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

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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)

NH603Traveler

Mar 2020

My young adult daughter and college son and I took this tour and all agreed it was our favorite activity of our week in Florida. Our guide Doug was fantastic. He made a point to speak to each member of our tour and made everyone feel a part of the experience. He also struck the perfect balance of telling us about the area and the animals and letting us also have quite to appreciate all we were seeing. The flock of cormorants that followed us were amusing and fun to interact with. We saw many birds, Including pelicans, ibis, herons and watched an osprey catch it's lunch. The mangrove tunnels were beautiful and we all found sand dollars on Shell key. To top it all off, we saw a pair of dolphins just as we exited the last tunnel. Thank you Doug for a great afternoon.

Response from Host

Mar 2020

Dolphins, cormorants, mangroves! Thank you so much for the great review. We really appreciate you taking time to share your experience. Our small group trips are meant to provide a more personalized experience and it sounds like Doug did just that. We hope to see you on your next visit. Thanks again!

johnwstg15

Mar 2020

We had a very good, fun and informational afternoon. Ryan was an excellent guide and a wealth of information about the environment and history of Shell Key and the Ft. DeSoto area. He and Ross made the process easy from start to finish. Safety was emphasized from beginning to end and each participant's skill level was considered for each segment of the trip.

Response from Host

Mar 2020

Thank you John for the great feedback! Our small group trips are meant to provide a more personalized experience which allows everyone to feel comfortable & confident, like kayaking amongst friends. We are happy to hear everyone loved the trip and we absolutely look forward to another outing with you guys in the future. Thanks again!

AVACREW

Mar 2020

It was our first time kayaking and Doug our tour guide made it easy, educational and fun. What a great way to experience Florida nature up close ... from kayaking through mangroves to exploring Shell Island you’ll see fish, crab and birds up close. Highly recommend ... can’t wait to go back.

Response from Host

Mar 2020

Mary, it was a pleasure having you and Joe out with us to explore the Shell Key Preserve. The small groups are a wonderful way to get a personalized experience while out on the water, especially for beginners and less experienced kayakers. We love to hear that your first time out was a hit. Thank you for the wonderful review and can't wait to see you both again!