We love this adventure for our family of five. We were traveling with our three adult children in…read moretheir 20s. Everyone had a great time. Scott and his wife are amazing tour guides and we loved supporting this family run, small business. If you're going in the summer, go early to avoid the heat. It was the perfect combination of sightseeing and downtime at the beautiful shell Key beach. Great adventure looking for shells and for spending time in the beautiful water, highly recommend.!

This was such a great kayak tour. It's suitable for beginners as it is at a relaxed pace. Scott is…read morea fantastic tour guide with lots of local knowledge of the area. He leaves time for shell collecting on a beach. This is a family-owned business and they do it so well. Highly recommended!

We want out for a family boat excursion with Captain Chris. The entire trip was spectacular from…read morethe ease of booking, to the stop at Caladesi island. Captain Chris gave us a few history lessons along the way. He made sure everyone knew the safety measures on the boat. He was a super cool guy to hang out with for the day! Will definitely be recommending to friends/family, and will book another trip in the future!

This was absolutely the best, our Guide John was so amazing!! They lady that helped me book this(…read moreI'm so sorry I don't remember her name) She was so awesome helping and walking me thru everything , we started just booking a tour and ended up not having enough for a reg boat so we did a private tour. OMG I couldn't have ben happier that it worked out that way. It was my sister in-laws birthday, she loves hunting shells and we found so many amazing shells in the island. John made sure we seen plenty of Manatees and Dolphins. I can not wait to do this again, I highly recommend!! 10/10 for sure! Also Don't forget John was the absolute best!! Thank you for making our girls trip one for the books!!!

My Mom and I took Island Boat Adventures' Egmont Key tour on a Saturday, and it was one of the…read morehighlights of our trip! From start to finish, Captain John and First Mate Jennifer were outstanding hosts. They made everyone feel welcome and ensured passengers boarded and exited the boat safely at every stop. The tour included two stops at beautiful Egmont Key. First, we had the opportunity to snorkel and swim in the crystal-clear, warm Gulf waters. The snorkeling was fantastic, and it's easy to see why this area is known for its abundant marine life. Our second stop gave us time to explore the island's pristine beaches, nature trails, and fascinating history. Egmont Key is a true gem of the Tampa Bay area, with stunning scenery and plenty to discover. Throughout the trip, Captain John and Jennifer shared interesting facts about the island, local wildlife, and the surrounding waters. They went above and beyond to make sure we had memorable wildlife encounters. On the ride back, they helped us spot several dolphins, and we were incredibly lucky to see three manatees! Captain John carefully maneuvered the boat to a respectful and safe distance, allowing us to enjoy the rare experience of observing these gentle animals in their natural habitat. What impressed me most was the crew's professionalism, knowledge, and genuine passion for showing guests the beauty of the Gulf Coast. After more than 15 years of leading tours to Egmont Key, they clearly know how to create a fun, safe, and unforgettable adventure. I highly recommend Island Boat Adventures to anyone looking for a memorable day on the water. We can't wait to come back and do it again!

I'm from Louisville Kentucky and went to Clearwater for vacation with my husband, daughter (12…read moreyears old) and another couple. We have some jet skis at home that we ride on the lake and the guys really wanted to try it in the ocean. Although the guys wanted to rent and free style on the ocean we decided to do the tour. The 90 minute tour was AMAZING!!! The next time we go back to Clearwater we will DEFINITELY go back to White Knuckle and here are just a couple reasons why: 1) The team has great communication and were great with my daughter (very accommodating) 2) Our tour guide was amazing (such a pro) took pictures and videos that really captured the fun we had. 3) WE SAW DOLPHINS!! not just one but lots and the guide had a sharp eye and made sure we didn't miss anything. 4) WE SAW STINGRAYS! They are huge and it was a priceless moment for my family. 5) Went to an island, in a secret little place and hung out for a bit. This was my favorite part. 6) I'm not one that likes to "shred" on the jet ski but they were amazing in accommodating myself and the guys who likes to go fast and get crazy. The other couple said it was the most fun he had ever had!!! It was overall an amazing experience! We can't wait to go back!!

Customer service!! Extremely rude at the boat ramp. Tried to talk to the guy and he looked at me…read morelike I was bothering him.

Super friendly and patient people. Our guide Collin was awesome. Super fun experience. A bit tricky…read moreon some of the mangrove tunnel turns. Be sure to bring bug spray for mosquitos.

I found this location on google, it was very easy to locate, it's just a small little shake on the…read moreside of the road in the national Park but that's all it needs to be. The two staff members at the shake were kind, knowledgeable, and moved quickly. I tended a board and my friend had her own and then helped her launch also for that area. The map is well marked as is the launch/return area among the trees, so it is easy to spot from the water. It felt safe, clean and so easy to take part in. The only slight down side is they don't have tap to pay, which feels like could be an easy fix in this day and age. But over all totally recommend this business if you are looking for a fun day on the water in this area!

This boat ride was so worth it we may do it again this week. Due to timing we did the last cruise…read more Captain Mike has a beautiful boat that seats 6 passengers comfortably. He gave us some history of the area, showed us some incredible views of the bridges, the homes, and the sunset..even taking photos of us. We really enjoyed this excursion.

Captain Joe took us on a wonderful 3 hour boat trip. He was knowledgeable about the area, made sure…read morewe were comfortable and asked if there was anything specific we wanted to see and do. We saw dolphins jumping through the wake of the boat and he found manatees, which is difficult and rare. We stopped at a sand bar for shelling and swimming, and overall a great time on the water, and well worth it!

Topwater Kayaks is top notch! It is conveniently located conveniently inside Fort DeSoto with…read moredirect water access (no hauling kayaks to a launch spot, no dredging through a crowded/murky marina). We rented 2 paddle boards and 3 single kayaks this morning and headed out for a very lovely morning on the water! This was our first trip out of this area, and it appears to be quite popular with kayakers and paddle boarders. The scenery is all nature and all beautiful, shallow water that was a little on the murky side today until we got out of the mangroves and into more open water where the bottom was visible. The launch area is secluded and surrounded by mangroves, and the sights are beautiful from the minute you launch. On our way out, we saw a bright red water snake and some crabs along the shore. Along our kayaking route, we spotted lots of small fish, friendly cormorants, manatees, and (possibly) a large tarpon. We saw a quite a few manatee snouts poking up from the water along our route, which was very cool...to see them, you kind of have to sit quietly and still for a bit and skim the water. Something very large got spooked under my son's kayak causing a huge stir in the shallow water, which scared him half to death and for a moment we thought he'd actually tipped over. The guys at the rental counter said it was most likely a large tarpon. They (the staff) were GREAT...super helpful and super friendly. They provide all the equipment you need, single or double kayaks, paddle boards, oars, life jackets, bottled water available. Don't forget to bring a water resistant Bluetooth speaker, towels, and some sunblock. We will definitely be returning to Topwater soon!

Went there today - was told not one bike was working. And we had to make reservations online. It…read moreclearly states on their websites reservations are not allowed. What a waste and a joke of a company.

I absolutely love spending a day out on the water with Chad!! Whenever your out with him the stress…read moreand world melts away and all you can focus on is fun, nature, beauty, and wanting to live in the moment on that rope swing forever!! I live in Florida, own my own boards and kayaks, but I find it easier and a ton more fun when I all I have to do is have bring a spare change of clothes. I don't have to prep the night before, wake up in the dark to load up multiple vessels, drag cranky people outta bed, stop 20 times to pee and such, sleep in the truck until the gate opens, remember I forgot stuff so I have to buy it there or locally at higher cost, keep track of said people and things, or have to go back through that process at the end of the trip. I'm exhausted thinking about it. For a few hundred I took my outta town family 7 to The Chassahowitzka!! Chad provided all of the drinks, lunch, snorkel gear, paddle equipment, knowledge of the area and wildlife!! While we were out we encountered a family of manatees, he educated everyone about the rules, endangerment, and life of these beautiful sea cows. I just can not say enough about how much fun and relaxation I get when I paddle with Chad. I recommend him to everyone! Chadillac Adventures is animal, veteran, disability, LGBTQ, and children friendly, so you don't have to worry about if he's cool with your lifestyle. Check him out for yourself, you won't be disappointed!!

Best charter cap around. He's friendly, good personality, and will take you to THE best spots in…read morethe area. Great boat w plenty of seating, tunes, coolers, lily pad, sup boards...what more could ya want??