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    Guided Shelling & Snorkel Tour at Shell Key

    Paddle to Shell Key for guided shelling and shallow-water snorkeling

    5.0 stars• 1 reviews

    Duration

    Up to 3 hrs

    Includes

    Guide, mask, snorkel, tube

    Highlights

    Paddle to Shell Key for time to search the shoreline and snorkel in the shallows. Your guide helps you find promising spots and identify your discoveries.

    • Search the shoreline for natural treasures
    • Snorkel in shallow water around Shell Key
    • Paddle with a guide to island exploration areas
    • Learn to identify the shells and finds you collect
    • Relax in the water on an inflatable tube

    What's Included

    • Cleaned and sanitized mask and snorkel
    • Inflatable water tube

    Important details

    • Ages 5+ only
    • Requires intermediate paddling endurance for a roughly 4 to 4.5-mile route, often in extreme heat
    • Kayak weight limit: 375 lbs
    • Requires getting in and out of a kayak and paddling without assistance
    • Bring a valid military ID if using the military participant option
    • Note that no restrooms are available on site

    Cancellation Policy

    Free cancellation up to 24 hours before start. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.

    Product ID: KER47P

    FAQs

    Bring water. Sunscreen and shoes that can go in the water are strongly recommended.

    Bring a cooler no larger than 18" x 15" so it fits in your kayak.

    Free parking is available.

    Meeting details

    Ft. Desoto Bridge, 2962 Pinellas Bayway South, Tierra Verde, FL 33715

    Experience provided by Local Tide Tours

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    Participant

    $56.50

    Single Kayak per Participant • Ages 11+

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    Child

    $45.20

    Single Towable Kayak per Child • Ages 5-10

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    Military Participant

    $56.50

    Single Kayak per Participant • Must present valid ID at check in

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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

    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!!

    Photo of Denny Ahlborg

    Denny Ahlborg

    August 2, 2026

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