Paddle to John's Pass sandbar for games, music, and time with your crew
4 Hours
Kayak, paddle, life jacket
Explore John's Pass sandbar by kayak, then relax, dance, and play games on the water. Paddle a 1-mile route to the sandbar and back with an experience designed for all levels.
Cancel with at least 24 hours' notice for a full refund. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.
Maximum kayak weight: 375 lbs. Requires getting in and out of a kayak and paddling without assistance.
Bring your own beverages and snacks. Coolers must be no larger than 18" x 15" to fit in your kayak. Bring water.
9600 Bay Pines Blvd, St. Petersburg, FL 33708
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!!
Denny Ahlborg
August 2, 2026
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!!
Denny Ahlborg
August 2, 2026
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