Mangrove Tunnels Kayak Tour To Shell Key - St. Pete, FL
Overview
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2 hours 45 minutes
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Paddle hidden mangrove tunnels, spot wildlife, and unwind on the pristine beach of Shell Key. A 2.5-3 hour tour, including about 30 minutes of beach time. This tour is perfect for nature lovers and those who want to get a little bit of everything out of their kayak tour. All experience levels welcome.
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
dry bag
life jacket
kayaking equipment
Bottled water
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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Mangrove Tunnels Kayak Tour To Shell Key - St. Pete, FL
Reviews
18 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Awesome experience
W6090IWsimoneb,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great trip! Very accommodating and informative. Not too hard and super rewarding seeing the beautiful nature! Beautiful area, must do when in st Pete!! Will definitely come back for this!
Amazing shell key guide
Trip08023537169,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a great time out at Shell Key with Local Tide today. Taylor knows so much about the area and pointed out and told us about all the different types of birds and wildlife we saw. It was a gorgeous day and we got to do several mangrove tunnels and then went out to Shell Key and search for shells. . It was a great day. I highly recommend going out with Local Tide.
Magical experience!
Dream39529894457,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Taylor was wonderful, knowledgeable and very pleasant. Communication was excellent. Kayaks, dry bags and life wests very clean and in good shape. The Mangrove tour was beautiful and fun. We saw many birds and tried to find dolphins and manatees. It was extremely windy, so we could not go to Shell Island, but Taylor found us a good alternative route.
Clam Bayou
haleer2022,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Taylor was a wonderful guide! Now that I’ve had a personal guided tour I likely wouldn’t go kayaking in a big group again. She tailored it to what we wanted to see and experience. We went through Clam Bayou mangroves and on into the bay. She was really knowledgeable about the ecosystem and made the trip everything is hoped it would be. Great pics too!
Always an amazing experience with Taylor
JodyandKevin,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We always learn something new from Taylor. Thanks! 🤙 We loved the interaction with the cormorants. The shelling and mangroves is always amazing.
Best pet of our trip!
449denysj,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Taylor was amazing!! I would highly recommend booking with Local Tides! It was the highlight of our trip! Several photos were even included!
Outstanding tour with Taylor Swan
Fearless29920729551,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I took a kayak tour with Taylor Swan and had an amazing time. Taylor’s knowledge of the mangrove ecosystem and the Seashell Island preserve made the trip both relaxing and educational. Clear instructions, great pacing, and thoughtful stops to point out wildlife and shells. I’d book with Taylor again in a heartbeat!
Taylor was incredible! So...
Kristie G,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Taylor was incredible! So nice and informative. She always tries to give private tours so she can specialize the trip to each groups needs/wants. I highly recommend this trip.
Kayaking Fun with Taylor
N1372IPbenl,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Taylor was so much fun. She was very knowledgeable, comfortable and easy to be around. She even took pictures of us while kayaking which was so sweet. Would definitely go again.
Best kayaking tour ever!!!
Daydream13784848311,
Oct 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Taylor was the best tour guide. The mangroves were spectacular. The shelling was located on a beautiful little island she brought us too. Will definitely be re-booking on my next visit!!
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