The tour guides were both super nice and made the tour a really great time. I’d recommend them to anyone.
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Single vs tandem kayaks are assigned based on weight capacity and availability
- Life jackets, dry bags, complimentary mimosas, and paddles included.
Excludes
- Bug spray, water, sunscreen, aloe, sun-hats, snorkeling gear, and water shoes.
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- After crossing the bridge into the beachside area, continue straight. At the first traffic light, turn left onto S Peninsula Ave. Free parking is located on the LEFT after the traffic light. We will be located in the center of the the parking lot near a blue kayak trailer!
Return
- After crossing the bridge into the beachside area, continue straight. At the first traffic light, turn left onto S Peninsula Ave. Free parking is located on the LEFT after the traffic light. We will be located in the center of the the parking lot near a blue kayak trailer!
Itinerary
Callalisa Creek is a small waterway located in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, primarily known for its calm waters and access to the Indian River/Intracoastal Waterway, making it a popular spot for kayaking, canoeing, fishing, and leisurely boat rides What truly sets our morning paddle board tour apart is the added touch of luxury: complimentary mimosas served while you're out on the water. Throughout the tour, our knowledgeable guides will share insights about the local ecosystem, pointing out native wildlife and highlighting points of interest along the way. From colorful bird species to the intricate ecosystems of the mangroves, there's always something fascinating to discover during your paddle board excursion. Remember: IT'S MANATEE SEASON! Therefore there is a high probability you will see manatees gracefully floating around Callalisa Creek on your adventure.
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Reviews
Booked this as a date for my wife’s birthday. Could not have asked for better. We saw manatees, a sea turtle, crabs, ospreys, ibises, and the fish were putting on a show for us with all of the jumping they were doing. The clear tandem kayak was a real treat, and the mimosas provided were delicious. Savannah was incredibly helpful throughout and anticipated every need we could’ve had. She’s also super knowledgeable about the animals, the mangrove trees, and the brackish ecosystem as a whole. 10/10 would book again in a heartbeat.
We had such a great time! We saw hermit crabs, a dolphin, a sea turtle and lots of fish jumping out of the water. We also learned lots about mangrove trees which was very interesting! Savannah was very knowledgeable and we really enjoyed chatting with her about marine life. Plus the mimosas were great! We highly recommend this tour!!
Our guidesSavvy and zorah were wonderful, patient and informative. Love those young ladies. Full of smiles and joy doing what they love and sharing with us. Only thing, if nature had cooperated and shown us some mantees, dolphins or marine life. Otherwise a perfect outing! Thank you!
The tour was amazing we go to see sea turtles, manatee, and abundance of fish jumping in the water the were even dolphin sitting at the opening as if waiting to say hello. The mimosas were perfect, not to strong but strong enough to break the ice. A real chefs kiss of a tour . Savannah was just amazing, kind, smart and what a looker, her husband is a lucky man.
Had an amazing time. Saw 1 manatee, and a bunch of dolphins. The guide, Savannah, had an extensive knowledge of the mangroves, and the animals that interact with them. Awesome experience for the kids. Definitely better than going to an over rated theme park.
Best boat tours I've been on, not overly crowded , was able to take our time, relax, and really take in the wildlife ! Which was awesome ! Because it's wildlife and you never know when your actually going to see it, the wildlife was plentiful. Savannah , our guide was so knowledgeable, definitely a plus having a native explain everything. Will definitely return!
We did the Mangroves & Mimosas tour with Savvy Paddle at Callalisa Park and it was honestly one of the best things we’ve done in New Smyrna. The mangrove tunnels were beautiful and peaceful, and we were lucky enough to see dolphins and manatees during the tour which made the whole experience even more special. Savannah was amazing — super knowledgeable about the local wildlife and ecosystem and you could tell she genuinely loves what she does. She pointed out different birds, explained the mangroves and habitats, and made the whole tour feel really engaging without being overly “touristy.” She was also incredibly inclusive, welcoming, and flexible throughout the tour to make sure everyone was comfortable and having the best experience possible. She also took tons of photos for everyone throughout the tour at no extra cost, which was such an awesome bonus and let us actually enjoy the experience without worrying about getting pictures ourselves. The tour itself was perfectly timed and included plenty of opportunities to slow down, relax, and really soak in the nature around us instead of feeling rushed from stop to stop. The mimosas during the paddle were such a fun touch, and they even gave us cute little spill-proof cups to use during the tour that we got to take home after. Small detail, but it made the experience feel really thoughtful and unique. This is a great experience for both locals and tourists alike, especially if you want something more personal and private compared to some of the larger kayak tour companies. It felt authentic, relaxed, and genuinely memorable from start to finish. Highly recommend.
This was a total blast for our group of 70+ fun lovers. Our guides made everything easy, fun, informative and safe. They also served mimosas and showed us dolphins. Highly recommend Savanna and Anna!
Well I can’t review the tour yet, due to weather and extenuating circumstances our tour was cancelled. I do want to complement Savy Paddles team though. They were very communicative and seemed genuinely apologetic about things that were completely out of their control. We don’t get to do the tour this trip but will definitely be rebooking the next time we are in FL.
Savanna and Bruce were fantastic!!! We were able to see wild dolphins at the inlet while kayaking. The oyster beds were awesome to watch!! To hear the clap of them shutting and the water being spit out was hilarious! Would do again if in the area.
We had an awesome trip and the owner could not have been more thoughtful. Can't wait to go again!
Had a lovely & refreshing paddle through the mangroves!
Savanna thought of every detail and is so knowledgeable and kind. Her delivery of the mimosas is so thoughtful and they taste wonderful. I had a little work issue and had to be on my phone so she tethered my boat and rode me while I did what I had to do. At the end, the tide had gone down and the exit point was very muddy. She went up and had carpets laid out so we wouldn’t get our feet all muddy. she is just a wonderful spirit and fun to be around and cares so much about the mangroves wonderful wonderful experience.
This was awesome! Our guide was very fun and professional and knew a lot about the mangroves and the various paths through them. Mimosas made everything just a little more interesting too!
What a fantastic experience! Savannah was so knowledgeable, friendly, and fun. We were lucky enough to see dolphins and enjoyed a bit of shelling. Learned so much about the ecosystem - and the red crabs are so cool! When we come back, we will rebook with Saavy Paddles!
Wonderful experience with Bryce and Savannah, great tour guides, very knowledgeable and fun to be with! Will Do it again when in the area!
Savvy and Bryce were exceptional hosts and guides during our Mimosas and Mangroves tour. They were in tune with the beds of our group of 11. Kayaks were comfortable, Mimosas were refreshing. We had time to get in the water in two different areas, got lots of pictures.Such a fun time on the water!
Savannah and Brice were wonderful. They shared their knowledge of mangroves. Great mimosas! They found us a puffer fish, sea turtles. I would recommend. Savvy Paddles was great
The mimosas were 10/10 👌🏽 Saw a sea turtle swim right underneath my clear kayak, will definitely be back! Savannah, Bryce, and Mike were amazing guides- knew so much about the wildlife
A friend and I did the mimosa and mangrove tour. It was amazing, the current was calm, the wind was blocked due to mangroves. We got back into this little strip of mangroves where there was just so much life. Next thing I know savannah is coming around handing out complimentary, ready-made mimosas, it was the perfect treat for a lil fun in the sun
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