Florida Adventure cost?
Prices start at $55 per person for this Jacksonville experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $110. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Guided Kayak Eco Tour: Real Florida Adventure run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:30 AM and 2:00 PM.
Does Guided Kayak Eco Tour: Real Florida Adventure sell out?
It can: 15 of the next 60 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Guided Kayak Eco Tour: Real Florida Adventure for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is THIS TOUR LAUNCHES FROM MELTON NELSON BOAT RAMP. 463540 State Road 200, Fernandina Beach FL. GO TO THE BOAT RAMP and look for our guide(s). We can be found by our red Jeep or red Hummer and matching kayak trailer, with our Paddle Jax Amelia sign on the side. See you there! Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Guided Kayak Eco Tour: Real Florida Adventure offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 24 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Recommended for ages 4 years old and up. Children under 12 must ride in a tandem kayak with an adult.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(160)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Loved it.......learned so much and saw a couple of alligators
Will challenge u but not too much.....beautiful.........so untouched.......our guide was patient and very knowledgeable
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First Time Kayaker
This was my first time kayaking and Zoe, our tour guide made it an amazing experience for us!! She's very knowledgeable of the area and she shared many stories relating to the things we saw on our tour. I was scared at first, and Zoe definitely eased my stress and fear. She was very understanding and accommodating. 10/10 would recommend this kayaking tour to anyone! It was a relaxing, amazing time.
2
Gorgeous experience!
This was honestly a magical experience. You kayak along a canopied river-so peaceful and beautiful. We saw yellow sliders and gators, and Chris was a phenomenal guide. He took a ton of pictures so that we could enjoy each moment. Loved every minute!
K
Kayaking Fun
Great experience, my guide Zoe was very informative and make the trip very relaxed and enjoyable! We saw alligators, turtles, birds.
M
Kayak adventure
Great fun with Zoe as my guide. She was very friendly and knowledgeable about the area. We viewed alligators, turtles and birds on our tour.
2
best kayak experience
We had Zoe, she is the best! very knowledgeable and always put safety in the first. guided me and my daughter through the trip. From her talking, get to know she loves nature and animals and volunteering her time to keep natural environment clean. We enjoyed the time with her and definitely will come back!
J
Great Experience. Book it!
Fantastic experience. Zoey was acgreat guide,very knowledgeable and helpful. Would not have wanted to miss this. 10 of 10
J
Was a great time out! Got...
Was a great time out! Got to see where big mama has her nests. Chris did awesome making sure to get pictures and talk about the wildlife and history of the area.
R
Thumbs up
A sweetie trip! We were the only people on the tour this day so we got the full guidance and story share which was so fun! Zoe was great and i definitely recommend this trip if anyone was looking for a relaxed kayak tour
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