AquaVentures Eco Tours
AquaVentures Eco Tours
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7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday
7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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We are not your average kayak tour company! We are committed to providing a one of a kind, personalized eco-tour experience. We provide coolers in each boat with cold bottled water and fresh fruit for our 3-hour tours. We have a great 1-hour tour for beginners & for those looking for something short and sweet! Check out our website to pick out the perfect adventure for your family! Our tours meet at our favorite launch sites around Marathon to explore our carefully selected tour locations! Kayaking the Florida Keys with AquaVentures is like an interactive touch-tank experience while being immersed in the natural habitat of the creatures we encounter! Nature never ceases to amaze us here at AquaVentures. Around every meandering bend of the mangrove tunnels lies a new discovery! AquaVentures understands that there is always more to the natural world than what initially meets the eye. We help to open up the "Hidden biosphere" of the mangroves to all of our guests.
Marathon, United States
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Garypaul1256
Muscatine, IA82 contributions
Mar 2020 • Family
Lots of fun. Double kayaks for four of us and 1 single. Miranda suggested that we not take out glass kayaks as it was rough in open waters that days. That’s true honesty from her as that was an additional $60 she could have made but we would have taken longer to travel as they are more likely to tip over than the other kayaks.
We made it to the sand bar and the kids 2 - 15 year olds and 1 - 10 year old walked around searching for cool stuff. Masks were provided also and the kids really took advantage of them. Didn’t ever get to see a starfish but did see several other animals of the ocean.
Totally recommend to any family wanting to be out in the ocean for several hours and have an experienced guide.
We made it to the sand bar and the kids 2 - 15 year olds and 1 - 10 year old walked around searching for cool stuff. Masks were provided also and the kids really took advantage of them. Didn’t ever get to see a starfish but did see several other animals of the ocean.
Totally recommend to any family wanting to be out in the ocean for several hours and have an experienced guide.
Written March 27, 2020
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Jennifer B
Franklin, MA49 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
Excellent way to spend half the day! Personable and professional guidance by Miranda, who clearly knows the many and varied habitats of the Keys and is excited to show them to you!
Be prepared to get wet and wear those water sandals. Paddling is minimal to moderate vigorousness. She brings cold water and snacks and a dry bag. Leave your phone/camera behind- she gets photos during the trip and shares them later.
Be prepared to get wet and wear those water sandals. Paddling is minimal to moderate vigorousness. She brings cold water and snacks and a dry bag. Leave your phone/camera behind- she gets photos during the trip and shares them later.
Written March 14, 2020
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Margie B
Essexville, MI1 contribution
Mar 2020
Miranda was a fantastic host and tour guide! She and her partner made everyone feel comfortable from the start. She took her time pointing out so much wildlife in the ocean and answering all of our questions. The sandbar was fun to explore and a great break mid-trip. The mangroves were beautiful! Our tip wrapped up with a dolphin catching fish. What a perfect afternoon in the Keys!
Written March 10, 2020
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coopdepoop
Fruitvale BC53 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
Miranda is a very knowledgeable young lady! As we paddled through the Mangrove tunnels, she explained how fresh water mangroves grow in sea water, pointing out tiny little crabs. And then, out into the mangrove centre ponds and finding jelly fish basking in the sun! fantastic!
Written March 8, 2020
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Tess V
1 contribution
Mar 2020 • Family
This was an amazing experience for our group! We saw tons of wildlife: birds, sharks, tarpon, manatees, sharks, lobsters, sting rays, and fish (to name a few). Miranda was a phenomenal guide! She knows so much science and history about the areas we were in and that really enhanced our experience. This was one of our favorite things we did while we were in the Keys!
Written March 7, 2020
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Kim N
Jackson, MI37 contributions
Mar 2020
We wanted to spend some time experiencing the beauty of the Keys (not the commercial aspects) and this tour met our goals! We found AquaVentures on Trip Advisor and the ratings were spot on. Miranda and Steve were amazing hosts and guides. We were joined by 2 other couples and Miranda, as our tour guide, was not just a gracious host, but a knowledgeable teacher about any and all vegetation and "critters". She shared her passion for protecting the ocean/gulf, the mangroves and all the animals and vegetation there ... and was just as excited as we were when we came across sea urchins, sting rays, nurse sharks, shrimp, baby lobster, jellyfish, mullet (and other fish too numerous to list), herons, cormorants, pelicans, vultures, crabs of all kinds and the dolphins we happened to encounter as we were finishing our tour. She encouraged us to slow down so we could see all that was around us ... and for that, we were rewarded. This was absolutely the best way to experience the Keys!!
Written March 6, 2020
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Ann F
3 contributions
Feb 2020
This was the best thing we did in the keys. Miranda was very knowledgeable on all the sea creatures - you can tell she has a passion for what she does. Snorkeling on the sandbar was awesome and the fresh fruit was a nice touch. I would highly recommend this tour.
Written February 23, 2020
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wilfish4food
O'Fallon, MO15 contributions
Feb 2020
I booked this tour based on reviews and they were spot on!
Our guide made this trip so informative and knowledgeable with all the wildlife and sea conditions. She pointed out more than we would've ever noticed. Iguanas, hermit crabs, lobster, sea cucumbers, sea urchins, starfish, rays, jelly fish and numerous other fish & birds. She really knows her stuff!
We would do this again and recommend to anyone looking for a laid back, yet exciting & informative adventure.
You rock, Miranda!
Our guide made this trip so informative and knowledgeable with all the wildlife and sea conditions. She pointed out more than we would've ever noticed. Iguanas, hermit crabs, lobster, sea cucumbers, sea urchins, starfish, rays, jelly fish and numerous other fish & birds. She really knows her stuff!
We would do this again and recommend to anyone looking for a laid back, yet exciting & informative adventure.
You rock, Miranda!
Written February 21, 2020
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hainesta1
Syracuse, NY3 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
Miranda is an excellent tour guide! So informative and personable. We had a large group of 11 and she interacted with everyone including the kids. The Mangrove tunnel was amazing! We did the clear kayaks and she packed us drinks and snacks. She was also very helpful with suggestions for other activities on our vacation.
Written February 21, 2020
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John R
Fort Mitchell, KY15 contributions
Feb 2020
Wonderful time on the Florida Keys Sampler with Miranda. Miranda rescheduled our original tour due to expected small craft adivsory which I much appreciated. Miranda very knowledgeable and was able to spot much marine life for an up close and personal view in a glass fish bowl she had. She provided reef friendly sun screen and included some fresh fruit and cold water. Am not experienced with a kayak but that was no problem. Although I didn't use one, a "glass" kayak was avilable and looked pretty cool. Overall a great way to start the day.
Written February 14, 2020
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Kimberly K
Atlanta, GA19 contributions
Hi - We are a family of 4, 2 teens and 2 adults visiting in December - do you do private tours? If no how many people are max/min for each tour?
Aquaventures M
Marathon, FL44 contributions
Thanks for your interest in AquaVentures! My tours usually range from 6-10 people. Yes, I would be glad to do a private tour for your family of 4. I can do private tours for any number of people. The rate for a party of 4 during slow season(September-October) is $350 total. During peak season (any month excluding September and October) the rate goes up to $450 for a private tour for 4 people. Groups of 8 or more automatically get a private tour @ our normal rates listed on our website. For those who would like to add the see thru canoe upgrade, add an additional $20/clear kayaker . I highly recommend the see through canoes for a completely unique experience! If there are any members of the group that might have trouble entering and exiting a canoe style boat I would recommend opting for our super comfy and easy to exit sit on top kayaks. Weight capacity is also a factor to consider when deciding which style boat you want to use, see through canoes have a total weight capacity of no more than 425 pounds. Please let me know if you have any other questions!
Hello. My husband and I are going to be visiting this week. This looks fun. He would like to have a sit “on” kayak as opposed to a sit “in” kayak. Do you offer these? Also, I’ve never kayaked before, would you recommend the one hour tour or the 3?
Miranda M
Marathon, FL24 contributions
Hi! Thank you for your interest in Aquaventures! They are sit on top kayaks. I think they are the best type for the florida keys waters! Very stable and comfortable! I have beginners EVERY day! All levels welcome. The tour is at a relaxed pace which helps those who are just learning to not feel left in the dust! Please let me know if you have any other questions. You can easily book your tour online or if you need help give me a call-3057313135
It looks like the schedule is filling in fast for next week, I would recommend booking asap before everything is booked up!
Rickey
Quickborn, Germany2 contributions
Hi, we would have loved to go on one of your trips but we couldn’t find you. We read some many good things about your trips. We asked everywhere and everyone, what a pity!
Miranda M
Marathon, FL24 contributions
Hi, I am sorry that you were not able to find me! For now, you can easily book tours on my website or shoot me a call or text! I do my best to get back to everyone in a timely fashion. The address listed online for AquaVentures is under construction. We will be there starting in March or April. Until the resort is open we are operating out of Curry Hammock State park. I hope to see you next time!
Gabrielle Rivard
Longueuil, Canada2 contributions
Hi!
Is bringing a 2 and a 4yo on this trip is possible? They are comfortable with staying calm in a canoe.
Miranda M
Marathon, FL24 contributions
Hi! Thanks for your interest in AquaVentures! We can take out younger children. It really depends on the tour and the conditions-heat,winds,roughness of the water etc. Please give me a call or use the contact form on our website to start the booking process. Unfortunately, due to Hurricane Irma we will not be reopening until at least October 24th. I look forward to hearing from you!
B1GTinchfam
1 contribution
My family of 6 will be visiting Marathon the end of July and we are interested in a charter fishing trip. Is this something you offer?
Miranda M
Marathon, FL24 contributions
Hi! Thanks for the inquiry! I no longer run any kayak fishing tours. Please contact me if you would like to learn more about the ecosystem your fish come from on one of my kayak eco tours!! lots of fun and very educational!
gutbomb69
Greenacres, FL
what is the cost?
Miranda M
Marathon, FL24 contributions
Hi! Thanks for your interest in AquaVentures! Our tours range from $40/person to $55/person for kayaking trips. For our snorkeling and kayaking combo tours prices range from $75/person - $90/person. For more information on our tours including pictures, prices and descriptions please check out our website. When you are ready to book, fill out the booking form on our contact page. I look forward to hearing from you!
ed t
Derby, IN4 contributions
Hello..can we bring a few beers for our trip. also do you offer wave runners,if not do you know who does? We will be staying on key colony beach oct 31 thru the week. Thanks much for your time, Ed
Miranda M
Marathon, FL24 contributions
Hi! What you bring with you is your responsibility. I trust that as adults, you will act accordingly! I would check out captain hooks for jet ski rentals. I specialize in guided eco tours with lots of wildlife and info about FL Keys ecology. Please text or email to book you tour. Be sure to give me about a weeks notice before your preferred tour date!