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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 26 Dec

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Starting at $73.00

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Thu 26 Dec

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)

Platinumkat7

Nov 2022

What a memorable experience! Our guide, Alessia, was so knowledgeable. As semi-novice kayakers, she gave us great tips to make the trip enjoyable. The clear kayaks were perfect for enjoying the creatures, shells and even birds swimming below us! Alessia shared so many amazing facts about the wildlife, the ecosystem and the shells. We really enjoyed her insights. Shell Key was a gorgeous and magical place. The entire experience was just perfect. While they were a bit pricier than some others, they were well worth it for the quality of the guide; the equipment and the overall care and attention they provide. Highly recommend this tour!

Response from Host

Nov 2022

Thank you for your glowing 5-star review!! We are thrilled to hear about your experience kayaking with Alessia, and that you had such a superb afternoon with us! Shell Key is a magical place, and we are glad we got to share with you! Thank you for your recommendation, we hope to see you sometime soon!

Kathryn T

Nov 2022

Alessia was a great. She was very patient and knowledgeable. She took time to explain the area, sea and wildlife and went the extra mile to make this trip fun and easy. Especially for a first timer!

Response from Host

Nov 2022

Thank you for joining us on a clear kayak adventure! We are thrilled to hear about your experience exploring Shell Key Preserve with Alessia, and that you learned so much along the way!! We hope you'll be back for your second time!

pipelake2099

Nov 2022

Jenna was fabulous!!! She dazzled us with her knowledge. Thanks again, Jenna for making this a very special trip and day for us.

Response from Host

Nov 2022

Thank you for your glowing 5-star review!! We are thrilled to hear you had such a special day kayaking around Shell Key with Jenna! We hope you'll join us for another clear kayak adventure!