Small Group Kayak Tour of the Shell Key Preserve

Overview

Join Coastal Kayak Charters for a small group guided kayak tour of the Shell Key Preserve. We are St Pete's top rated kayak tour company and focus exclusively on small groups and private tours. Our trips offer more personalized service and better wildlife viewing opportunities while out on the water. We will explore hidden mangrove tunnels (tides permitting), shallow seagrass meadows, and stop on Shell Island for time to swim, look for shells, or just relax and enjoy the beach. Our tours are designed for beginners and experienced kayakers alike. We use stable user friendly kayaks that provide a great paddling experience. We primarily use double kayaks unless you have an odd number in your group. If you prefer single kayaks they are available through our website. Come explore with local professionals who love what they do and see the difference for yourself.

City: St Petersburg

Fri 01 Nov

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Starting at $49.00

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Fri 01 Nov

Starting at $49.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

All Equipment, Instruction & Dry Bags. Primarily Double Kayaks, singles available through website.

**Weight Limit** 250lbs per seat | 450lbs combined for double kayaks.

*Ages 3+ | 3-12 must be in a double kayak with an adult or older child.

*Please arrive to launch site 30min early, there are no public facilities available at site.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Easy social distancing outdoor activity.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (292)

lisabH7441LS

Jun 2020

I was with my teenagers and we had an amazing time!! We had never kayaked before. Our guide, Doug, took the time to give us some instruction before heading out and went over things again when we were out in the water. We saw lots of wildlife. Exploring and learning about the mangroves was amazing! I’ve never experienced anything like the mangroves. I highly recommend this trip and would do it again on another visit.

Response from Host

Jun 2020

Thank you Lisa for such a wonderful review! We are so happy to hear everyone had such a great time. We definitely hope to you guys again next time you are in town. We wish you safe travels and lots of great adventures!

joeu603

Jun 2020

First time kayaking and it was great! Doug was Soo so friendly and very knowledgeable about pretty much everything. The mangrove tunnels were awesome to go through, and it was a treat to stop and swim for a bit. Great experience. Definitely recommend!

Response from Host

Jun 2020

We love the Mangrove tunnels too! Thanks again for kayaking with us here in St Pete. It was our pleasure showing you around the Shell Key Preserve. We are so happy to hear you guys had such a great trip. We look forward to our next adventure with you. Thanks again.

WhitneyCox1998

May 2020

This was our second trip with Doug and Ross and they never disappoint. They are very knowledgeable about the area and all of the animal life throughout the area. They do not rush the tour and really take their time to ensure that you enjoy your time and get to experience the nature. We had a manatee come up within reaching distance of our kayaks. Ross took pictures for us and sent them to us later. This was an awesome way to capture the moment. Ross also found a baby starfish and panned them out to show us. There are birds that follow the kayaks the entire way and catch fish. It is cool to watch. Highly recommend this tour to all ages. There is enough breaks to make the trip relaxing and not strenuous. We will be back!

Response from Host

Jun 2020

Whitney it is always a pleasure having you kayaking with us! We are so happy the manatees decided to join us on this trip too. We really appreciate the great review and look forward to another adventure with you both soon. Thanks again, Ross & Doug.