{"id":178,"date":"2023-09-27T18:25:37","date_gmt":"2023-09-27T18:25:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carmenskayaks.net\/?page_id=178"},"modified":"2026-03-23T21:19:14","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T21:19:14","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/carmenskayaks.net\/?page_id=178","title":{"rendered":"About Us"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"pl-178\"  class=\"panel-layout\" ><div id=\"pg-178-0\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-178-0-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><div id=\"pgc-178-0-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-mobile-last\" ><h1 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span>Whether you are looking for adventure, that next BIG CATCH, or seeking peace, serenity and beautiful scenery, you can find whatever you may desire at Carmen\u2019s Kayaks!<\/span><\/h1><\/div><div id=\"pgc-178-0-2\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-178-1\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-178-1\" ><div id=\"pgc-178-1-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><div id=\"pgc-178-1-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><div id=\"pgc-178-1-2\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-mobile-last\" ><div id=\"panel-178-1-2-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_black-studio-tinymce widget_black_studio_tinymce panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"1\" ><div class=\"textwidget\"><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-164 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/carmenskayaks.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/20221204_172354-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carmenskayaks.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/20221204_172354-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/carmenskayaks.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/20221204_172354-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/carmenskayaks.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/20221204_172354-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/carmenskayaks.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/20221204_172354-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/carmenskayaks.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/20221204_172354-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/>Located in Bokeelia, FL at the north end of Pine Island, we are situated right on the Great Calusa Blueway Paddling Trail, which is home to abundant marine life, shore birds and crustaceans.<\/p>\n<p>This 190-mile, easily identified, marked canoe\/kayak\/SUP trail, attracts water enthusiasts from all over the world! First-time kayakers to advanced paddlers enjoy this trail that meanders through the shallow areas of the coastal waters of Lee County from Pine Island Sound to Estero Bay, up the Caloosahatchee River and through its tributaries.<\/p>\n<p>Have your own kayak\/SUP and just looking for a great place to launch? We got you covered! Knights\u2019 Landing offers a great ramp for kayaks\/SUPs\/canoes and small boats\/watercrafts. There is ample parking for vehicles and trailers, as well as a clean restroom for patrons use. Launch fee of $5\/kayak or SUP and $10\/boat is payable at the ramp and parking is included.<\/p>\n<p>We are open Mid-October thru Beginning of June, 7 days\/week, Sunrise to Sunset (weather permitted)!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/carmenskayaks.net\/?page_id=118\">BOOK TODAY<\/a> to view the list of services\/rates available.\u00a0 If you don\u2019t see what you are looking for or need special accommodation, please call\/text us at (239) 333-7332 and we will get you taken care of!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-178-1-3\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-178-2\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-178-2-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><div id=\"pgc-178-2-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-mobile-last\" ><h1 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span>Here at Carmen\u2019s Kayaks, we offer a wide range of services:<\/span><\/h1><\/div><div id=\"pgc-178-2-2\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-178-3\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"so-rounded siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-178-3\" data-stretch-type=\"full\" ><div id=\"pgc-178-3-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div class=\"sc-featured sc-carousel\"><div class=\"entry-header\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/carmenskayaks.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/repairs-copy-200x300.jpg\" \/><\/div><h3>Custom Eco Tours<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-178-3-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div class=\"sc-featured sc-carousel\"><div class=\"entry-header\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/carmenskayaks.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/kayak-fishin-200x300.jpg\" \/><\/div><h3>Kayak Fishing Charters<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-178-3-2\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div class=\"sc-featured sc-carousel\"><div class=\"entry-header\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/carmenskayaks.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/sunsetcopy-200x300.jpg\" \/><\/div><h3>Sunrise\/Sunset\/Moonlit Paddles<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-178-3-3\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div class=\"sc-featured sc-carousel\"><div class=\"entry-header\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/carmenskayaks.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/group-200x300.jpg\" \/><\/div><h3>Group Events<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-178-3-4\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div class=\"sc-featured sc-carousel\"><div class=\"entry-header\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/carmenskayaks.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/rentals-200x300.jpg\" \/><\/div><h3>Kayak\/SUP Rentals <\/h3><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-178-3-5\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div class=\"sc-featured sc-carousel\"><div class=\"entry-header\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/carmenskayaks.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/eventscopy-200x300.jpg\" \/><\/div><h3>Community-Wide Events<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-178-3-6\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div class=\"sc-featured sc-carousel\"><div class=\"entry-header\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/carmenskayaks.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/repairs-200x300.jpg\" \/><\/div><h3>Kayak Repairs<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-178-4\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-178-4\" ><div id=\"pgc-178-4-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><div id=\"pgc-178-4-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-mobile-last\" ><div id=\"panel-178-4-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_strong-testimonials-view-widget strong-testimonials-view-widget panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"10\" ><h3 class=\"widget-title\">Testimonials<\/h3><div class=\"strong-view strong-view-id-2 modern wpmtst-modern slider-container slider-mode-fade slider-adaptive controls-style-buttons nav-position-inside\" data-count=\"8\" data-slider-var=\"strong_slider_id_2\" data-state=\"idle\"><div class=\"strong-content wpmslider-content\"><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial testimonial t-slide post-66\"><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-inner testimonial-inner\"><div data-infinite-loop=\"false\"  class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-content  testimonial-content\"><h3 class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-heading testimonial-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/carmenskayaks.net\/?wpm-testimonial=10-10\" rel=\"bookmark\">10\/10<\/a><\/h3><p>10\/10 would recommend Carmen&#8217;s Kayaks. Joe and Lisa have such a passion for the area and their passion is passed onto their clients. We had a blast fishing (caught a bunch) and learning about the local ecosystems. We also took the Eco Tour and learned so much about the long history of this area.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-field testimonial-field testimonial-name\">Angie F.<\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial testimonial t-slide post-65\"><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-inner testimonial-inner\"><div data-infinite-loop=\"false\"  class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-content  testimonial-content\"><h3 class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-heading testimonial-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/carmenskayaks.net\/?wpm-testimonial=lisa-and-joe-are-amazing-to-work-with\" rel=\"bookmark\">Lisa and Joe, are amazing to work with!<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"readmore-excerpt animated \"><div style=\"display:inline;\">The owners, Lisa and Joe, are amazing to work with! They were quick to respond and their knowledge of the tides and winds were so helpful in planning when was the best time to head out. The prices are very reasonable, the kayaks are in great shape and they were always ready for us on<\/div><div class=\"ellipsis\" style=\"display:inline;\">&hellip; <\/div><\/div><div class=\"readmore-content animated \"  id=\"more-65\" hidden> The owners, Lisa and Joe, are amazing to work with! They were quick to respond and their knowledge of the tides and winds were so helpful in planning when was the best time to head out. The prices are very reasonable, the kayaks are in great shape and they were always ready for us on arrival. It was beautiful kayaking around the mangroves and shelling on the deserted beach. The highlight was seeing the dolphin and having him swim along side of us. We came back several times during our stay. If you\u2019re planning to kayak on Pine Island this is the place!!!\n<\/div><p><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"more-65\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" class=\"readmore readmore-toggle\"><span class=\"readmore-text\" data-more-text=\"Read more\" data-less-text=\"Show less\">Read more<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> &#8220;Lisa and Joe, are amazing to work with!&#8221;<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-field testimonial-field testimonial-name\">Stacey L.<\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial testimonial t-slide post-70\"><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-inner testimonial-inner\"><div data-infinite-loop=\"false\"  class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-content  testimonial-content\"><h3 class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-heading testimonial-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/carmenskayaks.net\/?wpm-testimonial=lisa-was-incredible\" rel=\"bookmark\">Lisa was incredible!<\/a><\/h3><p>Lisa was incredible. Warm, welcoming and got us in the water quickly. The area was beautiful, with lots of birds to watch and a manatee sighting. We also enjoyed the lunch recommendation of Lazy Flamingo that was offered at the end of our paddle session. Thanks! We will be back.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-field testimonial-field testimonial-name\">Margaret D.<\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial testimonial t-slide post-67\"><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-inner testimonial-inner\"><div data-infinite-loop=\"false\"  class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-content  testimonial-content\"><h3 class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-heading testimonial-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/carmenskayaks.net\/?wpm-testimonial=private-tour-at-group-rates\" rel=\"bookmark\">Private tour at group rates!<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"readmore-excerpt animated \"><div style=\"display:inline;\">Can you say private tour at group rates! Great educational tour.. When you get in the water, you have an opportunity to get your sea legs in shallow water before you head out to open water. Made a stop at Calusa island. It&#8217;s a great place to have a picnic and drink some water. Time<\/div><div class=\"ellipsis\" style=\"display:inline;\">&hellip; <\/div><\/div><div class=\"readmore-content animated \"  id=\"more-67\" hidden> Can you say private tour at group rates! Great educational tour.. When you get in the water, you have an opportunity to get your sea legs in shallow water before you head out to open water. Made a stop at Calusa island. It&#8217;s a great place to have a picnic and drink some water. Time to reapply sunscreen. Next time we will try the fishing kayaks can&#8217;t wait.\n<\/div><p><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"more-67\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" class=\"readmore readmore-toggle\"><span class=\"readmore-text\" data-more-text=\"Read more\" data-less-text=\"Show less\">Read more<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> &#8220;Private tour at group rates!&#8221;<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-field testimonial-field testimonial-name\">Joann G<\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial testimonial t-slide post-71\"><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-inner testimonial-inner\"><div data-infinite-loop=\"false\"  class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-content  testimonial-content\"><h3 class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-heading testimonial-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/carmenskayaks.net\/?wpm-testimonial=this-is-the-place\" rel=\"bookmark\">This is the place!<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"readmore-excerpt animated \"><div style=\"display:inline;\">If you are looking for a peaceful experience on the water of &#8220;old Florida&#8221;, this is the place! Coming from the dreary New England weather, it was just what was needed! Lisa and Joe are very knowledgeable of the area and are were very attentive to this novice kayaker&#8217;s needs&#8230;choosing the right boat and making<\/div><div class=\"ellipsis\" style=\"display:inline;\">&hellip; <\/div><\/div><div class=\"readmore-content animated \"  id=\"more-71\" hidden> If you are looking for a peaceful experience on the water of &#8220;old Florida&#8221;, this is the place! Coming from the dreary New England weather, it was just what was needed! Lisa and Joe are very knowledgeable of the area and are were very attentive to this novice kayaker&#8217;s needs&#8230;choosing the right boat and making sure I was navigating the right area for my comfort level. Seeing the dolphins and manatees were a bonus! We are looking forward to our next trip!\n<\/div><p><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"more-71\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" class=\"readmore readmore-toggle\"><span class=\"readmore-text\" data-more-text=\"Read more\" data-less-text=\"Show less\">Read more<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> &#8220;This is the place!&#8221;<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-field testimonial-field testimonial-name\">Maureen O.<\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial testimonial t-slide post-64\"><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-inner testimonial-inner\"><div data-infinite-loop=\"false\"  class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-content  testimonial-content\"><h3 class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-heading testimonial-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/carmenskayaks.net\/?wpm-testimonial=new-years-eve\" rel=\"bookmark\">New Year\u2019s Eve<\/a><\/h3><p>New Year\u2019s Eve morning kayaking float. It was wonderful with the views. Lisa and Joe are very knowledgeable and made sure we had the right equipment to rent. Prefect morning. I would recommend this place. &nbsp;<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-field testimonial-field testimonial-name\">Julie H<\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial testimonial t-slide post-73\"><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-inner testimonial-inner\"><div data-infinite-loop=\"false\"  class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-content  testimonial-content\"><h3 class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-heading testimonial-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/carmenskayaks.net\/?wpm-testimonial=our-family-loved-spending-the-day\" rel=\"bookmark\">Our family loved spending the day<\/a><\/h3><p>Our family loved spending the day at Carmen&#8217;s Kayaks! The ecotour was informative and even as novice kayakers we were able to enjoy the scenic views.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-field testimonial-field testimonial-name\">Emily P.<\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial testimonial t-slide post-72\"><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-inner testimonial-inner\"><div data-infinite-loop=\"false\"  class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-content  testimonial-content\"><h3 class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-heading testimonial-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/carmenskayaks.net\/?wpm-testimonial=very-pleasant-and-efficient\" rel=\"bookmark\">Very pleasant and efficient.<\/a><\/h3><p>The owners of Carmen&#8217;s Kayaks are very pleasant and efficient. They have a good variety of boats to accommodate big people like my son and myself. They were patient with us as we tried a few boats to get the right fit. I recommend them greatly and will support them again when I return.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-field testimonial-field testimonial-name\">Kevin W.<\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-178-4-2\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-178-5\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-178-5-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div class=\"thinkupslider-sc style1\" data-height=\"402\"><div id=\"thinkupshortcodesthinkup_builder_thinkupslider\" class=\"thinkupslider-sc-core\"><div class=\"rslides-container\" data-speed=\"6000\"><div class=\"rslides-inner page-inner\"><ul class=\"slides\"><li><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/carmenskayaks.net\/wp-content\/themes\/Blockade_Pro\/images\/transparent.png\" style=\"background: url(https:\/\/carmenskayaks.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/IMG_3515-scaled-1.jpg) no-repeat center; background-size: cover;\" alt=\"Are you ready for an adventure? \" \/><div class=\"rslides-content slider-left  style4\"><div class=\"wrap-safari\"><div class=\"rslides-content-inner\"><div class=\"featured\"><div class=\"featured-title\"><span>Are you ready for an adventure? <\/span><\/div><div class=\"featured-excerpt\"><p><span>Schedule it today!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"featured-link\"><a href=\"\/?page_id=118\"><span>Book Now!<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Located in Bokeelia, FL at the north end of Pine Island, we are situated right on the Great Calusa Blueway Paddling Trail, which is home to abundant marine life, shore birds and crustaceans. 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