St Petersburg, Florida

15 Best St Pete Dolphin Cruises

The dolphin runs from John’s Pass and the beaches: small-group eco cruises with snorkel stops, the Dolphin Racer’s speed version and resident pods that perform unpaid. Tampa Bay’s dolphins are year-round locals; the captains know the home addresses.

1.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.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“We took this tour at the end of June. There was limited amount of sea life. …2 dolphins and 2 sea manatees. The sea life and shelling wasn’t as great as on our Hilton Head trip during the same month last year. The captain was…”

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2.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

“Loved our experience! Saw LOTS of dolphins, Kirsten + Captain Jim were great, our 2 year old LOVED it. PLENTY of time on the water.”

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3.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.

“Parking is across the street from the tour company's meeting place. I didn't know the area and wound up parking in the very expensive ParkMobile-serviced open lot just across the street to the side of the much more reasonable parking garage, which I did not…”

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4.St. Pete Beach Dolphin Racer Adventure

Enjoy a 1.5-hour boat ride from St. Pete with live commentary, chances to see dolphins, and stunning views of beaches and skylines—great value for families and wildlife lovers.

★ 4.5

“A great experience- better than any dolphin event in 30 yrs. The dolphins jumping out of the water near the boat was simply amazing. Captain and team were very nice. Captain gave us a tour along the way- in a fun and relaxing way!”

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5.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

“Hunter did an excellent job and was very personable. He was able to find the areas where the dolphins hang out and we were able to see several, mostly babies, on the tour. This is a smaller boat and because of the waves you need…”

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6.St. Pete Dolphin Watching and Shelling Adventure

Experience dolphins, shells, and scenic views on a 3-hour boat tour in St. Petersburg. Perfect for wildlife lovers and shell collectors alike.

★ 5.0

“Had a great trip! Boat was super clean, staff friendly and informative, lots and lots of shells as well as some sand dollars and starfish. Definitely will go again if in the area.”

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7.Saint Petersburg Eco Segway Tour

Discover St. Petersburg, Florida on this eco-friendly 2.5-hour Segway tour. Visit Sunken Gardens, see wildlife, and enjoy personalized guided insights.

★ 5.0

“We loved our Segway historic tour with Doo. She was soooo knowledgeable, fun and showed us all the great spots. She helped us to see the dolphins and got the birds to dance in the sunken gardens. She took lots of pics for us and…”

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8.Dolphin Tour in St. Pete Beach

Experience close encounters with dolphins, manatees, rays, and sea birds on a 90-minute boat tour in St. Pete Beach. Expert guides, stunning wildlife sightings, and great value.

★ 5.0

“Fun, relaxing, great scenery. We seen lots of dolphins playing. We even were able to watch dolphins swim after food fish, which was amazing to see in-person.”

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9.Egmont Key Snorkeling Dolphin Tour

Discover the Egmont Key Snorkeling Dolphin Tour from Madeira Beach for 4 hours of wildlife viewing, snorkeling, and island history with knowledgeable guides.

★ 5.0

“We had a great experience! Captain Keegan was wonderful and informative. We will definitely do it again if we fine ourselves in St.Pete’s.”

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10.4 Hour Egmont Key Island Tour With Dolphins & Snorkeling Included

Experience a 4-hour boat tour from St. Petersburg to Egmont Key with dolphin sightings, snorkeling, and beach exploring—great value for nature lovers.

★ 4.5

“Solid value, Besides the beauty of the destinations on this trip the guides made sure we were able interact with various sea life. Even when conditions were challenging they went above and beyond finding the right spots to explore. The dolphins were a lil shy…”

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11.Guided Kayak EcoTour of Beautiful Shell Key Preserve

Discover Shell Key Preserve with this guided kayak eco-tour. Paddle through mangroves, relax on beaches, and spot dolphins for a memorable nature experience.

★ 4.5

“Very accommodating, anyone could do it. Nick was wonderFULL, very patient and knowledgeable. This tour was not only a hit for our family visiting us, but was also a hit for our 10yro. A lot of stops. I love that he emphasized the importance of…”

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12.Private Boat: Island Cruise and Dolphins

Discover Tampa Bay with a private boat cruise that offers dolphin sightings, birdwatching, snorkeling, and optional island trips for an authentic coastal adventure.

★ 5.0

“Captain Justin was very fun and personable and a great boat driver. Took us tubing and that was the highlight!! So much fun and highly recommend!”

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13.Barrier Island, Shelling and Dolphin Tour in St Petersburg, Fl

Experience the beauty of St. Petersburg’s barrier islands with a 3-hour boat tour, dolphin sightings, shelling, and stunning Gulf views—perfect for nature lovers.

★ 5.0

“This was a great experience! Capt. Joe was so knowledgeable and a great guide. He really asked what we wanted to see/do and made it happen. Can’t wait to try another trip with him. Can’t recommend enough!!”

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More St Pete Dolphin Cruises

5.01-hour Dolphin Sightseeing Adventure Cruise from Madeira Beach$28.00 5.02.5 Hour Shell Key Island Adventure Including Dolphins And Shells2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$59.00 5.0Private boat offering dolphin watching, island excursions and nature tours3 hours (approx.)$400.00 5.0Private Dolphin & Architecture Tour in St. Petersburg, Fl$350.00 5.0Private Sunset and Dolphin Tour in St. Petersburg, Florida1 hour 40 minutes (approx.)$360.00 5.0Private 3-Hour Eco Tour with Island Hopping in St. Petersburg, FL3 hours (approx.)$545.77 5.0Madeira Beach – Shell Key – Dolphins – Half Day Private Boat Tour4 hours (approx.)$429.00 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-4.5 hour Private Snorkeling,Dolphin,shelling4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$525.00 5.0Dolphin Watching Intercoastal Cruise$28 5.0Tiki Time! A Public Cruise to Sandbars, See Dolphins or Sunset.2 hours (approx.)$79.00 5.0Fabulous Florida Sunset Tour Including Dolphins$65.00 5.0Private Shell Key Island Adventure Dolphins And Shells$650.00 5.02 Hour Private Dolphin Eco Bout Tour St Pete Beach Florida$395.00 5.0Private Dolphin Tours, Sunset Cruises personalized tours on the Gulf of Mexico$43.59 Manatee And Dolphin Tour$69.00 Private 4 Hour Shell Key Island Adventure Dolphins and Shells$950.00 2-Hour Clear Kayak Mangrove Eco Tours, St Pete$60.00 Explore Hidden Islands and Dolphins Jet Ski Adventure$225.00

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