Big Cypress Self-Guided Kayak Tour
Paddle through Amelia Island’s serene blackwater creek on a self-guided kayak tour where wildlife and beauty await!
Embark on a peaceful adventure with the Big Cypress kayak tour, which winds through a beautiful Blackwater Creek, a quiet tributary of Amelia Island. This relaxing paddle is perfect for the whole family, offering a chance to spot a variety of native wildlife, including birds, turtles, reptiles, and even alligators. As you journey deeper into the forested wetlands, you'll paddle past flora and towering cypress trees, including a legendary old-growth cypress believed to be several hundred years old.
Your self-guided experience includes everything you need: a kayak, a paddle, and a life vest. You'll be met at the boat ramp, where friendly staff will get you set up and explain your simple one-way, out-and-back route. From there, you're free to explore on your own during a peaceful journey through some of Amelia Island's most scenic and secluded inland waterways.
Duration: 3 hours
Melton Nelson Boat Ramp, Fernandina Beach, FL, USA