Half-Day Sunset Catamaran Adventure in Tampa Bay — Sail to Egmont Key & Fort De Soto
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; participants should be able to swim short distances and climb a ladder aboard.
Overview
Board a private 42' Bali catamaran from Demens Landing and spend four hours sailing Tampa Bay toward Egmont Key and Fort De Soto. Swim, snorkel, paddleboard, and finish with a Gulf-side sunset while a licensed captain and crew handle the details.
Half-Day Sunset Catamaran Adventure in Tampa Bay — Sail to Egmont Key & Fort De Soto
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The sun leans low over Tampa Bay, painting the water a lacquered gold as a 42-foot Bali catamaran pushes off from Demens Landing. Wind fills the twin hulls and the steady hum of the engine becomes a private soundtrack; a captain and first mate move with practiced calm, handing you a cold drink and the choice to jump straight into clear water or climb the trampoline and watch gulls wheel above. For four hours the mainland slackens its grip — the skyline slides aft and the bay rearranges itself into sandbars, seagrass flats, and two islands that feel like their own small countries.
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Adventure Tips
Arrive Early
Get to Demens Landing 15 minutes before departure to check in and secure a good spot for boarding.
Use Reef-Safe Sunscreen
The operator supplies sunscreen, but bring reef-safe formula to protect seagrass beds and marine life.
Bring a Waterproof Bag
Protect phones, keys, and cameras from spray and while swimming; a dry bag makes snorkeling easier.
Take Motion-Sickness Precautions
If you’re prone to seasickness, take medication before boarding and choose a mid-boat seat where motion is minimized.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Bottlenose dolphins
- West Indian manatees
History
Egmont Key contains a Civil War-era fort and lighthouse and served as a coastal defense site; Fort De Soto’s shoreline has been protected for recreation since the early 20th century.
Conservation
Operators encourage reef-safe products and enforce no-landing rules on sensitive beaches; keeping distance from wildlife helps reduce stress on marine mammals and nesting birds.
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Recommended Gear
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects your skin and the bay’s sensitive marine ecosystems.
summer specific
Swimsuit and quick-dry cover-up
Needed for snorkeling and comfortable for the boat ride; cover-up helps with sun and wind exposure.
summer specific
Waterproof phone case or dry bag
Keeps electronics and valuables dry during swims and in splash-prone conditions.
Polarized sunglasses and brimmed hat
Reduces glare for spotting wildlife and protects eyes during long stretches of sun.
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