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

“Very nice tour, you get to see St Pete from the water, experience the clear and warm waters of the gulf of Mexico with white sandy beaches. You get to see engineering at its best in the form of the many bridges you go under.…”

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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

“Great experience! Nole was very knowledgeable and not corny like some captains can be 😂 he got in the water with us to show us some cool sea creatures and let us decide where we wanted to go for the day. He was super professional…”

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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

“This trip was fantastic! The food was delicious. Loved the all you can drink too! And we saw a lot of dolphins! The servers were so nice. We are definitely doing this again!”

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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

“LED kayaking was so much fun, the waters were calm and the glow made it look so cool. There was plenty of catfish following us. Very interesting and fun adventure.”

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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.

“The captain was very nice and funny loved to joke around. Very informative about the area and tried to show us as many wildlife birds and dolphins as possible. Showed us many beautiful homes and boats and their history It was cooler today and windy…”

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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

“Great ride out in the gulf with spectacular views and dolphins. The captain was kind and very informative and a great photographer. The boat was comfy and ready to just relax and enjoy.”

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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

“We had a fun trip to Shell Key with all ladies running the show! Captain Robin was fun and informative. Mate Leah was fantastic and made us necklaces with out shells on the way back to the dock. Fun day!”

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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

“It was a great experience loved the gopher tortoises but enjoyed the beach and just relaxing the captain of the boat Robin was excellent”

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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

“While we truly enjoyed the excursion, it was way more boat ride than shelling adventure. Captain Graham was great we were just expecting a longer time on the island. We did see dolphins several times and found some nice shells, just wasn't what we were…”

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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

“Cocktails are not included. Not sure of the tip sign telling you how much you should tip. Kind of tacky! Maybe just say tip if you think we are doing a good job. I probably would of tip more if that sign wasn't telling me…”

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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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