Weedon Island Preserve · St. Petersburg, FL Tours timed to the tide Call (656) 236-2374 DEMONot a real kayak company — Tunnel Vision Kayak Tours is a demonstration site by Bots On Staff, not a real business.
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A paddle blade dips into clear emerald water in golden backlight as drops fall from its edge

The tours

Eight tours. All of them tide-timed.

From a 90-minute First Paddle to a 4-hour rental with a route briefing. No prices are listed here; a person answers that when they reply.

Not sure?

Two questions. We will lean one way.

Have you paddled before?
How long would you like to be out?

A leaning, not a choice. A person will suggest the right tour when they reply.

Two kayakers seen from behind paddle through a sunlit green tunnel of trees and leaves.2 hrs

The Tunnel Run

The mangrove tunnels, timed to the tide.

Length
2 hours
Suits
Most paddlers, and the reason the company has its name.
Bring
A hat, sunscreen, insect repellent and drinking water.
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A row of yellow and orange kayaks waits on a sandy bank beside a clear green waterway.2 hrs

Mid-Tide Morning Paddle

A morning start. The time is set by the tide and confirmed by a person.

Length
2 hours
Suits
Early risers.
Bring
A layer, and closed-toe shoes that can get wet.
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Clear turquoise water runs over white sand beneath cypress trees draped in Spanish moss.2.5 hrs

Seagrass and Islands

Out between the preserve's islands.

Length
2.5 hours
Suits
Paddlers who would like a longer, quieter route.
Bring
Drinking water and snacks.
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Illustration: the kayak guide turns and laughs with three paddlers in colourful kayaks.2.5 hrs

Shell Mounds and Stories

A guide talks through the preserve's archaeology.

Length
2.5 hours
Suits
Curious paddlers and history-minded families.
Bring
A phone in a waterproof bag, for the pictures.
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A family in life vests carries a yellow kayak toward the water at a sandy launch.90 min

First Paddle

A calm start with instruction for beginners.

Length
90 minutes
Suits
First-timers, families and the cautious.
Bring
Say so in your request; a person will suggest a patient pace.
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A couple seen from behind drift side by side in kayaks at golden sunset on still water.2 hrs

Late-Day Paddle

Late light. The time is set by the tide.

Length
2 hours
Suits
Couples and quiet evenings.
Bring
Insect repellent, and a layer for the paddle home.
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Two friends seen from behind paddle a tandem kayak along green, tree-lined water.2 hrs

Private Group Paddle

The guide for your group alone.

Length
2 hours
Suits
Friends, families and teams.
Bring
Your numbers and ages in the request.
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Bright yellow kayaks and orange life vests wait in a tidy line on a sandy launch bank.2 to 4 hrs

Rental with Route Briefing

Self-guided, after a short briefing on the trail and the tide.

Length
2 to 4 hours
Suits
Experienced paddlers.
Bring
A tide chart habit, and your own route sense.
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Send a request. A person writes back.

The mangroves can wait. Nothing is booked or held until a person confirms by email or a call, and no payment is taken here.

Request a paddle Call (656) 236-2374