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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

Wed 25 Dec

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Starting at $73.00

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Wed 25 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)

fillerusername

Dec 2021

The scenery was amazing (the clear kayaks allow one to see so much more), we didn’t die, and Raven was an amazing guide :D

Response from Host

Jan 2022

Thanks for your 5-star review!! We agree, the clear kayaks really are awesome. We appreciate your thoughtful words about Raven and hope to see you again on another tour!

JohnB6292

Dec 2021

It was a perfect day for a paddle to Shell Key. The sun was shining, the water was calm and warm enough to swim in. Our guide, Grace was friendly, helpful and very knowledgeable about the flora and fauna of the area. It could not have been a better day!

Response from Host

Jan 2022

Thank you for joining us on a clear kayak adventure!! We are so happy to know that Grace made your kayak trip so wonderful and that you were able to learn more about the preserve. We hope you'll join us again in the future!

USPyo

Dec 2021

Alessia’s kindness and explanation in detail were really great for our family and made us a wonderful experience about the kayak. Actually kayak was the first time for us. The time to pick shells up was also tremendous great. Really appreciate for having a chance with you. Be happy and keep healthy. Happy new year^^*

Response from Host

Jan 2022

Thank you so much for your kind words for our guide. We are so thrilled to know you had such a wonderful first kayaking experience with us! We hope you'll join us on another adventure soon!!