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Set sail from St. Petersburg on a four-hour adventure to Egmont Key Preserve and witness a breathtaking sunset by the iconic Skyway Bridge. Experience coastal wildlife, historic island sights, and vivid evening hues on this stand-out Florida cruise.
Set sail from St. Petersburg on a four-hour adventure to Egmont Key Preserve and witness a breathtaking sunset by the iconic Skyway Bridge. Experience coastal wildlife, historic island sights, and vivid evening hues on this stand-out Florida cruise.
Book with The Pelican LLC
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Operated by The Pelican LLC · St. Petersburg, Florida
easy.
4 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels; mostly seated with short walking during island stop
The Pelican St. Pete offers limited wheelchair access; please contact the operator directly for arrangements.
Guests may bring their own snacks and beverages; check with the operator about any restrictions.
Common sightings include seabirds like pelicans and herons, plus occasional dolphins off the coast.
Swimming is typically not permitted during the stop due to time constraints and safety regulations.
Tours are scheduled to coincide with sunset times year-round, providing optimal lighting and experience.
Egmont Key is about a 45-minute boat ride from downtown St. Petersburg, making it an easy half-day trip.
Egmont Key served as a strategic location during the Civil War and still holds lighthouse ruins from the 1800s.
Egmont Key is managed as a wildlife refuge, emphasizing protection of coastal birds and native habitats while limiting visitor impact.
The Pelican LLC is a St. Petersburg, Florida boat tour operator specializing in small-group and private experiences departing from the St. Pete Pier. The company offers a range of guided trips on Tampa Bay, including sunset cruises, island visits, pontoon charters, and wildlife sightseeing aboard a spacious 60-foot boat and smaller pontoons. Popular departures include the St. Pete Pier Sunset Cruise, a two-hour trip past shorelines and the Sunshine Skyway bridge with opportunities to spot dolphins; the St. Pete Pier to Pine Key island escape featuring beach time and picnic options; the Pontoon Paradise private charters on a 6-person pontoon with flexible BYOB policies; A Day on the Bay sightseeing cruises showcasing the downtown skyline and local wildlife with an onboard bar for refreshments; and the Egmont Key + Skyway Sunset combo, which pairs island time at Egmont Key Preserve with a return trip past the Skyway Bridge lights at sunset. The Pelican LLC emphasizes personalized experiences and local knowledge, offering options for snorkeling, dolphin tours, and sunset viewing. The Pontoon Paradise product notes a qualified team to guide private charters, while larger boat tours provide spacious seating and refreshment service. Guests can expect scenic routes, wildlife viewing opportunities, and sunset vistas unique to Tampa Bay. The Pelican LLC operates from St. Pete Pier and focuses on delivering memorable, island-focused excursions for couples, families, and small groups. Tour durations vary, with offerings from two-hour cruises to four-hour island and sunset combos. Bookings depart from St. Pete Pier, including crew-guided narration.
Book with The Pelican LLC