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Lake Seminole
Homes around Lake Seminole Park look out on fresh water every day. Families here who want salt water, dolphins and sandbars find them a short drive south. A morning on the bay pairs well with a picnic at the park afterward.
Boat tours near Seminole
Private Boat Charters for Seminole Families
Private boat tours and water sports for Seminole guests, launching from our Gulfport ramp on Boca Ciega Bay.
Your boarding pass
Seminole to the ramp
- Departs
- Gulfport
- County
- Pinellas County
- Zip
- 33772
$225
Your day on Tampa Bay
Getting on the Water From Seminole
Lake Seminole is lovely for a sunrise walk, but the open water Seminole families book with us starts a short drive south at our Gulfport launch. In about 25 minutes you can trade Seminole traffic for Boca Ciega Bay, where Captain Allen runs island hopping charters, dolphin cruises and family water sports. Every trip is private, so the plan bends around your kids, your pace and your interests.
Searching for boat tours near Seminole FL? We don't pick up in Seminole or keep a dock there. Every trip leaves from our Gulfport launch on Boca Ciega Bay, roughly 25 to 30 minutes away.
The water south of Seminole changes with the seasons and the time of day, and that shapes how we plan your trip. Winter cold fronts tend to leave behind clear, calm mornings. Summer brings longer days and flatter seas that suit a full day of island exploring. Captain Allen checks the tides and the forecast before each trip so the route fits the conditions.
Barrier islands and sandbars where Tampa Bay meets the Gulf hold the best shelling in the area. At low tide, sandbars rise out of the water for wading and shell hunting. Guests have found sand dollars, starfish and even a lightning whelk, which went back into the water. Add a stop at Egmont Key's historic fort to explore Fort Dade and the lighthouse.
Seminole kids usually vote for family tubing first. Captain Allen sets a gentle speed for younger riders and a faster run for teens who want a thrill. Older kids and parents often move on to water skiing lessons in the protected Gulfport waters, where the trick is to sit back and trust the boat's pull.
The dolphins in these waters are wild, so we watch them on their terms. We keep a respectful distance and slow down when a pod is close, and curious dolphins often come over to ride the wake. Book a dolphin cruise from Gulfport in the morning or late afternoon for the best odds. Neighbors just up the road plan the same way through our Largo boat tours.
The short drive makes private boat tours near Seminole FL an easy morning or evening plan, and the boat charters near Seminole FL families book run from 2 hours to a full 6-hour day.
Around town
Seminole Neighborhoods That Book With Us
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Bay Pines
Bay Pines sits on the edge of Boca Ciega Bay, so residents already know the water we cruise. The drive down to Gulfport is one of the shortest from the Seminole area. Guests from here often book a snorkeling trip at Egmont Key to see what lives below the surface.
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Bardmoor
Bardmoor's golf course neighborhoods sit on the north side of the Seminole area, so the drive takes a little longer. A 4-hour charter makes that trip worthwhile. It leaves time to pair shelling with a round of kneeboarding.
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Seminole City Center
The shopping district around Seminole City Center is a handy stop for snacks, drinks and ice on the way south. We do not provide food on board, so packing a cooler here saves time at the ramp.
Pick your day on the water
Boat Tours and Water Sports for Seminole Guests
Every trip below is open to Seminole groups. Rates are per trip, not per person, and the Gulfport boat tour prices list shows each package.
What our guests say
What Guests Say About Captain Allen
Recent words from guests who spent a day aboard Making Memories. More Google reviews of Captain Allen's tours cover every kind of trip.
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 Hawley Rogers: Allan is the best! He was kind, fun, and a great captain. He fit everything we wanted in the time frame we booked without making us feel rushed. Honestly, I wish I had booked a full day! Will definitely call him next time we are in town.
Review from Louis Rosatone: We are new to snorkeling and Captain Allen was very helpful and made our adventure very special.
Meet me at the ramp
Planning Your Trip From Seminole
Every trip starts at our Gulfport boat launch location, never at a pickup point in Seminole.
Captain Allen's tips
Seminole sits farther north than most of our regular guests, so plan on roughly 25 to 30 minutes to reach the Gulfport launch. Most drivers head south past Bay Pines toward the bay side of Gulfport. Parking at the ramp is free. Get there a quarter hour early for sunscreen and a stop at the dock restroom.
Peak season brings visitors from up north between late fall and spring, so weekend dates fill first. Booking online requires 18 hours' notice, and groups of 7 or more should call first. Summer storms usually gather in the afternoon, which makes morning departures the more reliable choice for kids.
If you are new to boating with young children, our boat tour FAQ covers what to pack, life jacket sizes and the cancellation policy. Life jackets come in every size, including infant sizes. Neither the boat nor the islands have restrooms, so plan a dock stop before you leave.
Seminole Boat Tour Questions
Usually 25 to 30 minutes, depending on traffic. We meet every group at our boat tour launch location in Gulfport, and there is no pickup in Seminole.
Yes. Slow tubing, dolphin watching and shell hunting on a sandbar all work well for little ones. Infants count toward the 6-passenger limit, so include them in your headcount.
The 3-hour charter, $375 plus fuel, lets you combine two activities such as snorkeling and tubing. Compare every package on our private charter pricing list before you pick a date.
Yes. Our sunset boat cruises last about 1.5 to 2 hours, and start times shift with the season. The intracoastal cruise is $225 with fuel included for up to 6 guests.
Weather is judged on the day and at Captain Allen's discretion. If it is unsafe, we help you reschedule or refund you, and there is no cancellation fee. Call or text 727-709-0088 with any questions.
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Book online with 18 hours notice, or call or text for anything sooner. Before you drive down from Seminole, get to know Captain Allen, your Gulfport boat captain.