Unique things to do in Pinellas County

Thank you to our lovely customers for making us the most popular kayak tour in Tampa Bay! WE NOW OFFER CLEAR KAYAKS-additional $20/PERSON! Our kayaking eco tour explores both the wonderful waters & beautiful beaches of Shell Key Preserve. This is an entirely outdoors experience! We do have to adjust daily tour times to work with the tides+weather so PLEASE LET US KNOW if you are only available for the 1 time slot you select. We'll meet everyone at the launch, do intros, give waterproof bags,& get prepped for kayaking. No experience needed; we'll give everyone a paddling overview! We use primarily double kayaks for ease+comfort. (Your booking time is the planned arrival time. Average water depth 2ft) After that we'll get launched into Shell Key Preserve, a beautiful shallow environment with tons of wildlife & a very interesting ecosystem which we'll discuss+the history of the Preserve! From the shallow seagrass flats to the large mangrove islands to the pristine beaches of Shell Key itself we'll try to cover it all! Including traveling through some mangrove tunnels (tides permitting, mainly Mar-Oct) We'll also look for+talk about some of our incredible wildlife in the Preserve including dolphins, manatees, & other fish/birds! We'll also happily give some places to eat & things to do while you're here! If you enjoy your tour please consider tipping your guide thank you!

Take a clear kayaking adventure through Shell Key Preserve, a tropical paradise with unique marine habitats. Your knowledgeable ecotour guide will welcome you and provide brief paddling and safety instructions. Then, you’ll be loaded into your tandem clear kayak and off on a 2-hour adventure! Your tour guide leads the way around the mangrove islands, through the shallows, and to the beach. If the tide is high, your guide will show you a hidden mangrove tunnel. You’ll also take a break at Shell Key Beach, where you can collect shells, take in the views, and be surrounded by nature. Your guide will be happy to take plenty of photos, provide awesome unique facts, and make sure you have fun along the way! While in the preserve, be on the lookout for a Manatee or the beautiful pink Roseate Spoonbills in the summer months. White Pelicans call the sandbars of Shell Key Preserve their home during the winter months! Dolphins frolic in crystal-clear waters throughout the year, and cormorants love to swim alongside your kayak. Don’t forget to look through your clear kayak for a unique view of the ecosystems that are underwater! Chances are that you’ll see a variety of wildlife, but sightings are random and not guaranteed.

Come experience the wonderful world of the honeybee where we encourage you to take pictures. We begin our 1 1/2 hour experience near Tampa, Florida. I have several different locations to choose from ranging from Farm to urban areas. The address showing will not necessarily be the place that you will have your experience. I can be flexible as to location. We will begin with a demonstration of the equipment utilized in beekeeping as well as dressing up in our full bee suits and then immediately start the hands-on experience. At this point you will be able to see, feel, hear and touch apis mellifera (the European honey bee!) as I guide you to a better understanding of these amazing creatures. During our time together you will manipulate equipment, ask questions and get a practical appreciation of the bees. After, you will enjoy a refreshment while we discuss your recent experiences. Upon completion, we provide a 5 oz honey jar and honey dipper to say thank you and as a memento of being a beekeper for a day! Things to note: PLEASE BRING BOOTS or Tennis shoes. There is always a chance of getting stung, So if you are allergic to bees please come with your epi-pen or choose a different experience. We want you to come away from this feeling alive and in tune with the natural world. You will be wearing a full bee suit.

Join us for a 75 min yoga class directly ON the BEACH!! **AirBnB will only show a 60 minute class time slot** Under a crystal blue sky, the sounds of tranquil waves with perfectly moldable sand will ground you while providing a total immersion of the elements beyond any indoor studio. Not only will you be breathing clean fresh air with blue skies and waves as your backdrop, it's highly likely you will see dolphins frolicking in the water just off the shore!! **Please arrive 10 minutes early to meet the instructor, sign liability waiver and inform us of any health concerns.

We will take you on a delicious Brunch adventure in beautiful St Petersburg. We will meet outside of the Historic Detroit Hotel and make our way toward the first tasting venue. Take in the history and iconic buildings in between a total of 4 delicious food stops. Each food venue will have a unique Brunch tasting and you will get to know the local gems of the city. Two of our venues will also be serving brunch-style drinks. If you would like to eat, drink and explore like a local this is a great start! We are excited to host guests from all over the world! Our experience is meant to be social and we create small groups for this purpose. Our food stops will vary as we partner with many eateries in the St Pete districts Other things to note Let us know if you have a food allergy, we can cater for most if you let us know before the tour. Walking is at an easy pace and around 1 mile on flat paving.

You will meet your guides at Ted Sperling Park, the launch site for the famous Lido Mangrove Tunnels. After a short explanation of the equipment and the paddle, we will launch and practice our skills in a beautiful, shallow bay. Depending on weather conditions, we may paddle to the channel with a goal of paddling with manatees and dolphins. If we do come across them, we will keep our distance and watch them play and frolic. Occasionally, manatees will be curious and will swim up to us. It is such a special experience. Next up, we will head to the mangrove tunnels. We may take a short break at a private beach to stretch our legs before we head into the maze of mangrove tunnels. Your guides will help you navigate the tunnels, pointing out exotic wildlife as you pass. Everyone loves when finding giant hermit crabs and seastars along the way. After paddling though the tunnels and to the hidden lagoon, we will head back to the launch. Your hosts will text photos of your adventure for you to share with friends and family. Other things to note Kids welcome from age 3 and up. Kayaks and paddleboards can be combined on the same tour. If you need a different date, contact us at info@surfitusa.com or call 941-952-8245. We love family groups!

We offer the Ultimate Adventure - Our Glass Bottom Kayak LED illuminated Night Tours! In fact no one else offers this experience anywhere in the world with our custom light system & kayaks and how we've trained the fish to follow us! Become a Fish Whisperer for a magical night under the stars! At our St. Pete Beach locations we'll first visit protected mangrove canal shorelines sometimes with lots of different sea-birds! Afterwards we'll paddle down protected calm waterways lined with oyster beds with no waves whatsoever & see amazing underwater views along with feeding fish which is fun for everyone! The fish will follow our kayaks and get so close you can even touch them! You may also see crabs, shrimp & other sea-life as we illuminate the waters around us. No worries there's no crazy critters like Gators or Sharks just curious fish and other sea-life along with an occasional passing Dolphin or Manatee! With literally nothing to do at night in Water Sports, our Glass Bottom Kayak LED illuminated Night Tours are perfect for families, friends, large groups, or an unforgettable date night under the stars! These are dry kayaks with no water vent holes so no need to wear bathing suits. You can wear full clothing with shoes and even stay warm in the winter, although we recommend bringing a towel for your lap from the drip of your paddle! Be prepared for an unforgettable experience!

Capt Yak is a Veteran owned business. We will explore through and around Mangrove Islands, Beds of Sea Grasses and Sand Bars on Comfortable and Easy Paddling Kayaks. Our Sit-On-Top Kayaks are outfitted with adjustable seats with back support that add comfort and paddling ease to your trip. The seat position also allows you to see the abundant sea life below much better than the old style Sit-In Kayaks. Birds, stingrays, horseshoe crabs, shells, manatees and dolphins are some of the wildlife you may see. Greg, "Capt Yak", will immerse you in this vital eco-system and provide you with information on the abundant wildlife and plant life you will encounter on this 3 hour tour. Your route will be based on the tide and wind to make the paddle as easy and enjoyable as possible. Mid way through the tour we will stop at Shell Key where you can Search for shells, take a stroll, swim or just sit an relax. Shell Key is the largest undeveloped barrier Island in the county and vital to the preserve's ecosystem. With nearly thirty years experience conducting field research and working in the zoo field, Greg has acquired a vast amount of knowledge that crosses over to his passion of kayaking.

You, your family and friends will be sailing on Afternoon Delight, a classic Beneteau 38' sailboat. We'll start in Madeira Beach and sail in Boca Ciega Bay. We'll make our way to John's Pass along the quaint waterfront village. If conditions allow we'll go under the John's Pass bridge and sail in the wide open Gulf of Mexico where you'll get to experience the exhilaration of sailing to it's best potential. Wildlife can make the experience extra special when dolphin play in our bow wake. There's simply nothing like it! Sunset sails are a spectacular time for photos and creating memories that will last a lifetime. We conclude back at the Madeira Beach dock.

We offer the Ultimate Adventure on our Glass Bottom LED illuminated Kayak Sunset to Night Tours! The extremely powerful self developed underwater light system that we use illuminates the sea floor and sea-life! We'll start off in mangrove canals and then visit mangrove shorelines and look for different species of seabirds & learn about the mangroves and their benefits. Then we'll explore the Amazing grass flats and look for different crustaceans, stingrays and fish. It's also a regular hangout for Manatees as well. Exploring for sea-life on the grass flats and sandbars is fun for everyone with our high powered underwater LED lights! We'll also get amazing views of the Sarasota city skyline and the John Ringling Bridge. With literally nothing to do at night in the Water Sports Industry, our Glass Bottom Kayak LED illuminated Night Tours are perfect for families, friends, large groups, or an unforgettable date night under the stars!

We offer the Ultimate Adventure - Our Glass Bottom Kayak LED illuminated Night Tours! In fact no one else offers this experience anywhere in the world with our custom light system & kayaks and how we've trained the fish to follow us! Become a Fish Whisperer for a magical night under the stars! At our St. Pete Beach locations we'll first visit protected mangrove canal shorelines sometimes with lots of different sea-birds! Afterwards we'll paddle down protected calm waterways lined with oyster beds with no waves whatsoever & see amazing underwater views along with feeding fish which is fun for everyone! The fish will follow our kayaks and get so close you can even touch them! You may also see crabs, shrimp & other sea-life as we illuminate the waters around us. No worries there's no crazy critters like Gators or Sharks just curious fish and other sea-life along with an occasional passing Dolphin or Manatee! With literally nothing to do at night in Water Sports, our Glass Bottom Kayak LED illuminated Night Tours are perfect for families, friends, large groups, or an unforgettable date night under the stars! These are dry kayaks with no water vent holes so no need to wear bathing suits. You can wear full clothing with shoes and even stay warm in the winter, although we recommend bringing a towel for your lap from the drip of your paddle! Be prepared for an unforgettable experience!

Thank you to our lovely customers for making us the most popular kayak tour in Tampa Bay! WE NOW OFFER CLEAR KAYAKS-additional $20/PERSON! Our kayaking eco tour explores both the wonderful waters & beautiful beaches of Shell Key Preserve. This is an entirely outdoors experience! We do have to adjust daily tour times to work with the tides+weather so PLEASE LET US KNOW if you are only available for the 1 time slot you select. We'll meet everyone at the launch, do intros, give waterproof bags,& get prepped for kayaking. No experience needed; we'll give everyone a paddling overview! We use primarily double kayaks for ease+comfort. (Your booking time is the planned arrival time. Average water depth 2ft) After that we'll get launched into Shell Key Preserve, a beautiful shallow environment with tons of wildlife & a very interesting ecosystem which we'll discuss+the history of the Preserve! From the shallow seagrass flats to the large mangrove islands to the pristine beaches of Shell Key itself we'll try to cover it all! Including traveling through some mangrove tunnels (tides permitting, mainly Mar-Oct) We'll also look for+talk about some of our incredible wildlife in the Preserve including dolphins, manatees, & other fish/birds! We'll also happily give some places to eat & things to do while you're here! If you enjoy your tour please consider tipping your guide thank you!

Take a clear kayaking adventure through Shell Key Preserve, a tropical paradise with unique marine habitats. Your knowledgeable ecotour guide will welcome you and provide brief paddling and safety instructions. Then, you’ll be loaded into your tandem clear kayak and off on a 2-hour adventure! Your tour guide leads the way around the mangrove islands, through the shallows, and to the beach. If the tide is high, your guide will show you a hidden mangrove tunnel. You’ll also take a break at Shell Key Beach, where you can collect shells, take in the views, and be surrounded by nature. Your guide will be happy to take plenty of photos, provide awesome unique facts, and make sure you have fun along the way! While in the preserve, be on the lookout for a Manatee or the beautiful pink Roseate Spoonbills in the summer months. White Pelicans call the sandbars of Shell Key Preserve their home during the winter months! Dolphins frolic in crystal-clear waters throughout the year, and cormorants love to swim alongside your kayak. Don’t forget to look through your clear kayak for a unique view of the ecosystems that are underwater! Chances are that you’ll see a variety of wildlife, but sightings are random and not guaranteed.

Come experience the wonderful world of the honeybee where we encourage you to take pictures. We begin our 1 1/2 hour experience near Tampa, Florida. I have several different locations to choose from ranging from Farm to urban areas. The address showing will not necessarily be the place that you will have your experience. I can be flexible as to location. We will begin with a demonstration of the equipment utilized in beekeeping as well as dressing up in our full bee suits and then immediately start the hands-on experience. At this point you will be able to see, feel, hear and touch apis mellifera (the European honey bee!) as I guide you to a better understanding of these amazing creatures. During our time together you will manipulate equipment, ask questions and get a practical appreciation of the bees. After, you will enjoy a refreshment while we discuss your recent experiences. Upon completion, we provide a 5 oz honey jar and honey dipper to say thank you and as a memento of being a beekeper for a day! Things to note: PLEASE BRING BOOTS or Tennis shoes. There is always a chance of getting stung, So if you are allergic to bees please come with your epi-pen or choose a different experience. We want you to come away from this feeling alive and in tune with the natural world. You will be wearing a full bee suit.

Join us for a 75 min yoga class directly ON the BEACH!! **AirBnB will only show a 60 minute class time slot** Under a crystal blue sky, the sounds of tranquil waves with perfectly moldable sand will ground you while providing a total immersion of the elements beyond any indoor studio. Not only will you be breathing clean fresh air with blue skies and waves as your backdrop, it's highly likely you will see dolphins frolicking in the water just off the shore!! **Please arrive 10 minutes early to meet the instructor, sign liability waiver and inform us of any health concerns.

We will take you on a delicious Brunch adventure in beautiful St Petersburg. We will meet outside of the Historic Detroit Hotel and make our way toward the first tasting venue. Take in the history and iconic buildings in between a total of 4 delicious food stops. Each food venue will have a unique Brunch tasting and you will get to know the local gems of the city. Two of our venues will also be serving brunch-style drinks. If you would like to eat, drink and explore like a local this is a great start! We are excited to host guests from all over the world! Our experience is meant to be social and we create small groups for this purpose. Our food stops will vary as we partner with many eateries in the St Pete districts Other things to note Let us know if you have a food allergy, we can cater for most if you let us know before the tour. Walking is at an easy pace and around 1 mile on flat paving.

A time for yourself. Tuning in to the energy of this magical park, formerly home to the Tocobaga Tribe and known as a landmark of the Tampa Bay landmark. Where you can connect with the sounds of nature, the soft breeze, the calm of the water, the singing of the birds; when you close your eyes, your body finds center with the help of the yoga practice. We will share the yoga practice, where I will offer you options for all levels; whether you are a beginner or advanced, the practice adapts to your level.

Capt Yak is a Veteran owned business. We will explore through and around Mangrove Islands, Beds of Sea Grasses and Sand Bars on Comfortable and Easy Paddling Kayaks. Our Sit-On-Top Kayaks are outfitted with adjustable seats with back support that add comfort and paddling ease to your trip. The seat position also allows you to see the abundant sea life below much better than the old style Sit-In Kayaks. Birds, stingrays, horseshoe crabs, shells, manatees and dolphins are some of the wildlife you may see. Greg, "Capt Yak", will immerse you in this vital eco-system and provide you with information on the abundant wildlife and plant life you will encounter on this 3 hour tour. Your route will be based on the tide and wind to make the paddle as easy and enjoyable as possible. Mid way through the tour we will stop at Shell Key where you can Search for shells, take a stroll, swim or just sit an relax. Shell Key is the largest undeveloped barrier Island in the county and vital to the preserve's ecosystem. With nearly thirty years experience conducting field research and working in the zoo field, Greg has acquired a vast amount of knowledge that crosses over to his passion of kayaking.

We'll meet at the designated cafe right by the beach where there is plenty of public parking, then walk a few steps over to the beach and watch the sunset while I snap golden hour photos of you and your crew! You'll take in the gorgeous views and splash in the ocean as I take your pictures walking alongside the beach. Primarily a couples experience (you will add the quantity of *2* people when booking) unless you would prefer to have a family session in which I can accommodate you for! Once professionally edited, I will send you the link to the online gallery, where you can download your pictures. I will send you all of the great photos taken, which typically is around 100 :) to view my pervious work: landrymariephoto ig

We will take you on a culinary adventure in beautiful St Pete, also known as the "Sunshine City". We will explore the Central Arts District and Historic Shopping Arcades built in the 1920s, taking in the history, iconic buildings, and murals in-between 5 delicious food stops. Each food venue will have a unique tasting and you will get to know the local gems of the city. If you would like to eat and explore like a local this is a great start! We are excited to host guests from all over the world! Our experience is meant to be social and we create small groups for this purpose. We will make stops at 5 different food venues in the Central Arts District. Last: 3 hours The walking tour is 1.5 miles at an easy pace with 5 seated food venues in between the walk.

Your 1.5+ hour interactive experience with a bee colony begins with a multimedia overview of the life of a bee and the different jobs a bee has as they mature. Learn the parts of the hive. You’ll see a hive and learn how to hold a frame (without squishing the bees -they don’t like that). We’ll get suited up. Light a smoker. Do a safety check, and approach the hive. At the hive you’ll see and feel the power of propolis (a supplement for humans as well) -- its the glue bees use to seal up the hive. We’ll lift the lid and go inside. For some, that’s might be as far as they want to go. But, if you’re adventurous, we will do a complete hive inspection: Pull frames to see how the bees create honey and keep the colony alive. You’ll see open “wet cells” of nectar that are still in the process of transforming into honey. You’ll see capped honey, tiny freshly laid eggs and all the stages of bee development ( larvae, caped brood, and newly emerging “baby bees”). I’ll show you how beekeepers help control pests (other insects and diseases) and keep the bees healthy so they can do their important work. You’ll hold frames of bees and feel the weight of a full frame of honey when compared to a frame of bees. There’s always time for selfies. You’ll sample honey & enjoy a cold beverage sweetened with honey

You, your family and friends will be sailing on Afternoon Delight, a classic Beneteau 38' sailboat. We'll start in Madeira Beach and sail in Boca Ciega Bay. We'll make our way to John's Pass along the quaint waterfront village. If conditions allow we'll go under the John's Pass bridge and sail in the wide open Gulf of Mexico where you'll get to experience the exhilaration of sailing to it's best potential. Wildlife can make the experience extra special when dolphin play in our bow wake. There's simply nothing like it! Sunset sails are a spectacular time for photos and creating memories that will last a lifetime. We conclude back at the Madeira Beach dock.

We offer the Ultimate Adventure on our Glass Bottom LED illuminated Kayak Sunset to Night Tours! The extremely powerful self developed underwater light system that we use illuminates the sea floor and sea-life! We'll start off in mangrove canals and then visit mangrove shorelines and look for different species of seabirds & learn about the mangroves and their benefits. Then we'll explore the Amazing grass flats and look for different crustaceans, stingrays and fish. It's also a regular hangout for Manatees as well. Exploring for sea-life on the grass flats and sandbars is fun for everyone with our high powered underwater LED lights! We'll also get amazing views of the Sarasota city skyline and the John Ringling Bridge. With literally nothing to do at night in the Water Sports Industry, our Glass Bottom Kayak LED illuminated Night Tours are perfect for families, friends, large groups, or an unforgettable date night under the stars!

FEEL FREE TO REQUEST DIFFERENT TIME. Optional: Grap coffee at local coffee shop to make it a coffee cruise! Experience an outdoor art gallery tour. See the murals of St Petersburg on a narrated golf cart tour. Sightseeing will also include artisan restaurants, bars, clubs, historic buildings, and much more! Note some murals shown are not on tour. I don’t want to spoil them all. Meet on land side if museum.

Join us for a 60 min yoga class directly ON Clearwater Beach near the famous Pier 60. The sounds of tranquil waves, crystal blue skies, and perfectly moldable sand as grounding provides a total immersion of the elements beyond any indoor studio. Not only will you be breathing clean fresh air with blue skies and waves as your backdrop, it's highly likely you will see dolphins frolicking in the water just off the shore!! Other things to note Please arrive 10 minutes early to meet the instructor, sign liability waiver and inform us of any health concerns.