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Everglades National Park & the Wilderness Waterway is a Kayaker's "Mecca!"
Rates
**Person (All Ages):** $849.95
Duration
77 Hours
About
Everglades Area Tours is located in Everglades City just 40 minutes from Naples and Marco Island, 75 minutes from Ft. Myers Airport and 90 minutes from the Ft. Lauderdale and Miami Airports. With Everglades National Park, the 10,000 Islands and the Wilderness Waterway so close, why paddle elsewhere? Everglades National Park and the Wilderness Waterway is a kayaker's "Mecca."
The Everglades Area is a very unique, yet dynamic and diverse ecosystem. This wild environment changes daily with the weather, stages of the moon as well as the different seasons. Our guides have a pulse on these changes and have chosen to live and work in the area as a way of life and a passion. Everglades Area Tours operates sea kayaking and canoe tours all year long, not seasonally as all others do. Hence, we know the area like no one else and can offer experiences, routes, and expertise that are singular.
Everglades Area Tours is passionate about this very special part of our planet. We feel very fortunate to be able to live and work in a place that we love so much. We commit to you to do whatever is practical to provide you the best possible Everglades Experience. As such, we only utilize experienced, local Florida Master Naturalist guides and environmental professionals who live and work here year-round. We use only state-of-the-art equipment that is personally maintained by our owners and guides. Safety is of the utmost importance to us, so we carry all the necessary safety equipment. But most importantly, we plan well and pay attention to the details so the trips run smoothly. We want you to enjoy your first tour with us and your tenth.
Safety Equipment
Your safety and comfort is paramount. The Park's expansiveness can make navigating the area daunting. However, rest assured that each guide carries the state-of-the-art in safety, navigation and communications equipment. Each tour is equipped with GPS units, VHF marine radios, satellite tracking devices, and cell/satellite phones. You will be in good, experienced hands, protected by reliable modern communications equipment.
Meals
Everglades Area Tours completely outfits and provisions your trip. An important part of our trips is good hearty meals. Prepared by your guide, fresh each time, the meals make your trip complete. We will get your input as part of the planning and confirmation process so that we can tailor the meals to your desires and needs.
Routes and Itineraries
We all live and work here year-round, we are NOT seasonal. As such, we are very creative with our experiences. Our paddle routes and itineraries are adaptable and variable. They vary depending on the time of year, length of trip, preferred destinations, weather conditions, campsite availability and the makeup and desires of the guests. Your guide will discuss your expectations with you prior to the tour. If you are a returning guest, please be sure to tell us about your past trips. You may wish to paddle a different area or be sure to return to your favorite campsite.
Booking Notes
##Below are some details about your activity:
- Please plan to arrive 15 minutes before
**Per the National Park Service, as of February 1st 2019, all Everglades National Park guests will need to be in possession of a park pass. Your Senior or other annual passes may suffice.**
A pass can be purchased via this [link](https://yourpassnow.com/ParkPass/park/ever). If you have any questions, please call the Park at 305-242-7700 or visit their [website](https://www.nps.gov/ever/contacts.htm)
##Please complete the forms and return 30 days prior to you tour. These are critical for our planning and your enjoyment:
[Medical Record.pdf](https://cdn.filestackcontent.com/fjY0MZpYQhKtanJEPv22)
[AquaTerra Release.pdf](https://cdn.filestackcontent.com/ckzMkQgi7czByoqfsQ5l)
[Feminine Care Info.pdf](https://cdn.filestackcontent.com/nj2BVJS5Soo9nOixMEGs)
[Sea Kayaking Camping Questionnaire.pdf](https://cdn.filestackcontent.com/luKnU8pCTQQgP0ifuCml)
[Kayaking Clothing and Gear List.pdf](https://cdn.filestackcontent.com/9LsJT8wSdmQE6YAeLorz)
Please remember that if you need to cancel or reschedule the activity for any reason, you can call 239-695-3633 or email Info.EvergladesAreaTours@gmail.com. If you have any other questions, feel free to get in touch.
For our records, we would love to know how you heard about us and where you are staying while you are in the area.
See you soon!
