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January 2024 by Laura Wheeler
Loved our kayak excursion! We showed up with no reservation on New Year's Day and they set us up with 3 Kayaks for a 2 hour paddle. They provided us with a map of the area and we set off around Calusa Island. Tons of birds and a visit from a dolphin as we arrived back to the boat launch. Amazing - will be back on future visits for sure.
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December 2023 by Cheryl King
Carmen’s Kayaks was the place to be for viewing the Bokeelia Boat Parade. It was a spectacular parade ⚓️???????and we were able to see the start & the finish
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November 2023 by Ashley Huertas
Great place to rent kayaks from! Lisa was awesome too! Highly recommend!
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November 2023 by Jorge L. Martínez
We had a fantastic experience renting a kayak from Joe and Lisa in Bokeelia. Their equipment was well-maintained, and they provided all the info we needed. Also the waterfront location added to the charm, making it a memorable outing. Joe and Lisa's friendly service and reasonable prices make them my go-to choice for kayak rentals in the area! Highly recommended.
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November 2023 by Rob Margi
As soon as we arrived, we were cheerfully greeted and provided great instruction for the trip. The kayaks were ready to go with a laminated map that included wildlife images to look out for on the trip, and a dry bag to use for our phones so we could take pictures. The trip was lovely. We saw dolphins, crabs, heron and sea birds - very cool! They guided us back in when finished. Highly recommend Carmen’s Kayaks!
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November 2023 by Alex Perdue
The couple working it was insanely nice and helpful. All around an amazing time and will be back for sure
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November 2023 by Paige Sears
Great experience with Carmen’s Kayaks!! Super helpful, friendly, & knowledgeable. Will definitely be coming back :)
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October 2023 by 67 Oppus
I’m writing this from my experiences this past May 2023. I live locally but wanted to take my daughter out on the water while visiting. Owners are very nice people and very helpful. Great place to rent a kayak or just launch your own for a nominal fee. Nice sand area to launch, fish, and see dolphins! Bait shop around the corner (by kayak or boat) if you need live bait. If you are looking for a place to rent kayaks and enjoy some nice water, this is the place.
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July 2023 by Joann Godin
Can you say private tour at group rates! Great educational tour.. When you get in the water, you have an opportunity to get your sea legs in shallow water before you head out to open water. Made a stop at Calusa island. It's a great place to have a picnic and drink some water. Time to reapply sunscreen. Next time we will try the fishing kayaks can't wait.
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May 2023 by Ann C.
Lisa was amazingly helpful with setting up a last minute custom tour. Sam was a fantastic guide full of facts about the history of the area. She pointed out fish and birds along the way and knew how to maneuver through the mangrove trails in a way you could never do on your own. Had a great day on the water!
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May 2023 by Frank Antoni
Very nice owners of a cool spot to kajak
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April 2023 by Margaret E. Douglas
Lisa was incredible. Warm, welcoming and got us in the water quickly. The area was beautiful, with lots of birds to watch and a manatee sighting. We also enjoyed the lunch recommendation of Lazy Flamingo that was offered at the end of our paddle session. Thanks! We will be back.
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April 2023 by EMILY PENDER
Our family loved spending the day at Carmen's Kayaks! The ecotour was informative and even as novice kayakers we were able to enjoy the scenic views.
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April 2023 by Angie Freeland
10/10 would recommend Carmen's Kayaks. Joe and Lisa have such a passion for the area and their passion is passed onto their clients. We had a blast fishing (caught a bunch) and learning about the local ecosystems. We also took the Eco Tour and learned so much about the long history of this area.
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March 2023 by Maureen O'Connor
If you are looking for a peaceful experience on the water of "old Florida", this is the place! Coming from the dreary New England weather, it was just what was needed! Lisa and Joe are very knowledgeable of the area and are were very attentive to this novice kayaker's needs...choosing the right boat and making sure I was navigating the right area for my comfort level. Seeing the dolphins and manatees were a bonus! We are looking forward to our next trip!
