Discover the beauty of a rare coastal dune lake. Our guided kayak/canoe tour around Western Lake will immerse you in the wildlife and history of one of Northwest Florida's ecological gems. You'll travel the paths of ancient native civilizations, Civil War soldiers, turn of the century turpentine workers and WWII Coast Guard outposts. Western Lake borders on Point Washington Wildlife Management Area. You'll paddle near the nesting and feeding habitats of the osprey, bobcat, whitetail deer, and Oceola turkey. Ask your guide to lead a short walk in the forest to search for wildlife tracks!
This tour is a good option for younger children and families. Western Lake is a slow, easy paddle on shallow water. Tour lasts no longer than 2 hours, $55 per person, $30 for children under 10.
Paddle with our naturalist guide to where a coastal dune lake meets the Gulf of Mexico. You'll paddle across Western Lake to historic Grayton Beach and take a quick dip in the Gulf. Bottlenose dolphin, stingrays and sportfish are common in these emerald green waters. See how migrating shorebirds, Choctawhatchee dune mice and nesting sea turtles adapt to a freshwater/saltwater habitat. Includes a short walking tour inside a coastal dune canopy.
This tour lasts approx. 2 hours. Recommended for those with moderate physical stamina. Children may wish to ride in double kayaks with adults. $55 per person, $30 for children under 10.
A guided river tour through secluded backwaters. You'll traverse Peach Creek, the Inter Coastal Waterway and Tucker Bayou before landing at Eden State Gardens. Excellent viewing of waterfowl and the American bald eagle. Take a peaceful stroll around scenic Eden State Gardens plantation and rose garden. Bring a small lunch or snack to eat on the mansion porch or under a centuries old Southern live oak tree.
This tour is approx. 3 to 4 hours long. Recommended for those with good physical stamina as we paddle a total of 3 miles through waters with light current. Children are able to ride in a double kayak with an adult or your guide. $75 per person, $40 for children under 10.
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