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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

Thu 31 Oct

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Starting at $50.00

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Thu 31 Oct

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)

Winwhite

May 2021

This was an absolutely wonderful kayaking trip. My husband, 18-year-old daughter and I had a fabulous tIme. Scott is a fantastic guide so not only do you get a beautiful day out on the water but you learn a lot about the area and nature surrounding you. The kayaking is super fun and easy with lots of birds to see (the cormorants dive right under your kayak) , the mangrove tunnels are super cool and the island is like paradise. We will book again on our next trip to St. Pete. We highly recommend this for all ages - you will have an amazing and unforgettable experience.

Response from Host

May 2021

We had so much fun out kayaking with your family. It makes us happy to hear you all had a great time. Thank you so much for leaving us a wonderful review! We look forward to seeing you again next time. Safe travels. Scott &Karissa

FloridaDreamerinIowa

May 2021

Highly recommend Island Kayak Tours for a kayak trip to Shell Key! Scott and Karissa are the owners of the company, and also your tour guides. Scott is native to the area and is constantly sharing information about the area, along with plants and animals you will encounter. Scott leads the trip, and Karissa comes on the trip also to make sure we all stay together. Once we got to the Key, we had about 40 mins to explore, swim, and look for shells. Scott and Karissa also gave us shell bags to use for collecting shells. The Key itself is beautiful. As a bonus on the way back to our launch point, we saw two dolphins swimming right next to us. It was definitely one of our favorite things we did while we were in Florida. Also can't beat Island Kayak Tours price!

Response from Host

May 2021

We had a great time out kayaking with you all. The dolphins swimming around out in flats next to us. That was a really cool experience! Thank you so much for all the kind words and taking the time to leave us an awesome review! We really appreciate the word-of-mouth. It really helps our small business. We look forward to seeing you again next time. Safe travels. Scott &Karissa

Tntraveler6

May 2021

Beautiful scenery in a clear kayak! Spiccolli (Matt) led us through a mangrove identifying birds, fish, and crustaceans with complete confidence and a great sense of humor. We went ashore on Shell Island for a relaxing walk/dip then returned amid hopping mullet and diving Isley - fantastic guide and a great relaxed tour.

Response from Host

May 2021

Sorry this is not our company and I don't know who this review is for. I'm happy that you had a great time out kayaking though. Please re check the company name and leave the review with them. I'm sure they would appreciate it. Thanks, Scott