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.

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.

“Great overall experience. Dolphins were very polite. Staff were sarcastic, judgmental, and mocking of guests and bystanders (Captain Zach). Btw. Dolphins are indeed not fish.”

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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

“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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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

“We recently went on the Coastal Cruises dolphin watching and shell preserve beach excursion in St. Petersburg, Florida, and it was an absolute blast! From start to finish, the experience was engaging and fun for the whole family. The boat ride was smooth, and we…”

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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

“Great overview of a charming city-loved sunken gardens and guide knew a lot about the plants and birds”

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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

“We went on the tour for my husband's 50th birthday. The staff was so friendly and knowledgeable. They made it an awesome experience for all! We saw and learned a lot about birds, dolphins and even manatee! It was a great adventure!”

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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

“Nice experience & day. Kids enjoyed snorkeling even though visibility wasn’t the best. On the way back, got to see dolphins, captain slowed down and circled them for better photo opportunities. Nice little day! Definitely pack sunscreen, water & snacks.”

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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

“The crew was super nice and interactive. It was a nice boat ride filled with lots of dolphin sightings and two separate snorkeling locations. Exploring the island looking for turtles, the perfect shells and beautiful clear water was amazing. You get a lot for the…”

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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

“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

“For this specific tour we were lucky enough to see dolphins which was exciting, but we were especially looking forward to snorkeling without having to travel so far. The water was murky on shell island so we weren’t able to do it. Plus we got…”

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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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