Relax, swim, and explore Florida’s famous sandbars on your own private boat.
Spend four private hours cruising Tampa Bay to swim, float, and explore shallow sandbars and nearby islands. Perfect for groups up to six, this BYOB charter often includes dolphin sightings and stops at Shell Key Preserve, Egmont Key, Weedon Island, and Bunces Pass.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Light physical activity: standing, wading in shoulder‑deep water, and short swims. Suitable for most active adults and children who can swim or wear provided life jackets.
Wildlife
History
Egmont Key features historic military ruins and a lighthouse; Bunces Pass provides access to Fort De Soto’s coastal history.
Conservation
Seagrass beds here are ecologically important—use reef‑safe sunscreen, avoid stepping on grass, and pack out all trash to protect habitat.
Pirate City LLC
Relax, swim, and explore Florida’s famous sandbars on your own private boat.
Pirate City LLC operates private boat charters in the Tampa Bay area, serving Tampa and St. Petersburg. Offering fully customized private boat charters, Pirate City LLC helps guests escape crowds and discover secluded islands with white sand beaches and Florida wildlife, including playful dolphins. The company’s Customized Private Boat Charter options let groups set their own pace, choose destinations, and focus on swimming, beach time, wildlife viewing, or photography.
In St. Petersburg, Pirate City LLC runs a Sunset/Dolphin Tour that combines a scenic cruise through canals and Tampa Bay with sunset viewing and dolphin encounters. This Sunset/Dolphin Tour is presented as an intimate, customizable experience suited to couples and families seeking memorable evening outings on the water.
Pirate City LLC is featured on The Adventure Collective, providing visibility to travelers researching private charters and dolphin tours in the region. Trip summaries emphasize private, customizable boating, access to secluded beaches, and opportunities to observe local marine life. Booking typically centers on private charters, tailored itineraries, and time on the water rather than fixed large-group schedules.
All trip descriptions and summaries focus on personalized service, scenic routes around Tampa Bay and St. Petersburg, and wildlife viewing opportunities. Pirate City LLC’s offerings are practical choices for visitors who prefer private boat access to coastal islands, quiet beaches, and dolphin watching during daytime or sunset cruises. Booking details, availability, rates, and safety information are provided directly by Pirate City LLC through their reservation channels and The Adventure Collective listing for planning ahead.
Tours Offered
2
Private charter and sunset dolphin tour
Service Area
Tampa • St. Petersburg
Local Gulf Coast routes
Sunset Cruises
Available
Evening dolphin sightings
Private Charters
Customizable
Tailored itineraries for groups
Reserve a customized private boat charter in Tampa or a sunset dolphin tour in St. Petersburg through Pirate City LLC’s listing.
Arrive Early
Plan to arrive 15 minutes before departure so the captain can brief the group and review safety procedures.
Sun Protection
Bring reef‑safe sunscreen, a wide‑brim hat, and UV clothing—the shallow water reflects extra sun.
Bring a Waterproof Bag
Protect phones and wallets: shallow, clear water and splashes make a dry bag essential for gear you want to keep safe.
Watch Tides and Wind
The captain selects destinations by wind and tide; expect possible changes to the itinerary for comfort and safety.
Reef‑safe sunscreen
Protects skin and local marine life while you spend hours on exposed sandbars.
summer
Personal flotation device (PFD)
Children 12 and under must wear life jackets; having a properly fitted PFD is essential for safety.
Waterproof dry bag
Keeps phones, wallets, and cameras dry during swimming and on-deck movement.
Snorkel set or mask
Light snorkeling gear makes the shallow seagrass flats fun to explore and photograph.
summer