Looking for a great way to see wildlife in their natural habitat? Join us on a kayak or paddleboard tour on Lido Key or Siesta Key! We are so lucky to live in Sarasota, Florida with the stunning beaches, crystal-clear waters, and abundant wildlife. One of the best ways to really see the area is…
April 11, 2023
If you love kayaking and stand up paddleboard, Southwest Florida is a great place to be. There are so many amazing paddles and they are all a bit different. This review of the Mangrove Tunnel tour is the first in a series. Stay tuned for more posts about great paddles in this area. Mangrove Tunnel…
March 8, 2021
Exciting news for the SURFit Family! Beginning March 1, 2021, we will be expanding our operation at Ted Sperling Park and opening a new location on Siesta Key–both in Sarasota, Florida. We are excited to have been selected by Sarasota County Parks and Recreation department as a certified tour operator with exclusive rights to launch…
February 6, 2021
Feel like exploring on your own? We have limited daily kayak and paddleboard rentals at Ted Sperling Park. This launch site is the closest to the Lido Mangrove tunnels and gives you easy access to this amazing area. We provide a map and will give you some pointers about the area before you head out on your own.
This is THE best paddling eco-tour in Sarasota. The highlight of the tour is paddling through the winding tunnels cut through the mangroves. The mangrove tunnels at Ted Sperling Park are a very special place. Wildlife abounds on this paddle with interesting birds, fish, invertebrates, and even marine mammals. Many people say this tour was the best and most memorable part of their Sarasota vacation and for good reason!
Paddleboard, Surf and Beach camp is all about fun! Classes are led by certified lifeguards. Lots of kids sign up for more than one week because it is just so much fun to paddleboard and surf with our coaches.
