Happy Paddler Kayak Tours & EcoVentures

Happy Paddler Kayak Tours & EcoVentures The highlight of your Florida vacation! Our goal is to exceed your expectations by providing a deeply engaging, unforgettable experience.
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Anna Maria Island | Longboat Key | Sarasota
~ kayak and paddleboard tours & rentals ~

💎💎 2x Small Business of the Year
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Best & highest rated ecotour
🥇Certified instructors, naturalists, local natives

Find your HAPPY place! We are passionate about the environment we work and play in, and with our local knowledge, vast expertise, and years of experience, we hope you will feel the same e

nthusiasm in having shared an authentic Florida experience. We offer spectacular nature tours, romantic sunset and full moon tours, and kayak rentals. We specialize in tailor-made trips for couples, families, and organized groups. We also offer extensive private expedition services, paddle lessons, naturalist courses, and assistance with media productions on Florida's wilder side.

08/02/2024
Happy World Mangrove Day!! These incredible water forests are so important for ocean health and they make the most encha...
07/26/2024

Happy World Mangrove Day!! These incredible water forests are so important for ocean health and they make the most enchanting backdrop for a perfect day in Sarasota Bay! Come kayak through the mangrove tunnels at our Lido Key location where you can rent kayaks or join one of our guided tours. Book your adventure today!

Happy Mother’s Day! ❤️❤️❤️❤️Most manatee calves are born in spring and summer (and they’re the cutest thing you’ve ever ...
05/12/2024

Happy Mother’s Day!
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Most manatee calves are born in spring and summer (and they’re the cutest thing you’ve ever seen). A mama manatee produces a single (adorable) calf about every two to five years and is preggers for about 12 months. When the (preciously plump) calf is born, it’s about 4 ft long and about 70 lb. The (sweet-as-can-be) newborn calf is capable of swimming to the surface on its own for its first (adorb little) breath. Calves squeak soon after birth (uh huh!), an auditory communication and important part of the (darling) mother-calf bonding process. The (lovable) calf begins to nurse within a few hours after birth by suckling under the mama’s pectoral flippers, and begin nibbling (chamingly, I’m sure) on plants within a few weeks of birth. The (immeasurably delightful) calf remains close to its mamma for up to two years. It is dependent on her not only for nutrition, but also for learning about life! Hooray for mama manatees and to all of our mamas too!

It's about that time! The first manatee of the season was spotted earlier this week! Throwback to this scene from a whil...
02/15/2024

It's about that time! The first manatee of the season was spotted earlier this week! Throwback to this scene from a while back... Shown here is a dogpile of nearly 20 mating manatees we spotted while on tour. Looking forward to their return in the next few weeks!

Address

6844 Gulf Of Mexico Drive
Longboat Key, FL
34228

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm
Sunday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+19417731920

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At Happy Paddler, our goal is to provide a deeply engaging, unforgettable experience for our guests. We want this to be the highlight of your stay! We specialize in providing personal, customized tours that match your experience and expectations. Whether you're a family looking for the next great adventure, or nature-lovers searching for the authentic, off-trail experience… we have the perfect experience for you.

Come hang out with the locals! There is no better way to hang out with the local marine life than from a kayak! No engine noise, diesel fumes, or tall people standing in front of you… just you on your kayak getting to know all the amazing creatures that call these turquoise waters home.

Our base of operation is our beloved Anna Maria Island but we venture far and wide to provide you with the best experience possible. We offer spectacular nature tours, romantic sunset and full moon tours, and kayak rentals. We specialize in tailor-made trips for couples, families, and organized groups. We also offer extensive private expedition services, paddle lessons, naturalist courses, and assistance with media productions on Florida's wilder side.