Drie uur durende beschietingscruise naar Shell Key Preserve vanaf John's Pass
Beschrijving
Onze 3 uur durende Shell Key Shelling Trip wordt aangeboden vanuit Hubbard's Marina in Johns Pass en biedt ongeveer een uur op het eiland verkennen en beschietingen met ongeveer een uur rijden langs de beschermde baaiwateren op een ontspannen, veilige en leuke reis aan boord van de HUB Cat 49 . Tijdens de rit terug naar Johns Pass varen we onze prachtige golfstranden op als het weer het toelaat, als het een beetje hobbelig is, zal de rit terug ook in de achterste beschermde baaiwateren zijn. We zullen vaak dolfijnen, zeevogels, zeekoeien en andere dieren in het wild spotten tijdens de rit heen en terug!
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Verken Shell Key Preserve, gelegen in de monding van Tampa Bay, een 195 hectare groot barrière-eiland. Je zult tijdens de reis prachtige, kalme en beschermde wateren van de baai ervaren en dolfijnen, zeevogels, zeekoeien en andere dieren in het wild spotten.
De "Pass", zoals de lokale bevolking het noemt, is ontstaan door een orkaan op 27 september 1848. Een piraat, John Levique, maakte de eerste doorgang door de nieuw aangelegde pas. Vandaar de naam Johns Pass. Meer dan honderd kooplieden met unieke winkels, een verscheidenheid aan restaurants en lokale touroperators.
Dit strand, dat door de lokale bevolking vaak "Mad Beach" wordt genoemd, heeft zacht, wit zand en is een geweldige plek om dolfijnen te spotten.
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We had a great afternoon. Captain Robin, and 1st mate Kristen, were knowledgeable, fun and interacted with everyone in the boat making for a fun and informative ride to and from the beach. Everyone found beautiful seashells and enjoyed the warm ocean waters. 1st make, Kristen made all passengers who wanted a necklace using one of each passengers newly found sea shell.
A beautiful afternoon on Shell Key, warm Gulf waters, and plenty of seashells to bring home sounds like a wonderful way to spend the day! We're thrilled Captain Robin and First Mate Kristen made the ride just as enjoyable as the destination with their local knowledge, fun personalities, and interaction with everyone aboard. Having Kristen turn a favorite shell from the day into a necklace is such a special way to remember the adventure. Thank you for choosing Hubbard's Marina for your Three-Hour Shelling Cruise from John's Pass in Madeira Beach. We hope that necklace brings back great memories until it's time for your next Shell Key treasure hunt!
I am so glad we came across this trip as things to do. I have three kids one being almost 2. The boat ride to shell island was lovely. And when we arrived we weren’t disappointed. My son who is 9 found countless sand dollars which he was excited about! And we collected so many shells and spent the rest of the time swimming around in the ocean. On the way back we seen dolphins. The staff was very funny and they made shell necklaces for whoever wanted one. If you have a toddler, I’d bring floaties or life jacket vest. Highly recommend bringing goggles for diving in the water looking for shells. I’d bring a mesh bag to put the shells in, unless you wanna purchase one from them for 4$. Which is reasonably priced. And definitely came in handy. Some ppl found some massive shells. Over all the trip was amazing. And something we’ll do again in the future.
Great crew! We had about 1.5 hrs at the beach for shelling. Wear swimsuits and bring goggles or snorkel masks. We found many sand dollars and conch shells! Park at the parking garage and get tickets validated for $7.50 at check in. Drinks and snacks available aboard for very reasonable prices. On the way back Jess will make you a necklace from one of your favorite small shells. Very smooth ride out and we saw a few dolphins.
Sand dollars, conch shells, dolphins, and a keepsake made from one of your own finds. That sounds like a great Shell Key adventure! We're glad you enjoyed plenty of time exploring the beach, had a smooth ride, and found so many treasures along the way. The shell necklace is always a fun way to bring a little piece of the experience home. We also appreciate you sharing your tips for future guests planning a Three-Hour Shelling Cruise. Thank you for choosing Hubbard's Marina at John's Pass in Madeira Beach, and we hope to welcome you back for another day of shelling and exploring Shell Key!
A++ from beginning to end - from the minute you check in to the minute you get off the boat, the crew puts you and your family’s fun and comfort first. Jessica and the Captain could not have been better. Fantastic trip.
It's always great, we do this every time we are here. I found some really cool shells today, even though the water was a tad rough. Always with the trip
The captain and first mate, Robin and Jessica, were fantastic! They were Entertaining, but safe. We got to see several dolphins during the tour.
Great experience, the captain and crew were wonderful! Great guided tour and we saw dolphins and a stingray jump out of the water. Once at shell island we found a lot of shells! Best trip we've been on in Florida and I've been coming here for 30 years!
After 30 years of visiting Florida, hearing that this was the best trip you've been on is an incredible compliment! We're thrilled your family enjoyed every part of the Shell Key adventure, from the narrated cruise and wildlife sightings to discovering beautiful shells along the preserve. Seeing dolphins alongside a jumping stingray is the kind of unexpected moment that makes every trip unique. Thank you for choosing Hubbard's Marina for your Three-Hour Shelling Cruise to Shell Key Preserve and for sharing such a wonderful review. We'll be sure to pass your kind words along to the captain and crew. We look forward to welcoming your family back to John's Pass in Madeira Beach for another unforgettable day exploring Florida's beautiful Gulf Coast!
Our captains were so very kind and informative!! We saw plenty of dolphins and got several small and medium shells of all shapes without going into the water!! Those who got into the water found bigger shells and sand dollars.
Our trip was led by Captain Mike and First Mate Jessica. This has to be the best boat trip our family has ever been on. We had been on a dolphin trip in Clearwater a couple of days before and were disappointed to only see a couple of dolphins at a distance. The focus of this trip was not dolphins, however we saw a pod of dolphins and more who were very playful. We were also lucky enough to see a calf born on the way back to John’s Pass. The staff on board were amazing, great fun and very knowledgeable. Captain Mike stopped to allow us time to view and take photos of the dolphins. Who knew shell collecting was a competitive sport?! Upon arrival people sprinted off the boat, constantly overtaking each other to get to the best shells first. We managed to fill a carrier bag full of the most amazing shells as well as enjoying time in the clear blue water. The views from and on Shell Island are amazing. On the journey back Jessica offered to make everyone a necklace with their favourite shell. What a great touch! Thankyou for such an amazing trip.
The best adventures are the ones that exceed every expectation, and we're honored to hear your family called this the best boat trip you've ever been on! From watching a playful pod of dolphins, including the unforgettable sight of a newborn calf, to exploring the pristine shoreline of Shell Key Preserve, it sounds like your day was filled with incredible memories from start to finish. Captain Mike and First Mate Jessica will be thrilled to hear your kind words. We're so glad they helped make the wildlife encounters even more special and that Jessica's handmade shell necklaces gave everyone a unique keepsake to remember the day. Thank you for choosing Hubbard's Marina for your Three-Hour Shelling Cruise to Shell Key Preserve from John's Pass in Madeira Beach. We hope to welcome your family back for another unforgettable adventure the next time you're visiting Florida!
Great captain and first mate. Please note you have to check in at the desk inside Hubbard's Marina to get your boarding pass. They will also validate your parking garage ticket so you pay a cheaper rate.
