Siesta Key is an island just 8 miles off the shore of Sarasota, Florida. The beach claims to have the world's finest whitest sand, and many species of exotic flowers, tropical trees and flowering shrubs make it a beautiful vacation destination. Family activities include parasailing, bike riding and kayaking for a memorable vacation.
Families visiting Siesta Key Beach can enjoy an array of watersports. Sail boarding, fishing, parasailing and snorkeling are offered on the beautiful waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Several companies in Siesta Key offer watersport reservations like PaddlePack Adventures, Inc., Sarasota Paddles Group, Osprey Oars and the Sarasota Rowing Program. Rent a canoe, Jet Ski or arrange a parasailing adventure for the highlight of your vacation. For those who like relaxing water adventures, a personalized boat or sailing charter can be arranged.
Siesta Key Bike & Kayak is a family-owned business that offers rentals for locals and visitors. Rent a bike for a ride along the shores of the Gulf of Mexico or take a Kayak Eco-Tour. This tour takes guests into the shallow waters of South Lido's Exotic Mangrove Tunnels. The tour guide takes guests in search of manatees and bottlenose dolphins. Tour the waters of Little Lagoon that lead to the grass flats of Brushy Bayou and Big Grass Lagoon. The Kayak Eco-Tour helps guests become acquainted with all of the creatures in the waters of Siesta Key's ecosystem.
Bird watching is an enjoyable activity in Siesta Key. With a diverse species of birds, the beach offers spectacular views for sight and photography. Wild parrots perch on palm trees. Pelicans, osprey, egrets and storks sail along the shoreline. Siesta Key is also home to spoonbill birds through the entire year. Guests can also watch wading birds like the snowy egret or great heron. Cranes are popular birds in this area because of their loud call and red head. You won't be able to miss the cranes that stand up to five feet tall.
The Siesta Key Drum Circle is not a commercial event, but a local source of entertainment. Locals and vacationers gather every Sunday night one hour before sunset. The group sets up south of the main pavilion on Siesta Public Beach. The drummers make music and guests dance into the night.
