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

Capt Yak is a one of the most reputable and affordable tour excursions in Tampa Bay.

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 of Capt Yak kayaks are equipped with seats that have excellent back support for your upmost comfort.

The Capt Yak Shell Key Tour

You will be taken on an Amazing Adventure in a one-of-a-kind Mangrove Preserve.

Capt. Yak (Greg) has been exploring Shell Key Preserve for many years and knows it like that back of his hand. You will be lead through the preserve to areas that will be sure to find unique creatures that live below and above the water.

You will paddle with ease on the some of the newest, most comfortable and best paddling Sit-On-Top Single or Tandem Kayaks.

We will venture through mangrove tunnels, over beds of seagrasses and sandbars while encountering wildlife. Midway we will stop on Shell Key. You can take a stroll, swim, find that perfect shell or just relax and take in the surroundings.

On the return trip Capt. Yak will continue to share his knowledge and mesmerize you by the stories he shares with you.

Departure times vary between 9:00am-3:00pm and are based on tide levels to ensure the Most Memorable Experience!

This tour is especially popular for Couples and Family Groups of all ages!

Rates begin at $48.00 Per Person

The Shell Key Sunset Tour

Back by popular demand, this tour is available only for a limited time — November thru 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 begin at $52.00 Per Person
2 Guest Minimum

The Exclusive Private 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 $325.00