{"product_id":"solo-kayak-rental-8-hours","title":"Kayak Rental Solo Full-Day (8 Hours)","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore Florida’s waterways at your own pace with an 8-hour solo kayak rental. Paddle through mangrove tunnels, look for local manatees and dolphins, or add a fishing rod to your trip. Pickup and delivery are available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTandem kayak rentals are also available. Contact us for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePickup and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$60 customer pickup and return:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best if you have a vehicle equipped to transport the gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$65 delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivery and pickup to most major paddling locations across the Pinellas Suncoast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery areas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fort De Soto Park \u0026amp; Campground, Weedon Island Preserve, St. Petersburg, Tierra Verde, St. Pete Beach, Treasure Island, and Madeira Beach.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRental details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-hour full-day rental.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 person, solo kayak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKayak:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10-foot sit-on-top style; color may vary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecurity deposit:\u003c\/strong\u003e $50, fully refundable when the kayak and gear are returned in the same condition as rented. Arranged directly with you, separately from the $60 Shopify checkout charge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIncluded with every rental\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight kayak paddle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSCG-approved life jacket (PFD).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafety whistle clipped to the life jacket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOptional fishing rod add-on\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAsk to add a rod when booking if you plan to fish from your kayak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat to bring\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater, snacks, and sun protection such as sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater shoes or sandals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA waterproof case or bag for personal items.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Florida fishing license if you add a fishing rod. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gooutdoorsflorida.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGet a license from Go Outdoors Florida.\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRecommended paddling locations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose one of these or choose your own location.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e1. Weedon Island Preserve (St. Petersburg)\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to see and do:\u003c\/strong\u003e Winding mangrove tunnels and the 4-mile South Paddling Trail loop, with opportunities to see manatees, dolphins, herons, and roseate spoonbills.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFishing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nearby shallow-water grass flats are popular for snook, redfish, and spotted seatrout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaddling tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check the tide chart for your rental period. High or rising tide helps you navigate the mangrove tunnels without getting stuck in shallow water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e2. Tierra Verde \/ Shell Key Preserve\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to see and do:\u003c\/strong\u003e Explore the gateway to Shell Key Preserve, with open water, barrier-island beaches, and mangrove spots. Look out for dolphins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFishing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Channels, passes, and grass flats around Tierra Verde offer opportunities for snook, trout, redfish, and tarpon during warmer months.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy paddle here:\u003c\/strong\u003e A mix of sheltered grass flats and access to beaches reached by water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e3. Fort De Soto Park \u0026amp; Campground\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to see and do:\u003c\/strong\u003e The campground area has a sheltered paddling trail through calm estuaries and mangroves, a family-friendly option away from rough gulf waves and boat wakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFishing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paddle the calm backwater bayous near the campground launch or head farther toward the flats near the historic fort.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy paddle here:\u003c\/strong\u003e Campers and families can launch near campsites or boat ramps into protected water.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sunshine City Outfitters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67598058619117,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0667\/9307\/9021\/files\/20251222_175956_fd449d4a-cd5b-4ede-b4b7-4eeca7f80cbb.jpg?v=1790723262","url":"https:\/\/sunshinecityoutfitters.com\/products\/solo-kayak-rental-8-hours","provider":"Sunshine City Outfitters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}