Night Glow Clear Kayak Adventure in Anna Maria Island
Overview
Glow Boats offers a one-of-a-kind nighttime 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 Anna Maria Island Sound after dark.
This unique Night Glow adventure takes you through calm and shallow coastal waters and scenic mangrove tunnels near Neal Preserve, where the glow from your kayak creates a magical view of the underwater world below.
With small group sizes, beginner-friendly conditions, and knowledgeable local guides, this experience provides a safe, relaxed, and immersive way to explore the waters near Anna Maria Island at night.
Glow Boats is a locally owned, female-owned small business focused on responsible eco-tourism, proudly offering one of the most unique nighttime kayaking experiences along Florida’s Gulf Coast.
What's Included
- 100% clear tandem kayak
- Safety briefing and basic paddling instruction
- Small group experience
- U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets (PFDs)
- Bright LED lighting system for nighttime visibility
- Parking
- Paddles and required safety equipment
- Guided tour with knowledgeable local guide
- Gratuities (optional but appreciated)
- Transportation to and from the launch location
- Bottled water (guests are encouraged to bring their own)
- Personal items (dry bags not provided)
- Water shoes, sandals, or footwear that can get wet are strongly recommended.
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
No kayaking experience is needed. This tour is designed for all skill levels and is perfect for couples, families, and first-time paddlers. With small group sizes and some of the brightest LED-lit clear kayaks in the area, you’ll enjoy a safe, relaxed, and truly one-of-a-kind Glow Boats experience with a locally owned, female-owned small business.
Paddle through calm coastal waters near Anna Maria Island in a 100% clear kayak on this guided Night Glow experience. As you glide along the shoreline and through scenic mangrove tunnels near Neal Preserve in Bradenton, your kayak illuminates the water beneath you with bright LED lights.
This unique nighttime adventure allows you to see into the water below as you explore peaceful coastal habitats after dark. Guests may spot marine life such as fish, rays, and other coastal species drawn to the light, along with seabirds and sometimes dolphins and manatees.
Led by knowledgeable local guides, this small-group experience takes place in shallow, calm waters—perfect for a relaxed and unforgettable night on the water in Anna Maria Island Sound.
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?
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Activity code: C-5637533P5
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Frequently Asked Questions (12)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions 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 Cool Shore Excursions’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.
- 100% clear tandem kayak.
- Safety briefing and basic paddling instruction.
- Small group experience.
- U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets (PFDs).
- Bright LED lighting system for nighttime visibility.
- Parking.
- Paddles and required safety equipment.
- Guided tour with knowledgeable local guide.
- Gratuities (optional but appreciated).
- Transportation to and from the launch location.
- Bottled water (guests are encouraged to bring their own).
- Personal items (dry bags not provided).
- Water shoes, sandals, or footwear that can get wet are strongly recommended.
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 Night Glow Clear Kayak Adventure in 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 Night Glow Clear Kayak Adventure in Anna Maria Island will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. 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
- 100% clear tandem kayak
- Safety briefing and basic paddling instruction
- Small group experience
- U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets (PFDs)
- Bright LED lighting system for nighttime visibility
- Parking
- Paddles and required safety equipment
- Guided tour with knowledgeable local guide
- Gratuities (optional but appreciated)
- Transportation to and from the launch location
- Bottled water (guests are encouraged to bring their own)
- Personal items (dry bags not provided)
- Water shoes, sandals, or footwear that can get wet are strongly recommended.
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
