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Clear Kayak Tour of Shell Key Preserve and Tampa Bay Area

Clear Kayak Tour of Shell Key Preserve and Tampa Bay Area

Overview

Adventure through Shell Key Preserve in your 100% clear kayak! See crystal-clear water, diverse marine life, and the underwater world below your clear kayak.

You’ll paddle along mangroves, enjoy white sand beaches and sandbars, and explore a secluded beach. If the tide is high, your guide will lead the way through a hidden mangrove tunnel. Shell Key Preserve is located in Tierra Verde, FL near St. Pete Beach in the Tampa Bay area.

Keep your eyes peeled for dolphins, manatees, pelicans, crabs, and more while enjoying the preserve’s picturesque mangroves, beaches, and sandbars. Be on the lookout for a manatee or the beautiful pink Roseate Spoonbills in the summer months. White Pelicans call the sandbars of Shell Key Preserve their home during the winter months! Throughout the year, dolphins frolic in the crystal-clear waters and cormorants love to swim alongside your kayak. Chances are that you’ll see a variety of wildlife, but sightings are random and not guaranteed.

City: St Petersburg

Thu 31 Oct

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Starting at $73.00

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Thu 31 Oct

Starting at $73.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Equipment including tandem kayaks, paddles, seats, and dry bags

Safety equipment including lifejackets and whistles

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
For your safety, we have a weight limit of 250 lbs per guest, and a combined limit of 425 lbs for two people in a tandem kayak
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (1000)

Rieubp

Nov 2022

Jenna was our guide and she was really knowledgeable about the ecosystems as well as all the birds and fish. The mangroves were beautiful. We ended up having dolphins swimming along side of us, less than 5 feet away. Jenna saw the storm coming in and got us back to the docks right before the sky let loose. The rainbow as we were coming in was the cap of a really great excursion.

Response from Host

Nov 2022

Thank you for joining us on a clear kayak adventure!! It sounds like you had an amazing experience kayaking alongside dolphins in the preserve!! We are happy to hear Jenna got you back to shore safely! We look forward to paddling with you again sometime soon!

599vickil

Nov 2022

Chris was amazing with our VERY inquisitive children. He made sure (to the best nature allowed) that everyone got to see the wild life they hoped to see. He even spoke directly to the local dolphins to bring the closer to our kayaks. He took all the time he could to explain which animals we were seeing & explain the habitat, behaviors & attributes of each. He thoroughly described the importance of the mangroves to the animals, people & general environment of the coastal region. It was a trip of a lifetime. We will definitely go again.

Response from Host

Nov 2022

Thank you for your detailed review! We're delighted to hear that Chris was able to show your group so much of what makes Shell Key unique and that he was able to share his knowledge while keeping things fun. We can't wait to see you back for another adventure in the future!

E805ZZrickl

Nov 2022

Alessia gave a terrific tour. Very enjoyable and interesting. She was lots of fun and I learned a lot from her. Highly recommend this tour with her.

Response from Host

Nov 2022

Thank you for such a kind review and glowing recommendation! We're just thrilled to hear that Alessia gave a terrific tour while keeping things fun and educational. We hope to see you back sometime for another clear kayak tour!