Miami Biscayne Bay: Paddleboard & Kayak with Boat Tour

Paddle Through Mangroves, Then Cruise Past Billionaire's Row

You paddle through mangrove tunnels to Raccoon Island on a board or kayak of your choice, explore the island on foot, then board a boat for a cruise past Bird Island's wildlife sanctuary and the celebrity estates of Indian Creek Island. The tour includes your choice of paddleboard or kayak, bottled water, fresh fruit, and soft drinks. No swimming ability required, and you can skip the paddling and relax on the boat instead.

Step-by-step itinerary

Biscayne Bay boat and kayak tour

• Depart from Venetian Marina
• Cruise Biscayne Bay and spot wildlife
• View Bird Island bird sanctuary
• See Indian Creek Island celebrity homes
• Spot dolphins, rays, and manatees
• Kayak through mangrove tunnels
• Explore Raccoon Island shore
• Relax and take photos on island
• Return paddle to starting point

The experience

The water is so still you can see straight through it. You're gliding through mangrove tunnels on a paddleboard or kayak, whichever you choose, and the only sound is the occasional splash of a heron lifting off or a manatee surfacing nearby. This is the Biscayne Bay paddleboarding and kayaking experience, and it starts the moment you push off from Venetian Marina. The mangrove passages are narrow enough that you can reach out and touch the roots as you pass, and the guides know exactly where to look for dolphins, rays, and the raccoons that live on Raccoon Island, your first stop. If paddling isn't your thing, you can stay on the boat the whole time, nobody's keeping score.

After you've explored Raccoon Island and had time to rest on the sand, the boat takes over. You cruise through Biscayne Bay past Bird Island, a protected sanctuary packed with pelicans, egrets, and cormorants, then past Indian Creek Island: the ultra-exclusive enclave locals call the Billionaire's Bunker because of who lives there. Tom Brady, Ivanka Trump, Jeff Bezos, David Guetta, Julio Iglesias: their estates line the water, and your guide points out the details while dolphins and rays move through the bay like they own the place. It's an odd mix, nature and wealth, but it works. The whole thing takes a full day, and you're never far from cold drinks, fresh fruit, and water.

The tour runs rain or shine (you'll know by the time it starts if it's actually canceled), and you don't need to be a strong swimmer or an experienced paddler. The guides teach as they go, and if you're nervous, they stay close. Groups stay small, which means you're not fighting for space or attention. Bring sunscreen and wear something you don't mind getting wet.

What’s included

• Your choice of stand-up paddleboard or kayak, bottled water, fresh fruit, Gatorade, sodas, and water are included.
• You'll paddle through mangrove tunnels to Raccoon Island, explore the island, and then board a spacious new boat for a guided cruise through Biscayne Bay past Bird Island wildlife sanctuary and the estates of Indian Creek Island.
• Guides provide instruction and safety support throughout.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 13:30

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (18 to 54 years) · Senior (55 and older) · Youth (10 to 17 years) · Child (3 to 9 years) · Infant (1 to 2 years)

GroupUp to 35

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated today

Good to know

Moderate physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by So Flo Water Adventures

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to get on the water without arranging your own gear or navigation. The paddleboard and kayak are provided, the route is set, and you can paddle as much or as little as you want on the same day.

Traveler reviews

4.93★★★★★★★★★★

104 verified traveler reviews

5 ★100

4 ★3

3 ★0

2 ★0

1 ★1

Read all the reviews ›

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (10 to 17 years); Child (3 to 9 years); Infant (1 to 2 years).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Do I need to know how to swim?

No. You don't need to be a swimmer to participate in the paddleboarding or kayaking portion, and guides stay with you the whole time.

What if I don't want to paddle?

You can relax on the boat while others paddle and still enjoy the full tour, including the island stop and the bay cruise.

Where does the tour depart from?

Venetian Marina in Miami.

What's included in the tour?

Your choice of paddleboard or kayak, bottled water, fresh fruit, Gatorade, sodas, and the boat tour. Entry to Raccoon Island and Bird Island viewing are included.

How long is the tour?

The itinerary covers a full day with paddling to Raccoon Island, exploration time on the island, and a boat cruise through Biscayne Bay.

Can I bring my own paddleboard or kayak?

The tour provides your choice of paddleboard or kayak. Check with the operator about bringing your own.

Are service animals allowed?

Yes, service animals are allowed on the tour.