My husband and I went on the mangrove tour with Michelle as our guide. She was very friendly and informative being sure to point out all she saw both in the water and above. We saw starfish, conch in it shell and egg-sacs, many different size sponges, along with a variety of birds. Would definitely do it again and next... More

We went on a tour today with Michelle as our guide. The scenery was amazing and Michelle did a great job of pointing out all of natures wonders, from the birds, star fish and a little history sprinkled in. We stopped at a sand bar and she showed us a large conch, horseshoe crabs and other aquatic wonders. We will... More

Amazing must do the park is scenic too many trails. Overall 5 out of 5 stars and Michelle rocks and knows her stuff. She also has passion and appreciates the nature.

We had a wonderful tour. This is a beautiful scenic tour, hands on experience and then up close and personal with the manatees! Our tour guide was fun, intelligent and made sure we all enjoyed ourselves. I hope if you are thinking about doing this - that you decide to you will not regret it! Thank you to you and... More

We booked a last minute Mangrove tour during our recent vacation to the Gulf. SHAN-T was accommodating to our needs and the tour was fun, with just the right amount of education and adventure. The reason for booking at the last minute was that a member of our party of four, Lt. Dan, had to be badgered, begged and practically... More

I have to say this was one of the most worth while experiences of our trip to Anna Maria Island. While on the tour out we came across all kinds of wildlife (manatees, queen conch, manta rays, pelicans, herons), but the sunset was beautiful and then while coming back the moon was full and beautiful. I have to say i... More

Kyle and I went out with Michelle yesterday morning and it was wonderful. You could not ask for a better way to start the day then kayak out on the water. Michelle was great and there was lots to see. Weather was wonderful and Michelle took us in and out of mangrove and the open water. A fun thing to... More

What a wonderful time we had on the mangrove tour. Mark was very informative and stayed out with us for over 3 hours. We learned so much about the mangroves and sea life. This was our favorite activity of the week and we would highly recommend it. We will do this again the next time we're here for a visit.... More

Me and my wife had a great day yesterday on the Exotic Mangrove Tour. It lasted about 3 hours an went through the mangroves at Emerson Point Preserve and part of Tampa Bay. It was exciting and very informative too, thanks to our guide Mark. I would recommend this tour to anyone staying at Bradenton/Holmes Beach.... Thanks again, Andreas