St Petersburg, Florida

15 Best St Pete Boat Tours

The rest of the fleet: shelling cruises to the preserve’s drifts, the Egmont Key ferry to a lighthouse island and glass-bottom night tours with LED-lit fish feeds. Egmont’s gopher tortoises and fort ruins repay the crossing.

1.Island Sunset and Skyway Light Show – 3hr Boat Cruise in St. Pete

Experience stunning sunset views, dolphin spotting, and the Skyway Light Show on a 3-hour boat cruise in St. Pete for a memorable evening on the water.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Awesome cruise!! This was my wife's favorite part of our St. Pete trip. The boat Captain and deck hand were funny and engaging. The boat was clean and the service was outstanding. We will remember these sights for the rest of our lives. Highly recommend.…”

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2.Small Group 2 Hour Dolphin Cruise with Snorkeling to Shell Key

Experience a 2-hour small group dolphin cruise from St. Pete Beach, with snorkeling at Shell Key Island. Spot wildlife, enjoy scenic views, and relax.

★ 5.0

“Wow what an experience. First of all our captain Meg was awesome. She was extremely knowledgeable about all of the wildlife we saw and was able to answer all of our questions. Having her background in Marine biology was a plus. We saw 3 dolphins…”

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4.Dolphin Quest – Sightseeing/Eco Cruise, John’s Pass, Madeira Beach, FL

Experience Madeira Beach’s dolphins and scenic homes on a 1.5-hour boat cruise. Perfect for wildlife lovers, families, and anyone seeking scenic views.

★ 5.0

“Wonderful cruise with lots of dolphins sighted and very well informed captain and crew to tell us about the surroundings and dolphins”

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5.Calypso Breeze Tropical Party Cruise

Enjoy a lively evening on the Calypso Breeze Tropical Party Cruise with tropical buffet, unlimited drinks, and scenic views of St. Pete Beach for around $56.

★ 4.5

“We did the buffet package with included complimentary wine, beer and their rum punch. It was great! We had a fun time and the food was really good”

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6.Semi-Private 2Hr. Sunset Cruise of St. Pete Beach

Experience a relaxed 2-hour sunset cruise from St. Pete Beach, exploring canals, spotting dolphins, and enjoying stunning water views in an intimate setting.

★ 5.0

“Noel was a very good captain and we got to see dolphins and all kinds of birds! He showed us the historic homes and where the hurricanes hit the hardest. Great ride!”

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7.Sharkeys Glass Bottom Fish Feeding LED Night Tour St. Pete Beach

Experience St. Pete Beach at night with LED-lit kayaks, birdwatching at mangroves, and feeding fish in Boca Ciega Bay—guided, safe, and memorable.

★ 4.5

“Went with the family in this fun little trip out and back for night time kayaking. Clear bottom boat, the light in the water and then gave us fish food to attract and see tons of fish was great. The kids loved it a lot.…”

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8.Dolphin Watching Nature Cruise and Eco Tour from Hubbard’s Marina in John’s Pass

Experience Tampa Bay’s wildlife on a 1.5-hour dolphin cruise from Madeira Beach with friendly guides, comfy boats, and plenty of wildlife sightings.

“We had a 6 year old, 5 year old and 2 year old with us and they loved it. The amount of time out on the water was perfect. We were super thankful there were bathrooms on board. Our captain and first mate were kind…”

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9.Sunset Cruise over the Gulf of Mexico

Experience breathtaking sunsets over the Gulf of Mexico with this 2-hour Madeira Beach cruise. Relax, enjoy wildlife sightings, and bring your own drinks.

★ 5.0

“Dolphin watching and sunset viewing! Awesome! We liked the smaller boat so we did not have to fight for seats!”

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10.Three Hour Shelling Cruise to Shell Key Preserve from John’s Pass

Explore Shell Key Preserve on a relaxing 3-hour cruise from Johns Pass, enjoying shelling, wildlife sightings, and scenic boat rides in St. Petersburg.

★ 5.0

“Captain Clearwater was great, very knowledgeable and easy to shoot the breeze with. He took us to an island to do some shelling and it was a bit crowded so we headed on out to another island a little more remote and bingo ! Great…”

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11.Egmont Key Ferry from Ft. DeSoto Park

Discover the charm of Egmont Key with a scenic ferry from Ft. DeSoto Park, including wildlife sightings, historic sites, and plenty of beach time for just $49.95.

★ 5.0

“The boat ride to and from was fun and relaxing. The guides were great. We saw dolphins and rays, plus beautiful scenery. The island itself was really nice and had tons of cool history and beauty. We saw tons of tortises and found lots of…”

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12.Dolphin Shelling Snorkeling Cruise in Tampa

Discover Gulf Coast wildlife on this 3-hour Dolphin Shelling Snorkeling Cruise from Tampa, featuring expert guides, dolphin sightings, and shelling fun.

★ 5.0

“Tim did a great job of getting us to see tons of dolphins and sand dollars! its great for a small group of people!”

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13.Shell Key Ferry from Ft. DeSoto Boat Ramp in Tierra Verde, FL

Experience a scenic 20-minute ferry ride from Ft. DeSoto to Shell Key, with ample time for shelling, swimming, and wildlife spotting in pristine surroundings.

★ 5.0

“Bring sunscreen and an umbrella for shade. There are no trees or shade anywhere. Bring a lot of water and snacks. Plan on walking a lot. Not everything on the Web site is the same in person. There are no places to rent anything, no…”

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14.4-Hour St. Pete Pier to Egmont Key Experience by Ferry

Discover Egmont Key on a 4-hour ferry trip from St. Pete Pier, with history, snorkeling, dolphin sightings, and stunning views under the Sunshine Skyway Bridge.

★ 4.5

“Great trip Crew were so efficient, friendly and helpful Everything was on time - a lovely boat ride & some nice swimming on the island”

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15.Pirate Adventure Cruise – John’s Pass, Madeira Beach, FL

Discover the family-friendly Pirate Adventure Cruise from Madeira Beach, offering engaging activities, stunning views, and great value for $42 each.

★ 4.5

“The boat was pretty small. It's great if you want an experience without a ton of other people. Be prepared to leave a tip for the crew - they do activities with the kids and work off the tips so have cash handy. We also…”

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More St Pete Boat Tours

5.0St. Pete Dolphin Watching and Shelling Adventure3 hours (approx.)$42.80 4.52-Hour Sunset Cruise Tour in St. Petersburg2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$66.67 5.0Egmont Key Snorkeling Dolphin Tour4 hours (approx.)$95.00 4.54 Hour Egmont Key Island Tour With Dolphins & Snorkeling Included4 hours (approx.)$79.00 4.5Daytime Yacht Sightseeing Cruise with Optional Dining$26.70 5.0Tiki Boat cruise to John’s Pass Sandbar, Madeira Beach.2 hours (approx.)$71.00 5.0Private Boat: Island Cruise and Dolphins2 hours (approx.)$534.00 5.0Barrier Island, Shelling and Dolphin Tour in St Petersburg, Fl3 hours (approx.)$420.00 4.5Dolphin /Shelling/Snorkeling tours Private Charters2 hours 15 minutes (approx.)$55.00 4.0Glass Bottom Kayak Mangrove & Sandbar Adventure in St. Pete Beach4 hours (approx.)$62.00 5.0St. Pete Dolphin Watching and Island Sunset Cruise2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$56.50 5.0St. Pete Booze Cruise 21+ (All You Can Drink Pass Available)2 to 3 hours (approx.)$32.10 5.01-hour Dolphin Sightseeing Adventure Cruise from Madeira Beach$28.00 4.5Scenic Sunset Cruise from Historic Johns Pass, Free Beer and Wine1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$49.00 5.0Premiere Private Sunset Cruise With Lights Of The Skyway Bridge2 hours (approx.)$350.00 4.5Daytime Yacht Dance Cruise with Optional Dining2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$40.77 5.0Shell Key Shelling Tour Discover Unique Treasures – St. Pete, FL3 hours (approx.)$65.00 5.0Sunset Cruise to Johns Pass, Madeira Beach, St Pete Beach2 hours (approx.)$82.00 5.0Dolphin Sunset Cruise with Drinks Included1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)$34.95 5.0Private 2-Hour Dolphin Watching Cruise in St. Petersburg, FL2 hours (approx.)$417.00 5.0Aqua Sol Adventures 2.5 Hour Private Snorkeling & Shelling tour2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$325.00 5.0Boat Tour For Sunset Cruise And Sunset Bridge Tour1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)$285.00 5.0Aqua Sol Adventures-4.5 hour Private Snorkeling,Dolphin,shelling4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$525.00 5.0Private Boat Charter to Johns Pass, Shell Key and Egmont Key$67

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