Fort De Soto Park, Florida

Experience the adventure of a lifetime and become the captain of your very own speedboat on this thrilling 2-hour tour out of Tampa Bay. Meet at the Tierra Verde Resort Marina to join a knowledgeable guide who will help you navigate your way out of the serenity of Tampa Bay and let you take control of your craft for a heart-pounding journey. Open the throttle and feel the wind in your hair and the sea beneath your wings, as you speed across the Gulf of Mexico. Sail past the beautiful National Wildlife Refuges and historic Fort de Soto Park. And look out for pods of bottlenose dolphins, manatees, gopher tortoises and numerous varieties of local birds swirling above.

Visit the Fort De Soto's Beaches in Tierra Verde on an e-bike tour. Join your guide as you cycle along sandy shorelines and discover the wildlife native to this part of Florida. Then, visit the historic fort and museum and learn about the park's history, dating back as far as 1,000 A.D. Meet your guide at the Fort De Soto boat ramps and set out on your guided e-bike experience. Cycle through a tunnel of trees and emerge on a waterfront bike trail. Follow the paved trail through the park, passing nesting Ospreys, shady oak trees, and a variety of mangroves along the way. Marvel at sandy beaches while learning about the park's many species of birds and native plants. Your guide will even teach you how you could live off the land. Then, arrive at Fort De Soto, where your guide will tell you all about the history of this area. Hear stories about native Americans, soldiers, and the construction of the fort before heading inside to explore the old military structure. View the remains of Battery Laidley and see the last four 12-inch M 1890-MI mortars remaining in North America. Climb to the very top of the fort where cannons are pointed at Tampa Bay, and enjoy sweeping views of the park and beyond. Cycle along a nature trail boasting spectacular views as you make your way back to the starting point, where your Fort De Soto Park cycling tour comes to an end. 

Experience some of the most beautiful islands in the world on this memorable and laid back 4-hour, beach tour. Perfect for family or a group of friends in town for a visit. We will visit the Historic Fort De Soto and Shell Key preserve. You can enjoy swimming, snorkeling, shelling or just lounging on the beach. Meet your guide at the meeting point, then hop into your private boat. Set off into the ocean to explore the vibrant nearshore waters of the Gulf of Mexico. We will then head to Shell Key Preserve and Fort De Soto. Learn about the shells you find, explore a historic lighthouse, snorkel in the crystal clear waters..