Adventure Brief
Paddle through St. Petersburg’s Coffee Pot Bayou on a 2-hour guided tour, spotting dolphins, manatees, and 30+ bird species amid historic waterfront scenery.
2 hours
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Paddle through St. Petersburg’s Coffee Pot Bayou on a 2-hour guided tour, spotting dolphins, manatees, and 30+ bird species amid historic waterfront scenery.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Basic balance and moderate upper body strength recommended
Wildlife
History
Many homes along Coffee Pot Bayou were built in the early 1900s, reflecting St. Petersburg’s growth as a coastal city.
Conservation
The area promotes use of reef-safe sunscreen and minimal disturbance to wildlife to preserve the fragile estuarine habitat.
Doo’s Amazing Tours
Paddle through St. Petersburg’s Coffee Pot Bayou on a 2-hour guided tour, spotting dolphins, manatees, and 30+ bird species amid historic waterfront scenery.
Doo’s Amazing Tours is a St. Petersburg, Florida tour operator specializing in outdoor Segway, paddle boarding, and mountain bike experiences that highlight the city’s natural and historic attractions. Based in downtown St. Petersburg, Doo’s Amazing Tours offers five distinct trips: the Eco Segway Tour, Scenic Segway Tour, Historic Segway Tour, Paddle Board Tour, and Preserve Bike Tour.
The Eco Segway Tour covers 12 miles of waterfront and parkland, including stops at the Gizella Palm Tree Arboretum and the Sunken Gardens, with opportunities to spot dolphins and manatees. The Scenic Segway Tour is a one-hour guided ride through downtown and along the waterfront after a brief training session. The Historic Segway Tour runs for two hours and pairs Segway travel with storytelling and archival photographs, ending with an optional visit to the Museum of History. The Paddle Board Tour is a two-hour guided excursion on Coffee Pot Bayou that emphasizes paddling skills while observing dolphins, manatees, and over thirty bird species near historic homes. The Preserve Bike Tour explores 245 acres of natural habitat across five ecosystems and includes wildlife observation and a stop at the preserve’s education center.
Each trip focuses on local sights, wildlife viewing, and easy-to-follow guidance; several listings identify Doo or expert guides leading the experience. Doo’s Amazing Tours markets these experiences to visitors seeking a mix of nature, scenery, and local history in St. Petersburg. Booking details and availability appear through Doo’s Amazing Tours booking channels and local tourism listings. Schedules vary seasonally and by tour.
Tours Offered
5
Guided outdoor experiences in St. Petersburg
Preserve Size
245 acres
Explore five distinct ecosystems
Longest Route
12 miles
Distance of the Eco Segway Tour
Tour Duration
2 hours
Paddle Board and Historic Segway tours
Choose an Eco Segway, Scenic Segway, Historic Segway, Paddle Board, or Preserve Bike Tour; booking details and availability are listed online.
Wear a life vest
Always wear a life jacket for safety, especially in tidal bayou waters.
Apply reef-safe sunscreen
Protect your skin and local wildlife with environmentally friendly sunscreen.
Bring a waterproof camera
Capture wildlife moments while keeping your device dry and protected.
Check tide schedules
Plan your paddle tour around low wind and favorable tides for calmer waters.
Stand-up paddle board
Stable board suitable for calm bayou waters enhances balance and comfort.
Life vest
Essential for safety in open water and recommended for all paddlers.
Sun protection (hat and reef-safe sunscreen)
Protects skin and eyes from UV rays during sunny Florida paddling.
summer
Dry bag
Keeps valuables and electronics dry on the water.