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Orange River Wildflower Kayak Tour

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Overview

Central to all of the Fort Myers Area

Rates

People $50 per person


About

GAEA Guides uses tandem kayaks that handle like a single if you are alone in one. We do this to limit the number of kayaks in the environment that may annoy the wildlife. We also do it because there is better communication between the guide and the clients if there are fewer kayaks. We only take a small group on each tour. The kayaks are sit-inside kayaks with comfortable seats and plenty of leg room.

Visit this lovely river that originates in Harn's Marsh, about 15 miles upstream. It is Summer and SW Florida is just full of gorgeous wildflowers and the Orange River has many of them blooming along its shores. Lots of turtles basking in the sun on logs, fish swimming in the water and birds. Learn about the birds, plants and animals that live here and about the estuary system that this river is part of.


Duration

  • 3 hours
  • The entire experience takes 3 hours, and we'll be on the water for 2 hours. Upon meeting at the appointed time we will sign in, go over some safety information and then get the equipment in the water. This takes approximately ½ hour. At the completion of the tour we allow another ½ hour to get all the equipment put away. All equipment is included in your ticket price!

What to Wear

We ask that you dress for the Weather:

  • Usually a t-shirt and shorts will do.
  • Shoes that WILL get wet as you get in and out of your kayak (ideally, not flip flops - they are slippery and dangerous).
  • Sunglasses.
  • Sunscreen.
  • A hat.
  • Bug repellant may also be necessary if we are out in the evening.

What to Bring/What Not to Bring

What to Bring

  • $5 to pay for parking
  • Water, or something, to drink.
  • Complete your electronic waiver beforehand

What NOT to Bring

Do NOT bring anything that you cannot afford to get wet, unless you have it in a dry bag.

Other Tips & Guidelines

  • Please arrive on time to find parking, as tours start promptly.
  • If you are not at the site by 15 minutes past the meeting time and have not made contact with the guide, the tour will start without you.

Cancellation Policy

Once purchased, tickets cannot be refunded and cannot be rescheduled because your space is being guaranteed at the event. The activity usually runs in light rain and other moderate weather conditions, but the seller may cancel the activity up to an hour before the start time in the event of severe or unsafe weather conditions. If the seller cancels the event, ticket-holders will be allowed to reschedule tickets (subject to availability) or receive credit for a future event.

Meeting And Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

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Additional Info

All guests must have signed the online liability waiver BEFORE meeting for the tour.

  • All participants (including minors) MUST sign the electronic waiver prior to arriving at the tour. Those under 18 (minors) will NOT ONLY need to sign a waiver and have a responsible adult sign for them, but a responsible adult must participate with them as well.
  • Follow this link
  • Read the waiver and sign it as soon as you get this. We must have this electronic waiver in our system prior to your coming to meet us.

What to Bring

  • $5 to pay for parking
  • Water, or something, to drink.
  • you can bring a snack if you would like.
  • Gratuity is not included in your ticket price, and not expected, but greatly appreciated and lets the guide know that you enjoyed the tour. Also, this is how we keep our rates so low.

Detailed Directions

You will meet your tour guide at Manatee Park. The address is 10901 Palm Beach Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33905. Park, pay and meet us at the van/kayak trailer at the loop at the far end of the parking lot. DO NOT GO TO THE OFFICE - GAEA Guides is independent from the park. If you are running late or lost, please call the guide(s) at (239) 940-3255 or 239 560-9178.

Driving Directions

Click Here for a map

From I-75

  • Take exit #141, Palm Beach Blvd (State Road 80)
  • Turn east and go approximately 1 mile
  • You will see Manatee Park on the right

Parking

Parking is available at Manatee Park. It is $2 per hour and we are together for 4 hours. $5 will cover parking for the whole day. It is a lovely park to spend time in.


Notice

BE SURE TO READ THESE POLICIES - THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS
You have certified that you understand that EVERY adult MUST be able to assist with the unloading and loading of the kayaks. ALL adult participants are responsible for getting the kayaks off the trailer and into the water and when the tour is over, back onto the trailer, including the guide's kayak while the guide is getting all of the other equipment into the kayaks. In agreeing to this we feel confident that YOU will be physically able to participate in the group kayaking activity. This applies to ALL adults, unless prior arrangements are made. PLEASE BE SURE THAT EVERYONE IN YOUR GROUP IS AWARE OF THIS POLICY! ANY EXCEPTIONS to this policy MUST be discussed with GAEA Guides prior to meeting for the tour.The main objective of our tours is to observe nature, so the tours are relatively leisurely, but we do have to contend with wind and currents.

Other Tips & Guidelines

  • Please arrive on time to find parking, as tours start promptly.
  • If you are not at the site by 15 minutes PAST the meeting time and have not made contact with the guide, the tour will start without you.
  • Cell phone # to use in case you are lost or running late is 239 940-3255.


Cancellation Policy

Once purchased, tickets cannot be refunded and cannot be rescheduled because your space is being guaranteed at the event. The activity usually runs in light rain and other moderate weather conditions, but the seller may cancel the activity up to an hour before the start time in the event of severe or unsafe weather conditions. If the seller cancels the event, ticket-holders will be allowed to reschedule tickets (subject to availability) or receive credit for a future event.