What to do and see in St. Petersburg, Florida (FL): The Best Boat Tours & Water Sports

Take an exhilarating tour on the Dolphin Racer!Watch as acrobatic bottlenose dolphin surf and dive alongside!This high-speed tour lasts between 1-1.5 hours beginning with a narration by the Captain and then leading into a breathtaking chase with nature as the speedboat picks up speed and looks for dolphin.The huge wake created by the Dolphin Racer attracts jumping dolphins.It's sure to be an adventure you will remember for a lifetime. Don't forget to bring your camera.

We offer daily excursions to Egmont Key Island. Egmont Key is a magnificent island just a few miles off shore at the mouth of Tampa Bay, in the lovely Gulf of Mexico. Accessible only by boat. Egmont Key is the GEM of the Bay Area and a Florida State Park. It is not to be missed on your vacation. Egmont Key's history dates back to the 1800's during the Spanish / American War era. Call and book your trip today for a truly memorable vacation experience and a fantastic day of Adventure and Excitement you will not soon forget. Just a few of the sights you may experience on your journey are pods of wild Bottlenosed Dolphins playing in their natural habitat, or a huge manatee gracefully swimming along side of the boat, stingrays, rolling Tarpon, numerous native birds, Gopher Tortoises, the Egmont Key Lighthouse, the soldier cemetary, and the ruins of old Fort Dade. It is our goal to provide a fun, affordable, memorable vacation experience in a safe environment that the whole family can enjoy. Call today for reservations.

Experience the adventure of a lifetime on our Speed Boat Tour! On this guided and narrated tour with a twist, you are the captain of your own speedboat. Follow our trained and knowledgeable guides to experience the best of both worlds - the THRILL of driving your own speedboat, and the safety of having a skilled guide introduce you to the beauty of the Florida coast. Located in serene Tampa Bay, this 1 hour tour will take you by beautiful National Wildlife Refuges and pass by the historic Fort De Soto Park. You may see pods of bottle nose dolphins, manatees, sea turtles, sting rays, and numerous varieties of local birds. No boating experience necessary! Book a tour today to guarantee an unforgettable experience for the whole family!

Retired Coast Guard veteran, Captain JD provides incredible opportunities for visitors to experience the beautiful Gulf of Mexico coastal environment aboard his 30' luxury research vessel. Customize your very own adventure, whether you are into snorkeling, fishing, marine mammals, island hopping or just a beautiful sunset on the water you will truly enjoy this experience!

Bada Bing Water Sports, located on our beautiful Waterfront in Downtown St. Petersburg FL Enjoy our new fleet of watercraft rentals at the Downtown Municipal Marina, which includes 2018 Yamaha Wave runner Tours, 2018 Yamaha AR 24 ft. Boat Tours, 21 foot Eco Friendly Electric Boat Rentals, Kayaks (Adult and Children) Rentals, Stand Up Paddle-board Rentals and a 52 Foot Yacht for Charter.

Departing from Maximo Park in St. Petersburg, Florida, Salt and Mist Sea Tours LLC offers private Dolphin, Barrier Island and Sunset Cruises on Tampa Bay, Boca Ciega Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. We also offer private, customized Sea Tours such as bachelor and bachelorette parties, shelling on Shell Key, swimming, island dining and much more!

Spanish Sardine Departs daily from O'Neill's. For your convenience Capt. Rafael can also pick up guests at The Don Cesar, The Magnuson, and other waterfront locations within a close proximity of the marina. All bait, tackle, and License included. The captain provides ice and water for guests. Spanish Sardine provides a fun family fishing experience. Kids of all ages are welcome and even the most novice angler will feel like a pro by the end of the trip.

Doo's Amazing Tours is the only premier mobile tour company that offers a variety of amazing tours at low everyday prices from Segways, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, Spring River and Preserve Bike Tours. We are a local tour company that is very knowledgeable about the local history and wildlife this beautiful city has to offer. So if you’re new to the area or have lived here for many years and you’re open to an amazing adventure or just want to meet a new friend give me a call sometime. We offer the best tours at the lowest prices.

Playin' Hooky Charters specializes in Private family charters. We cater to the avid angler but specialize in giving your family and kids that once in a life time experience. Never fished before? That's ok, with the help of Captain Adam and his first mates you'll feel like a pro after one charter. Want your child to love fishing as much as you? We'll make sure that your child has the time of their lives! We offer nearshore and offshore Gulf fishing as well as sightseeing,snorkeling, shelling and island-hopping excursions for both half and full days. Get Caught Playin' Hooky in St. Petersburg, FL!

We offer kayak tours in the serene natural environment of Shell Key Preserve. This nature preserve boasts some of the softest, whitest beaches in the United States with shallow crystal clear water filled with wildlife.