Gulfport · St. Pete Beach · Treasure Island
Boat Tours & Water Activities in Gulfport
Dolphin tours, Egmont Key, Shell Key island hopping and sunset cruises, plus tubing, wakeboarding and water skiing behind the boat.
5.0 stars on Google
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A private trip on Making Memories
- Boat
- 2019 26ft Monterey M-65
- Departs
- Gulfport
- Guests
- Up to 6
- Trips
- Boat tours + water sports
- Voted
- Best of Florida 2023 to 2026
Trips from
$225
Voted Best of Florida, four years running
Awards from GuidetoFlorida.com, TripAdvisor and Arival, plus membership in the Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber.
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- TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice 2020-2023
- TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
- Arival Best of North America 2025
- Proud member Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber
Pick your day on the water
Choose your hours. Mix your activities.
Prices are per trip, for up to 6 guests. The longer the charter, the more we can fit in.
How long do you want on the water?
One activity, done right.
2-Hour Boat Tour
Perfect for single activities (ideal for 1-3 people for water sports)
- Snorkeling
- Egmont Key Boat Tour
- Shell Key Tour
- Dolphin Watching Boat Tour
Pair two activities.
3-Hour Boat Tour
Recommended for groups of 3-6 people for water sports. Combine two activities:
- Snorkeling & Shelling
- Snorkeling & Egmont Key Boat Tour
- Snorkeling & Tubing
- Water sports & Shelling
The crowd favorite.
4-Hour Boat Tour
Mix multiple activities:
- Water Sports & Snorkeling
- Water Sports & Shelling
- Snorkeling & Shelling
A full day on Tampa Bay.
6-Hour Boat Tour
Full day of Tampa Bay activities, perfect for experiencing everything!
End the day on the water.
Sunset Intracoastal Cruise
Starts one hour before sunset, cruising the intracoastal waters past waterfront homes and through Pass-A-Grille for sunset views. Price includes fuel for up to 6 passengers.
Sunset Bridge Tour
Begins 30 minutes before sunset at Pass-A-Grille, heads to Bunces Pass for sunset views, then the illuminated Sunshine Skyway Bridge, Tierra Verde Bridge and Bayway Bridge. Price includes fuel for up to 6 people.
Two ways to spend the day
Boat tours and water sports, one private boat
Go explore 8 boat tours
Egmont Key, Shell Key, dolphin watching, sunset cruises, sandbar parties and celebrations.
Get towed 5 water sports
Tubing, wakeboarding, water skiing, kneeboarding and snorkeling, with all the gear included.
Go explore
Islands, dolphins and sunsets
Morning dolphin runs, island stops, sandbars, celebrations and sunset cruises, each one a private trip for your group.
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01 Sandbar day
Sandbar Parties
A private sandbar party charter to John's Pass. Anchor up, swim, play your music on the Bluetooth system and add tubing or a dolphin run.
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02 Island and fort
Egmont Key
Private boat trips from Gulfport to Egmont Key for snorkeling near the sunken fort ruins, Fort Dade, the historic lighthouse, and shelling.
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03 Island hopping
Shell Key Tours
Private shelling trips from Gulfport to Shell Key, Egmont Key, and secluded beaches, with dolphins often spotted along the way.
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04 Golden hour
Sunset Cruises
Private sunset cruises from Gulfport past waterfront homes and Pass-A-Grille, plus a Sunset Bridge Tour to the lit Sunshine Skyway.
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05 Wildlife
Dolphin Tours
Private dolphin watching tours from Gulfport, where curious dolphins often play, feed, and jump in the boat wake.
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06 Celebrate
Bachelor & Bachelorette
Private bachelor and bachelorette party boat charters from Gulfport with Bluetooth music, tubing, sandbars, and island stops.
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07 Celebrate
Birthday Parties
Private birthday boat parties from Gulfport with swimming, tubing, dolphin sightings, and island stops for kids and adults.
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08 A quiet farewell
Burial at Sea
Private burial at sea and ash scattering on the Gulf near Gulfport, with Captain Allen guiding families through each step.
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Get towed
Water sports behind the boat
No experience needed. Captain Allen gives as little or as much guidance as you'd like, all included in the charter.
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01 Hold on tight
Tubing
Thrilling boat tubing in Gulfport for all ages and skill levels. We adjust the excitement from gentle rides for kids to high-energy runs for thrill-seekers.
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02 Get up on the board
Wakeboarding
Master wakeboarding on Tampa Bay's waters. It is more challenging than the other water sports, and Captain Allen's coaching helps beginners of all ages get up.
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03 Old-school fun
Water Skiing
Try water skiing in Gulfport, the classic water sport that started it all. A high success rate and clear instruction make learning easy and fun.
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04 Low and fast
Kneeboarding
Perfect for beginners, kneeboarding offers an easy introduction to water sports in Gulfport. Almost everyone succeeds with a little guidance.
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05 Fins on
Snorkeling
Discover underwater treasures near Gulfport. Explore marine life around historic Egmont Key's fort ruins, where fish and coral create a natural aquarium.
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Meet Captain Allen
“You could say I have the best job in the world, and I wouldn't argue.”
We're a family-owned water activities business in Gulfport, and every trip is a private charter. Captain Allen runs the boat, sets up the gear and coaches each rider while you relax. Our Gulfport boat tour prices are for your entire group, not per person.
Watch dolphins on Boca Ciega Bay, snorkel the fort ruins at Egmont Key, hunt shells on Shell Key, spend the morning tubing and wakeboarding, or watch the sun go down near Pass-A-Grille. Don't see your preferred time slot? Send Captain Allen a message about your trip and we'll do our best to get you out on the water.
Whether you're comparing boat tours Gulfport offers or boat tours Tampa Bay visitors drive in for, every trip leaves from our Gulfport launch on Boca Ciega Bay. The boat charters Gulfport guests book run from 2 hours to a full 6-hour day.
Staying on St. Pete Beach or Treasure Island? Our Gulfport ramp is about 15 minutes from St. Pete Beach and 15 to 20 minutes from Treasure Island, so guests from all three towns meet the boat in no time.
Making Memories
One boat, set up for your day
The boat is rated for 12 people, but Coast Guard regulation allows 6 passengers at a time.
- 2019 26ft Monterey M-65
- Coast Guard limit: 6 guests
- Bluetooth sound system
- Tube, boards, skis and snorkel gear aboard
- 2019 26ft Monterey M-65
- Coast Guard limit: 6 guests
- Bluetooth sound system
- Tube, boards, skis and snorkel gear aboard
Life jackets in every size are on board, and there's no restroom on the boat, so plan a stop at the dock before we head out.
Postcards from our guests
5.0 stars on Google
Review from Tara: My family and I took a 4-hour tour with Allen’s Aquatic Adventures on 8/18, and we had an amazing time! Captain Allen was so personable and made sure everyone was comfortable and having fun the entire trip. We loved that he let us pick the music to listen to and really personalized the experience to what our family wanted. He took us to a beautiful sandbar and island, we went snorkeling around an old fort, and even got to go tubing. It was the perfect mix of fun and relaxation. Next time, we’ll definitely book a 6-hour tour to enjoy even more of the experience!
Review from Debbie Hammond: Our group of five went on Allen's Aquatic Adventure in a private boat tour and everyone had a great time!!! The trip was well planned out and my family really enjoyed it!!! There was wakeboarding and tubing that we chose to do as our activities. You also have the option to go shelling or snorkeling. We even saw a few dolphins along the way. Allen was a great host/operator and we would most definitely do this tour again the next time we visit the area. Book this tour! It's worth it!!!
Review from Kris Melaragni: Capt Allen was AWESOME. We went snorkeling, tubing and looked for shells and sand dollars. We had an incredible, memorable experience that will be remembered forever. I highly recommend Capt Allen. He’s the best!
Review from Sally Burch: Captain Allen was a great host for our 4 hour adventure. We spent time snorkeling at Egmont Key and then off for some lessons to wake board. We also spent time tubing which was the kids' favorite! It was a perfect way for our family of 4 to spend a day on vacation. Thanks again!
Review from Payton Jones: Allen was an awesome captain. For my 24th birthday I wanted to go snorkeling, tubing, and wakeboarding. Allen helped me set up the perfect day out on the water and my entire group had the best time. Allen is a super great guy and took good care of me and the girls for my birthday!! He’s a great teacher that taught me how to finally get up on the wakeboard. He also made us feel very safe and accommodating on the boat. We will be renting with him again!!
From the blog
Trip reports, straight off the boat
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August 27, 2024
Watersports, Snorkeling, Dolphins and Sunset Cruises
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June 11, 2024
Fun Adventure Boat Tours in Gulfport with Captain Allen
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June 11, 2024
Snorkeling and Watersports in Gulfport with Captain Allen
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April 15, 2024
Adventures with Capt Allen
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April 13, 2024
Wonderful Day Out on the Water
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April 6, 2024
Windy but beautiful day
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March 31, 2024
A Watersports Kind of Day
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March 23, 2024
Shell Island and Manatees
Meet me at the ramp
One launch, one short drive
Every trip leaves from our ramp on Boca Ciega Bay. Parking is free and the dock has restrooms.
Guests drive in from all over Tampa Bay
All Tampa Bay service areas- FL Belleair Pinellas County
- FL Belleair Beach Pinellas County
- FL Belleair Bluffs Pinellas County
- FL Clearwater Beach Pinellas County
- FL Dunedin Pinellas County
- FL Indian Rocks Beach Pinellas County
- FL Indian Shores Pinellas County
- FL Kenneth City Pinellas County
- FL Largo Pinellas County
- FL Madeira Beach Pinellas County
- FL Oldsmar Pinellas County
- FL Palm Harbor Pinellas County
- FL Pinellas Park Pinellas County
- FL Redington Shores Pinellas County
- FL Safety Harbor Pinellas County
- FL Saint Petersburg Pinellas County
- FL Seminole Pinellas County
- FL South Pasadena Pinellas County
- FL St. Pete Beach Pinellas County
- FL Tampa Hillsborough County
- FL Tarpon Springs Pinellas County
- FL Tierra Verde Pinellas County
- FL Treasure Island Pinellas County
Before you book
Gulfport Boat Tour Questions
Quick answers before you book. The full list lives on our FAQ.
Gulfport Boat Tour Questions
No, it does not cost extra. All of the gear and life jackets are provided. Captain Allen's most popular trip is the 4-hour charter: some water sports first, then snorkeling or a stop at an island.
More answers on booking, fuel and weather are in our Gulfport boat tour FAQ.
The boat is rated for 12 people, but Coast Guard regulation only allows 6 passengers at a time, and little kids and babies still count.
If your group is larger than 6, call or text 727-709-0088 before booking. We have a few options, and Captain Allen will go over pricing with you.
Every trip leaves from our Gulfport launch on Boca Ciega Bay, where parking is free.
Ask which ramp suits your trip when you book.
No. Captain Allen provides all of the gear and instruction regardless of experience level, and beginners and advanced riders are equally welcome. He gives as little or as much guidance as you would like.
Our Tampa Bay boat tour photo gallery shows guests tubing, wakeboarding and snorkeling on past trips.
Yes, with enough time. The 3-hour charter pairs snorkeling with an Egmont Key tour, and a 4-hour or 6-hour day leaves room for a Shell Key island hopping run as well.