Private Clearwater Kayaking: Paddle to Secluded Island

Paddle across calm water, then spend an hour on your own island

A 2.5-hour private kayak adventure from North Clearwater Beach takes you across the Intracoastal Waterway to a secluded spoil island where you have roughly an hour to swim, search for shells, play beach games and relax. The route passes waterfront homes and local wildlife—dolphins and manatees frequent these waters. Stable, beginner-friendly kayaks and a relaxed pace mean first-time paddlers enjoy it as much as experienced ones. Towels, snacks, cold water, a Bluetooth speaker and beach games are included; the guide adjusts the pace to your group.

The Experience

Two and a half hours sounds like a long paddle, but only half of it is on the water. You start at North Clearwater Beach and head out across the calm Intracoastal Waterway, moving at whatever pace suits your group. The stable kayaks are built for beginners—if you've never paddled before, the guide will show you what to do and keep things relaxed. As you go, you'll pass waterfront homes and tropical scenery, and there's a real chance you'll spot dolphins or manatees in the water around you.

Once you reach the spoil island, you leave the kayaks behind for roughly an hour. That's when the day becomes yours. Some people swim and search for shells. Others play the beach games that are set up for you, or just lie on the sand with music playing from the Bluetooth speaker you brought along. You can eat the snacks and drink the cold water included in the trip, or sit quietly and watch the water. There's no schedule once you're on the island—you decide what the hour looks like.

The paddle back is the same calm route you came in on. Everything is arranged so you show up ready to go: towels, water, snacks, games and the speaker are all there. The guide handles the logistics, and because the tour is private to your group, the whole thing moves at your speed.

What’s included

• Stable kayaks suited to first-time and experienced paddlers.
• towels and dry storage.
• cold bottled water and snacks.
• Bluetooth speaker for music.
• beach games on the island.
• a guide who adjusts the pace to your group's skill level.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelPets welcomeNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by 727 Watersports

Is this one for you?Book this private tour if you want to paddle yourself rather than sit in a group, and if you'd rather spend half your time exploring an island at your own pace than paddling the whole way—the split between water time and island time is what makes this different from a continuous guided paddle.

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Top questions

How far do I actually paddle on this kayak trip?

The route crosses the Intracoastal Waterway from North Clearwater Beach to the spoil island and back—roughly an hour and a half of paddling total across the 2.5-hour adventure, with the rest spent on the island itself.

What wildlife might I see while kayaking in Clearwater?

Dolphins and manatees frequently live in these waters and are commonly spotted during the paddle through the Intracoastal Waterway, though sightings are never guaranteed.

Is this kayak tour okay for someone who's never paddled before?

Yes—the kayaks are designed to be stable and beginner-friendly, and because every tour is private, the guide adjusts the pace to your group's skill level and comfort.

What happens on the island, and how much time do I get there?

You have roughly an hour on the spoil island to swim, explore, search for shells, play beach games, relax on the sand or simply enjoy the water—the guide brings beach games and a Bluetooth speaker so you can set the tone for your time there.

What's included in the price of this private kayak tour?

The tour includes towels, cold bottled water, salty and sweet snacks, a Bluetooth speaker, beach games and a cooler; you just need to bring yourself and your group.