Egmont Key Ferry: Unique St. Pete Experience

Embark on a unique St. Pete experience with the Egmont Key Ferry. Sail along the beautiful shorelines, pass under the stunning Sunshine Skyway bridge, and explore the pristine beaches, historic lighthouse, and wildlife on Egmont Key. Don’t miss this opportunity to discover paradise!

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • 400 2nd Ave NE - Sit back, relax and enjoy during the 60-minute ride from the Pier to Paradise. You’ll sail by the beautiful shorelines of St. Pete, pass under the stunning Sunshine Skyway bridge and perhaps see a dolphin or two! Please note you will have to step into shallow water when going on the island. You can bring your own food and we have wine and beer available on the boat for purchase.

You will have 2 hours on Egmont Key to explore the pristine beaches, historic lighthouse, ruins of Ft. Dade, and the amazing wildlife before your return trip.

What's Included
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
  • Partially Narrated Ferry
  • Restroom on Board
Additional Information

From the Pier to Paradise. You’ll sail by the beautiful shorelines of St. Pete, pass under the stunning Sunshine Skyway bridge and perhaps see a dolphin or two! This is the only charter offering service from downtown St. Petersburg traveling to Egmont Key and passing under the Sunshine Skyway.

You will have 2 hours on Egmont Key to explore the pristine beaches, historic lighthouse, ruins of Ft. Dade, and the amazing wildlife before your return trip. Please note you will have to step into shallow water when going on the island.

Unlike all other boat services to Egmont Key, The Pelican St Pete will stay with you on the island - bathrooms and a bit of shade if needed, available the entire time.

  • Please note: The tours to Egmont Key are 4 hours where guests should expect to be on the boat 1 hour each way to Egmont. When weather interferes with our ability to maintain our speed the time on the boat may be extended.
Location
400 2nd Ave NE
2nd Avenue Northeast
Dock Q48 Gate 24 - please arrive no less than 20 minutes early to allow an on-time departure.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Emma_d
Aug 13, 2024
Exciting - The ride to and from the island was amazing. Bring bug spray though! There were mosquitos everywhere near the center of the island, stay on the beach if you want to avoid them. Other than that, we had an excellent time.
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Toni_r
Jul 28, 2024
Excellent - The captain and the crew were amazing. The boat was well-maintained and the scenery was spectacular. They do have a bar on board which was really nice.
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Heather_s
Jul 28, 2024
Fantastic day - The boat ride was beautiful very relaxing... The island was big and beautiful seashells all over water was somewhat clear .
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April_t
Jul 22, 2024
Amazing crew !!!! Very... - Amazing crew !!!! Very knowledgeable and friendly. Nice clean boat even got a cool shell bag what came in handy during our vacation. And mimosas, which is always a plus 😊
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Julia_j
Jul 16, 2024
Perfect Day - Standing in the breeze as the boat cruised the waters. The stunning view of the bridge. The swim in turquoise water. The white sand.
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Kimberly_p
Jul 8, 2024
Great way to spend the day. - Wonderful experience, would definitely recommend. Egmont Key was full of surprises around every bend and the crew was great, friendly, informative and professional.
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Saraci8720sn
Jul 8, 2024
Very fun day out! - We had a great time on this boat tour! The trip out was nice with plenty of opportunity to take pictures by the Sunshine Skyway Bridge. The staff was friendly and happy to answer questions or provide some history about the area. We brought some breakfast sandwiches to eat on our way out and purchased our beverages on the boat. Exploring Egmont Key was also fun! We did a lot of snorkeling and diving for shells. The boat departed and arrived back right on time. We would definitely recommend to those up for an adventure!
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Mary_k
Jul 7, 2024
Great time - We had a great time with the pelican and their crew. Lou made sure we had everything we needed. It was a great day exploring. We will definitely recommend
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Lorirl2290qg
Jul 2, 2024
Great addition to my vacation. - Very happy with all aspects from beginning to end. We left right on time, were greeted as we boarded and guided to the many different spots on board. We were offered water and the bar and restrooms were explained. They provided information about Egmont Key but left the majority of the trip to the guests with minimal interruption. The music was spot on and the perfect volume. We were checked on regularly and everyone was friendly. We departed the island on time and the crew took the time to talk to each of us about our island experience. If I am ever in Tampa again I will book with them and I will share this information with others traveling to the area. Great experience at a more than reasonable price!!
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Theresa_p
Aug 19, 2024
We did not go because our... - We did not go because our trip was cancelled because they did not have enough crew to do the trip. But we were not told about it until we got there. we drove over 2 hours for this. Now I am still waiting for a refund. Have not gotten it yet, So no we wont do this again.
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