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    Private Clear Kayak Tour of Shell Key Preserve

    Private clear kayak tour with mangrove tunnels, beaches, or birding

    5.0 stars• 6.6K reviews
    From$339incl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    Up to 3 hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 8 people

    Includes

    Clear kayak, Eco-tour guide

    Highlights

    Paddle Shell Key Preserve on a private, customizable clear kayak tour with an eco-tour guide. Choose your focus—from mangrove tunnels to beach and shelling time—while watching for local wildlife along the way.

    • Choose a private tour style like mangrove exploration, beach and shelling, birding, or glow paddling
    • Paddle in a clear kayak for views into the water below
    • Explore mangroves, sandbars, and white sand beaches around Shell Key Preserve
    • Learn about local ecosystems and wildlife from an eco-tour guide
    • Watch for dolphins, manatees, pelicans, and other marine life as conditions allow

    Things to know

    There is a $1.00 toll on the way to the launch site (billed via toll-by-plate or SunPass). Weight limit is 250 pounds per person and 425 pounds combined per kayak. Children under 30 pounds must have a Coast Guard-approved lifejacket.

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund or reschedule if the operator cancels due to inclement weather. Cancel more than 72 hours before for a full refund. Cancel within 72 hours: no refund. No-shows or late arrivals are charged full price.

    FAQs

    Yes. You must weigh 250 pounds or less per person, and the combined weight in a kayak must be 425 pounds or less.

    No. Alcohol and pets are prohibited throughout Shell Key Preserve and on tour.

    You must provide a Coast Guard-approved lifejacket for children under 30 pounds.

    Meeting details

    1 Collany Road Tierra Verde, FL US 33715

    Experience provided by Get Up and Go Kayaking - Tampa Bay
    Experience provided by Get Up and Go Kayaking - Tampa Bay

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    Private Tour for 1-2 People

    $339.48

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    Private Tour for 3-4 People

    $484.96

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    Private Tour for 5-6 People

    $630.45

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    Private Tour for 7-8 People

    $775.94

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    Review summary

    5.0
    Excellent
    6.6K reviews•Google Maps

    This kayaking operation has clearly assembled a fantastic team of guides who genuinely love what they do. Reviewers consistently rave about guides like Jenna, Jesse, Raven, Less, and Ben, praising their infectious enthusiasm and deep knowledge of local wildlife and ecosystems. These aren't just paddling instructors taking you from point A to point B – they're passionate naturalists who spot dolphins, manatees, stingrays, and various bird species while sharing fascinating insights about the preserve's environment. The wildlife encounters seem to be the real highlight here, with nearly every review mentioning multiple sightings during their tours. Guides go the extra mile by taking photos to share with guests and remembering everyone's names within minutes, creating a personal touch that transforms a simple kayak trip into something more memorable. The sunset tours get special mentions for combining beautiful scenery with excellent wildlife viewing. With an incredibly consistent track record across thousands of reviews, this appears to be one of those rare operations that delivers exactly what it promises every single time.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    We did the clear kayak adventure this morning with Ava and she was a delight and extremely knowledgeable along the way! Shell Key Preserve was beautiful, we were able to get out and gather shells and walk around the beach. Touring the mangrove was a cool experience as well. Overall, this was a fun excursion with a super awesome guide!

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    Ashlee Balmes

    April 3, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    We did the clear kayak adventure this morning with Ava and she was a delight and extremely knowledgeable along the way! Shell Key Preserve was beautiful, we were able to get out and gather shells and walk around the beach. Touring the mangrove was a cool experience as well. Overall, this was a fun excursion with a super awesome guide!

    Photo of Ashlee Balmes

    Ashlee Balmes

    April 3, 2026

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