Wildlife Preserve
Three Hour Shelling Cruise to Shell Key Preserve from John's Pass
Our 3hr Shell Key Shelling Trip is offered from Hubbard’s Marina inside Johns Pass and offers around one hour on the island exploring and shelling with around an hour ride down the back protected bay waters on a relaxing, safe, and fun trip onboard the HUB Cat 49.
On the ride back to Johns Pass, we will cruise up our beautiful gulf beaches when weather allows, if it’s a little bumpy the ride back will also be in the back protected bay waters.
We will often spot dolphins, seabirds, manatees and other wildlife on the ride out and back!
Clear Kayak Tour of Shell Key Preserve and Tampa Bay Area
Adventure through Shell Key Preserve in your 100% clear kayak! See crystal-clear water, diverse marine life, and the underwater world below your clear kayak.
You’ll paddle along mangroves, enjoy white sand beaches and sandbars, and explore a secluded beach. If the tide is high, your guide will lead the way through a hidden mangrove tunnel. Shell Key Preserve is located in Tierra Verde, FL near St. Pete Beach in the Tampa Bay area.
Keep your eyes peeled for dolphins, manatees, pelicans, crabs, and more while enjoying the preserve’s picturesque mangroves, beaches, and sandbars. 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! Throughout the year, dolphins frolic in the crystal-clear waters and cormorants love to swim alongside your kayak. Chances are that you’ll see a variety of wildlife, but sightings are random and not guaranteed.
Skip the Line: Springs Preserve in Las Vegas Admission Ticket
Few places offer the versatility and beauty of the Preserve.
The Origen Museum features over 75 permanent exhibits, including the dynamic Flashflood exhibit, live animal habitats as well as traveling exhibits that change throughout the year. Every visit can offer something new.
Walk the Springs Preserve's 3.7 miles of trails and follow in the footsteps of ancient natives and adventurous explorers, meander through 110 acres (44 hectares) of indigenous habitats and archaeological sites. Visit playgrounds, the Botanical Garden, DesertSol; a solar-powered home created by UNLV’s 2013 Solar Decathlon Team or visit the Butterfly House (seasonal). Take our Trackless Train and uncover Las Vegas's history in Boomtown 1905 and all along the journey.
Enjoy lunch in the Springs Café, with views of the Las Vegas Strip, Downtown and the Desert Living Center, where an eco-friendly lifestyle, sustainable construction and the value of water conservation is on clear display.
Anchorage to Whittier Wildlife Adventure

Rated 5 Stars, based on 10 Reviews.
Enjoy a 3 hour tour from Anchorage to the Whittier Cruise Terminal. Traveling on the scenic Seward Highway and through the stunning Portage Pass. Your driver will guide you through the history of the Turnagain Arm, Portage Pass, and Whittier. From the Indigenous people who first lived there, English exploration of the area, to the discovery of gold, and how the Strange town of Whittier got it's start.
This tour includes a stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. The nonprofit center that is dedicated to preservation, education, research, and animal care. The center takes in injured and orphaned animals to rehabilitate and provide permanent homes at the center.
The tour ends at the Whittier Cruise Terminal for you to board your cruise ship.
Pick up times:
11:30 Downtown Anchorage – (939 W 5th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501) Hotel Captain Cook
12:00 Anchorage Airport – Baggage Claim level outside door #1 in the courtyard by the large red semicircles.
Small Group Kayak Tour of the Shell Key Preserve

Rated 5 Stars, based on 468 Reviews.
Join Coastal Kayak Charters for a small group guided kayak tour of the Shell Key Preserve. We are St Pete's top rated kayak tour company and focus exclusively on small groups and private tours. Our trips offer more personalized service and better wildlife viewing opportunities while out on the water. We will explore hidden mangrove tunnels (tides permitting), shallow seagrass meadows, and stop on Shell Island for time to swim, look for shells, or just relax and enjoy the beach. Our tours are designed for beginners and experienced kayakers alike. We use stable user friendly kayaks that provide a great paddling experience. We primarily use double kayaks unless you have an odd number in your group. If you prefer single kayaks they are available through our website. Come explore with local professionals who love what they do and see the difference for yourself.
Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour

Rated 5 Stars, based on 48 Reviews.
What sets our mangrove kayak tour apart is the unique opportunity to explore the stunning Robinson Preserve. Glide through the calm waterways, surrounded by the beauty of the mangroves. You'll be in awe of the incredible variety of native birds, fish, and other wildlife that call this place home. Plus, we'll take you up a giant observation tower for breathtaking views and photo ops. Our knowledgeable guide will share fascinating facts about the area and the wildlife you encounter along the way. It's an adventure you won't want to miss!
Please note that we use tandem kayaks. If there is a solo customer or odd numbered group we will set up one single kayak to accommodate. Please call with any questions or requests.
Gamboa Wildlife and Sloth Sanctuary Tour with Pickup

Rated 4.5 Stars, based on 111 Reviews.
Get up close and personal with various wildlife found in the Gamboa rainforest region. You will be able to feed some animals as they approach to your boat, snatch food from your hands. Discover many other wild animals including crocodiles, toucans, sloths, iguanas, turtles, and numerous exotic birds.
We will also visit a sloth sanctuary, where you can observe these intriguing creatures in their natural habitat.
Guided Kayak EcoTour of Beautiful Shell Key Preserve

Rated 4.5 Stars, based on 78 Reviews.
The most popular kayak tour in Tampa Bay explores both the wonderful waters & beautiful beaches of Shell Key Preserve.
We'll meet everyone at the launch, do introductions, give waterproof bags,& get everyone prepped for kayaking. No experience needed as 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 2 feet)
After that we'll get launched into Shell Key Preserve! The Preserve is a beautiful shallow environment with tons of wildlife & a very interesting ecosystem which we'll discuss plus 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 and cover it all! Including traveling through some mangrove tunnels (with friendly tides, primarily Mar-Oct)
We'll also look for+talk about some of our incredible wildlife in the Preserve including dolphins, manatees, & other fish & birds!
Guided Walk to the Monteverde Cloud Forest Preserve

Rated 5 Stars, based on 42 Reviews.
Monteverde reserve has very well done and clean trails which facilitates the mobility along different sectors of the forest and elevations. The possibility to observe some of the wildlife of this lifezone, like birds; Resplendent Quetzal, Emerald Toucanet, costarican Warbler, Black faced Solitaire, and some others.
Anchorage to Seward Wildlife Adventure

Rated 5 Stars, based on 3 Reviews.
Enjoy a 4 hour tour from Anchorage to the Seward Cruise Terminal. Traveling on the scenic Seward Highway and through the stunning Turnagain Pass. Your driver will guide you through the history of the Kenai Peninsula and Turnagain Pass from the Indigenous people who first lived there, to Russian fur traders to the discovery of gold, coal, and oil.
This tour includes a stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. The nonprofit center that is dedicated to preservation, education, research, and animal care. The center takes in injured and orphaned animals to rehabilitate and provide permanent homes at the center.
Pick up times:
11:30 Downtown Anchorage – (939 W 5th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501) Hotel Captain Cook
12:00 Anchorage Airport – Baggage Claim level outside door #1 in the courtyard by the large red semicircles.
Roatan Gumbalimba Preservation Eco-Park & Beach

Rated 4.5 Stars, based on 35 Reviews.
GUMBALIMBA PARK is a family-friendly attraction on the island of Roatan that offers visitors the opportunity to meet with friendly Capuchin white-face monkeys and free flying exotics birds such as macaws, parrots, and hummingbirds. Visitors can spot indigenous lizards and iguanas all around the park. you can gaze at a variety of almost 2,500 preserved insects from all around the world in an air-conditioned insectarium, wander through a tropical jungle with nature trail, a suspension bridge, colorful flowers and butterflies, numerous waterfalls and more than 200 vibrant plants and tree species. Visit the pirates cave filled with maps, weapons, and art works to learn about their history in the Bay Island. After that you can head over to the west bay beach foe a cooling swim with your family and friends before heading back to your ship.
Please bring walking shoes, Camera,
Transport to the Yukon Wildlife Preserve & Eclipse Hot Springs

Whitehorse's only 'transport only' option to take you to the Takhini Hot Springs Road, perfect for visiting the Yukon Wildlife Preserve and Eclipse Hot Springs! Perfect for the more independent traveller who prefers to do things themselves, whilst also saving money on guided tours. Both departures arrive in time for the wildlife preserve's guided bus tours. Alternatively, guests are welcome to walk the preserve 5km trail at their own leisure!
For those wanting to visit both the hot springs, and the wildlife preserve, we recommend the 11am departure. After exploring the Wildlife Preserve, it's a short 15 minute walk to the hot springs, down a lightly traffic'd road.
You can make a day of it by stopping at Bean North Cafe for lunch and a drink, conveniently located halfway between the wildlife preserve and hot springs.
Return shuttle back to Whitehorse times:
From YWP: 2:45pm/5:00pm
From the hot springs: 2:55pm/5:10pm
Saint Petersburg Preserve Bike Tour

Rated 5 Stars, based on 60 Reviews.
If the fast pace of the Downtown area is not for you and prefer a natural oasis in the middle of this growing city away from cars and traffic. Then this tour is for you. Surrounded by Florida's native flora amd fauna. You will be guided by a knowledgeable and experienced tour guide on mountain bikes through 3 miles of trails and boardwalks while seeing 5 ecosystems! You will enjoy 245 acres of uninterrupted preserved habitat along Lake Maggiore's shore line. There is an aviary with live birds of prey ranging from the Bald Eagle, Red Tailed Hawk, Red Shoulder Hawk, Screech Owls, Barred Owls, Northern Crested Caracara and many more! You will also being seeing American Alligators, tortoises, turtles, Ospreys, Cormorants, Anhingas, and a vast variety of butterflies. After the bike tour take some time and explore the education center.
Tour includes admission into the Preserve, mountain bike, helmet, bottle of water, tour guide. Please specify your heights.
*24 hour cancellation policy.
Monteverde Wildlife Walk & Hummingbird Heaven

Rated 5 Stars, based on 43 Reviews.
I am going to teach and surprise you with the wonders hidden inside the cloud forest of Monteverde.
Walk the trails of the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, considered the MOST famous cloud forest of the world. Let me guide you and let’s Lear about natural history of plants and animals, tradicional medicine and ancestral knowledge that has passed from generation to generation.
Clear Kayak Ecotour at Robinson Preserve in Bradenton, Florida

Rated 4.5 Stars, based on 44 Reviews.
Add this adventure to your bucket list + take in these amazing view in a 100% Clear Kayak on an ecotour at Robinson Preserve! Paddling in these truly unique kayaks is like snorkeling without getting wet! Just minutes from Anna Maria Island, Bradenton, Siesta Key, Sarasota and the Tampa Bay Area!
This tour offers guests a unique and immersive experience in the natural beauty of wild Florida somehow just minutes away from the hustle + bustle!
The crystal clear kayaks provide a view like no other to what swims below as we explore the mangroves!
Along the way be on the lookout for wildlife such as fish, sea turtles, numerous bird species, spotted eagle rays and even the occasional dolphin and manatee! We love sharing the water with wildlife + like to say wildlife sightings are always a hope never a promise.
Come witness the breathtaking views and experience the tour that 20,000+ customers company wide have rated a 5-Star experience.
Big Cypress National Preserve Audio Tour Guide

Rated 1 Stars, based on 2 Reviews.
Explore the captivating ecological wonders and rich history of Big Cypress National Preserve with an audio tour guide. Embark on a journey of discovery as you hike through nature trails, uncover historic sites, and more!
Stop and go as you please, as you visit stops like Shark Valley – a unique ecosystem, encountering abundant wildlife like alligators and wading birds; Miccosukee Indian Village where you can learn about the rich heritage of the Miccosukee Tribe; and Big Cypress Scenic Loop – a winding scenic drive.
Listen to fascinating stories that reveal the unique history of this natural preserve as you drive.
Download the Shaka Guide app to access the tours.
Kayak Adventure of Shell Key Preserve & Island with a Local

Rated 5 Stars, based on 164 Reviews.
Hi, I'm Scott. Karissa and I are the owners and only guides at Island Kayak Tours. We will guide you through the mangrove tunnels (tide permitting) and time your adventure just right to give you the best chance at seeing dolphins & manatees. There is also free time for you to explore Shell Key Island, whether that means shelling, swimming, snorkeling, or simply enjoying the view. Our tours take place in a shallow saltwater preserve. There are no alligators, and most of the water is knee to waist-deep; perfect for both beginners and experts. All the experience I have from growing up here in St. Petersburg has given me the opportunity to put together a kayak tour like no other. Kayaking has always been one of my favorite things to do around the area. This has allowed me the opportunity to find all the best kayaking spots and to accumulate the local knowledge to give you a true Florida experience. I started this kayaking company to share the natural beauty of my home with you.
Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary and Jaguar Preserve

Rated 4 Stars, based on 31 Reviews.
You will be picked up from an agreed location in Placencia and taken on a drive to the Jaguar Preserve/Cockscomb basin. Enjoy either river tubing or swim at a waterfall or do both. Hike through our jungles is an exciting feat. You will learn about the usefulness of some plants while you make your way along a jungle trail to river tube.
Rafting to Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve from Haines

Rated 4 Stars, based on 50 Reviews.
This is a small group rafting and scenic driving tour through the famous Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve with a scenic float trip (no whitewater) through the home of the largest bald eagle congregation in the world. Thousands of bald eagles travel here to feed on salmon in the fall and winter. In spring and summer watch for eagles nesting and raising their young.
Phoenix Mountains Preserve Night Glow Hike

On this unique experience, you'll explore the Sonoran Desert in Phoenix under a canopy of darkness. Armed with a UV flashlight, you’ll uncover scorpions—their exoskeletons aglow in mesmerizing blue-green hues—and other cool things that glow at night. City lights twinkle in the distance, while above, a canvas of moon and stars unfolds. It’s a dance between the earthly and the cosmic, leaving you both humbled and exhilarated.