Honestly had the most amazing exhilarating experience. We were so lucky and got to see so many…read moredifferent types of animals. My boyfriend and I have lived in Sarasota for 5 years. Never did I expect to experience the mangroves as I did, but thanks to our wonderful guide Laura I had the best time of my life. I highly recommend to natives who aren't experienced kayakers or new comers looking to learn a little about our wonderful history. She also took some amazing videos for us!

We had the perfect beginner kayak adventure. Island Style brought the kayaks to us at Lido Beach…read more We strongly recommend starting your adventure from this put in point. Island Style provided gently used kayaks and paddles, life vests and even plastic bags for our belongings. Remember to use sun screen on the back of your neck and arms. Also consider a bottle of water. We just wore shorts and t-shirts. Our guide was Kelly. He was prompt and courteous. He had us in the water and out of the water at the agreed times. Our guide made the adventure memorable. Starting with dry land instructions, our guide exhibited consistent knowledge, patience, encouragement . He continued to provide thoughtful instruction throughout the trip. Our guide helped us locate dolphins, snakes and pin fish along the Lido Park Mangroves. Also spotted green heron, ibis, and snowy egrets just outside mangrove tunnels. We had a wonderful adventure and Island Style provide us with a relaxing and intimate way to experience Sarasota's natural treasures.

Orlando was awesome!!! The tour was great we went through the mangroves and then onto a small…read moresandbar where he showed us some local wildlife.

Did a last minute kayak tour with Paradise on a Sunday afternoon. Caleb was our guide. He was super…read morenice, patient, charming and very knowledgeable. Learned all sorts of fun facts about the wildlife and eco system in Sarasota. Caleb took pictures of families in the kayaks and when we had a break on the beach. Super organized company - Caleb and the rest of the crew work well together in getting people out on the kayaks and returning. Great set up- parking was ample and nice shade while we waited for the whole group to arrive. Thanks Caleb!

Skye was a great tour guide. He took his time with us and gave us a couple of options for our tour…read more If you are a beginner and hesitant about booking, not be. The paddle kayaks are easy to maneuver and the activity is not strenuous at all. It was a great experience!

Been out on the water a few times with Liquid Blue- always a great time…read more Great guides & good atmosphere! This will always be my go-to kayaking company!

Great cruise'. Great crew! Saw a ton of dolphins! Comfortable seats, room to walk around. Highly…read morerecommended.

I am the admin of Charlotte County Girlfriends, a 7,000-member social networking group for ladies…read morein Charlotte County, FL. We chartered two tours on the Oasis Tiki Boat through Punta Gorda Adventures on December 19, 2025 and both were absolutely fantastic! The first mate and captain went out of their way to make it an amazing experience for everyone. Highly recommend!

We rented two bikes and quickly noticed problems. My husband's seat was wobbly, and my bike was not…read moreshifting properly. We returned to the shop to address the seat issue, which they fixed, but my bike's shifting continued to worsen. The bike would not stay in gear, causing me to lurch forward repeatedly. I felt the bike was borderline unsafe. I considered returning it again but didn't want to lose another hour of our trip or deal with transporting the bike back and forth, especially since we were returning the bikes just a few days later. I rode it as is. When we returned the bikes after nine days, I explained the issues and asked for a partial refund. The owner tested the bike himself and claimed there was nothing wrong. I asked him to ride it to experience the issue, and he refused. He became angry and started yelling. Instead of a refund, he handed me a piece of paper for a $50 store credit, which he refused to refund to my card. We do not plan on returning, so the credit is useless to us. The interaction was extremely unprofessional. In hindsight, this was not our first issue with this shop. On a previous rental, a pedal actually came off a bike. At the time, I assumed it was an isolated incident. Now, it's clear that the equipment is poorly maintained. I would not recommend renting bikes from this shop.

We rented 6 E bikes on Wednesday. We rode the Legacy Trail and had a fabulous time! The trail is…read morepaved, well maintained and beautiful. Randy was very nice and patient with us and really saved the day!!!!

The most amazing 2 hours!! As a first timer I was incredibly nervous but got the hang of it pretty…read morequickly! You're only allowed to ride on the island, which makes sense, so we gave ourselves a self guided real estate tour. My hat flew off in the process, so don't recommend that. Our group had a blast!

Rented a golf cart for the weekend. Friendly, helpful young man helped me with the rental at…read moreproperty because boss was out. Easy rental procedure and reasonable rate. We asked to extend rental an additional half day and it was met with "absolutely". I promised to leave an excellent Google review because of the positive experience, but Google is giving me fits with login process, so Yelp it is for the moment.

First off when we arrived the worker said we were closed. We were all very worried and…read moredisappointed. It turns out it was just a joke but was not delivered well. Kayaking through the mangroves was very pleasant but unpleasant for some when left alone in the tunnels with scary tree crabs . Our Irish guide was great. Saw lots of birds and one small turtle. Stopped on a deserted island that was very hot.

We did the guided tour this morning and had a great time. Our guide took his time and let the…read moregroup enjoy the experience. He pointed out area wildlife and shared key facts. Great morning!

Made a last minute reservation of 4th of July and was happy to see they had a double kayak…read moreavailable for my time slot. Accidentally got there too early but they had no problem at all and let us take it out when we got there. We did the self-guided 2 hour tour and the employee went over a few paddle instructions and tips of where to go and not to go. He also offered us a dry bag to take with us. Kayaks and paddles worked great and we went thru 2 mangrove tunnels and the sandbar by midnight pass. Even got out and walked over the land bridge to turtle beach. Had a great time! Recommend and would rent from here again!

R&P offered a free kayaking session in St. Pete a few months ago and I jumped at the chance to…read morecheck them out. Fun experience. Guide was very knowledgeable and kayaks were in very good condition.

Economy is an outstanding kayak shop. If you are in the market for your first kayak or a…read morereplacement they have the selection and knowledge to ensure you get the best for the best price. If you need supplies they have it all from the basic to the best in kayak accessories. Need a repair or replacement part they have great technicians to ensure you receive the best repair or accessory installation. We have been kayaking for 25+ years in different areas of the world from whitewater, open sea, and river kayaking Economy surpassed all other kayak shops we have worked with.

Juan, Paul, Dave, are the best helpful people. George, is in a class by himself. Just a fabulous…read morestaff ! Tight lines to Economy Tackle .

Never heard of this place. Met some friends who have been here several times…read more Definitely a hidden gem. See the photos for its history, etc, but there are cute cabins to rent , an outpost ( food, drinks, souvenirs and bait sold; I had a root beer float); nightly entertainment, and plenty of chairs for relaxing. Saw a few carloads of ? College aged kids parking and getting ready for some early evening fishing. Just a fun and relaxing place to visit.

What a hidden gem! Absolutely loved this place. Found it on here looking for a sweet spot to take…read moreour son fishing. Hit the jackpot with a full restaurant and live music and natures beauty with a gorgeous sunset! Highly recommend