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    Family Sandbar Kayak Tour at John's Pass

    Paddle, snorkel, and float at John’s Pass sandbar

    5.0 stars• 1 reviews

    Duration

    3 hours

    Includes

    Kayak, gear, games

    Highlights

    Paddle out to John’s Pass sandbar for a relaxed water day with friends and family. Explore a mangrove tunnel, snorkel around the sandbar, and unwind on the water.

    • Explore a mangrove tunnel on the half-mile paddle to the sandbar
    • Snorkel around the sandbar and relax on fun floats
    • Play family-friendly sandbar games and listen to the Bluetooth speaker
    • Bring your own drinks and snacks
    • Enjoy photos from your experience at no additional cost

    What's Included

    • Kayak and paddle
    • Life jacket
    • Snorkels and masks
    • Inflatables
    • Bluetooth speaker
    • Family-friendly sandbar games
    • Experience photos

    Important details

    • Ages 5+ only; single kayaks are for participants ages 11+
    • Weight limit 375 lbs for Perception Pescador kayaks
    • Requires getting in and out of a kayak and paddling without assistance
    • Bring water; sunscreen and shoes that can get wet are strongly recommended

    Cancellation Policy

    Free cancellation up to 24 hours before start. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No refunds for no-shows.

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    FAQs

    All experience levels are welcome. The trip requires getting in and out of a kayak and paddling without assistance.

    Bring your own drinks and snacks; they are not included. Coolers must be no larger than 18" x 15" to fit in your kayak.

    Meeting details

    9600 Bay Pines Blvd, St. Petersburg, FL 33708

    Experience provided by Local Tide Tours

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    Participant

    $62.15

    Single Kayak per Participant • Ages 11+

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    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    We had an absolute blast on our Shell Key Shelling & Snorkel trip with Local Tide Tours! Taylor was fantastic! She was so cordial, informative, and compassionate from start to finish. They made the entire experience comfortable, engaging, and extra special and instantly made my already great vacation one I'll never forget. I couldn't recommend ENOUGH!!

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    Denny Ahlborg

    August 2, 2026

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    5/5

    We had an absolute blast on our Shell Key Shelling & Snorkel trip with Local Tide Tours! Taylor was fantastic! She was so cordial, informative, and compassionate from start to finish. They made the entire experience comfortable, engaging, and extra special and instantly made my already great vacation one I'll never forget. I couldn't recommend ENOUGH!!

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    Denny Ahlborg

    August 2, 2026

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