Guided Kayak Tours & Kayak Rentals in Lido Key, Sarasota, Florida

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Lido Key

At Sarasota Kayak Rentals, we specialize in guided kayak tours designed to help you slow down, connect with nature, and experience Florida’s wildlife up close.

Our tours take place in some of the most scenic waterways around Sarasota and Lido Key, where mangroves, marine life, and quiet coastal views create an unforgettable experience. Kayak rentals are available, but our guided tours are what we’re known for.

Mangrove Kayak Tour

Paddle through peaceful mangrove tunnels and protected waterways that are only accessible by kayak. These calm, shaded routes offer a unique look at Florida’s coastal ecosystem and are a highlight of every tour.

Eco Kayaking Tour

Sarasota’s coastal waters are home to dolphins, manatees, and a variety of bird species. While wildlife sightings can never be guaranteed, our tours take place in areas where encounters happen often and naturally.

guided kayak tours

Our guided kayak tours in Sarasota are led by local experts who plan each route around daily conditions, tides, and wildlife activity. This ensures a smooth, safe, and rewarding experience on the water.

Lido Kayak Rentals

Whether it’s your first time kayaking or you’ve paddled before, our tours are designed for all experience levels. Your guide provides clear instruction and keeps a relaxed pace so everyone feels comfortable.

Dolphin & Manatee Kayak Tours in Sarasota

Our most popular experience takes you through calm coastal waters where dolphins, manatees, and native birdlife are commonly seen.

Each tour is planned around daily conditions, ensuring the best possible route and experience that day.

Tour Highlights

Lido Key offers some of the most beautiful kayaking conditions in the Sarasota area. Protected waters, rich marine life, and scenic mangrove shorelines make it an ideal location for guided kayak tours.

Whether you’re visiting the area or live locally, our Lido Key kayak tours provide a peaceful, immersive way to explore Florida’s natural coastline.

Explore Sarasota’s scenic coastal waterways with guided kayak tours designed to help you slow down, enjoy the surroundings, and experience Florida’s wildlife up close.

HOW IT WORKS

Arrive & Check In

Meet your guide and get fitted with quality kayaking gear.

Safety & Instruction

A quick overview ensures everyone feels comfortable and confident.

Paddle & Explore

Your guide leads the way, adjusting the route based on the day’s conditions.

Return Refreshed

Two hours on the water tends to do that.