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Gulf Coast Kayak Tours

4530 Pine Island Road, Matlacha, FL 33993
239-283-1125
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4.5 of 5 stars 6 Reviews
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Nuneaton, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012

We can't recommend this tour highly enough. Our guide; Mark was very informative and extremely knowledgeable. We saw manatee; dolphins; turkey vultures; funnel web spiders; stingrays; ospreys; bald eagles; a sea snake and countless types of other birds; together with numerous varieties of trees and flora; all expertly and patiently pointed out by Mark. This trip is well worth the... More

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Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States
2 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012

We had never 'Kayaked' before. Mel, the guide was a patient advocate for first timer's and knowledgeable about the nature around us. We got more than the 'basic tour'. More

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Park Forest, IL
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2012

Mel was charming, funny and knowledgable. He and his assistant, Matthew, gave us a feeling of confidence while they led us across the open waters near Matlacha, through mangrove forests and upstream in search of dolphines, stingrays, manatees and many water and shore birds. The three hour guided tour was well planned and well attended. We plan to return in... More

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Punta Gorda, Florida
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2012

mel was our guide, he is a grand pa and is realy good with the kids. we saw manatees and a few dolphin what a daylots of birds More

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Winnipeg
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20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2012
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Mel was knowledgeable and passionate about wildlife and nature. This was a beautiful evening tour. More

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Garrison, NY
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2006
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When we read that this company was recommended by the people at Lonely Planet, we knew we had to take their tour. Our cheerful and informative guide, Mel, took us on a nature tour of the mangroves in Matlacha Bay. He talked about the area's history and environment. You don't have to be an expert paddler, either. They will gear... More

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