Biscayne National Park Institute

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Version 10 – March 21, 2023 04:03

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Know Before You Go
  • check in 30mins prior to departure, footwear must be tightly secured to the foot. backless shoes (flip flops/sandals) are not allowed., you cannot bring your personal kayak or stand up paddleboards
  • check in 30mins prior to departure, footwear must be tightly secured to the foot. backless shoes (flip flops/sandals) are not allowed., you cannot bring your personal kayak

Version 9 – March 21, 2023 04:02

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Short Description
  • Take a deep dive into Biscayne National Park and explore the beauty and fragility of the mangroves and seagrass meadows. Our guided kayak tour is led by an expert naturalist who will provide a 30-minute introductory session on how to navigate the waters and share fascinating insights on various wildlife species that call this vulnerable habitat home. After the guided session, you will have the opportunity to paddle around these magical ecosystems at your own pace for an entire hour. Be amazed as you encounter a wide variety of species unique to the area, including tree crabs, juvenile fish, birds, and even the elusive mangrove snake. And if you’re lucky, you may even catch sight of several rare and endangered flora and fauna species. So come on this exhilarating journey with us and explore one of the most unique and beautiful habitats in the country!
  • Take a deep dive into Biscayne National Park and explore the beauty and fragility of the mangroves and seagrass meadows. Our guided kayak tour is led by an expert naturalist who will provide a 30-minute introductory session on how to navigate the waters and share fascinating insights on various wildlife species that call this vulnerable habitat home. After the guided session, you will have the opportunity to paddle around these magical ecosystems at your own pace for an entire hour. Be amazed as you encounter a wide variety of species unique to the area, including tree crabs, juvenile fish, birds, and even the elusive mangrove snake. And if you’re lucky, you may even catch sight of several rare and endangered flora and fauna species. Our knowledgeable naturalist-guide will show you the best spots to watch for interesting wildlife and provide pointers on how to efficiently use your paddle, enter and exit your kayak, and stay safe on the water. This one-and-a-half-hour experience includes kayaks, paddles, and life jackets. So come on this exhilarating journey with us and explore one of the most unique and beautiful habitats in the country!

Version 8 – March 21, 2023 04:01

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Short Description
  • Take a deep dive into Biscayne National Park and explore the beauty and fragility of the mangroves and seagrass meadows. Our guided kayak tour is led by an expert naturalist who will provide a 30-minute introductory session on how to navigate the waters and share fascinating insights on various wildlife species that call this vulnerable habitat home. After the guided session, you will have the opportunity to paddle around these magical ecosystems at your own pace for an entire hour. Be amazed as you encounter a wide variety of species unique to the area, including tree crabs, juvenile fish, birds, and even the elusive mangrove snake. And if you’re lucky, you may even catch sight of several rare and endangered flora and fauna species. Our knowledgeable naturalist-guide will show you the best spots to watch for interesting wildlife and provide pointers on how to efficiently use your paddle, enter and exit your kayak, and stay safe on the water. This one-and-a-half-hour experience includes kayaks, paddles, and life jackets. So come on this exhilarating journey with us and explore one of the most unique and beautiful habitats in the country!
  • Take a deep dive into Biscayne National Park and explore the beauty and fragility of the mangroves and seagrass meadows. Our guided kayak tour is led by an expert naturalist who will provide a 30-minute introductory session on how to navigate the waters and share fascinating insights on various wildlife species that call this vulnerable habitat home. After the guided session, you will have the opportunity to paddle around these magical ecosystems at your own pace for an entire hour.
  • Be amazed as you encounter a wide variety of species unique to the area, including tree crabs, juvenile fish, birds, and even the elusive mangrove snake. And if you’re lucky, you may even catch sight of several rare and endangered flora and fauna species. Our knowledgeable naturalist-guide will show you the best spots to watch for interesting wildlife and provide pointers on how to efficiently use your paddle, enter and exit your kayak, and stay safe on the water.
  • This one-and-a-half-hour experience includes kayaks, paddles, and life jackets. So come on this exhilarating journey with us and explore one of the most unique and beautiful habitats in the country!
Highlights
  • explore one of the longest mangrove shoreline in the us, led by an expert naturalist, see rare and endangered species of flora and fauna
  • explore one of the longest contiguous stretches of mangrove shoreline in the us, see rare and endangered species of flora and fauna

Version 7 – March 21, 2023 04:00

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Short Description
  • Take a deep dive into Biscayne National Park and explore the beauty and fragility of the mangroves and seagrass meadows. Our guided kayak tour is led by an expert naturalist who will provide a 30-minute introductory session on how to navigate the waters and share fascinating insights on various wildlife species that call this vulnerable habitat home. After the guided session, you will have the opportunity to paddle around these magical ecosystems at your own pace for an entire hour.
  • Be amazed as you encounter a wide variety of species unique to the area, including tree crabs, juvenile fish, birds, and even the elusive mangrove snake. And if you’re lucky, you may even catch sight of several rare and endangered flora and fauna species. Our knowledgeable naturalist-guide will show you the best spots to watch for interesting wildlife and provide pointers on how to efficiently use your paddle, enter and exit your kayak, and stay safe on the water.
  • This one-and-a-half-hour experience includes kayaks, paddles, and life jackets. So come on this exhilarating journey with us and explore one of the most unique and beautiful habitats in the country!
  • Join our Naturalist in exploring the mangroves and seagrass meadows on a kayak! Biscayne National Park boasts one of the longest contiguous stretches of mangrove shoreline left on the United States’ eastern shoreline and are considered a vulnerable habitat. Mangroves are home to many birds, tree crabs, the mangrove snake, juvenile fish, and several rare and endangered species of flora and fauna.
  • Your program will be led by naturalist for the first 30 minutes and then you will be able to paddle on your own for the next hour. The naturalist will show you where to watch for interesting wildlife and tell you about what you may see.  Your guide will also give pointers on how to enter and exit your boat, how to use your paddle efficiently, and how to stay safe on the water.
Highlights
  • explore one of the longest contiguous stretches of mangrove shoreline in the us, see rare and endangered species of flora and fauna
Included
  • 1.5 hour guided kayak tour, kayaks, paddles, and life jackets, water provided (bring refillable container)
  • 1.5 hour experience, provided life jackets, kayaks and paddles, water provided (bring refillable container)
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Version 6 – March 21, 2023 03:54

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Know Before You Book
  • age limit: ages 6+ on shared trips, guests must be able to climb a four-step vertical ladder without assistance., maximum weight limit of 275lbs
  • age limit: ages 12+ on shared trips, guests must be able to climb a four-step vertical ladder without assistance., maximum weight limit of 275lbs

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Version 4 – March 21, 2023 03:53

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Version 3 – March 21, 2023 03:53

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Version 2 – March 21, 2023 03:53

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Know Before You Go
  • check in 30mins prior to departure, footwear must be tightly secured to the foot. backless shoes (flip flops/sandals) are not allowed., you cannot bring your personal kayak
  • check in 30mins prior to departure, footwear must be tightly secured to the foot. backless shoes (flip flops/sandals) are not allowed., you cannot bring your personal kayak, canoe, or sup (stand up paddleboards)