Glow Boats Sunset Glow Clear Kayak Tour at Anna Maria Island
Overview
Watch the sunset over Anna Maria Island, then paddle into the night in a glowing clear kayak, lighting up the water beneath you as marine life moves below.
Glow Boats offers a one-of-a-kind kayaking experience in 100% clear kayaks illuminated with some of the brightest LED lights in the area, allowing you to see the water and marine life beneath you as you paddle through calm coastal waters and scenic mangrove tunnels after sunset.
The tours take place near Neal Preserve, making them beginner-friendly and ideal for a relaxed, scenic paddle. The combination of a stunning Gulf Coast sunset, glowing clear kayaks, and peaceful mangrove tunnels creates a unique two-in-one adventure.
With small group sizes and knowledgeable local guides, guests enjoy a more personal and immersive way to explore the waters near Anna Maria Island.
Glow Boats is a locally owned, female-owned small business.
What's Included
- Supportive kayak seats
- Safety equipment- Lifejacket and whistle
- Kayak Paddles
- Parking
- 100% Clear tandem kayak
- Optional tips
Meeting Location
12380 Manatee Avenue West
Bradenton, FL 34209, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Paddle through the shallow and calm coastal waters near Anna Maria Island in a 100% clear kayak on this guided Sunset Glow experience. Your tour begins during golden hour as you explore scenic shoreline areas and peaceful mangrove habitats near Neal Preserve in Bradenton.
As the sun sets over Florida’s Gulf Coast, watch the sky fill with vibrant colors while gliding across the water. After sunset, your kayak lights up with bright LED illumination, allowing you to see the water beneath you as you continue your paddle into twilight.
Along the way, guests may spot local wildlife such as dolphins, manatees, seabirds, and other marine life that inhabit these protected coastal waters.
This small-group experience is beginner-friendly allowing plenty of time to paddle, observe wildlife, take photos, and enjoy the natural beauty of AMI Sound. Tours are led by knowledgeable local guides, making it perfect for couples, families, and anyone looking for a unique way to explore the waters near Anna Maria Island.
We also offer "Guided Clear Kayak Morning Tour in Anna Maria Island" and "Night Glow Clear Kayak Adventure in Anna Maria Island"
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (12)
Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-5637533P7
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Frequently Asked Questions (12)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Key West Private Charters customers.
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The maximum weight capacity for kayaking is 340 lbs / 154 kg.
Nov 2021No experience is necessary! Beginners are welcome on all of our kayak tours. Most of our guests have never been in a sea kayak before. Anyone in average physical condition may join a kayak tour. If you can hike or bike, you can paddle our sea kayaks. You do not need any swimming skills either.
The only prerequisite is a healthy spirit of curiosity and adventure.
Regardless of age or skill level you will find that our expeditions offer enough flexibility to make your experience with us safe and rewarding. We will show you proper sea kayaking technique and water safety before leaving the beach. And your expert guides will be with you throughout the adventure to give you pointers and improve your skills.
Sep 2022Your safety is Key West Private Charters‘s number one concern. In general, sea kayaking is safer than most other outdoor pursuits, even bicycling.
Jan 2023If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Supportive kayak seats.
- safety equipment- Lifejacket and whistle.
- Kayak Paddles.
- parking.
- 100% Clear tandem kayak.
- Optional tips.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Glow Boats Sunset Glow Clear Kayak Tour at Anna Maria Island is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Toronto to Niagara Falls Evening Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Key West Private Charters. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Supportive kayak seats
- Safety equipment- Lifejacket and whistle
- Kayak Paddles
- Parking
- 100% Clear tandem kayak
- Optional tips
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
