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Clear Kayak Paddling: Shell Key Preserve & Tampa BayPaddle a clear kayak through Shell Key Preserve near Tampa Bay with a guide leading you past mangroves, sandbars and dolphins: see straight down into the water the whole time.
- 6,699 reviews
- 4.97★
- Duration
- 2h
- start times · Every day
- 5
3-Hour Sunset Cruise St. Pete: Skyway Bridge Light ShowThree-hour evening boat cruise from St. Pete along the Intracoastal to Shell Key Preserve with a sunset stop at Sand Dollar Island and views of the Skyway.
- 2,388 reviews
- 4.94★
- Duration
- 3h
- start times · Every day
- 2
Shell Key Island Snorkeling Tour: Dolphins & Wildlife, Max 6Snorkel Shell Key Island and spot dolphins, manatees and rays on a semi-private boat tour with a maximum of 6 passengers.
- 1,649 reviews
- 4.87★
- Duration
- 2h
- start times · Every day
- 4
Recommended (7)
Kayaking at Shell Key with LED lights: Sunset to night glow
- 745 reviews
- 4.97★
- Duration
- 1h 30m
Jungle Prada Site History Tour: American Indian Mound St. Petersburg
- 635 reviews
- 4.97★
- Duration
- 2h
Dolphin Watching Cruise John's Pass: Guaranteed Sightings
- 576 reviews
- 4.87★
- Duration
- 1h 30m
St. Petersburg: Downtown Golf Cart Tour & Local Art Stops
- 573 reviews
- 4.94★
- Duration
- 1h 30m–2h
Kayaking Shell Key Preserve: Mangrove tunnels and sandbar
- 520 reviews
- 4.97★
- Duration
- 3h
Shell Key Shelling Cruise from John's Pass: Dolphins and seabirds
- 509 reviews
- 4.85★
- Duration
- 3h
Top rated (10)
Private Boat Charter St. Pete: Dolphins, Watersports & SnorkelingPrivate boat charter in St. Petersburg with captain, snorkeling gear and watersports equipment included. You pick the activity, the captain handles the boat.
- 118 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 2h
- start times · Every day
- 7
St Petersburg: Private Island Cruise & Dolphin WatchingPrivate boat cruise in St Petersburg with Captain Tyler. 2–5 hours exploring islands, dolphins, bird sanctuaries and sandbars. Tubing and snorkeling included.
- 106 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 2h
- start times · Every day
- 24
Saint Petersburg Segway Tour: 12-mile Eco Route Sunken GardensRide a Segway through Saint Petersburg's seawall and North Straub Park to spot manatees and dolphins.
- 140 reviews
- 4.99★
- Duration
- 2h 30m
- start times · Every day
- 2
Kayaking Shell Key Preserve: Mangrove tunnels & dolphinsThree hours paddling through mangrove tunnels in Shell Key Preserve with a local guide who knows where dolphins and manatees gather, shallow water.
- 186 reviews
- 4.98★
- Duration
- 3h
- start times · Every day
- 6
Madeira Beach Parasailing: 10-Minute Flight & Water ViewsParasail over Madeira Beach with 26+ years of captain experience and 200,000+ flights completed. Includes gear, 10–12 minutes airborne, soft water landing. Ages 5–95.
- 339 reviews
- 4.95★
- Duration
- 1h
- start times · Every day
- 8
St Petersburg Axe Throwing: 90-Minute Guided Session & CompetitionLearn axe throwing in St Petersburg with certified instructors at Hatchet Hangout. 90 minutes includes safety briefing, throws, and competition. No experience needed.
- 273 reviews
- 4.94★
- Duration
- 1h 30m
- start times · Every day
- 8
Shell Key Preserve Dolphin Watching and Island Sunset CruiseWatch dolphins along Shell Key Preserve on a 45ft catamaran, hunt shells at sunset, and pass under the Pinellas Bayway Bridge's cathedral tunnel.
- 268 reviews
- 4.94★
- Duration
- 2h 30m
- start times · Fri and Sat
- 2
St. Pete Dolphin Watching and Shelling Cruise: 3-Hour TourThree-hour dolphin-watching cruise from St. Pete with a stop at Shell Island for shelling and swimming. Includes onboard bar.
- 246 reviews
- 4.94★
- Duration
- 3h
- Fri
- 13:30
St. Pete Sandbar Party Boat: 21+ Day Cruise & Floating Bar50-foot catamaran to Eleanor Island sandbar with open bar, floating toys, and crew. 30-45 min cruise through John's Pass with hundreds of boats and shallow waters.
- 218 reviews
- 4.94★
- Duration
- 4h
St Petersburg E-bike Tour: Waterfront & Coffee BreakRide an e-bike along St Petersburg's waterfront, passing the Dali Museum and Albert Whitted Park, with a coffee break included on this 2.5-hour guided tour.
- 107 reviews
- 4.94★
- Duration
- 2h 30m
- Wed and Fri
- 10:00
Lowest price (10)
Dolphin Racer Adventure Cruise in St. Pete BeachDolphin watching boat cruise from St. Pete Beach with live captain narration and guaranteed dolphin sightings.
- 417 reviews
- 4.74★
- Duration
- 1h 30m
- start times · Every day except Wednesday
- 8
St. Pete Booze Cruise 21+: All-You-Can-Drink on the WaterSt. Pete Booze Cruise for ages 21+ aboard a 50-foot catamaran with open bar, passing waterfront estates.
- 64 reviews
- 4.89★
- Duration
- 2h–3h
- start times · Fri–Sun
- 3
St. Pete Yacht Cruise: Dolphins & Narrated SightseeingAfternoon sightseeing cruise on a luxury yacht through St. Pete's inland waters with live narration, dolphins to spot, and optional fresh-made lunch aboard.
- 89 reviews
- 4.29★
- Duration
- 2h
- Tue and Fri
- 12:00
Dolphin Watching Cruise John's Pass: The Big Blue BoatCruise the calm back bay waters of John's Pass on the largest dolphin watch boat in Tampa Bay: narrated tour with restrooms, snack bar.
- 468 reviews
- 4.75★
- Duration
- 1h 30m
- start times · Every day
- 3
Party Bike Tour St. Pete: 3 Bar Stops on a Trolley PubJoin a party bike tour through Downtown St. Petersburg with stops at three bars and a dog-friendly brewery, pedal, drink.
- 96 reviews
- 4.58★
- Duration
- 2h
- start times · Every day
- 9
Shell Key Ferry from Fort De Soto: 20-min Ride to IslandFerry to Shell Key from Fort De Soto boat ramp in Tierra Verde: a 20-minute crossing to an uninhabited barrier island where dolphins.
- 349 reviews
- 4.87★
- Duration
- 20m
- start times · Every day except Tuesday
- 3
Dolphin cruise St. Pete Beach: Boca Ciega Bay sightseeingCruise Boca Ciega Bay from Gulfport past the pink Don CeSar and Isla del Sol while watching for bottlenose dolphins, with bottled water and restroom access.
- 195 reviews
- 4.93★
- Duration
- 1h 30m
- start times · Every day
- 2
Kayaking Shell Key Preserve: Mangrove tunnels and wildlifePaddle through Shell Key Preserve's shallow mangrove islands and seagrass flats on a guided kayak tour from Tampa Bay, dolphins.
- 94 reviews
- 4.77★
- Duration
- 3h
- Mon–Sat
- 10:00
John's Pass Pirate Adventure Cruise: 90-Min SightseeingPirate-themed cruise from John's Pass in Madeira Beach on a 46-foot Coast Guard inspected ship with live guide.
- 232 reviews
- 4.74★
- Duration
- 1h 30m
- start times · Every day
- 3
Egmont Key Ferry from Fort De Soto: Dolphins & Island ShellingFerry to Egmont Key State Park from Fort De Soto Bay Pier. 45-60 minute ride with dolphin spotting, 3 hours on island for shelling and Fort Dade exploration. Daily service.
- 397 reviews
- 4.84★
- Duration
- 5h
- Every day
- 11:00
St Petersburg at a glance ✓ 2026-11-03
- Most booked: Clear Kayak Paddling: Shell Key Preserve & Tampa Bay, US$ 89 (2h, 4.97★ · 6,699).
- Top rated: 3-Hour Sunset Cruise St. Pete: Skyway Bridge Light Show, US$ 80 (3h, 4.94★ · 2,388).
- Best value: Shell Key Island Snorkeling Tour: Dolphins & Wildlife, Max 6, US$ 79 (2h, 4.87★ · 1,649).
Of the 69 experiences: 65 with free cancellation, 62 with instant confirmation and 50 bookable last-minute.