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Take Clear Kayak Adventure through Shell Key Preserve - right in the Tampa Bay Area! #1 Rated Come see why we are rated as the Best of the Best!
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We are the No. 1 Rated Thing to Do in the United States in 2021, according to TripAdvisor's Traveler's Choice Award.

04/11/2024

Exploring the vibrant wildlife of Shell Key Preserve! 🦀🪶

From the stunning native birds soaring above or swimming below to the fascinating mangrove crab scuttling nearby, every moment in this unique ecosystem is a reminder of Florida’s natural beauty. 🌿🏝️

Join us on an eco-adventure to discover these incredible habitats!🛶

01/11/2024

We’re open and ready for adventure at Shell Key Preserve! After the recent hurricanes, the beautiful preserve near St. Pete Beach is back, and our passionate ecotour guides are excited to return to work. By joining us, you’re not only exploring Florida’s resilience and natural beauty but also supporting a local small business and the dedicated staff who make these experiences possible.

Come for a serene clear kayak tour through mangrove tunnels, sandy beaches, and crystal-clear waters. From dolphins to seabirds, wildlife sightings are always a thrill, and we can’t wait to share them with you!

Book your spot today and help us continue to bring you these unforgettable adventures. 🌴🐬💧

18/10/2024

Our incredible team of guides and staff greatly miss sharing their knowledge and enthusiasm for the environment with our guests and paddling the beautiful Shell Key Preserve! ☀️

Unfortunately, our Shell Key Preserve location will remain closed until further notice while Pinellas County works on post-hurricane clean up in the preserve. 🏝️

Once the preserve reopens and the waterways are safe, we’ll be back out adventuring and educating! Until then, we will be wishing our community strength and a speedy recovery following Milton and Helene. 🫶

07/10/2024

Wishing safety and strength to our community and all of Florida as we prepare for Hurricane Milton. We’re looking forward to brighter days ahead.

02/10/2024

Wishing all of our neighbors around St. Petersburg, families and small businesses, who experienced major losses a speedy recovery from Hurricane Helene!

We will remain closed through Sunday, October 6th and hope to resume operations as soon as conditions in the preserve improve.

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29/09/2024

Today we are giving a special shoutout during these difficult times to one of our amazing team members, Chris! Chris has been with us from the very beginning, for over 4.5 years! In that time he has guided over 1,000 tours at Shell Key Preserve and has amassed at least 1,500 5-Star reviews from raving guests on his kayak tours!

Chris has a passion and a deep connection to Shell Key Preserve and loves sharing his wealth of knowledge with everyone on his tours! He loves watching smiles light up as guests encounter wildlife and as first time kayakers slowly get more comfortable on the water as the tour progresses!

Unfortunately, his entire home was devastated due to flooding from Hurricane Helene, as she wrecked through the Tampa Bay Area. Him, his partner, and two dogs are currently displaced from their home and have a long road ahead to recovery. A dear friend of his has started a fundraiser for Chris and his family to help aid in the tragic loss of their home and all of their belongings. If you feel called and are able to help, please do! We appreciate any and help during these difficult times!

https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-chris-and-jason-rebuild-their-lives

25/09/2024

Wishing everyone safety as hurricane Helen passes the Gulf Coast tomorrow afternoon!

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07/09/2024

Did you know today is International Manatee Day!? ☺️

Manatees inhabit Shell Key Preserve in the warm summer months, enjoying the protected waters and rich seagrass beds! When the water temperatures decrease in the fall they migrate south to warmer water temperatures or into Florida’s beautiful fresh water springs!

Unfortunately, manatees can be negatively impacted by human encounters when they are touched, chased, or fed fresh water. The leading cause of manatee mortality is from injuries cause by boat strikes. At Shell Key, we strive to promote passive observation, enjoying these magical creatures from a safe distance!

03/09/2024

☀️Family Fun Alert! ☀️ This September, kids 11 and under ride FREE at Shell Key Preserve! Book your clear kayak adventure today and save $118 for a family of four. Don’t miss out on this unbeatable offer – valid only for tours in September 2024. Tag your adventure buddy and start planning your trip!

**Disclaimers**
● Promotion is valid only for tours at Shell Key Preserve between 9/3/2024 and 9/30/2024.
● Offer applies to kids aged 11 and under only.
● Sunset & Glow tours are not eligible for this offer.
● One adult ticket purchase is required per child to redeem the free child ticket.
● Promotion cannot be combined with other offers or discounts.
● Limited availability – early booking is recommended.
● We require TWO adults per each child Children 3 & under

29/07/2024

We’re beyond thrilled to have been featured by Fox 13 News for our Glow Tours! With such a hot summer this year, Glow Tours are a great way to sneak in a date night or just relax after a full day at the beach. Plus, who doesn’t love watching the sun set over the water?? 🌅🏝️

Check out the full post here: https://www.facebook.com/share/s7W3CS5ahVoe9ACW/?mibextid=ox5AEW

01/07/2024

🌟 BIG NEWS! 🌟 We’ve done it again! FOUR YEARS IN A ROW! 🎉

Thanks to our amazing team, we’ve been honored in TripAdvisor’s Best of the Best Awards:
🏅 #9 Top Overall Experience in the US
🌍 #5 Top Nature and Outdoor Experience in the WORLD

Oh Shell Yea!!!

https://getupandgokayaking.com/locations/tampa-bay/shell-key-preserve-tour/

28/05/2024

What kind of wildlife have you seen at Shell Key?!

25/05/2024

Vote for us for USA TODAY ‘s Reader’s Choice Awards for the Best Kayak Tour!!! Please remember to vote for us daily!

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14/05/2024

Explore with us! 😍

If this looks like your ideal kayaking experience, it's time to plan a day to explore Shell Key Preserve! 🌊🐚🌴

This 1,800-acre sanctuary near St. Pete Beach is a haven for birdwatching, kayaking, and paddleboarding. With its pristine beaches and crystal-clear waters, it's the perfect spot for some laid-back fun and relaxation.

There are so many beautiful, serene kayaking spots in Florida like this one. Share your hidden gems with your neighbors below! 🛶

📍: Shell Key Preserve, Visit St. Pete-Clearwater

13/02/2024

‼️WE NEED YOUR HELP‼️ We’re excited to announce that Get Up & Go- Shell Key has a spot in the running for Best Water Adventure in the contest with Visit St. Pete/Clearwater!! We’re incredibly honored to be a part of this, and we’d love for you to vote for us in the category! You can vote for all your favorites at the on our page🥳🎉 Thank you to everyone who has gone out on tours with us and written such kind 5-star reviews- without you, we couldn’t have possibly gotten here! And a shoutout to our guides who strive to make every tour a fun experience, with memories that will last a lifetime 🚣🌊🌴

Here’s the link for voting: https://www.visitstpeteclearwater.com/vote-best-of-st-pete-clearwater

28/12/2023

🪿🐣Birds of Shell Key!🐣🪿

Shell Key Preserve hosts a diverse array of bird species, acting as a crucial habitat for resting and nesting shorebirds. Within the preserve lies a 110- acre Bird Preservation Area serving as an undisturbed sanctuary for our beautiful feathery friends!

1️⃣ Redish Egret
2️⃣ Roseate Spoonbill
3️⃣ Great Egret
4️⃣ Snowy Egret
5️⃣ White pelican
6️⃣ Cormorant

09/12/2023

Clear skies and beautiful sunsets!! Join us for a relaxing journey into the night! 😍🌅🚣‍♂️🐬

03/12/2023

Breathtaking awe: Sunsets over Shell Key 🌅

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Unpopular opinion: dolphin sightings at Shell Key Preserve are overrated… said NO ONE EVER!!🐬 Join us for a Clear Kayak Adventure at Shell Key Preserve and meet some of our resident bottlenose dolphins! While we can’t promise wildlife sightings, we can promise you’ll have a blast searching for incredible marine life along the way! 📍Shell Key Preserve Clear Kayak Tours #florida #shellkey #thingstodointampabay #thingstodostpete #visitflorida #clearkayaking #adventureflorida #getupandgokayaking #adventure #escapewithus #tropicalvacations #wildlife #dolphinwatching #animalencounter

🎶🏝️✨ Looking for fun family Fall activity!? You’ve finally found it!! ✨🏝️ 🎶 Join us for a clear kayak adventure to Shell Key Island where you can enjoy secluded white sand beaches and clear blue waters! The best part!? Kids 11 and under ride FREE with every adult ticket purchased through the end of September! #florida #shellkey #thingstodointampabay #thingstodostpete #visitflorida #clearkayaking #adventureflorida #getupandgokayaking #adventure #escapewithus #tropicalvacations #familyfun #kidfriendly

We’re back with another installment of #meetyourguidemonday ! Ben and Jenna discuss their favorite animal to see out in Shell Key: the Double Crested Cormorant 🐦 Have you seen one while out touring with us? 📍Guided clear kayak tours daily through Shell Key Preserve, FL. #thingstodostpete #getupandgokayaking #visitflorida #shellkey #thingstodointampabay #clearkayaking #guidedtour #funnyinterview #doublecrestedcormorant #birdsofinstagram #tinymic #tinymicmonday

That’s right! We said it- a PLANT eating SHARK! 🦈 🌱 Bonnethead sharks are the only known shark species to consume seagrass and utilize nutrients from the plants for their growth and energetic needs! At first scientists thought the seagrass in their stomachs was from “sloppy eating”- a by product of consuming crusteans and mollusks living in seagrass beds. But further investigations found that up to 50% of their diet is compromised of seagrass- a very high proportion for accidental consumption! This lead to more studies, eventually finding that the sharks are able to digest and metabolize the plant matter! 🦈🌱 Hop on a Clear Kayak Tour at 📍Shell Key Preserve and discover more incredible wildlife! #florida #shellkey #thingstodointampabay #thingstodostpete #visitflorida #clearkayaking #adventureflorida #getupandgokayaking #adventure #escapewithus #tropicalvacations #wildflorida #sharks #sharkweek

Having a pod of dolphins swim right up next to our tour was such an amazing bucket list moment 🤩🐬 How many dolphins did you count❓❓ 📍Shell Key Preserve Clear Kayak Tours Shell Key Preserve is a pristine barrier island off the coast of Pinellas County, Florida, known for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife 🌊🏝️ This means that we have all sorts of wild visitors on our tours 👋🏻 WILD FLORIDA is calling, and closer than you think! Clear kayak tours everyday through Shell Key Preserve 🐚🏝️ 🔔 @getupandgotampabay #explore #exploremore #guidedtour #ecoadventure #clearkayak #paddlelife #dolphinsofinstagram #wildlife #bottlenosedolphin #wildlifeencounters #tampabay #thingstodotampabay #visitstpeteclearwater #stpetebeach

When you ask your guides to film content with one another and it goes… about how you would expect 🤣 📍Shell Key Preserve, FL It’s no secret that our guides are experts in their field- all of them hold degrees in environmental fields! 🎓🌴 Did you know that they also work great as a team⁉️ Each guide brings their own style and personality to their tour, making each trip through Shell Ley fresh and unique ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 📌 Daily clear kayak tours through Shell Key Preserve 📸 @getupandgotampabay #meetyourguide #meetyourguidemonday #guidedtour #clearkayak #funnyinterview #gettoknowus #thingstodotampabay #thingstodostpete #visitstpeteclearwater #exploremore #ecoadventure #paddlelife

Has your partner surprised you with a picturesque date lately ⁉️ 📍Shell Key Preserve, FL Sunsets peeking through fluffy clouds, dolphins swimming through glassy waters, and your best friend along for the ride: what more could you want?? Shell Key has so much to offer 🧡🌅 Shell Key Preserve is a pristine barrier island off the coast of Pinellas County, Florida, known for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife 🌊🏝️ This means that we have all sorts of wild visitors on our tours 👋🏻 Clear kayak tours everyday through Shell Key Preserve 🐚🏝️ 🔔 @getupandgotampabay #datenightidea #datenight #clearkayak #couplestravel #uniquedateideas #visitstpetersburg #visitstpeteclearwater #thingstodotampabay #thingstodostpete #dolphins #dolphinsofinstagram #sunset #sunsetsofinstagram

🐬Every day at Shell Key Preserve is full of surprises! Hop on a Clear Kayak Adventure to experience the best of the Gulf Coast’s local wildlife!🐬#florida #shellkey #thingstodointampabay #thingstodostpete #visitflorida #clearkayaking #adventureflorida #getupandgokayaking #adventure #escapewithus #tropicalvacations #wildflorida #dolphins

Guiding tours >>>> cleaning kayaks afterOur guides are some of the best in the world! Come join us for an incredibly fun, educational adventure!!#ecotour #tourguidelife #behindthescenes #dayinthelife #kayaktour #clearkayak #getupandgokayaking

🌟 BIG NEWS! 🌟 We’ve done it again! FOUR YEARS IN A ROW! 🎉 Thanks to our amazing team, we’ve been honored in TripAdvisor’s #TravelersChoice Best of the Best Awards: 🏅 #9 Top Overall Experience in the US 🌍 #5 Top Nature and Outdoor Experience in the WORLD Oh Shell Yea!!!

Out here in Shell Key, the locals love to visit us on our tours! Wildlife like dolphins, manatees, cormorants, pelicans, and more can be spotted on our tours, but remember to view them responsibly! Your guide will make sure to explain safe viewing distances for any wildlife you come across, and will often have some fun facts about which species you’re seeing too! One of the largest benefits of guided tours is that, even though all of our wildlife sightings are at-chance, our guides have extensive experience sighting the wildlife out here. That means if they see something, chances are you’ll see it too! #exploremore #manatees #clearkayak #dolphins #birdsofinstagram #visitstpeteclearwater #thingstodotampabay #guidedtour #ecoadventure #paddlelife #wildlifeencounters

Planning a trip to Tampa!? You haven’t done it right if you haven’t booked your next Clear Kayak Adventure at Shell Key Preserve! #florida #shellkey #thingstodointampabay #thingstodostpete #visitflorida #clearkayaking #adventureflorida #getupandgokayaking #adventure #escapewithus #tropicalvacations #ecotour

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Get Up And Go Kayaking started as a small idea in the summer of 2016. With so many people looking to enjoy the beautiful waters of Florida, it was no doubt that guests would love experiencing them in a completely clear kayak.

Now with over 120,000,000 views on Facebook and social media, the company has surpassed expectations and continues to expand. In 2019, Get Up And Go Kayaking - Tampa Bay was launched by the Bryon Buzzi (the brother of Justin Buzzi who started it all), his wife Amber Buzzi, and her parents Mark and Penny Danielecki. Our location in Tampa Bay, paddling through Shell Key Preserve, is one of 7 different Get Up And Go Kayaking locations that showcase unique wildlife, marine life, and nature. There’s no shortage of memories to be made.

There’s nothing quite as exciting as being able to enjoy outdoor recreation with as little viewing impediment as possible. Our clear kayaks give guests a perspective not often available when it comes to water sports. With tours available in the beautiful clear waters of the Gulf of Mexico, it’s clear why this has become such a big hit!

We are passionate about sharing our love for nature with our guests! Shell Key Preserve is a fantastic place to see a wide variety of marine life, including Manatees, Dolphins, Roseate Spoonbills (they are pink!), blue crabs, and more!