Overview
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Virginia Key Outdoor Center - Kayak Paddleboard and Bike Center, 3801 Rickenbacker Causeway On, Arthur Lamb Jr Rd, Miami, FL 33149, USAJoin us on a kayak or paddleboard as we paddle in a sheltered secluded lagoon where we search for Manatees and other wildlife. Each winter herds of wild manatees migrate to our warm South Florida waters. Here calves are born and manatee families care for their young before migrating north for the summer. Adults may weigh over a ton, an impressive size. Nothing to worry about unless you are a salad, manatees are herbivores. They are graceful swimmers and gentle despite their size.This eco-adventure is sure please with close encounters of local wildlife. We may venture out to the Virginia Key Cove where multiple manatee and dolphin sightings have been documented! Virginia Key is filled with life. You will likely encounter coastal birds such as great herons, egrets, crested night herons and more. Guests always enjoy the large iguanas that now live in the area. If time and weather permits it, we may beach at North Point where you are able to see the gorgeous Miami Skyline. Discover the other side of Miami, like a native, at Virginia Key Outdoor Center.Duration: 30 minutesPass By: 1 Fisher Island Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33109-0001This private island went from tidal mud flats to luxury real estate. Once one of two beaches open to people of color Fisher Island today boasts of being the priciest real estate in the country. Its rich history is part on Miami's diverse communities.Pass By: Port of Miami, 1015 N America Way, Miami, FL 33132-2017A world class working port across from a nature preserve. Yes, only in Miami. Cranes and terminals move thousands of visitors and containers each week. Cruise ships, freighters, and more. All from a safe distance with a great view.
Supplier Name
Virginia Key Outdoor Center VKOC
Additional Information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking,Wheelchair accessible,Stroller accessible,Service animals allowed,Infants must sit on laps,Most travelers can participate,This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund,This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund,This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers,Face masks required for travelers in public areas,Face masks required for guides in public areas,Social distancing enforced throughout experience,Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas,Gear/equipment sanitized between use,Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized,Masks and distancing are required while visiting the parks, VKOC and the Paddle House. Please be sure to wear your mask while in the retail area, all indoor spaces including bathroom, and while engaging in passive activities such as walking.
Inclusions:
Kayak/Paddle Board,Paddle,Life Jacket,Parking Fees,State & Local Taxes,Entry/Admission - Virginia Key Outdoor Center - Kayak Paddleboard and Bike Center
Exclusions:
Gratuities
We had a great time on this adventure. It was a well planned trip around the lagoon including time with the Manatees. Seeing and hearing about the history and importance of this body of water was interesting for sure. Paddling through the mangroves was a neat experience as well! On the way out into the bay, we were diverted to see a newly beached boat which brought about some good conversation and knowledge for all of us.
This tour delivered entirely on its promise and being able to just float around and watch the Manatees sun themselves and swim around was really something. The guides were engaging and even remembered all of our names! I cant remember a name 2 seconds after I hear it!! And the staff was thoughtful and paid attention to how many people were in the registration/shop area at any time, which was nice to see.
Definitely worth the ticket!
Reviewed by: Traveler272623, 12/19/2021 12:00:00 AM
We loved watching the Manatee there such beautiful creatures thank you for a good time.
We will be sure to suggest this excursion to friends that are coming to Florida
Reviewed by: Jose_F, 12/19/2021 12:00:00 AM
Great experience - our guide was super knowledgeable and was wonderful to take the tour with! Lots to see on this tour
Reviewed by: kimbW8699QR, 12/18/2021 12:00:00 AM
The experience of kayaking w the manatees was wonderful. What wasn’t wonderful was looking at the bare buttocks of our guide on her stand up paddle board.
The guide was a beautiful young lady who was appropriately dressed until we got out in the water where she removed her clothing to expose her butt in a backless bikini and hiked up her T-shirt. Kayaking behind her was very distracting and i found myself watching her and worrying about my husbands eyes more than enjoying nature.
VKOC—please have your staff dress professionally, wear life jackets and clothing. It could have been an excellent experience.
Reviewed by: Jillrsun, 12/09/2021 12:00:00 AM
The whole experience was so fun! Our guide was amazing and he told us many facts about the lagoon, the manatees and the other wildlife around. We slowly paddled around and saw many manatees swimming or just chilling in the surface. Fantastic experience!
Reviewed by: Kit_H, 12/05/2021 12:00:00 AM
