Shell Key Mangroves & Snorkel Kayak Tour Adventure - St. Pete
Overview
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4 hours
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Paddle hidden mangrove tunnels, spot wildlife, and unwind on the pristine beach of Shell Key. A 4 hour tour, including about 1 hour of beach time. Mask, snorkel and floatie provided for each guest. This tour is perfect for nature lovers and those who want to get a little bit of everything out of their kayak tour.
*Your guide will take photos of you and your group throughout the tour. Photos from your experience are emailed to each group for no additional cost!
**Due to Florida Department of Transportation regulations, this tour is rather lengthy (appx. 4-4.5 miles) and requires a more *intermediate* experience level, not due to difficulty but due to endurance needed to paddle that long and often in extreme heat.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for travelers with shoulder or elbow problems.
What To Expect
Guests will to take a break from paddling to swim in the shallows at Shell Key, search the shoreline for shells, or just relax and take in the beautiful scenery of one of Florida's most beautiful, protected barrier islands.
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Shell Key Mangroves & Snorkel Kayak Tour Adventure - St. Pete
What‘s Included
dry bag
life jacket
kayaking equipment
Photos Of Your Experience
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
78 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful kayak tour experience!
P6276SLtaylorh,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I had a wonderful experience on our kayak tour. From the moment we arrived, the guide was friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable. She made us feel comfortable and safe while also sharing interesting information about the area, wildlife, and local history. The scenery was beautiful, and the pace of the tour was perfect—relaxed enough to enjoy the surroundings while still feeling like an adventure! We especially appreciated how attentive the guide was to making sure we were comfortable, and she seemed genuinely excited to be there! She even jumped out of her kayak to show us something cool she saw in the water, and helped us look for shark teeth! This tour was the highlights of our trip, and we left with great memories and a deeper appreciation for the area. We highly recommend this company to anyone looking for a fun, enjoyable, and well-organized kayaking experience. Thank you for such a fantastic day!
Great activity
59baileeg,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Taylor did a great job! My husband and I were looking for a fun activity to do and had a good time! She loves what she does, and goes the extra mile to make sure the experience is a great.
We really enjoyed our tour!
PolarJax311,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did a a kayak tour through the mangroves and to the sand bar and had a great time! Peaceful kayaking, fun snorkeling and finding wildlife at the sand bar, and our tour guide was super friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommend!
Awesome Kayaking Adventure
Escape41599308764,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were lucky enough to have a private kayak tour with Taylor. She went above and beyond to ensure that we had a great experience on the water and going through the Mangroves. She took us to areas that provided a great experience viewing wildlife and she was very respectful of the environment . I highly recommend booking a kayak adventure with Taylor she was AWESOME!
Amazing
943alyl,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00All of the reviews here say how amazing Taylor is…and they’re right! My trip was amazing and she had so much knowledge about the nature and wildlife there! Beautiful mangroves and sights. Smooth route that made it relaxing. 10/10 would recommend!
Awesome 3 hrs on the water learning about the wildlife and mangroves along
Alice C,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Taylor was our terrific guide through the mangroves and waters, answering questions and sharing all her knowledge about the mangrove forests and wildlife. Saw manatee nostrils, dolphins, friendly birds, and flying mullet fish. As it was high tide, shells on Shell Key were covered by the water but we still came away with some treasures. The water on the gulf side of Shell Key was so clear and beautiful that we spent most of the time wading in the water. Thanks Taylor for a wonderful experience and accommodating our last minute request to an hour earlier!
Well planned guided tour!!!
darshanf1,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Overall very good experience and worth the cost. Duration of the experience was just about right with a nice break on Shell Key Island for shell finding. Our guide, Taylor, was fantastic - well paced trip for all age groups. It was hot, so if you going in Summer, take plenty of water with electrolytes with you.
Great tour and great guide!
robinbA1802ZC,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We picked a great morning for the tour and Taylor was an awesome guide. We picked the 9-12 and the weather was perfect. She was very knowledgeable on the history of the mangrove tunnels and local wildlife. It was a fun activity for the family! Thanks Taylor!!
Kayak to shell Key
loelw,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00our guide was super patient, explained everything we needed at the beginning and was excellent along the way. She explained most everything we encountered. She educated us all on the birds and wildlife. We even saw a pair of Manatee. Absolutely recommend this tour.
Wonderful experience!
mikerK592II,May 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great trip! Taylor was an awesome guide!
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