Greg “Capt Yak” Stoppelmoor - Owner & Operator of Capt Yak

Capt Yak is one of the most affordable tour companies in the area.

Capt Yak offers year-round guided Kayak Tours just ten minutes from St. Pete Beach. Tour departure times are based on the tide and weather to ensure the easiest and most enjoyable paddle. The sit-on-top kayaks are manufactured for the tour industry and kayak fishing; this means they are very stable and provide easy paddling. All our kayaks are equipped with seats that have excellent back support.

Go to the Rental page to learn more about our equipment.

Do not hesitate to contact me for the best kayaking equipment options.

Back by popular demand, this tour is available only for a limited time: November - March.

Capt Yak will keep you captivated throughout the tour with his knowledge of the Wildlife and History of the area.

Tour departs two hours prior to Sunset.

You will paddle back in the twilight as the sun sets.

This tour is great for couples, family, friends and coworkers.

Single and tandem kayaks.

Rates $52 per person

2 Guest Minimum

NEW TOUR

Call for availabity - tour area impacted by 2024 Hurricanes

Private E-Bike Tour at Historic Ft. Desoto

SPECIAL REOPENING RATE:

Only $45/person

This year's Hurricane Season has caused extreme damage to the area including Ft Desoto. We have modified the tour to see as much of the park that is open along with the Tierra Verde Bayway. We will not be able to see some of the areas listed in the description but this is still a must do experience.

If you are on the fence feel free to reach to us.

This is a private history & wildlife tour for 2-6people.

• Tour duration: 2- 1/2 hrs

• Bike riding experience required (not for beginners)

• Bikes are “pedal assist” You must pedal while riding

• Some walking involved during tour

• Must be under 275lbs between 4'10"”- 6’ 5”

• 15+ accompanied by an adult

• Must be in physical health

• No alcohol, smoking or vaping

• Pass a safety & use presentation upon arrival

• Closed toe shoes (no flip-flops or crocs).

• Helmet provided but you can bring your own

• Sunglasses, sunscreen, cell phone/camera.

• Bottled water and/or snacks (Drink holder provided)

• A backpack is suggested for carrying multiple items.

Prior to departure you will be fitted with an earpiece that is connected to a receiver so you can hear the guide the entire experience. You will not miss anything said by the guide while biking and is also a great safety feature.

You will start your experience at Capt Yak's kayak launch area just outside Ft Desoto's park entrance.

Your Guide will take you into the park passing over a bridge overlooking Shell Key Preserve on one side and Tampa Bay pn the other. Ebikes will be taken to the historic fort, and walk our guests through the 100 year old gun batteries bunkers, and the historic museum, we'll visit Fort DeSoto's fishing pier giving our guests a look at the Gulf of Mexico and the Egmont Key channel, with ships entering and exiting the harbor, as well as the posibilities of seeing dolphins and manatees at play. While there you can stop for the restrooms as well as ice cream, drinks and other refreshment. We will continue on the Ebikes through the park to Arrowhead Picnic area passing Buncess Pass and Shell key., our final stop will be at East Beach where you can take a quick dip and enjoy the view of the Manificent Sunshine Skyway Bridge. This tour will be filled with unforgettable History and Beautiful wildlife.

Rates $45.00 per person

2 guest minimum

PRIVATE GROUP TOUR

Whether it is for your company, your family, or your school; our private tour is an unforgettable team-building exercise. Our Shell Key Private Tour can accommodate 2-24 paddlers. This tour can be from 3 - 6 hours long depending on how long your group wants to spend on Shell Key to swim and relax. Did you rent a pavilion at another location, live on a lake or river and want to have kayaks available for guests to go out and explore? We are fully customizable and can bring the kayaks and equipment to you. Contact us with the details and we can provide a special quote for an experience that your guests will cherish for years. Rates begin at $275.00