Embark on an eco-adventure with Capt. Yak in the Shell Key Preserve. Explore mangrove tunnels, encounter wildlife, and relax on Shell Key. Perfect for family groups!
Embark on an eco-adventure with Capt. Yak in the Shell Key Preserve. Explore mangrove tunnels, encounter wildlife, and relax on Shell Key. Perfect for family groups!
- Tierra Verde - *IMPORTANT! - Tour Departures between 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. You will receive a notification shortly after booking with the exact departure time. The preserve is tide-dependent in the fall and winter, making it challenging to leave at the same time every day. Feel free to contact the operator for the exact departure time before…
- Tierra Verde - *IMPORTANT! - Tour Departures between 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. You will receive a notification shortly after booking with the exact departure time. The preserve is tide-dependent in the fall and winter, making it challenging to leave at the same time every day. Feel free to contact the operator for the exact departure time before booking if you prefer.
We will explore through and around Mangrove Keys, Sea Grass Beds, and Sand Bars. Birds, stingrays, horseshoe crabs, shells, manatees, and dolphins are some of the wildlife we may encounter. Capt. Yak will immerse you in this vital ecosystem and provide information on the abundant wildlife and plant life you will encounter on this 3-hour tour. Don’t worry about getting tired; your route will be based on the tide and wind to make the paddle as easy and enjoyable as possible. With nearly 30 years of experience in the field and working in zoos, Greg has acquired a vast amount of knowledge that complements his passion for kayaking mangrove preserves.

- Single or tandem kayaks with paddles and life vests included.
- Single or tandem kayaks with paddles and life vests included.
Capt. Yak is a veteran-owned business.
Embark on an incredible adventure through a unique mangrove preserve.
Capt. Yak (Greg) has been navigating Florida’s waterways for many years, and his extensive knowledge will captivate you. He will guide you through the preserve to discover fascinating creatures both above and below the water.
Enjoy effortless…
Capt. Yak is a veteran-owned business.
Embark on an incredible adventure through a unique mangrove preserve.
Capt. Yak (Greg) has been navigating Florida’s waterways for many years, and his extensive knowledge will captivate you. He will guide you through the preserve to discover fascinating creatures both above and below the water.
Enjoy effortless paddling on some of the newest, most comfortable, and best-performing Sit-On-Top Single or Tandem Kayaks.
Explore mangrove tunnels, seagrass beds, and sandbars while encountering diverse wildlife.
Departure time is 9:30 am.
This tour is particularly popular with family groups!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.