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Dolphin Shelling Snorkeling Cruise in Tampa from St Petersburg
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Dolphin Shelling Snorkeling Cruise in Tampa from St Petersburg

by Charter Finders LLC.

3 hours
Madeira Beach
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3 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
$140.98$156.64Save 10%
2 guests × $70.49
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This dolphin shelling snorkeling cruise lasts between three and three and a half hours and departs from St Petersburg, with travel across Tampa Bay. The tour operates on a semi-private to private boat charter. Included are private transportation, snorkeling equipment, and a cooler with ice. The boat travels to Shell Key, an 1,800-acre wildlife preserve accessible only by boat. At Shell Key, there is a stop of 55 minutes for snorkeling and observing wildlife such as birds, hermit crabs, horseshoe crabs, sand dollars, shells, and occasionally fish. Dolphins appear on about 95 percent of trips, and manatees are sometimes seen. The captain attempts to encourage dolphins to jump behind the boat, but this cannot be guaranteed. Weather conditions affect snorkeling quality. Alcoholic drinks, bottled water, and valet parking fees are not included. The tour requires a minimum of four passengers to operate. Service animals are allowed only if all six tickets are purchased.

Highlights

About three to three and a half hours duration
Semi-private to private boat charter
Stop at Shell Key wildlife preserve for snorkeling
Private transportation included
Snorkeling equipment and cooler with ice provided
Dolphins seen on about 95 percent of trips

What's included

Private transportation
Use of snorkeling equipment
Cooler with ice

What's not included

Alcoholic beverages
Bottled water
Valet parking fee at hotel

Itinerary

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Shell Key wildlife preserve

Shell Key is an 1,800-acre wildlife preserve accessible only by boat. Guests spend 55 minutes here snorkeling and observing wildlife. Common sightings include birds, hermit crabs, horseshoe crabs, sand dollars, shells, and sometimes fish. Dolphins and manatees occasionally pass by. Weather affects snorkeling conditions.

55 min

Meeting point

We are located Directly behind Scully's on the boardwalk. Please wait on the boardwalk in front of our dock stairs.

End point

We are located Directly behind Scully's on the boardwalk. Please wait on the boardwalk in front of our dock stairs.

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–6 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Reachable by public transport
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
Suitable for all fitness levels
Service animals are allowed only if all six tickets are purchased.
A minimum of four passengers is required for the tour to operate; the operator may reschedule if this minimum is not met.
Total
$140.98Save 10% vs Viator