All of our guides are CPR (child & adult), First Aid, and AED certified. All of our guides have a Master Naturalist Certification from the University of Florida Master Naturalist Program. Our guides have also been through the American Canoe Association Kayaking Instructor course. Florida has no certification or safety requirements for kayak guides at the time. At Salty Soul Adventures, our guides hold many years of experience taking groups out on the water safely in addition to the above certifications.

At the beginning of every tour, we conduct a safety briefing and offer paddling instruction. Throughout the trip, our guides will offer additional tips and instructions as required. Our tours are designed to cater to both beginners and experts, ensuring a fulfilling experience for all participants.

In the United States, it is customary to leave 10-20% of the total bill in gratuity to staff who have done a great job in service industries. Our guides work hard to make sure guests have the best experience possible. Gratuity is not required but it is greatly appreciated.

We recommend children be 3 + years old to kayak. We carry child lifejackets ranging from under 30lbs to under 90 lbs. Children under the age of 12 have to ride on tandem with a parent. We also recommend children 13 yrs and older who have no experience ride tandem with adult as well.

Yes, we carry a few different types of kayaks. We will ask you for you height, weight, and kayak preference when you book a tour to assure we place you the most comfortable kayak. There is a maximum weight of 475 lbs for our largest tandem kayak and a maximum of 275lbs for our largest single.

Customers will receive a full refund or credit with 48 hours notice of cancellation. Customers will receive a 50% refund or credit with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Cancellations within 24 hours will not receive a refund. Customers will also receive a full refund or credit in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone to cancel or inquire about a cancellation. No-shows will not receive a refund.

Yes, a reservation is required. We are a mobile business that operates out various areas in South Florida. We require a reservation for all of our tour locations. We recommend making a reservation a 4-7 days in advance minimum. Between January and May we recommend making your reservation as soon as possible as tours fill up quickly and we cater to private tours and groups as well which may block out parts of our schedule.

Yes, all of our paddling locations offer a one-of-a-kind experience, with each site boasting a rich variety of wildlife waiting to be discovered.

The South Miami area offers relatively shallow clear water with a seagrass bottom and route that that borders the shoreline and paddling around a rookery island teaming with life. This route is suitable for beginners and experts.

The Hollywood/ Dania area offers meandering trails protected by mangroves which provide habitat for a wide variety for coastal birds and marine organisms. The water here is shallow but murky. This route is suitable for beginners and experts.

The Island Kayak tour in the Riviera Beach area is well known for crystal clear waters and wildlife viewing. This paddle is recommended for guests who have kayaked before. The route will have strong currents present that change with the tide.

Yes we have both single and tandem kayaks available. We will take your preference into account when you book. However depending the group size for the day we may not have bot tandem and single available.

Normally, we limit our tour groups to 12 paddlers or less for the best tour experience. We can also accommodate large groups if needed with advanced notice. We work with summer camps, school groups, big families, and corporate groups. Please email, call or text us for more information.

We recommend: hats, sunglasses (polarized are better), sunscreen. In addition light weight and sun protective clothing will dry faster and protect you from the sun. Any kind of clothing suitable for the beach works.

For shoes, we recommend in expensive water shoes, old sneakers, or water sandals such as keens.

Yes. Florida law requires a life jacket per person on each vessel and we require that all guest wear their lifejacket at all times for safety reasons.

No. We do not provide any kayak or standup paddleboard rentals. We only provide guided tours.

We provide 1 water per guest however we recommend bringing a reusable water bottle and sunscreen. Another recommended item would be a towel for after the tour.

We provide:

• kayak, paddles, lifejackets, and a dry bag to store small personal items

• short instruction session at the beginning of every tour

• 1 cold water per guest

• Master Naturalist Guide

• Digital photos of your experience

In Florida, we are within the home range of alligators and crocodiles and while it is possible to see either while paddling, it is also extremely rare. Alligators prefer fresh water so they are not likely to present in our paddling area since the water is salty or brackish depending on the location. We currently have a very small population of crocodiles in South Florida and they are very shy in general so seeing them while paddling is rare. The biggest danger to paddlers is dehydration especially during the summer months.

Our guides look at the weather forecast, tides, and winds before every tour. They will make the final call. Cancellations occur due to lighting or any condition that our guide deems is unsafe for paddling such as strong winds.

We require that every guest fills out the waiver a head of time online. We also require that all groups arrive 15 minutes before your tour time to assure you don't miss it. If you are late, please contact us immediately to let us know. Depending on the tour schedule for the day, we may be able to wait up to 15 minutes beyond the start time but it is not guaranteed. No shows will not receive a refund.

Our business is mobile and we use various launches within one area. We choose the best route based on winds, tides, and weather conditions. We will send you a text message with detailed directions to our meet up location and a waiver link the day before the tour. Please contact us if you have any other questions.

Paddle boarding does require more balance than a kayak. If you wish to try paddle boarding for the first time, we recommend you schedule a private tour with us.