Cruise the emerald waters around Anna Maria Island with Coastline Excursions. Spot dolphins, manatees, and collect shells on a shallow sandbar during this private 2-hour marine adventure.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels including families with children
Wildlife
History
Anna Maria Island has a fishing heritage dating back to early 20th century settlers and remains a hub for sustainable coastal communities.
Conservation
Coastline Excursions emphasizes responsible wildlife viewing and encourages practices that minimize disturbance to local habitats and marine species.
Coastline Excursions
Cruise the emerald waters around Anna Maria Island with Coastline Excursions. Spot dolphins, manatees, and collect shells on a shallow sandbar during this private 2-hour marine adventure.
Coastline Excursions operates guided boat trips and snorkel experiences around Egmont Key and Anna Maria Island in Florida. Featured on The Adventure Collective, the company specializes in short shore excursions and private charters that range from two- to eight-hour outings.
Trips include scheduled group excursions and private options, with itineraries highlighting historic Fort Dade, Florida’s oldest working lighthouse, shallow sandbars, and sheltered emerald waters ideal for marine wildlife viewing.
Coastline Excursions offers multiple formats: two-hour Anna Maria Island cruises for dolphin and manatee sightings; two- to four-hour and three- to four-hour Egmont Key excursions that combine island exploration with snorkels among the sunken ruins of Fort Dade; and private six- and eight-hour custom trips for extended cruising or snorkeling.
Every trip description notes specific wildlife and points of interest, such as gopher tortoises on land and vibrant sub-tropical fish in the reef and wreck sites. Safety and clear trip details are central to Coastline Excursions’ offerings: each product summary lists duration and activities so guests can choose the right excursion. The company’s focus on natural and historic sites supports responsible visitation of a National Wildlife Refuge and local island habitats. For travelers seeking guided snorkeling, wildlife viewing, or private full-day outings around Egmont Key and Anna Maria Island, Coastline Excursions provides straightforward options, transparent trip summaries, and a range of durations to match visitor priorities. Booking information, departure points, and gear recommendations are provided on each trip listing to help guests prepare and select the appropriate experience before their arrival.
Tours Offered
7 tours
Egmont Key and Anna Maria itineraries
Typical Duration
2–8 hours
Short cruises to full-day private trips
Wildlife Highlights
Dolphins & manatees
Plus gopher tortoises and sub-tropical fish
Destinations
Egmont Key & Anna Maria
Historic Fort Dade and island waters
Select a 2–8 hour trip or private charter and secure a date for snorkels, wildlife viewing, or historic island exploration.
Bring sunscreen and a hat
The open water offers little shade—protect yourself from strong Florida sun during the cruise.
Wear non-slip footwear
Sandbar terrain can be slippery and uneven; sturdy shoes help ensure safe footing during shore stops.
Bring a waterproof camera or phone case
Protect your gear from splashes while capturing marine wildlife in vivid detail.
Stay hydrated
Carry a water bottle onboard to stay refreshed throughout the 2-hour cruise.
Sunscreen
Protect skin from intense Florida sun during open-water cruising.
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Non-slip shoes
Ensure safe footing on boat deck and sandy sandbar surfaces.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the 2-hour trip.
Waterproof camera or phone case
Keep electronics safe while capturing wildlife sightings.