Get Up And Go Kayaking – Tampa Bay Named Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best Winner for 2025

Clear Kayak Tour of Shell Key Preserve and Tampa Bay Area Recognized as a Top-Rated Tour in the United States.

Photo by Jimmy Fashner

Tampa, FL – July 27, 2025 – Get Up And Go Kayaking is pleased to announce today our Get Up And Go Kayaking – Tampa Bay franchise has been recognized in Tripadvisor’s® Travelers’ Choice® Awards Best of the Best for 2025, ranking No. #1 Nature & Outdoor Experience in the USA, #2 Nature & Outdoor Experience in the world, and #8 Overall Experience in the USA. The highest level of Tripadvisor’s awards, the Best of the Best winners are among the top 1% of listings around the world on Tripadvisor.

As the world’s largest travel guidance platform, Tripadvisor has unparalleled authority with travelers and diners. This award is based on genuine feedback from anyone in the community who has visited and left an authentic, first-hand review on Tripadvisor over a 12-month period, making it a valuable and trustworthy designation of travelers’ favorites. CEO of Get Up And Go Kayaking, Justin Buzzi, mentions that, “we couldn’t be more excited for our Tampa Bay franchise. They continually push the limits of what’s possible and they always put their guests and their staff first. With over 13,000 five-star reviews, it’s amazing what can be achieved with dedication, kind team members, and passionate guides!”

“It’s an incredible honor to be recognized among Tripadvisor’s® Travelers’ Choice® Awards Best of the Best for 2025, but the true reward is getting to share the beauty of Shell Key Preserve with so many amazing guests each year. This achievement is a testament to our team’s unwavering dedication, passion, and commitment to creating unforgettable experiences on the water” – Amber Buzzi, Owner of Get Up And Go Kayaking – Tampa Bay.

“Congratulations to Get Up And Go Kayaking – Tampa Bay on its recognition in Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best for 2025,” said Kristen Dalton, President, Tripadvisor. “Ranking among the top percentage of businesses globally means you have made such a memorable impact on your visitors that many of them took time to go online and leave a glowing review about their experience. Travelers rely on Tripadvisor’s Best of the Best lists to help them navigate the myriad things to see, eat and do across the globe. We hope this recognition continues to drive business to you in 2025 and beyond.”

Check out all the reviews and discover more about Get Up And Go Kayaking – Tampa Bay here: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g34607-d17712153-Reviews-Get_Up_And_Go_Kayaking_Tampa_Bay-St_Petersburg_Florida.html.

About Get Up And Go Kayaking – Tampa Bay

Established in July, 2019 – Get Up And Go Kayaking – Tampa Bay offers guided clear kayak tours to Shell Key Preserve, in Tierra Verde, FL. All of the Get Up And Go Kayaking – Tampa Bay guides are Guardian Guide certified by Save the Manatee Club, ensuring a responsible and educational experience. They prioritize Impact, Sustainability, and Experience as part of the broader parent company core values. Notably, they have received over 13,000 five-star reviews and also rated the best activity in the U.S. by almost 2,000 TripAdvisor reviews in 2021.

About Tripadvisor

Tripadvisor, the world’s largest travel guidance platform*, helps millions of people each month** become better travelers, from planning to booking to taking a trip. Travelers across the globe use the Tripadvisor site and app to discover where to stay, what to do and where to eat based on guidance from those who have been there before. With more than 1 billion reviews and contributions, travelers turn to Tripadvisor to find deals on accommodations, book experiences, reserve tables at delicious restaurants and discover great places nearby.

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*  Source: SimilarWeb, unique users de-duplicated monthly, January 2025

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