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Miami Kayak and Paddleboard Wildlife Tour 2 hr

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  • Miami
  • 2 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Paddle across Biscayne Bay, explore Raccoon Island, and look for wild raccoons and other wildlife with a local guide.

About this tour

Paddle into the wild side of Miami on a guided journey across Biscayne Bay to Raccoon Island. With mangrove-lined waterways, open water, and a chance to spot local wildlife, this two-hour outing offers a refreshing change of pace from the city.

Meet your guide, get fitted with a kayak or stand-up paddleboard and safety gear, then learn the basics before setting off. Beginners are welcome. Follow your guide across the bay and along the natural shoreline, keeping watch for dolphins, manatees, rays, and coastal birds. Your guide will share insights into the local ecosystem as you paddle.

On Sandspur Island, better known as Raccoon Island, take time to explore the shoreline, snap photos, cool off in the water, and look for the island’s wild raccoons. Wildlife sightings can vary, but the island visit and scenic paddle make this Miami kayak and paddleboard wildlife tour a memorable way to experience Biscayne Bay. After exploring, paddle back to the starting point with your guide. Choose your vessel and get ready to see Miami from the water.

Highlights

  • Paddle across Biscayne Bay through mangrove-lined waterways
  • Explore Raccoon Island and look for its resident wild raccoons
  • Choose a kayak or stand-up paddleboard for your adventure
  • Learn about the local ecosystem and wildlife from your guide
  • Watch for dolphins, manatees, rays, and coastal birds

What's included

Included

  • Professional local guide
  • Choice of kayak or stand-up paddleboard
  • Paddle
  • Personal flotation device (PFD)
  • Safety and paddling orientation
  • Guided paddle across Biscayne Bay
  • Guided visit to Raccoon Island
  • Wildlife and ecosystem interpretation
  • Time to explore the island, take photos, and enjoy the water

Not included

  • Transportation to and from the meeting location
  • Parking fees, if applicable
  • Food and beverages unless otherwise stated
  • Gratuities
  • Waterproof phone cases or personal dry bags
  • Personal items such as sunscreen, towels, and water shoes

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Important information

  • No previous kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding experience is required
  • The route involves open-water paddling and may require moderate physical activity
  • Expect to get wet and dress accordingly
  • The outdoor tour is subject to weather, wind, tides, and water conditions
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  • Wildlife sightings vary and cannot be guaranteed
  • The experience is not suitable for non-swimmers or people with mobility impairments
  • Bring swimwear, a change of clothes, a towel, sunscreen, water shoes, a hat, sunglasses, and a reusable water bottle
  • Transportation to the meeting location is not included

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The guided tour lasts 2 hours.

Can beginners join?

Yes. No previous kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding experience is required, and the guide provides a safety and paddling orientation.

Can I choose between a kayak and a paddleboard?

Yes. You can choose a kayak or a stand-up paddleboard.

What wildlife might I see?

You may spot raccoons, dolphins, manatees, rays, and coastal birds. Sightings are not guaranteed.

What should I bring?

Bring swimwear, a change of clothes, a towel, sunscreen, water shoes, a hat, sunglasses, and a reusable water bottle.

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