Rising Tide Explorers

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

Several Rising Tide Explorers staff members and RTE alumni recently attended the annual Corkscrew Watershed Science Forum earlier this month, a regional gathering of environmental professionals dedicated to protecting Southwest Florida’s natural resources. 🌎🌿

Hosted at the UF/IFAS Extension in Collier County, the forum brought together scientists, researchers, conservation leaders, and land managers to share the latest research and discuss critical issues impacting our ecosystems. Topics included water restoration in the Corkscrew Watershed, prescribed fire management, ghost orchid conservation, frog population declines, invasive species, Florida panthers, and the future of wetlands in our rapidly developing region.

At Rising Tide Explorers, continuing education matters. Our team is passionate about staying informed on the latest environmental science so we can provide our boat and kayak tour guests with accurate, meaningful, and up-to-date information about the incredible ecosystems we explore together every day.

We’re proud to have a team that never stops learning and advocating for Southwest Florida’s wild places.

05/26/2026

What a season! We wrapped up at Liberty Home Gardens celebrating the incredible Rising Tide Explorers crew—our powerhouse team of science pros who make every eco tour an adventure with purpose. Grateful to our partners at Friends of Rookery Bay for joining us. Proud to be the exclusive eco tour provider for Rookery Bay Reserve, where every tour gives back to support their mission. We thank you all for your passion and dedication to educating so many guests about this important place

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives defending our freedom.

We are deeply grateful for the privilege to explore, paddle, and experience the beauty of nature because of their courage and sacrifice. From peaceful mangrove tunnels to unforgettable moments on the water, these freedoms are never taken for granted.

Today, we remember those who served and those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. ❤️

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day from all of us at Rising Tide Explorers.

05/22/2026

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05/20/2026

05/20/2026

Memorial Day Weekend = Adventure + Great Gifts! 🌊☀️

Stop by Naples Outfitters or shop online this weekend for their Memorial Sale and start checking Father’s Day off your list early! 🎁

Grab Dad one of our awesome Rising Tide Explorers dry fit shirts, then top it off by booking him an unforgettable kayaking or boat adventure with Rising Tide Explorers! 🛶🐬

Because the best gifts aren’t things… they’re experiences and memories made on the water. 💙💪

05/18/2026

🌿 We’re honored to share that Rising Tide Explorers has once again been nominated in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards for BEST KAYAK TOUR in the country! 🛶☀️
If you’ve enjoyed exploring the mangrove tunnels, watching dolphins and birds at sunset, or making memories with us on the water, we would be so grateful for your support. 🤟
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Certified local biologists lead every tour of Naples and Marco Island with Rising Tide Explorers. Paddle through mangrove tunnels and past mudflats in search of southwest Florida wildlife or glide through the waters of Rookery Bay Reserve for some spectacular bird-watching.

05/17/2026

🌿 We’re honored to share that Rising Tide Explorers has once again been nominated in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards for BEST KAYAK TOUR in the country! 🛶☀️

If you’ve enjoyed exploring the mangrove tunnels, watching dolphins and birds at sunset, or making memories with us on the water, we would be so grateful for your support. 🤟

Please take a moment to vote for us, and you can vote DAILY!

👉 Vote Here Daily: https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/best-kayak-tour/

Thank you for helping support local eco-tourism and our amazing kayaking community! 🌴

Kayak tours combine aerobic fitness with the chance to immerse yourself in nature on guided outings, and the diverse waterways of the U.S. present some of the most breathtaking paddling adventures in the world.

05/14/2026

Wind through mangrove tunnels and hidden bays 🌿

This guided kayak tour takes you through oyster reefs, mudflats, and winding mangrove creeks — revealing the rich biodiversity of Southwest Florida’s estuaries.

When you book with Rising Tide Explorers, you’re also supporting and their work protecting these vital ecosystems. 🌊 Learn more at rookerybay.org