St. Pete Dolphin Watching and Shelling Adventure

4.9(246)3 hFree cancellationBy Coastal Cruises

About this activity

Escape the mainland and join Coastal Cruises for a perfect day of Dolphin Watching and Shelling in St. Pete! Our three-hour tour starts with a slow 45-minute dolphin-watching cruise along the intercoastal waterways in St. Pete amidst the multi-million dollar waterfront homes en route to one of our favorite local shelling islands in Florida.

Once stopped at either Shell Island, guests will have up to an hour and a half to go ashore and enjoy the day the locals’ way swimming and exploring at one of these pristine shelling destinations!

Our boat has plenty of shade for those who aren’t quite as adventurous, so feel free to stay aboard, pick the crew’s brain on the local St. Pete area, take in the coastal views, or enjoy the satellite TV featuring your favorite game!

Upon departing the St. Pete shelling islands, we will have an opportunity to once again search for dolphins along the 45-minute intercoastal route back to the marina.

What's included

✓Bar On Board
✓Restroom On Board

Not included

✕Outside Alcohol Not Permitted
✕Guests are welcome to pack a snack or lunch to enjoy while stopped at the island

Meeting and pickup

Located at the SkyBeach Resort Marina. We have multiple marinas we operate out of, please reference your confirmation email for the location your reservation will be departing from. All locations are in St. Pete and are no more than ten minutes apart.
Located at the Gulfport Municipal Marina. We have multiple marinas we operate out of, please reference your confirmation email for the location your reservation will be departing from. All locations are in St. Pete and are no more than ten minutes apart.
Located at Slip 3 in Marine Max directly opposite the black gate. Approximately 5-10min from Treasure Island and St. Pete Beach

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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