Small-Group Clear Kayak Tour in Shell Key

Overview

We've created a fascinating kayak tour in St Pete, centered on our Crystal Clear kayaks, giving you a fascinating look at the sea life throughout Shell Key preserve, and Fort Desoto park. Our professional guides provide an interesting narration of the local wildlife and ecosystem. The tours can range from 2 persons to 16 people, and are approximately 2 to 2 -1/2 hours long. The tours will primarily operate in the protected waters and mangroves tunnels of the Shell Key Wildlife Preserve in Pinellas County. An 1,800 acre preserve, these waters are well traveled by Dolphins, Manatees, Rays, as well as a variety of shore birds, including pelicans, egrets, herons, cormorants, osprey, and sometimes roseate spoonbills.

Please note: This activity is NOT suitable for the Elderly or the Obese, or people with back surgeries/issues, or with a history of other physical ailments. You must be physically fit for participate in this activity.

City: St Petersburg

Tue 24 Dec

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Starting at $56.77

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Tue 24 Dec

Starting at $56.77

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What's Included

Kayak and lifejacket.

Free parking.

Additional Info

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
Minimum age is 6 years
For the tandem kayak option (2 per kayak) please note you only need to book 1 ticket (1 adult) as you are booking one kayak for two.
Not suitable for the obese.
Not suitable for the elderly.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (100)

Stephanie T

Jul 2021

Our tour guide was excellent, if I was rating Craig it would be 5 stars - but I am rating the tour and operator with 2 stars. #1 - this company does not monitor their emails - so once you pay, that's it - do not expect any responses. I ended up booking 8 spots instead of 4 b/c of the way their tour is setup online. When I arrived, I was told this was a known issue and that I needed to contact TripAdvisor for a refund.... no help would be provided from this tour operator. #2 - the tour looks nothing like the picture shown here on tripadvisor. The kayaks are a cloudly clear and there is no reason for them, the water is murky, you aren't going to see anything at the bottom of the ocean through these kayaks. There were a lot of dead fish and a horrible smell pretty much everywhere we went. This isn't the tour operators fault, it's due to the red tide problem in the area, but it just makes for a less than ideal experience. :-( I would not recommend this tour due to the above.

Response from Host

Jul 2021

Ohhh Stephanie... so you request a refund but first slam us with a bad review. And now I'm to approve a refund? Hmmmm. Maybe not so fast. Your problem is with TripAdvisor. You gave THEM your money, on THEIR website. You emailed THEM with no response and they did not answer your requests. You're not alone. We can't get support or response from TripAdvisor either. We've informed them many times that their website was overcharging people. They won't respond to US either. You should be giving TripAdvisor a 2star review. NOT Island Ferry.

bobcat96

Jul 2021

We really enjoyed our kayak tour. It’s such a beautiful area and the clear boats make the trip even more interesting. We also had an excellent guide!!!

Gino H

Jul 2021

The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. I highly recommend!!! It was one unforgettable experience. The owner Dave had great communication and his team kept up with the same great attitude.