Save up to 20% off when booking on Trip Advisor! Experience nature up close by being on the water in the heart of downtown Sarasota. Ride & Paddle kayak tours launch from the Mangrove Bayou at The Bay, Sarasota's new and premier park. Learn how the Bay Park Conservancy restored a mangrove bayou, enjoy the flourishing ecosystem, and explore the Sarasota Bay. Our guides provide kayaking instruction and share their knowledge of nature, local history, and the plan for The Bay Park.