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Kayak Adventure of Shell Key Preserve & Island with a Local

Kayak Adventure of Shell Key Preserve & Island with a Local

Overview

Hi, I'm Scott. Karissa and I are the owners and only guides at Island Kayak Tours. We will guide you through the mangrove tunnels (tide permitting) and time your adventure just right to give you the best chance at seeing dolphins & manatees. There is also free time for you to explore Shell Key Island, whether that means shelling, swimming, snorkeling, or simply enjoying the view. Our tours take place in a shallow saltwater preserve. There are no alligators, and most of the water is knee to waist-deep; perfect for both beginners and experts. All the experience I have from growing up here in St. Petersburg has given me the opportunity to put together a kayak tour like no other. Kayaking has always been one of my favorite things to do around the area. This has allowed me the opportunity to find all the best kayaking spots and to accumulate the local knowledge to give you a true Florida experience. I started this kayaking company to share the natural beauty of my home with you.

City: St Petersburg

Fri 01 Nov

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Starting at $50.00

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Fri 01 Nov

Starting at $50.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

kayak, paddle, lifejacket (PFD), whistle or signalling device

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
This an outdoor experience with plenty of space for all guests and guides to remain at least 6 feet away from each other at all times.

What To Expect

Tierra Verde

Tours take place in Shell Key Preserve. As a native Floridian, I will guide you through the backcountry of the preserve. Through shallow grassy meadows we go, watching fish jump and birds hunt; all the while, ducking through the mangrove tunnels (tide permitting) and allowing time for pictures and explanations of the surrounding habitat. Most of the area we paddle in is typically only frequented by locals and is off-limits to motorized vessels.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (100)

sailtl

May 2021

Great Time full of LOTS of nature information!! Well organized and a pace for all levels of paddlers. Loved going through the tunnels in the mangroves and learning the history of these local mangroves and surrounding area. Highly recommend!!!!

Response from Host

May 2021

Thank you so much for coming out kayaking with this. We enjoyed having you out and exploring Shell Key Preserve together. Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us a great review. We look forward to seeing you again next time. Safe travels. Scott &Karissa

Emily K

May 2021

AMAZING! Worth every penny, which the cost is not bad in my opinion at all. My husband and I came down to treasure island for our 5th anniversary trip and this is the only agenda I had! It did not disappoint, even my husband said it was amazing (over his two baseball games he went to) Scott and Chris, husband and wife crew were great. When we went to the secluded beach, Only accessed by water there was great sand dollars were found. The mangroves were cool to go into. Would recommend to anyone heading out to treasure island- about 15 minute drive if you are closer to St. Pete’s beach area. Thanks from the Texas crew!

Response from Host

May 2021

Emily, we're so happy to hear we could make that 5th anniversary a great one. Once again congratulations on that anniversary. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us an awesome review! We look forward to seeing you both again next time. Safe travels. Scott &Karissa

Marrietta_Bon

May 2021

Great tour by a great couple who went out of their way to please everyone. Although, as tourists, we came knowing nobody, very soon we got to know a lot of wonderful people, most of them tourists like us. The tour operators, made every feel welcome and this set the right chemistry for the hours that followed.

Response from Host

May 2021

Marietta, we are so glad we could make a comfortable atmosphere to kayak in. Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us a great review! We look forward to seeing you again next time. Safe travels. Scott &Karissa