Ten Thousand Islands & Everglades Sea Kayak Skills Expedition

Six days of kayak skills and camping blended perfectly with relaxation in the pristine natural world of the Everglades of Florida

At a Glance

Dates: February 15-20, 2026

Participants: 4-10

Price: from $1,400

Included: meals, shuttle, classes

Kayak + Kit: available rental add-ons for full outfitting

Learning Opportunities:

  • Boat Control Skills

  • Paddling Strokes & Maneuvers

  • Self & Assisted Rescues

  • Expedition Packing Best Practices

  • Seamanship skills, including weather, tides, chart reading and navigation.

  • Leave No Trace principles and outdoor ethics

  • The Everglades ecosystem, flora and fauna, and their importance

  • The human history of the Everglades

Trip Overview

Kayak ANT is partnering with Venture Outdoors to offer this all-inclusive trip to the iconic Ten Thousand Islands and Everglades of Florida. The trip will immerse you in the beauty of nature while also sharpening your skills for expedition kayaking.  Your expedition will be led by ACA-certified coastal kayak instructors with years of experience operating in this unique ecosystem who are excited to share their knowledge with you.

 

Included:

  • Meals

    5 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 5 dinners, snacks and beverages

  • Camping Permits

    All accommodations

  • Group Equipment

    Kitchen, bathroom, & group shelter

  • Safety Equipment

    First Aid, communications and signals, navigation, and repairs

  • Photo Package

    Digital File

  • Guided Instruction

    ACA-certified kayak and camping skills development

  • ACA Course Credit

    Skills training or assessment credit reported online for ACA members

  • Pre-trip Support

    Support with packing and logistics leading up to the trip

Not included / Options:

  • Kayak Equipment

    Full outfitting available as an add-on

  • Camping Equipment

    Full outfitting available as an add-on

  • Airfare/Transportation

    Airfare not included, but airport shuttle is available and included

  • Trip Insurance

    Recommendations provided in your welcome packet

  • Booking and Card Fees

    3% credit card fee can be avoided using ACH at checkout. WeTravel's 2% booking fee is added at checkout.

  • Gratuities for Guides

Packages

Sea Kayak Skills Expedition: $1,400

  • This is the base price if you are bringing your own kayak & camping equipment.

  • $500 deposit at check-out. Remainder payable by installments.

  • We offer a 5% discount as a thank you to our military veterans, first responders and teachers, and for supporting members of Florida Paddling Trails Association. Email explore@kayakant.com to receive your code for checkout.

Add-Ons

Kayak Rental: $225

  • Good for those who can travel with all of their own kit, both kayaking and camping gear, but need a kayak because they are flying or for another reason.

  • We have a range of different high-performance kayaks to choose from, from different manufacturers.

Kit Only Rental: $64

  • Good for those who have their own kayak and maybe some paddling kit, but don’t have a lot of personal camping equipment or kayak equipment for multi-day trips.

Kayak + Kit Combo Rental: $304

  • Good for those who want to be “fully outfitted.”

  • Everything you need for kayaking and camping is included.

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