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)

A487DApatrickc

May 2020

great day out on water with Ross . He was very easy going and highly recommended. The mangroves were so cool .

Response from Host

Jun 2020

Thanks Patrick, so happy you were able to do some kayaking with us! It was great having you and Kat out. We hope to see you both again soon. Until then, happy paddling!!!!

U9707LSjamiek

May 2020

My mom and I live in the St. Petersburg area and this kayaking tour was both fun and exciting! Our guides Doug and Ross were incredible and taught us so much about the wildlife in our own backyard. Their great personalities and knowledge made this tour unforgettable. This was a wonderful tour for both first timers and experienced rowers. You feel very comfortable on the water and see some of the most beautiful sights while you’re out there. I couldn’t recommend this adventure enough!

Response from Host

Jun 2020

Thank you so much Jamie for joining us for a kayak tour. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It was wonderful to meet you both and we hope to see you again soon. Thanks again, Ross & Doug.

916brigitag

May 2020

After having limited access to outdoor activities due to the Covid-19 pandemic, it was awesome to get out on the water to take in the fresh air, sunshine and incredible nature that Shell Key Preserve offers. To follow current social distancing recommendations, our group of 11 was divided into two smaller groups and we staggered our departure times. Being that we had some first time kayakers, guides Doug and Ross adjusted our pace so that everyone felt safe and comfortable. Over the 35 years I've lived in Florida, I have kayaked or canoed on various waterways. What made this trip unique was what Shell Key Preserve offers visitors, as well as our knowledgeable and professional guides. During the 3 hour outdoor adventure, our guides led us through protected channels, magical mangrove tunnels, and out to Shell Key where we had the opportunity to walk, collect shells, and swim. Cormorants swam alongside and under our boats, attracted by the fish our paddling stirred up. Not only are Doug and Ross experts on local nature, they also entertained and educated paddlers with romantic legends about the Don Cesar "pink palace" and treasures buried by locals inside and around the mangrove tunnels. I was so enthralled by Doug's stories, that they inspired me to conduct an online search after our kayaking trip so that I could share his story origins with others. I highly recommend Coastal Kayak tours to both locals and visitors, beginner to experienced paddlers alike.

Response from Host

May 2020

Brigita, it was absolutely our pleasure having your group out. We had a wonderful day to kayak in the Shell Key Preserve and we are so happy everyone enjoyed it as much as they did. We certainly hope to have you all out again for another adventure. Thank you again for the great review. Ross & Doug.