Discover Naples Marco Island and the Everglades on an Eco-Friendly Bicycle Tour

Visitors and residents of Naples and Marco Island, Florida who want to enjoy eco-friendly activities will appreciate that non-motorized vehicles such as bicycles have minimal impact on public recreational areas. With a “Leave no trace” philosophy, Naples Bicycle Tours are a great way to discover and respect the natural beauty of Southwest Florida.

Choose from three distinctly different bicycle tours which include high-quality bicycles, helmets, water, a snack, and a local guide to help you make the most of your tour.

MustDo.com |Bike Tour posing under the Banyan Tree in Old Naples with Naples Bicycle Tours Naples, FL

Photo courtesy Naples Bicycle Tours

Whether you want to learn the history behind Old Naples, explore Naples neighborhoods, get acquainted with Marco Island or visit the Florida Everglades, a bicycle tour makes the perfect outdoor activity. All tours range from 2 – 3 hours.

Florida Everglades Bicycle Tours

Sign up for the Everglades Bicycle Tour and enjoy a ride in the company of a Florida Certified Naturalist Guide who will point out the local wildlife along the way.

See Royal palm tree forest, orchids, alligators, hawks, owls, egrets, ibis, and herons along with other more unusual birds and animals.

Your guide will answer all your questions so you not only enjoy the best cycle ride possible, but also learn more about the native Florida wildlife you see.

MustDo.com |Guided bike tour through the Everglades with Naples Bicycle Tours

Photo courtesy Naples Bicycle Tours

The Everglades Bicycle Tour is a unique way to enjoy the Everglades in its raw natural state.

Approaching on two wheels means you do not disturb the local wildlife and are likely to see far more!

Cycling means you can see, hear and even smell the surroundings and if you spot something interesting, you can stop immediately and investigate.

See cypress swamps, freshwater marshes, wet and dry prairies and hardwood hammocks that are home to a variety of birds, ducks, reptiles and aquatic creatures.

In fact, the Everglades boasts over 440 species of wildlife which you may come across on your Everglades Bicycle Tour.

Must Do Visito Guides, MustDo.com | Naples guided Bicycle Tours through the Everglades in Florida

Photo courtesy Naples Bicycle Tours

White-tailed deer, black bear, bobcats, raccoons, opossums, red-shouldered hawks, turkeys, barred owls, and vultures are commonly seen in the Park.

The Everglades is also one of the best places to have a siting of the elusive Florida panther or the Everglades mink.

Naples Florida Bicycle Tours

Naples is generally considered the cultural center of southwest Florida with plenty of art galleries, boutiques, theaters and intimate restaurants.

A bicycle tour of Naples offers a wonderful introduction to the many different neighborhoods. The scenic route takes in Gulf and bay views, multi-million dollar homes, restored Naples homes, along with more modern developments.

MustDo.com | Guided bike tours of Old Naples with Naples Bicycle Tours in Naples, Florida

Photo courtesy Naples Bicycle Tours

The Downtown Naples Bicycle Tour includes a stop at the Naples Pier where you can appreciate the beautiful sandy beach. You may even be lucky enough to spot a dolphin or manatee in the warm Gulf waters.

Marco Island Bicycle Tours

A Marco Island Bicycle Tour is the best way to see beautiful waterfront homes, rare tropical plants and flowering trees as you cycle gently around this lovely island. Your guide will point out sites of interest, burrowing owls, gopher tortoises, nesting ospreys, eagles, and other resident birds.

MustDo.com | Burrowing Owls spotted on a guided bicycle Tour with Naples Bicycle Tours in Marco Island, Florida

Photo courtesy Naples Bicycle Tours

Learn about the first inhabitants, the Calusa Indians, and explore the shell mounds they left behind as evidence of their lifestyle.

Cycle to the freshwater spring which the Spanish used to replenish their supplies before sailing off to explore the Americas.

Add in some stunning views across Roberts Bay and Caxambas Pass and it all adds up to a wonderful two hour trip.

Naples Bicycle Tours are suitable for all fitness levels and ages. Make sure you make an early reservation to be sure of a place on these popular bicycle tours, and don’t forget your camera, hat and sunscreen!

Save money on your bicycle tour with a coupon from Must Do Visitor Guides!

Written by:

Nita Ettinger is Co-publisher for Siesta Publications Inc. and the Editor in Chief for Must Do Visitor Guides. Must Do Visitor Guides provides Southwest Florida visitor information through printed magazines and the website MustDo.com. Must Do magazines are published bi-annually and are available at no cost in Sarasota, Lee, and Collier County Chamber of Commerce, visitor information centers, select Southwest Florida hotels, and wherever free publications can be found.