Anna Maria Island Dolphin Tours — Dolphin Watching, Sandbars & Rentals

Anna Maria Island Dolphin Tours — Holmes Beach Boat Trips, Rentals, and Private Charters

Anna Maria Island Dolphin Tours provides a comprehensive selection of guided marine experiences around Anna Maria Island and the Gulf of Mexico. For visitors searching for "Anna Maria Island dolphin tours" or "Holmes Beach boat rentals," the company offers public dolphin tours, private charters, sunset cruises, sandbar excursions to Jewfish Key, pontoon rentals, jet ski rentals, and a 30-foot Tiki slide party boat.

Why choose these Anna Maria Island dolphin tours?

• Dolphin watching in the Gulf of Mexico and local back bays where guides look for playful pods.
• Sandbar trips to Jewfish Key for snorkeling, shelling, and shallow-water swimming.
• Private charters that let groups customize routes, stops, and timing.
• Pontoon boat rentals available for half-day or full-day outings on the bay or gulf.
• Jet ski rentals offering 90-minute guided rides through scenic backcountry waters.
• Sunset cruises including 1.5- to 2.5-hour options that showcase Anna Maria Island sunsets.

Popular trips and what to expect

• Private Island Adventure Tour: A family-oriented boat tour around Anna Maria Island featuring snorkeling, shelling, and guided exploration of small islands and sandbars.
• Public Dolphin Tour: A two-hour cruise focused on spotting dolphins and seasonal manatees while navigating back bays and grass flats.
• Public Sandbar Trip: Excursions to Jewfish Key for snorkeling, shell collecting, and shallow-water swimming.
• Pontoon Boat Rental: 24' pontoons for half- or full-day rentals suitable for groups who want to explore the bay or gulf independently.
• Jet Ski Rental: A guided 90-minute jet ski adventure exploring serene backcountry areas with sandbar stops.
• Private Sunset & Public Sunset Tours: Evening cruises aboard the Salty Dolphin and other vessels to watch vibrant Anna Maria Island sunsets.
• Private Tiki Slide Boat: A 30-foot floating party boat with a water slide and Bluetooth sound system for celebrations and group fun.

Locations and wildlife

Tours launch from Holmes Beach on Anna Maria Island, making them accessible to island visitors and nearby Gulf Coast communities. Routes travel through the Gulf of Mexico, back bays, and grass flats and often visit Jewfish Key and Egmont Key depending on the selected itinerary. Wildlife typically observed includes dolphins, seasonal manatees, and sea turtles; snorkeling and sandbar stops provide opportunities to view marine life and collect shells in clear shallow water.

Booking and trip types

Anna Maria Island Dolphin Tours offers public departures for shared experiences and private charters for customized outings. Pontoon rentals are available by the half-day or full day, while specialty options like the Tiki slide boat and guided jet ski tours provide unique group experiences. Gift a tour, reserve a family outing, or book a private celebration for a tailored marine adventure.

Keywords to know

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Book based on schedule availability and trip type to secure dolphin viewing, sandbar snorkeling, or a sunset cruise that fits travel plans.