Tour Departures are based on the tide & very from 9:00am-3:30pm. We will explore through and around Mangrove Keys, Sea Grass Beds & Sand Bars. Birds, stingrays, horseshoe crabs, shells, manatees a dolphins are some of the wildlife we may encounter. Capt Yak will immerse you in this vital ecosystem and information on the abundant wildlife and plant life that 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. Midway through the tour you will stop at Shell Key and have time for a stroll, take a dip in the warm gulf waters, look for that special shell, have a snack or just relax and take it all in. On the return trip you will continue to be mesmerised with your interactions with your guide. With nearly 30 years experience in the field & working in zoos Greg Has acquired a vast amount of knowledge that crosses over to his passion of kayaking Shell th Preserve.