727-742-2277
- Avoid the crowds with a semi-private dolphin cruise to Shell Key in spacious comfort.
- Leisurely and calm ride through the St Pete residential waterways and smooth waters of Boca Ciega Bay and the Gulf.
- See dolphin and manatees up close on your way to Shell Key.
- Explore Shell Key Island, snorkel for really cool shells.
- Coolers welcome, all adult cocktails welcome. We provide free bottled water.
Our guided dolphin cruise leaves from the Tierra Verde Marina in St Pete, and takes you through the calm, shallow waters of Shell Key where wild dolphins are frequently seen swimming, playing, and riding alongside the boat. Guests often spot manatees, rays, sea birds, and other Florida marine wildlife during the tour. Manatees are very prevalent in the warmer months, but dolphins are a year-round feature of our tour. Your dolphin cruise also includes time to snorkel and explore the pristine shores of Shell Key, a protected nature preserve filled with marine life such as hermit crabs, conchs, and horseshoe crabs.If you’re searching for the best dolphin cruise in St. Pete, Island Ferry’s Shell Key adventure is a top-rated choice for families, couples, and wildlife lovers.
Island Ferry's dolphin cruise is not a drop-off service, but instead the boat stays at Shell Key with you for the entire time. You can take a break from snorkeling and shelling, and sit on our shaded boats with a cold drink. And while you and your family are in the water, the Island Ferry crew stands watch on lifeguard duty. So we keep everyone safe! We provide the snorkel gear and the floating noodles. You bring the food and cocktails! Store your items in our coolers (already packed with ice).
PLEASE NOTE: We have 4 vessels. If you are travelling with another group, please be sure to book your reservation under the same name if you expect to travel on the same boat with another group who as also booked this tour. Otherwise we cannot guarantee that you will travel together on the same boat.
Details
-
Departs from the Tierra Verde Marina in St Pete:
-
CDC COMPLIANT SEMI-PRIVATE TOUR.
-
$64 per person.
-
Departs every day, 7 days a week approximately 1 hour before sunset.
-
Trip duration is approximately 2 hours.
-
Free parking at the Tierra Verde Marina Resort in St Pete.
-
Bring your favorite bottle of wine and snacks. We have coolers!
-
You can buy your tickets online, or by phone!
-
Cancellations: No refunds for cancellations less than 48 hours before your scheduled departure. No refunds for "no shows". We give FULL refunds if Island Ferry cancels for inclement weather.