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J. N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge
Refuge Concession and Guide Services – Tarpon Bay Explorers at the J. N. “Ding” Darling Natinal Wildlife Refuge offers the best wildlife viewing and educational tours including Tram Tours of Wildlife Drive, guided kayak tours along the Commodore Creek Water Trail or to the Rookery Islands and private fishing charters. Also, the Sea Life and Nature Cruise (aboard a 26-passenger {handicap accessible} pontoon boat) is the perfect way to see Tarpon Bay with no paddling required. This tour includes a 30-minute Touch Tank Exploration and is great for all ages to see and learn about the creatures that live above, at, and below the bay surface. There are also Breakfast and Evening cruises! A full-day eco-adventure in the Florida Everglades is the newest offering by the Everglades Explorers. This tour includes an airboat ride, a boardwalk, a wilflife drive, and much more. Tarpon Bay Explorers also rent kayaks/canoes, motorized fishing canoes, fishing tackle, bicycles, and more. Check on their website for more more information and to make reservations: http://www.tarponbayexplorers.com
