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

“Go for 4 hours instead of 2. It was the highlight of our trip to Florida. Noel was the best and made sure we had a great experience..thank you Noel”

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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

“The other people were noisy so I couldn’t hear everything she was saying. Since this was my second trip this week, I generally knew most of the information.”

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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.

“The boat captain was experienced and knowledgeable. He had a nice speaking voice and was pleasant to listen to. We saw dolphins and enjoyed the water. My only complaint was that because the tour before us was very late getting back, we were short-changed with…”

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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

“We saw so many dolphins on our trip. There were two babies that played in the wake and multiple adults frolicking about as they raced in the bay and gulf. It is well worth the money! Bring a camera and watch the magic happen!”

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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

“Nice ride from marina slip in Madeira Beach down to Shell Key Preserve. Good info about the area, the opportunities to charter and do other activities, local info on the sandbar, restaurants, things to do. Good anchor down and time allotted to snorkeling. A bit…”

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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

“This is a must do! Barry and Dylan, the boat captains, were so great! Very personable and knowledgeable about the area. They kept maneuvering the boat so we could see all the dolphins up close. When we docked on Shell Island, they put some Sunchill…”

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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

“Louisa was an awesome tour guide. She was friendly and very knowledgeable. Louisa made sure we were safe and answered any questions we had.”

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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

“Emily was the best guide ever! Took us very far out & got to see a lot of dolphins! Very worth it! If you are looking for something fun to do in town, this is the place!”

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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

“The views were spectacular. The islands Thad took us to was beautiful. Found some amazing shells and met some really nice people. Thad was a great captain.”

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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

“What had an amazing time and for 4hrs it was money well spent. We saw plenty of dolphins and wild life. I would skip snorkeling at the rocks and do it more at the island u see bigger fish that way and find a ton…”

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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

“Our tour guide Nick was very informative and knowledgeable. He took the time to share the nature we encountered along the way. It was an amazing way to end our trip. He went out of his way to give us a great experience while keeping…”

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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

“Super grateful Tyler was able to accommodate our last minute request/booking. Tyler was knowledgeable about the area and brought us to a beautiful sand bar. We even saw dolphins! Can’t wait to go back to st Pete and book again!”

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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

“Went out with some buddies to check out the dolphins and shell search. It was relaxing and a trip worth talking about. Captain joe was fun, extremely nice, and seemed very confident in his skills and knowledge as captain. He made sure we felt safe…”

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14.Dolphin /Shelling/Snorkeling tours Private Charters

Experience dolphin watching, shelling, and snorkeling around Shell Key with a family-friendly boat tour in St. Petersburg, offering stunning views and authentic fun.

★ 4.5

“The captain and his new assistant were amazing. They were very knowledgeable they made sure that we saw and would even turn around to get pictures of the dolphins. They were very quick to help with anything you needed be sure and bring something to…”

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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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