ECO-TOURS AT ROOKERY BAY
Join us for your next Rookery Bay Adventure
Afternoon and evening tours are not offered during summer time.
Friends of Rookery Bay Members receive a 10% discount on all eco-tours.
Kayak Rentals
Explore the local waterways on your own with hourly, daily and weekly kayak rentals! Rentals include free delivery and pickup at any home, condo, or park on Marco Island and most locations in Naples. With the most comfortable equipment in Southwest Florida, speedy delivery and top-notch customer service, we can help you explore our beautiful waterways without the heavy lifting!
INFORMATION AND POLICIES
About Our Boat Tours
- Duration: 2 – 3 hours
- Registration is required.
- The minimum age is 6 years old.
- Meet at the launch site 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time.
Tours are led by our exclusive eco-tour partner Rising Tide Explorers
February 2021:
A new Executive Order (13988) issued by the CDC requires that all persons travelling on all commercial vessels are required to wear a mask when boarding, disembarking, and for the duration of travel on the vessel. This rule applies to individual and private boat tours at Rookery Bay. This rule does NOT apply to time spent walking beaches, shelling or exploring the unique landscape and historical sites. Accommodations can be made for those that are hard of hearing.
Cancellations & Weather Info
- Customers will receive a full refund or credit with 48 hours notice of cancellation.
- In the event of severely inclement weather, your trip leader will contact you on the morning of the trip at the phone number you provide when registering, and you will receive a full refund
What to Bring
- Wear closed-toed shoes and clothes that you do not mind getting wet
- Bring a hat, sunglasses, sun block, bug spray and a water bottle
- Leave all electronic equipment locked in your car, as you may get wet
About Our Kayak Tours
- Duration: 2-3 hours (hours vary depending on tour)
- Registration required
- Meet at launch site 30 minutes prior to scheduled start time
- All participants must sign and hand in a waiver at the time of or before registration
- Trip includes use of a kayak, all equipment, paddling instruction and admission to the Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center
- Weight limit: 250 pounds
- Participants ages 16-17 are not required to have a parent or guardian present on the actual tour
- Tours offer single or tandem kayaks and accommodate children ages 3 and up
Cancellations & Weather Info
- Customers will receive a full refund or credit with 48 hours notice of cancellation
- In the event of severely inclement weather, your trip leader will contact you on the morning of the trip at the phone number you provide when registering and, you will receive a full refund
What to Bring
- Wear closed-toed shoes and clothes that you do not mind getting wet
- Bring a hat, sunglasses, sun block, bug spray and a water bottle
- Leave all electronic equipment locked in your car as you may get wet
MAKE A DIFFERENCE
The Reserve’s Education Department plans fun and informative events and activities throughout the year, serving diverse audiences, including schoolchildren to adults. Consider supporting their work to enhance your next experience at Rookery Bay.