What to do and see in Southwest Gulf Coast, Southwest Gulf Coast: The Best Stand-Up Paddleboarding

May 31, 2021 Matilde Konrad

Florida’s Southwest Gulf Coast contains a constellation of enticing coastal gems. Stunning beaches, including Ft. Myers Beach, Tigertail Beach and Pensacola Beach, fringe the Gulf, down the I-75 from Tampa to Naples. Sanibel Island’s shelling attracts thousands. Cape Coral’s waters are paradise for flyfishing. Golfers adore spectacular courses in Marco Island and Naples. Glorious sunny days and deliciously warm turquoise waters beckon in this often overlooked corner of the Sunshine State.
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1. Marco Island Water Sports

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5.0 based on 1,707 reviews

Marco Island Water Sports

SOUTHWEST FLORIDA'S PREMIER ALL BEACHFRONT WATER ADVENTURE PROVIDER SINCE 1981. Marco Island Water Sports offers many diverse ways to see the amazing wildlife and scenery that surrounds Marco Island. Experience our 10,000 Islands Guided WaveRunner Excursions through the mangrove forest of the Everglades. Parasail high above the sparkling waters of the Gulf of Mexico or take one of our boat excursions for dolphin watching, and shelling on a deserted island! We are located directly on the beaches of Marco Island.

2. Sanibel Island Cruise Line

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5.0 based on 167 reviews

Sanibel Island Cruise Line

Sanibel Island Cruise Line offers exciting cruises on the waters of San Carlos Bay, Pine Island Sound and along the gulfside beaches of Sanibel, Captiva, upper Captiva to Costa. Cruise and at no extra costi the use of Kayaks, Stand-Up Paddleboards, sea doo sea scooters (for snorkeling) and snorkel gear. Each of our 30ft Century boats can easily accommodate your party of up to 6 guests and are powered by twin 225hp and 250hp outboard engines, a T-top for shade and restroom for your comfort.

3. Naples Paddleboard

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5.0 based on 48 reviews

Naples Paddleboard

Paddle Naples With Naples Paddle board , PADDLE BOARD & KAYAK ADVENTURE TOURS AND RENTALS , We have adventure tours for every paddle enthusiast , mangrove tunnel tours, ocean tours , sea life adventure tours , scenic tours ,snorkeling tours, Paddle board or Kayak . we provide different locations for our kayak and paddle board tours ,Naples bay,Rookery bay,Naples beach,Dollar bay, and Keewaydin . Extreme Adventure For those who crave more extreme action we offer Kiteboarding lessons , wind sup lessons ( windsurfing ) , We also offer surfing lessons and paddle surf lessons we have it all.

4. Naples Kayak Company

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5.0 based on 757 reviews

Naples Kayak Company

Since 2004 - the best guided kayak ecotours in Southwest Florida - day or night! NKC will show you the hidden mangrove trails the other tour companies never enter! On our beautiful Rookery Bay and Wiggins Pass tours we often see dolphins, pelicans, ospreys, egrets, herons, ibises, eagles and manatees, as well as fish jumping everywhere. Our most amazing tour is our incomparable Birds, Bioluminescence and More Birds Tour. You'll see thousands of birds landing on a tiny island around sunset and THEN be guided through the mangroves with the ONLY Naples company offering after-dark, underwater, Bioluminescence light show kayak tours. We also offer 6-7 hour sea kayak tours in the Ten Thousand Islands, kayak lessons from American Canoe Association certified kayak instructors, guided Hobie Kayak Fishing Tours, Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP) lessons & tours, SUP Yoga lessons, and rentals of kayaks and paddleboards daily, weekly and monthly.

5. Lovers Key Adventures and Events

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Lovers Key Adventures and Events

Lovers Key Adventures and Events is the Concessionaire for Lovers Key State Park on Ft. Myers Beach offering Kayak tours and rentals. Stand-up Paddle Boards, Pedal Boats, bicycle, and Canoe Rentals. Weddings and Corporate events. Gift shop and food on the beach.

6. Paddle Naples

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5.0 based on 203 reviews

Paddle Naples

Experience the natural beauty and marine life of Southwest Florida up-close! Our Five-Star guided eco-tours and rentals take you through Estero Bay and the Gulf of Mexico’s most incredible mangroves, fishing spots, and paddling routes!

7. Sarasota Paddleboard Company

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Sarasota Paddleboard Company

Lido mangrove tunnel kayak tours! Sarasota Paddleboard Company is a company that specializes in Stand up Paddleboarding and sit on top kayaks We provide rentals lessons and excursions 7 days a week. Based on lido key we are authorized for SUP and kayak rentals in the LIDO MANGROVE TUNNELS, and offer a second private location on Longboat Key. We offer delivery of rental equipment to hotels, homes and waterfront locations for multi day rentals. All necessary instruction and safety equipment is provided. We are specialist and carry top of the line equipment including race boards, all around boards, sup surf boards and tour boards. Touring and fishing kayaks. We will provide the correct equipment sized for the user, you will receive professional instruction by the best in the industry and you will be paddling in safe clam conditions.

8. Adventure Sea Kayak

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5.0 based on 204 reviews

Adventure Sea Kayak

Adventure Sea Kayak & SUP is a family owned and operated adventure guide service that is now in its second generation. Owned and operated by Captain John Houston, we offer a variety of water activities including kayak / SUP board rentals, wildlife tours, and SUP yoga sessions. Open year-round, kayak rentals are offered on an hourly, daily, or weekly basis. Delivery is available upon request. Our Buck Key Mangrove Kayak Tours are offered daily four times a day. Each guided tour allows guests the opportunity to experience and explore nature while gaining educational information and having fun in and around the waters of Pine Island Sound and the Gulf of Mexico. We can accommodate large or small groups. Private tours are also available upon request. All trips depart from the Tween Waters Inn Marina on Captiva Island, located at 15951 Captiva Dr. - Captiva, Florida 33924. As a family of old Florida, we truly enjoy sharing stories of the Barrier Island Life and surroundings.

9. I Kayak Sarasota

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I Kayak Sarasota

Guided Kayaking Tours, Discover Sarasota's natural beauty, along with its unique wildlife and habitat. Both residents and visitors appreciate exploring the beautiful exotic mangrove tunnels and Little Sarasota Bay. This tour is a favorite for all ages. Sarasota's best-kept secret. We are a licensed and insured kayaking company to offer guided tours of Sarasotas Mangrove Tunnels on Lido Key. Locally owned and all our guides have extensive experience in safety and are trained in CPR and life-saving skills. Don't want a guided tour, no problem we rent all kayaks and paddleboards by the half-day.Thanks for looking Bob Nikla lifelong native of Sarasota.

10. Paddleboard SWFL

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Paddleboard SWFL

Paddleboard SWFL (Southwest Florida) is all about getting people on the water, ridiculously close to wildlife, without negatively impacting the environment. We offer paddleboard lessons, tours, rentals, fitness sessions (Paddlelates and Paddle Yoga) and group events. We launch almost anywhere in Southwest Florida including Sanibel, Fort Myers, Fort Myers Beach, Estero and Bonita Springs. Learn how to "walk" on water while watching a variety of wildlife including manatees, dolphins and sea turtles. See you soon!!

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