Private Snorkel Charters, Dolphin Cruises & Sandbar Parties from St. Petersburg

Island Ferry of St. Pete — Snorkeling, Dolphin Watching & Sandbar Parties in St. Petersburg, Florida

Discover snorkeling trips, dolphin-watching cruises, and private sandbar charters offered by Island Ferry of St. Pete. Operating from St. Petersburg, Florida, the business focuses on short, accessible coastal excursions to nearby keys like Shell Key and Egmont Key. These trips are built for guests who want snorkeling, wildlife viewing, shelling, and relaxed sandbar time on dedicated boats.

Featured trips and experiences

• Private Snorkeling Charter: Egmont, Outback & Shell Keys — A 4.5-hour private tour with a dedicated boat and crew for snorkeling, swimming, and shelling at three islands.
• Dolphin-Snorkeling Cruise to Shell Key — Snorkel at Shell Key while observing dolphins, manatees, and rays in their natural habitat.
• Dolphin-Snorkeling Cruise to Shell Key (9AM) — Morning cruise with shaded boats, cold drinks, and crew on lifeguard duty to support safety during snorkeling.
• Sandbar Party - Private Charter — A 4.5-hour pontoon party with Bluetooth music, a floating bar, and ample cooler space for groups.

Why this is a great choice for snorkeling and dolphin watching

• Dedicated boats and crew for private charters ensure focused time at snorkeling sites like Egmont and Shell Key.
• Wildlife opportunities include dolphin sightings and chances to see manatees and rays near Shell Key.
• On-board amenities noted for specific cruises include shaded boats, cold drinks, lifeguard-duty crew, Bluetooth connectivity, and floating bar setups for sandbar parties.

What to expect on board

Guests can expect clearly described trip formats: private charters for groups seeking exclusive time at islands, and scheduled dolphin-snorkeling cruises for mixed groups. Snorkeling stops focus on coastal keys known for clear water and shelling access, while sandbar charters provide a beach-like environment on a pontoon with music and cooler space for food and drinks.

Planning tips for travelers

• Search for trips departing from St. Petersburg, Florida to find the Island Ferry of St. Pete schedule and options.
• Choose a private snorkeling charter for dedicated boat time to Egmont, Outback, and Shell Keys.
• Select the 9AM dolphin-snorkeling cruise if shaded seating, cold drinks, and on-duty lifeguard crew are priorities.

Keywords and search terms

For travelers searching online, relevant search terms include: Island Ferry of St. Pete, St. Petersburg snorkeling, Shell Key snorkeling, Egmont Key snorkeling, dolphin watching St. Petersburg, sandbar party charter, and private snorkeling charter Florida. Using these keywords helps visitors find trips that match interests in snorkeling, dolphin watching, shelling, and private sandbar gatherings.

Island Ferry of St. Pete connects visitors and local groups to Shell Key, Egmont Key, and nearby coastal areas for guided snorkeling, wildlife viewing, and private pontoon parties — all departing from St. Petersburg, Florida.