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Emerson Point Kayak Rental 3 hr
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- Sarasota
- 3 hrs
- Updated November 2, 2026
Paddle Emerson Point’s calm waters for 180 minutes, exploring mangroves, hidden coves, and wildlife-rich waterways at your own pace.
About this tour
Trade crowded launch sites for a peaceful paddle at Emerson Point, where calm, protected waters invite you to explore at your own pace. Choose a single or tandem kayak, then set out through mangrove forests, tucked-away coves, and wildlife-rich waterways along Florida’s Gulf Coast.
This 180-minute kayak rental gives you the freedom to shape your own outing, whether you’re gliding through quiet channels or pausing to take in the coastal scenery. Keep an eye out for dolphins, manatees, and coastal birds as you paddle. Kayaks, paddles, and safety equipment are provided, making it easy to focus on the water and the natural surroundings.
Discover the quieter side of the coast with an Emerson Point kayak rental. Head to the second parking lot on your right, in the middle of the preserve, and start exploring.
Highlights
- Paddle calm, protected waters at your own pace
- Explore mangrove forests, hidden coves, and wildlife-rich waterways
- Watch for dolphins, manatees, and coastal birds
- Choose a single or tandem kayak
What's included
Included
- Kayak(s)
- Paddle(s)
- Safety equipment
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Important information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infants must sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Meet at the second parking lot on your right, in the middle of the preserve
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