AMI Mangrove Clear Kayak LED Night Tour
Duration:
1 Hr 15 Min
About:
Take a Kayak Night LED Guided tour through the clear waters and Mangroves of AMI/Bradenton. Our tour in the mangroves is a unique eco-tour experience where participants paddle through mangroves in clear kayaks allowing for an unobstructed views of the underwater ecosystem, offering an up-close look at marine life such as fish, crabs, and other wildlife that inhabit the mangroves. With Guides leading the way, this slow paddle tour takes place in shallow, calm waters, making it accessible for people of all skill levels.
Fun Florida Tours — See the Gulf Coast Like Never Before
Gliding through glowing water at night, watching fish dart beneath your feet through a 100% clear kayak. Just you, the light, and whatever swims by. This is the Gulf Coast experience people fly in for — and it's five minutes from wherever you're staying.
5 Launches, Zero Excuses
Wherever you're based on the Gulf Coast, we're close by:
Sarasota — 1799 Ken Thompson Pkwy, right at the roundabout
AMI / Holmes Beach — 752 Manatee Ave, next to King Fish ramp
AMI Mangroves / Bradenton — base of the AMI bridge
Siesta Key — Sarasota-side bridge parking lot
Venice / Nokomis — Nokomis Boat Ramp
Book the Time That Works for You
Three nightly LED launches at every location 6:15, 7:45, and 9:15pm — plus daytime tours if glowing water isn't your thing. Venice runs nightly slot at 8:30pm.
One Low Price,No Surprises
$65 per person. Kids 6–10 ride discounted, and kids 5 and under are free — bring the whole family without doing math first. Text 941-259-9713 for a discount.
Zero Experience? Zero Problem.
Never touched a kayak? You're still ready. Every tour is fully guided, the clear-bottom kayaks are rock-stable, and tandem seating means parents can paddle right alongside their kids in the same boat. Bigger guest or an odd-numbered group? Solo kayaks are ready too (425 lbs tandem / 350 lbs solo — just give us a day's notice for solo weight accommodations).
Parking's free everywhere, every time.
What to Bring
Just yourself — there's no restrooms on site and no lockers or dry bags provided, so leave the valuables in the car and come ready to get in the water.
Grab a spot before tonight's launch fills up.
MUST BOOK IN ADVANCE
Location: 12379 Manatee Ave W Bradenton, FL 34209
AMI Mangrove Clear Kayak Day Tour
Take a Clear Kayak Day Guided tour through the clear waters and Mangroves of AMI/Bradenton. Our tour in the mangroves is a unique eco-tour experience where participants paddle through mangroves in clear kayaks allowing for an unobstructed views of the underwater ecosystem, offering an up-close look at marine life such as fish, crabs, and other wildlife that inhabit the mangroves. With Guides leading the way, this slow paddle tour takes place in shallow, calm waters, making it accessible for people of all skill levels.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there Alligators or Sharks?
No
What are weight limits?
Weight Limit: 425lbs Tandem
350lbs Solo
Larger Weight Limit Kayaks available. Must notify us 24 hrs. prior if solo kayaks are needed.
What are the rates?
$65 per person - Text us if you have kids under 10 for a discount 941--259-9713
Is it difficult?
No, Its an extremely slow paddle while looking for sea life. We stay between 1-3 ft of water 85% of the time. Each Kayak has life jackets, lights, whistles, nets and guides are close by.
What is the refund policy?
If we can't go out due to weather / unforeseen issue you will get a 100% refund.
What time do we arrive?
15 mins before scheduled launch.
What do we wear?
Anything you don't mind getting a little wet. Each person paddles differently - Some people paddle intensely with lots of splashing - while others are elegant with very little water movement.
Cell phones allowed?
We recommend no electronics - if you do bring it- its at your own risk