Tampa Bay hosts some of Florida’s most diverse wildlife. From birds, to dolphins and manatees, to crabs and fish, there are many different organisms that call this estuary home.
The preserve encompasses an area larger than 1800 acres, including a 195 acre (2.5 mile long) barrier island, known as Shell Key.
While there is a wide variety of wildlife to be seen when outdoors and kayaking in Tampa Bay, among the favorites of tourists and locals alike are Bottlenose dolphins. These mammals are frequently seen swimming, jumping, and hunting while on tours and never fail to make visitors smile.
Shell Key Preserve is home to countless species of Florida’s birds, and is included in the list of Great Florida Birding trails.
If you’ve been on one of our tours, or are looking to in the near future, you will likely be familiar with the Florida Mangroves. During our tours, we go…
What makes a kayak experience great and unforgettable? For us having an outstanding kayaking adventure is all about the location!
When most people think about kayaking they usually imagine paddling along peaceful oceans and rivers. This is, however, only one side of kayaking. Kayaking at the highest levels is one…
Sarasota is home to a countless number of beautiful kayaking destinations. No matter what kind of kayaking experience you are looking for, Sarasota is guaranteed to have it. With…
Florida has a diverse and tropical ecosystem with interesting animal and plant life. With year-long warm temperatures wildlife in Florida is wild. Here are some animals you can expect to…
Manatees also known as sea cows graze on a diet of seagrasses and other aquatic plants. These 'cow-like- mammals can spend up to eight hours a day grassing on sea…
