Lexi “Paddle Girl”- Local Guide & Mangrove Enthusiast

Marathon is home to Lexi, better known around the Keys as “Paddle Girl“. Living aboard her boat full-time in Boot Key Harbor, she’s truly born of the brine and most at home when she’s on the water.
Raised by an Ecologist and lifelong nature lover, Lexi developed a deep appreciation for the delicate ecosystems that make the Florida Keys so special. Her passion for mangroves runs deep, and she loves sharing their hidden wonders with visitors from around the world.

As SpongeBob’s tour guide extraordinaire, Lexi combines knowledge, humor, and infectious enthusiasm to create unforgettable adventures on the water. Her free spirit was shaped by years of backpacking and hiking, experiences that fueled her curiosity and connection to the natural world.
Today, she finds herself following in her father’s footsteps, introducing others to the beauty, wildlife, and ecological importance of the mangrove forests she loves so much. Quirky, energetic, and endlessly passionate, Lexi thrives where the water meets the wild—and she can’t wait to share that world with you!
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EXCELLENT Based on 187 reviews Posted on Joshua MeadowsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Best tour I’ve ever been on I’ve been on more kayak tours then I can remember but sponge bob has a great tour and his substitute tour guide paddle girl (Lexi) is so bubble and she even jumped in the water just to get critter out so my son could touch it so Impressed with the duo I’m definitely going on the sunset sandbar tour next time …Posted on Hal willsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Really fun and educational trip. Great guides. Went into an area you would never go without a guide.Posted on Chris OlmsteadTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Love bobPosted on david vuongTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Luke is the man, next time I'm in marathon I'm getting a tour.Posted on Jackie SmithTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. SpongeBob Eco Tours are the best around! Was so much fun!Posted on Law Abiding Citizen (K2S0)Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thanks for giving Luke a brand used boat!!!
