A black park ranger paddles in an orange life jacket in front of a group of visitors.

Paddling in Paradise (Flamingo)

Everglades National Park

  • Every week on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday at 8:15 AM from November 22, 2025 to April 11, 2026
  • Free

Register

Advance reservations are required.

On this three-hour program on Florida Bay, you will be guided by park rangers through the mangrove estuaries and marine ecosystem. You will get opportunities to experience the Everglades wilderness and its diverse habitats, animals, and human history.

This trip can be extremely strenuous! Therefore, all participants are required to be at least 16 years old. Please consider your abilities and only sign up if you are physically fit and have prior kayaking experience.

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Fees

This program is included with your park entrance fee. All paddling equipment is provided.

Location

The Flamingo Marina (Florida Bay side) is located about 1 hour from the park entrance in Homestead.

Schedule

Days:

Every week on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday

Dates:

November 22, 2025 to April 11, 2026

Time:

8:15 AM

Duration:

3 hours and 45 minutes

Please check-in by 8:15 am with a park ranger. If you are late, you cannot join the trip.

Contact Information

Guy Bradley Visitor Center
239-695-2945

Event Type

  • Guided Tour