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Get Up and Go Kayaking - Shell Key Preserve
5.0(5,095)5.0 out of 5 stars, 5095 reviews Tampa, FL
About Get Up and Go Kayaking - Shell Key Preserve
A guided eco-tour in transparent kayaks offering close-up encounters with marine wildlife like manatees and dolphins, exploration of mangrove tunnels, and shell collecting on pristine beaches.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families looking for an active, educational outdoor adventureWildlife enthusiasts wanting to see manatees and dolphins up closeShell collectors and nature photographersChildren and families (the kayaks are comfortable, easy to maneuver, and the educational wildlife aspect is highly engaging)
Why families love it
- Transparent kayaks that allow you to see the shallow ocean floor below
- Close-up encounters with diverse wildlife including manatees, dolphins, crabs, mollusks, and birds
- Highly educational and friendly guides who explain the ecosystem and identify species
- Shell collecting on the beach during the tour
- Scenic mangrove tunnel navigation
- Clear/transparent kayaks
Insider tips
- Book the early morning tour for a quiet and pristine experience
- Book the 6-8pm evening tour to catch a spectacular sunset from your kayak
- Listen closely to the guides as they are great at spotting and identifying hidden wildlife like crabs and snails
- Crowds
- Early morning tours are noted to be particularly quiet and pristine
- Value
- Specific pricing is not mentioned, but reviewers describe it as a 'definite must-do' with excellent guide engagement, indicating high perceived value.
- Accessibility
- Kayaks are noted to be very comfortable and easy to maneuver
- Safety
- Guides carefully explain instructions and safety details before setting off
What parents say
"Jenna was an amazing guide! Jenna was super knowledgeable about where we’re going and what we were seeing. Gave us lots of fun facts about the area and the wildlife we were seeing. Even got to see a couple of manatees on our trip. Will definitely book with her again if we ever come back down"
a week ago
"My girlfriend and I signed up for the 6-8pm tour this evening. We had a wonderful experience! Our guide, Ben, was extremely knowledgeable of all the wildlife, and was very personable. You could tell he was passionate about providing the guests an excellent experience. The area is beautiful, full of aquatic life. We collected several nice shells and witnessed a spectacular sunset from our kayak. The kayaks themselves are very easy to maneuver, comfortable, and transparent to reveal the shallow ocean floor below. We will definitely return the next time we’re in Florida and will recommend this to"
a month ago
"Alessia aka Less🙂 was our tour guide today & she did an amazing job!! She carefully explained everything to us & educated us on the island, mangroves & marine life. She pointed out a dolphin for us which was the highlight of the kayaking trip! She was very helpful & kind. I highly recommend booking a tour! Thank you Less!🐬"
2 weeks ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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