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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

Sat 02 Nov

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Starting at $73.00

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Sat 02 Nov

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)

jessica r

Jan 2022

Very enjoyable kayaking experience. Our group of four have never been, our guide (Alessia) was very good at explaining what we were doing and techniques to keep from overworking muscles. Alessia also picked up different shells of snails and a horseshoe crab molt to show us and give us info on the species. We also learned quite a bit about the various birds. The beach you visit is also very pretty. Was a gorgeous day and very enjoyable. Would do again for sure.

Response from Host

Jan 2022

Thank you for your great review!! We’re thrilled you were able to learn so much from your tour with Alessia and see lots of wildlife. We can’t wait to have you back!

bcnowbr

Jan 2022

We took this trip recently & had the best time! Our tour guide Chris was so friendly & knowledgeable - highly recommend!

Response from Host

Jan 2022

We are so glad you had such a wonderful time!! We’re thrilled to know that Chris helped make your experience so great. We appreciate your recommendation!

638brandonb

Jan 2022

This was a great activity to do. I generally didn’t know what to expect as my wife booked the activity for us to do before heading north for a family wedding. Grace was our guide and did a great job at it. She was interesting to talk to. She was extremely knowledgeable with the habitat and landscape of the area. Would definitely recommend. I would definitely ask for Grace if you go to see what tours she gives.

Response from Host

Jan 2022

We're so happy you and your wife were able to join us on a clear kayak adventure!! We'r thrilled you had a wonderful time and are so grateful for your kind words for our guide, Grace.