Top St Petersburg Day Cruises

Spice up any Florida vacation with a cruise on the Gulf of Mexico. Beginning in St. Petersburg, enjoy a beautiful sunset (depending upon the time of year) and listen to live music on board the elegant 'StarLite Sapphire' yacht. Choose from the open-air observation deck or the climate-controlled cabin inside. Either way, the view is spectacular. Then dance the night away or take a romantic stroll along the deck.

See the perfect sunset over the Gulf right from St. Pete Beach. We take a leisurely cruise through the residential canals, where you get to see the homes and the mansions. We always see dolphins too! Our small-group tour leaves one hour before sunset, 7 days a week. All of our rides are semi-private, with a maximum of 6 persons per boat, so you get to avoid the crowds when you ride with us. Our boats are all Social-Distance compliant.

If you're looking for a place to watch the sun set over Florida's stunning water, but don't want to just sit dockside, this Gulf of Mexico Sunset Cruise from Madeira Beach takes you out on the water to do just that. Bring your own alcohol (or non-alcoholic drinks) and enjoy the sunset over the Gulf of Mexico.

Add some adventure to any Florida vacation with an entertaining and educational sightseeing cruise on Tampa Bay. Beginning in St. Petersburg, relax, enjoy the beautiful scenery and listen to the captain’s live commentary on board the elegant StarLite Sapphire yacht. Choose from the open-air observation deck or select the air-conditioned dining cabin inside. Upgrade to include a delightful lunch; there are six delicious meals to choose from, plus a variety of beverages to purchase from the onboard bar.

Welcome to Salt and Mist Sea Tours! This all-inclusive 3hr tour includes a Bottlenose Dolphin and Marine Life Tour, an Island Architecture Tour of Celebrity Mansions and other waterfront mansions, casual cruising in and around many different Islands, Keys and Bridges in the Tampa Bay area and stop on a secluded Barrier Island on the Gulf of Mexico for shelling, swimming and relaxing. With (2) Vessels in our fleet, you can also be creative and stop at one of our many oceanfront restaurants for drinks and food. Eat in or take it on the boat, we have tables that mount in either boat so you can enjoy! If you have other ideas for your boat trip and want to be creative with your experience, all tours are 100% customizable, just let us know what you want and we will accommodate you! NOTE: PLEASE CALL US DIRECTLY IF THERE ARE ONLY 1-3 PEOPLE IN YOUR PARTY! If you want to guarantee your trip to be private, please select (5) seats at checkout! See you on the ocean! Captain Joe

Step aboard an evening cruise for dinner and drinks while you take in views of St. Pete Beach. Watch over the landmarks of St. Pete and munch on food from the tropical-themed buffet. Open bar means you won't go thirsty while jamming to island music from the onboard DJ and other entertainment.

If you want to explore the waters near St. Pete Beach at night, but are too intimidated to journey out on your own because the area is home to a lot of marine life, this tour is a great choice. This St. Pete Beach Glass Bottom Kayak LED Night Tour lets you go out with a guide who knows the area and its ecosystem well and who can easily lead the way even in the dark.

Look for dolphins around Boca Ciega Bay in St. Pete Beach on a cruise in the Tampa Bay Area. Continue into the Gulf of Mexico to visit Shell Key island, a wildlife preserve where you can snorkel, swim, or collect shells on the beach. Depending on the season, you might spot dolphins, manatees, rays, and a variety of seabirds. This family-friendly tour offers both a late morning and afternoon departure, making it easy to suit your schedule.

Get out on the water and see Tampa Bay from a new perspective with this kayaking tour. Ride in a clear kayak—which has the advantage of greater visibility of the underwater world. Along the way look out for coastal birds, marine life, and the beautiful mangroves. No need to worry about missing out on photo opportunities—the trip includes photo stops and a break at Shell Key to enjoy its beach and sandbars.

Experience the thrill of driving a speedboat across the crystal blue waters of Tampa Bay on this sightseeing tour. Hop on board an F-13 mini speedboat and get ready for adventure. Follow a trained guide in a separate boat with a two-way communication system installed to talk back and forth. Check out the beautiful Florida coast and look for pods of dolphins and other wildlife swimming below or gliding down and around from above.

Discover St. Petersburg's undeveloped Shell Key Preserve on this exciting kayak excursion. Join a small group and gear up for your adventure through mangrove tunnels and shallow seagrass meadows. While you paddle, observe local wildlife like sea turtles and seabirds and stop at Shell Island to collect seashells or go for a swim.

While in Treasure Island, see the beautiful area without getting caught in the crowds on land. This Treasure Island Sailing Experience lets you go on a small-group cruise around either the Gulf of Mexico or Boca Ciega Bay. You can bring your own drinks as a cooler is provided for cruiser goers to use, or you can enjoy the included soda and bottled water.

If you’re looking for a romantic experience, dinners can be overrated and not very exciting. This Treasure Island Sunset Sailing Experience is a great thing for couples to do, as well as anyone looking to relax. You’ll take in sunset views as you sail, and bottled water and soda are provided. If you’d like to bring your own drinks, you also can. Plus, a restroom is on board for convenience as you sail.

Enjoy a private yacht for a 2 hour cruise. We board the vessel by wading or swimming to the yacht from the beach in front of the Bellwether Beach Resort. We cruise along the beach and look for marine life and see nearby sights as we travel around the St Pete Beach and Shell Key. Our yacht offers protection from harsh weather, yet offers outdoor seating for comfort and socializing with your group. We typically stop in a lagoon or calm water anchorage to enjoy refreshments, listen to music, and relax.

Come along on this 3-hour excursion and view the breathtaking sunsets around St. Petersburg. Enjoy the beautiful Florida Gulf Coast Sunset, and admire the Sunshine Skyway Bridge all lit up.

Experience viewing of dolphins, seabirds, and a variety of marine life. Fun for all ages, this is a tour you don’t want to miss. One of the largest resident populations of bottlenose dolphins in the world lives among the coastal lagoons and bays of Florida’s gulf coast. Come along on this 2-hour excursion and get a glimpse into the lives of some of the most socially fascinating creatures on the planet.