I made my hubs and pup go kayaking with me on a very early Sat. Morning. I enticed my hubs with…read morepromises of Domino's Pizza as a treat after - you have to be strategic and it's a mixture of give and take after nearly a decade together. This location is inside The Hyatt - lots of parking available and you will not be ticketed or towed - just need to check with front desk about where to park. We were going to go do SUP, but the waves were too choppy - even got caught up in an afternoon shower. We went with a single kayak per person - reserved for a couple hours. The process was so easy - just showed up with our Groupon or if they're not running one - you can easily book a reservation online at one of their many locations & pay ahead. The service was good - we chose our kayaks and she dragged them to the water and launched us after we got in. There are mangroves nearby if you're looking for a quiet spot, but it's not a lot of shade at all - mostly open water. Thankfully, we had a lot of cloud covers or else it'd be incredibly hot outside.

I've had 2 great experiences with SUP. I found them on Groupon and have enjoyed both times equally…read moreas much. Jake was very friendly and helpful during both visits, especially with the first timers of the group. During our two hour water adventure we not only saw the beautiful scenery of downtown Tampa but we also spotted some dolphins which was really great. A great and different way to see and explore Tampa Bay!

staff on the dock and ready to help you board. Give a quick call when you're ready to turn the boat…read morein and they're waiting to help you Park and assist you getting off. Great service.

My cousin is apart of the boat club and over the weekend we left from this dock. When I got there,…read morethe boat was ready for us and the staff was friendly and helpful. The parking is limited where you park on a dirt/grass area.

John Youngblood is an outstanding scuba instructor who genuinely cares about teaching rather than…read morejust selling gear. Unlike many others, he creates a judgment-free learning environment, making the experience enjoyable and stress-free. My girlfriend and I couldn't be happier with our experience--we highly recommend this dive shop to anyone looking to get into scuba diving. John never pressures you into unnecessary purchases and is truly dedicated to helping his students succeed. I'll always recommend this shop to anyone wanting to learn how to dive! Also his rental gear is the best of the best

Been to this shop several times and I just can't get enough of good things to say about everyone…read morethere. They are always super friendly, eager to help, and always willing to answer questions. I also went on a shark tooth dive with them and was extremely happy how professional they were and how they over emphasized safety. Will be diving with them again!

Kimberly was great for "us" meaning "me" as a newbie to Paddle Boarding. I have been practicing…read moreyoga for many years and last Saturday was my VERY first time on a paddle board. Even with the choppy water, Kimberly's instruction was easy to follow and her main concern was our safety! This made for a wonderful experience and I look forward to calmer water next time around... It is quite a workout! My shoulders, core and hips have assured me of that! Thanks Kimberly and WhatSUP! Kelley

If I could give zero stars I would... after walking around in circles I had to call the place to…read moresee where exactly we were supposed to check in because we already paid online to rent 3 bikes. On the phone they told me to go to the concession or to these two trailers in the parking lot. There was no one by the trailer so we go to the concession and the guy seemed kinda off put by the fact that we were there and didn't seem to of known we were coming. He opens up the trailer and fishes out two beach cruisers and we had to tell him we paid for three and he then proceeded to tell us that he didn't have another one but he had a mountain bike. We were like okay? He pulls out this rusty mountain bike that looked like it was on its last leg and that's when we just had to say we needed a refund because that is not what we paid for. They told us to text the number we had called them on a picture of our confirmation and that we were requesting a refund. Hopefully we will get our money back. Do not recommend. Maybe if they had bikes that actually worked and also something so simple as a sign letting you know where to go that advertised their services they would make some more money.

I've been out with Captain Dom now twice and both times were amazing ! He consistently puts you on…read morefish and is very knowledgeable of the local waters. We went out in a group of 3 with the goal of catching a bunch of fish for a fish fry . Captain Dom delivered ! Whether you're a beginner or an expert I definitely recommend booking with him if you're looking to catch some fish!

My 3 girlfriends and I decided to book Capt. Dominic for a charter this week. I knew he had a ton…read moreof experience growing up on the water and had seen tons of his catches. We met right at the ramp and headed out promptly at the scheduled time. Wind and water conditions weren't ideal, but he was able to get us into calmer areas and put us on the fish. We were able to catch a variety of different species like snook, trout, shark and snapper. We even ended up taking a cooler full home! His calm and patient personality made it a perfect trip for anyone wanting a chill day fishing! I highly recommend Dusk till Dom to anyone wanting to have a fantastic experience on the water! Nice boat and even nicer Captain!

Need to purchase a yacht? Then this is the place to go. They will really take good care of you…read moreand you will go away happy and content.

Shane Faunce is the go to guy for your next yacht, he is highly skilled in buying / trading and…read moremaking your dreams come true on the water. I have known Shane for many years and his reputation as a honest man and 5 star professionalism makes him stand out from all others. Please speak to Shane before you make your next purchase, you will be glad you did. Sincerely, Matthew Jerabek

Went in to get a prescription mask for my husband for his birthday and wound up talking to Mark,…read morewho convinced me that I should bring in my husband so he could find the mask that fit him best. We had a great time working with Mark and wound up getting a whole dive system from him. He has great patience, vast knowledge and experience and is funny, too! The shop is full service; from equipment to classes and dive trips. Ask for Mark, he'll take great care of you!

Gulf Coast Divers is located in a small plaza off N Dale Mabry and they are great if you're…read morelooking for a local, family owned dive shop that actually cares about their students. I just completed both my Open Water certification and my Nitrox class with them, the experience was solid from start to finish. The shop has a friendly vibe, you can tell they genuinely love diving and teaching. Matt and Jason were my instructors, and they were both informative, patient, and safety focused without making anything feel intimidating. They took time to explain the "whys" behind everything, not just the steps, which helped a lot with confidence and understanding. They were also very cautious in a good way always giving helpful corrections, and making sure everyone felt comfortable before moving on. Training days were a lot of fun, not as stressful as I imagined . Our dives at KP hole at Rainbow River State Park and Devil's Den were well organized and ran very smoothly. They balanced learning with fun. If you like supporting local businesses and want instructors who are knowledgeable, safety focused and that still make the experience enjoyable I'd recommend Gulf Coast Divers. Great people, great training, and a great overall experience.

I am so glad I found Calypso Diving of Tampa! I originally went in to learn more about scuba diving…read moresince I am going to the Great Barrier Reef next year. Everyone was so nice and treated you like family. That is when I realized this is where I wanted to get my open water certification. I met Dan the instructor for the first time on day one. He was personable, patient and genuinely wanted to get to know us. What I appreciated the most was that he always reiterated that he would go at our pace and would not rush us. He constantly checked in through out the process and made it fun. Dan also mentioned a good mask was very important, which I learned very quickly in the first open water dive. That day I drove to Calypso and Rob helped me find the perfect mask. Day two of open diving at rainbow river was an experience I will never forget. I truly appreciate all the staff I have met there and look forward to future dives with the Calypso family!

There is more to a modern dive shop than sales or even the training of new divers. Calypso gives a…read moremore than fair break when it comes to the former and is among the most conscientious, professional and safety-minded when it comes to the latter. You won't go wrong if this is where you decide to get certified, re-certified or make a great purchase. But modern dive shops should do more than these admittedly essential tasks. They have an obligation to grow the sport and make possible exceptional adventures to the diving community. Larry does exactly that. Calypso arranges for local dives to hunt for Megalodon teeth and trips to the East Coast for diving adventures in the Atlantic. They also regularly offer impressive trips that take divers around the world. Recently my wife and I joined Larry and Laura on a dive trip to Puerta Galera in the Philippines. The planning and execution was exceptional with divers being able to get in as many as five quality dives a day. Every aspect of the trip was first rate and something remarkable was experienced on every dive. In part this was due to the high quality care of the resort and their staff, but also to the first-rate attention to detail of Larry. So, if you are looking for a dive experience that is world-class and out of the ordinary, take a close look at what Calypso is offering. If you don't, you may be missing the opportunity of a lifetime.