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Which launch time is best for a night kayak tour?

We run three guided launches every night. Here is how to choose between them.

The three launches

6:30 pmlaunch · check in at 6:15 pm
8:00 pmlaunch · check in at 7:45 pm
9:30 pmlaunch · check in at 9:15 pm

All three run 1 hour 15 minutes: about 60 minutes on the water, then a 15-minute hands-on show and tell on the beach. We run LED night tours seven nights a week from Overlook Park.

How to choose

6:30 pm: easiest for families

The earliest launch finishes at a reasonable hour for younger kids, and it leaves the rest of the evening for dinner. Depending on the time of year, it may begin in dusk light before the sky goes dark, so check sunset time for your date.

8:00 pm: the middle option

A good fit if you want dinner before the tour or want the water to be dark for most of the paddle.

9:30 pm: the late-night paddle

A good fit for anyone who prefers a later evening.

The LED lighting shows best once it is properly dark. Sunset time changes through the year, so a launch that starts in daylight in summer can be fully dark in winter. If you want the glowing-water effect from the first minute, pick a later launch, or text us at 941-259-9713 and we will help you pick.

Booking tips

  • Book early in busy periods. Spots fill fast in season.
  • Check your contact details. After booking, confirm your phone number and email, and check spam for our confirmation. On the night itself we only contact the number used to book.
  • Arrive 15 minutes before launch at the right address. See directions and parking.
  • Watch the weather. Read our cancellation and weather policy.

Quick answers

What time are the night kayak tours?

Launches are at 6:30 pm, 8:00 pm and 9:30 pm every night, with check-in 15 minutes earlier.

How long is the tour?

1 hour 15 minutes in total: about 60 minutes paddling and a 15-minute show and tell.

Do the tours run every night?

Yes, LED night tours run seven nights a week, weather permitting.

Book your LED night tour

$65 per person, ages 3 and up, kids 5 and under free. Live availability and instant confirmation.

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