The staff was incredibly attentive, friendly, and made sure everyone had a great experience from…read morestart to finish. The atmosphere was fun, everything was well organized, and I would absolutely recommend this to anyone looking for a memorable day on the water. I can't wait to do it again!

My Mom and I took Island Boat Adventures' Egmont Key tour on a Saturday, and it was one of the…read morehighlights of our trip! From start to finish, Captain John and First Mate Jennifer were outstanding hosts. They made everyone feel welcome and ensured passengers boarded and exited the boat safely at every stop. The tour included two stops at beautiful Egmont Key. First, we had the opportunity to snorkel and swim in the crystal-clear, warm Gulf waters. The snorkeling was fantastic, and it's easy to see why this area is known for its abundant marine life. Our second stop gave us time to explore the island's pristine beaches, nature trails, and fascinating history. Egmont Key is a true gem of the Tampa Bay area, with stunning scenery and plenty to discover. Throughout the trip, Captain John and Jennifer shared interesting facts about the island, local wildlife, and the surrounding waters. They went above and beyond to make sure we had memorable wildlife encounters. On the ride back, they helped us spot several dolphins, and we were incredibly lucky to see three manatees! Captain John carefully maneuvered the boat to a respectful and safe distance, allowing us to enjoy the rare experience of observing these gentle animals in their natural habitat. What impressed me most was the crew's professionalism, knowledge, and genuine passion for showing guests the beauty of the Gulf Coast. After more than 15 years of leading tours to Egmont Key, they clearly know how to create a fun, safe, and unforgettable adventure. I highly recommend Island Boat Adventures to anyone looking for a memorable day on the water. We can't wait to come back and do it again!

Less was our guide and we loved her. She took the time to explain everything we saw and the places…read morewe went. She allowed us time to enjoy and we didn't feel rushed at all. It's a little pricey but worth it because of the cool boats, guide and where we got to go. The whole tour was easy to book, find and enjoy with our family of 6. I would highly recommend it.

Chris was a great tour guy! Pointing out all types of wildlife and very knowledgeable of the…read morepreserve. We decided last minute to check out a tour and they were able to squeeze us in! Although we didn't see manatees or dolphins, we saw lots of wildlife. We paddled out to Shell Key and found sand dollars, cool shells, and swam in the ocean for a bit.

On Sunday, we took the Dolphin Racer out of South Pasadena based on my niece's recommendation from…read moreher trip a few weeks earlier--and it did not disappoint! From the moment we boarded, the atmosphere was fun and upbeat. The music playlist was perfect for a day on the water, and the crew (Matt and JC) kept the energy going the entire trip. The highlight, of course, was the dolphins. They showed up right on cue and put on an amazing show, swimming alongside the boat and giving everyone plenty of opportunities for photos and memories. This was a fantastic experience for all ages, and we had so much fun. We will definitely be doing it again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a fun outing on the water!

We booked the Dolphin Racer tour today 07/03 for our whole family. The tour lasts about 1.5 to 2…read morehours. The weather started out nice, but it became very hot as the trip continued. The dolphin sightings happened in the middle and again toward the end of the trip, for a total of about 10-20 minutes. That was definitely the highlight of the experience--our kids really loved seeing the dolphins. However, between and after the sightings, there was a lot of walking on the beach under the hot sun. The walking felt long and tiring, especially for the kids, and there was no shade. During the tour, an elderly woman also started feeling unwell due to the heat, and an ambulance was called to assist her. Overall, while seeing the dolphins was a wonderful experience, I would recommend preparing for a long amount of walking and strong sun exposure, especially for families with young children or elderly guests.

Wow! What an experience! We took a 9am tour to Shell Key on Cap'n Dalton's boat. There were only…read moresix passengers on board, which meant there was plenty of room to spread out and enjoy the sunshine. Dalton provided expert commentary about the area, even pointing out a few celebrity homes and yachts along the way. It was a gorgeous ride over to Shell Key, and we even saw a few dolphins along the way. Once on the island, we had about 45-50 minutes to explore the beaches and do a little snorkeling and shell-hunting. The island is aptly named, with rows and piles of shells along its white, sandy beaches. The water was warm and perfect for swimming. Soon enough we were back on board and heading back to the harbor. And that's when the magic happened: dolphins! Following along in our wake, and no doubt attracted to the enthusiastic squeals of one of our dolphin-loving fellow passengers, the dolphins put on quite a show. Even Dalton, who I assume sees a LOT of dolphins, was impressed by how long they followed in our wake and performed jumps and flips for us. It was truly one of the most remarkable experiences of my life! Thank you Dalton and Island Ferry for an amazing and memorable tour and one of the true highlights of our vacation!

Lovely tour! Our guide was very nice and chill, she definitely wanted to make sure we had a good…read moretime. Obviously its never a guarantee, but we saw dolphins and a manatee on our tour. Groups are small and the boats are very comfortable. They use pontoon boats so you have shade, which I definitely appreciated. The beach they took us to to snorkeling was gorgeous.

An amazing tour tucked away in St Petersburg. David is a wonderful storyteller. He makes hearing…read moreabout history fun. This tour is great for locals or visitors! Plus peacocks, bay water views, and finish with a lunch right next door at JP Tavern.

Take a step back in time with David as he guides you through several hundred years of Native…read moreAmerican & Spanish history in Pinellas County, Florida. The 1 1/2 hour tour is full of interesting facts. David is a walking encyclopedia about local history. The peacocks were an added bonus!

Shark tooth city!!! The crew of the Fort De Soto fairy to Egmont Key had us all laughing and…read moreenjoying a good time. The only thing I regret is that we didn't have more time on the island. if you're thinking about enjoying this incredible experience, I would definitely consider taking the early cruise over. this way you can come back with a full set of teeth! Happy hunting!

Booked a trip with Hubbard's Marina. We departed from Ft De Soto…read more Art and Skip were our captains and they were great! We left Ft De Soto at 11am. Arrived around Egmont Key around 11:15am or so. We had to be back on the boat by 2:15pm for a 2:30pm departure to arrive back to Ft De Soto by 3pm. The boat was $30 per person. The park entrance fee is $5. Worth the trip and money. Leave early and allow plenty of time for traffic The boat offers covered seating and a galley on board selling snacks, soda, and water. Definitely pack snacks and food. We didn't thinking we wouldn't want or need it but regretted it. I brought 2 40oz water bottles, which was enough for me. Wear beach clothing with a bathing suit and cover-up. Bring sun protection too. If you don't want to buy food, drink and snacks on board be sure to pack a small cooler.

We love this adventure for our family of five. We were traveling with our three adult children in…read moretheir 20s. Everyone had a great time. Scott and his wife are amazing tour guides and we loved supporting this family run, small business. If you're going in the summer, go early to avoid the heat. It was the perfect combination of sightseeing and downtime at the beautiful shell Key beach. Great adventure looking for shells and for spending time in the beautiful water, highly recommend.!

This was such a great kayak tour. It's suitable for beginners as it is at a relaxed pace. Scott is…read morea fantastic tour guide with lots of local knowledge of the area. He leaves time for shell collecting on a beach. This is a family-owned business and they do it so well. Highly recommended!

The customer service and attention to detail is outstanding. I highly recommend The toy barn for…read moreany rentals Ask for Travis, he really cares that you have a fun experience!

Robbie was amazingly helpful and mad the rental process very easy. Love renting a scooter to tool…read morearound when we stay at tradewinds hotel. Toy barns equipment is well maintained and almost new. Will be renting from here again whenever we come to st Pete.

This was such a great experience that I wasn't really expecting. This layout a former military…read morebase and a lot of of the cannons are still intact. I just kept walking around this place thinking how cool would be that they maybe need to film a Michael Bay film here or even a zombie movie. I'm not sure if they're old prison cells or just storage but the doors are removed, but you can walk in. They've done a great job as far as keeping the structural integrity in place as well as preserving history. They have a gift shop with some snacks and ice cream in it and I also snagged a really cool hat and T-shirt combo for just 25 bucks. I took a lot of cool pictures and videos and was sending them to my elderly mother and she loved all of it. Great overall experience

We went to dog park by Bay Pier at De Soto…read more The signs are clear. The ground around the bathrooms are little untidy. The beach is clean.