Bonus dolphin sighting. What an amazing paddle. We are 4 girls visiting from Ontario. Steve and Carissa were both informative...funny...and safety minded. Our trip started at 1130...a little cloudy but that was good . The cormorant birds followed us along our trip. Then came the jumping fish...kinda cool. Off to Shell key island... read moreWhat an amazing paddle. We are 4 girls visiting from Ontario. Steve and Carissa were both informative...funny...and safety minded. Our trip started at 1130...a little cloudy but that was good . The cormorant birds followed us along our trip. Then came the jumping fish...kinda cool. Off to Shell key island where we collected shells..sand dollars..and saw beautiful native flowers. To top it off the dolphin swimming around us !!!The tunnels were a picture of beauty. Steve watched the weather...and we returned just as some thunder began. What a great couple...what an amazing paddle....we had a blast !! read less

Great Kayak Nature Tour Really enjoyed the kayak tour. The cormorants, fish jumping, tropical birds and the dolphin that swam right by us. Shell Island was very beautiful and everything was so peaceful. Appreciate the nature break and getaway. Also, want to note the tour was the perfect amount of time too.

Great Paddle We spent the morning on an awesome kayak trip with Scott and Carissa! It was a peaceful, easy paddle through beautiful mangroves and open preserve before arriving on Shell Island. Crystal clear waters made for a refreshing swim before the paddle back. Scott and Carissa clearly love what they do... read moreWe spent the morning on an awesome kayak trip with Scott and Carissa! It was a peaceful, easy paddle through beautiful mangroves and open preserve before arriving on Shell Island. Crystal clear waters made for a refreshing swim before the paddle back. Scott and Carissa clearly love what they do and provide fun and interesting commentary during the tour. The best trip for the best price. Highly recommended! read less

GREAT time kayaking with Island Kayak Tours We had such a great time kayaking with Steve and Karissa. He is very knowledgeable about the surrounding wildlife, mangroves, keys, and islands. Even though we knew NOTHING about how to kayak, we weren’t left behind. . It was a trip we will remember forever and will recommend... read moreWe had such a great time kayaking with Steve and Karissa. He is very knowledgeable about the surrounding wildlife, mangroves, keys, and islands. Even though we knew NOTHING about how to kayak, we weren’t left behind. . It was a trip we will remember forever and will recommend to any of our friends visiting this area. Thank you for a GREAT time. read less

Fantastic way to be one with nature, away from the crowds with awesome local guides Scott and his partner are true locals who care about the environment and love sharing their knowledge with their guests. This is THE kayaking experience that you will remember for a lifetime. Scott knows every secret mangrove tunnel and lots of great stories about growing up in the area.... read moreScott and his partner are true locals who care about the environment and love sharing their knowledge with their guests. This is THE kayaking experience that you will remember for a lifetime. Scott knows every secret mangrove tunnel and lots of great stories about growing up in the area. My wife, teenage son and i had an amazing time kayaking, shelling on Shell Island Preserve and just taking in all that pristine nature. I especially enjoyed the Mangrove tunnels and the opportunity to boat in areas that prohibit motorized boating. Quiet and peaceful. Just amazing. Thank you Island Kayak Tours! More read less

Loved it- Scott was a great guide Had a great morning out on the kayaks, Scott was very knowledgeable & we enjoyed the stop at shell key, found lots of sand dollars.

Thanks, we loved it & the 3 man kayak was helpful with our youngest son, being able to go in with dad & bro! Xx

Great kayak tour at a fantastic price Great tour that won’t disappoint. Within minutes we were lucky enough to see a dolphin that come close to the kayaks. Scott was a knowledgeable and entertaining guide. We were accompanied for most of the trip by a bunch of cormorants fishing under the kayaks. The stop at the beach... read moreGreat tour that won’t disappoint. Within minutes we were lucky enough to see a dolphin that come close to the kayaks. Scott was a knowledgeable and entertaining guide. We were accompanied for most of the trip by a bunch of cormorants fishing under the kayaks. The stop at the beach was a welcome rest and a beautiful spot where we were lucky enough to see a manatee and stingray. Bargain price. Would strongly recommend. read less

Best Kayak Tour Scott and Karissa are the best tour guides. It was our first time kayaking and we decided to take the 50/50 tour which was not just kayaking but exploring the preserve and mangroves which were spectacular to see. We also stopped at shell key a small beach area for about... read moreScott and Karissa are the best tour guides. It was our first time kayaking and we decided to take the 50/50 tour which was not just kayaking but exploring the preserve and mangroves which were spectacular to see. We also stopped at shell key a small beach area for about an hour to swim around and look for shells. They explained what to do and what not to do. They were with us all the way. Scott was very informative about the birds and fish life in the preserve and for the price it was well the three hour trip. I would definitely recommend for every age and I will definitely be going back and bringing friends. Thank you Scott and Karissa. More read less

Fun family kayaking adventure Our family (children ages 8 and 3) had a fantastic time on the kayaking tour with Scott and Karissa. It was a peace yet exciting time for all. We enjoyed all the mangrove tunnels and sea life. I would definitely recommend for families as a fun, friendly outing at a... read moreOur family (children ages 8 and 3) had a fantastic time on the kayaking tour with Scott and Karissa. It was a peace yet exciting time for all. We enjoyed all the mangrove tunnels and sea life. I would definitely recommend for families as a fun, friendly outing at a very affordable price. read less

Turpening family vacation Recently my family and I spent the morning kayaking with Scott and his wife Chris on the 50/50 tour. I’ll tell you not only was the scenery spectacular these are two great, down to earth, family oriented people. Our boys had been wanting to do a kayak trip and while... read moreRecently my family and I spent the morning kayaking with Scott and his wife Chris on the 50/50 tour. I’ll tell you not only was the scenery spectacular these are two great, down to earth, family oriented people. Our boys had been wanting to do a kayak trip and while looking at different tours and reviews I noticed the phrase in theirs that they believe in keeping their tours affordable for everyone to enjoy. That really connected with me and after meeting them both in person I can say it is truly genuine! My wife and I and our two sons had a blast and I’m sure you will to. This is great fun for all ages. If your in the area give these wonderful folks a try. I promise you won’t regret it! More read less

Fun itinerary! I liked the itinerary better than most kayak tours...short paddles, multiple tunnels and swimming or exploring Shell Key. The tour hosts are congenial and knowledgeable, and the kayaks were easier on my back than other rentals...they were a bit deeper. More

Florida Must Do Tour If you are ever in the area south of Tampa and St. Petes or Treasure Island, you've got to book a kayak tour with this company that is run by a great tour guide and his wife. Scott and his wife are super knowledgeable about everything in the area... read moreIf you are ever in the area south of Tampa and St. Petes or Treasure Island, you've got to book a kayak tour with this company that is run by a great tour guide and his wife. Scott and his wife are super knowledgeable about everything in the area as well as how to do a perfect kayak adventure. This was my mine and my husbands first kayak adventure and it was the highlight of our trip to Indian shores area where we were actually staying. It was perfect from the start. Scott gave great instructions and we got on our way right away kayaking to 3 different cays (mini islands) which he knew a lot about. The water was not very deep so we were never scared. Their tours are timed perfectly so that you get to kayak through mangroves, which was really cool. They give you a perfect break at Shell Cay to have a little time to explore and swim too. I absolutely loved the 3 hour tour and would highly recommend it to anyone. It wasn't too tough to navigate and we are in our 50's and could do it easily. I would highly recommend tipping them as their fees are super low and they deserve more because of all the history and knowledge that they shared with us. So don't forget to tip them as it was a very worthwhile time spent and affordable. Have... If you are ever in the area south of Tampa and St. Petes or Treasure Island, you've got to book a kayak tour with this company that is run by a great tour guide and his wife. Scott and his wife are super knowledgeable about everything in the area as well as how to do a perfect kayak adventure. This was my mine and my husbands first kayak adventure and it was the highlight of our trip to Indian shores area where we were actually staying. It was perfect from the start. Scott gave great instructions and we got on our way right away kayaking to 3 different cays (mini islands) which he knew a lot about. The water was not very deep so we were never scared. Their tours are timed perfectly so that you get to kayak through mangroves, which was really cool. They give you a perfect break at Shell Cay to have a little time to explore and swim too. I absolutely loved the 3 hour tour and would highly recommend it to anyone. It wasn't too tough to navigate and we are in our 50's and could do it easily. I would highly recommend tipping them as their fees are super low and they deserve more because of all the history and knowledge that they shared with us. So don't forget to tip them as it was a very worthwhile time spent and affordable. Have fun! More read less

Priceless Adventure Our family of 4 enjoyed our kayak tour so much. We were first timers and Scott and his wife were so helpful and knowledgable. We got to see birds, dolphin, some saw manatee, we even saw a starfish. It was a great time!! We plan on returning and would only... read moreOur family of 4 enjoyed our kayak tour so much. We were first timers and Scott and his wife were so helpful and knowledgable. We got to see birds, dolphin, some saw manatee, we even saw a starfish. It was a great time!! We plan on returning and would only book through them. The local knowledge they shared was great as we paddled along. Thank you for ensuring our family a great time!! See you next year! Pack a drink, suncreen, goggles and your hat. This will be a memorable experience. read less

Awesome day Me and life went on the 50/50 tour and it was great!!! The owners are great and very knowledgeable about the area. We will definitely do this again. Highly recommend for both locals and visitors.

We loved it! Great for Families or Singles. Good for Any Skill Level. This was a great tour and Scott is an awesome guide. Comfortable kayaks. Half the price of renting your own. Kids picked up quickly on how to paddle in the tandem kayak. Shell Key is beautiful and the mangrove tunnels were really cool. Everyone enjoyed the Cormorants that followed... read moreThis was a great tour and Scott is an awesome guide. Comfortable kayaks. Half the price of renting your own. Kids picked up quickly on how to paddle in the tandem kayak. Shell Key is beautiful and the mangrove tunnels were really cool. Everyone enjoyed the Cormorants that followed us out and popped up from under the kayaks. We saw blue crabs, conch, oysters, mangrove crabs, and lots of dolphins. This will be on my to do list EVERY time we visit! We were very sad when the tour ended. Bring snacks, water, sunscreen and a big hat! read less