Shell Key Boat Tours

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Beach Charters By The Bay
St. Petersburg
+4
Beach Charters By The Bay invites you to explore the waters of St. Petersburg aboard a sleek and modern 2022 Regal LX4 Dual Console.

"We had an amazing time on our boat charter with Captain Jon!" —⁠ Patrick,
Trips from:
US $250
Aqua Sol Adventures
St. Petersburg
+4
Experience the best of St. Petersburg’s waters with Aqua Sol Adventures, a sleek 2019 Robalo R272 Center Console designed for excitement and relaxation.

"We had a three hours trip with Captain Scott and first off we had to reschedule it couple times before it actually happened and Captain was flexible and gave us alternative options every time." —⁠ Alexander,
Trips from:
US $250
Blue Bay Charters
St. Pete Beach
+2
Set sail with Blue Bay Charters, a beautifully restored 1980 Stiletto 27 Beach catamaran (refit in 2023) based in stunning St. Pete Beach.

"Great boat—very spacious for a party of four adults! Captain Alex offered suggestions on where we could go and we were off for an enjoyable four hours." —⁠ Michele,
Trips from:
US $600
Float Your Boat Tours
St. Pete Beach
Set sail on an unforgettable adventure with Float Your Boat Tours aboard the 2013 Sylvan Mirage Pontoon, recently restored in 2025 and based in beautiful St. Pete Beach.

"Thanks to Captain Jake for his professionalism! He was tracking the weather and we knew for sure that we were safe despite the gray sky!" —⁠ Anna,
Trips from:
US $699
Beachside Charters
St. Petersburg
+3
Experience the ultimate day on the water with Beachside Charters, a 2018 Sea Hunt BX 22 BR Center Console, departing from the vibrant St. Petersburg.

"My husband and I had an absolutely incredible day on the water with Captain Dan." —⁠ Tonya,
Trips from:
US $450
Catch Moore Charters
St. Petersburg
+6
Explore the beautiful waters of St. Petersburg aboard Catch Moore Charters, a classic 1974 Aquasport 222 Center Console, thoughtfully restored in 2020 for a comfortable and memorable day on the water.

"Great trip, Cody was very professional. Will book again" —⁠ Paul,
Trips from:
US $400
Teal Tide Sailing – "Cay Michele"
St. Petersburg
+3
Step aboard Teal Tide Sailing – “Cay Michele,” a beautifully restored 1981 Hardin Voyager Sailing Yacht, and experience the waters of St. Petersburg in timeless style and comfort.
Trips from:
US $900
Epic Double-Decker Slide Boat n Sandbar Fun!
St. Pete Beach
+7
Large Double Decker Boats with Slide! Experience the ultimate day on the water with Endless Summer Watersports, a Solid Craft Double Decker Slide Boat, based in stunning St. Pete Beach anf Johns Pass.

"We booked the double decker boat with Derek and had a great time!" —⁠ Caydee,
Trips from:
US $300
Float Your Boat charters
St. Pete Beach
5+ external reviews
Float Your Boat Tours offers an unforgettable experience aboard a 2016 Godfrey 2286 Pontoon, departing from beautiful St. Pete Beach.

"There were 8 of us that took the boat for an afternoon to celebrate my friend’s bachelorette and it was absolutely the perfect day!" —⁠ Gabrielle,
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US $650

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What are the best private boat tours in Shell Key?

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What are the best private boat tours in Shell Key?

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How much does it cost to go boating in Shell Key?

The average price for a private 4 hour Shell Key boat trip is US $952, while an 8 hour private trip will cost you US $2,071 based on prices on BoatBooker.com.

How much does it cost to go boating in Shell Key?

The average price for a private 4 hour Shell Key boat trip is US $952, while an 8 hour private trip will cost you US $2,071 based on prices on BoatBooker.com.

What are the top boating-related activities in Shell Key?

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What are the top boating-related activities in Shell Key?

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Who are the best rated boat tours in Shell Key?

According to customer reviews on BoatBooker.com, some of the best rated boat tours in Shell Key are:

What's the price of a boat tour by duration in Shell Key?

The average price of boat tours in Shell Key is:

1-hour boating trips – US $250
2-hour boating trips – US $293
3-hour boating trips – US $457
4-hour boating trips – US $550
5-hour boating trips – US $675
6-hour boating trips – US $801
8-hour boating trips – US $850

What's the price of a boat tour by duration in Shell Key?

The average price of boat tours in Shell Key is:

1-hour boating trips – US $250
2-hour boating trips – US $293
3-hour boating trips – US $457
4-hour boating trips – US $550
5-hour boating trips – US $675
6-hour boating trips – US $801
8-hour boating trips – US $850

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What people said about boating in Shell Key

5.0
/5
(4 Hour – Luxury Yacht Trip - 12:00 PM)
This was an absolutely fantastic trip outting
from the owner to the Captain and crew this whole day was fantastic and made it easy frombeginig to end
Evelio R.
Reviewed on October 3, 2026
5.0
/5
(2 1/2 Hour – Private Day Sailing)
HUGE help in making a truly memorable birthday celebration
Get familiar with BoatBooker and communicating with the company. Check traffic and weather the day of to avoid problems.
Matthew S.
Reviewed on September 5, 2026
5.0
/5
(4 Hour – Sandbar Excursion (AM))
Boating with Marcos
yes captain Jake was professional and accommodating to passengers needs and requests perfect csptain to have looking after your safety and being attuned to what interests you bravo csptain jake
Susan K.
Reviewed on June 30, 2026
5.0
/5
(Sunset cruise / dolphin cruise)
Great experience!
Lots of sea life and the weather was great! If you want to snorkel, go during the day!
Shelby S.
Reviewed on June 5, 2026
5.0
/5
(4 Hour Trip – Sandbar Tour)
Jon was great!!!!
Just let the captain know what you are looking to do or see and they will gladly accommodate..
Rachel W.
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
5.0
/5
(Full Day - Custom Fun Cruise)
Captain Mike is awesome
We were happy with our trip out of Treasure Island. The water was so blue and clear. Highly recommend exploring this area.
Brent H.
Reviewed on April 12, 2026
5.0
/5
(2 Hour Trip – Sunset/Skyway Lights)
Sunset cruise in St Pete
March is chilly and we had a windy day, but still had a great time. We packed jackets, blankets, solo cups and a bottle of wine. Don’t forget your sunglasses.
Tracy B.
Reviewed on March 18, 2026
5.0
/5
(6 Hour Adventure (AM))
July boating trip
Scott was a great guide and captain. The conversations were captivating and very much enjoyed. Thanks for such a great time. We will be back
Kevin H.
Reviewed on July 10, 2025

How people rated boat trips in Shell Key

Epic Double-Decker Slide Boat n Sandbar Fun!
Boat rentals in Shell Key
5.0
/5
(4 Hr – Island & Sandbar Hopping Fun - 11:00 AM)
AWESOME Boat Day!
We booked this boat trip for my future sister in laws bach party. Captain Derek was amazing, the boat was great, and we had an amazing day! Would absolutely recommend booking!
Sara K.
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2026
Sandman Charters
Boat rentals in Shell Key
5.0
/5
(3 Hr – Shell Key / Outback Key)
Wonderful boating day.
What a wonderful day on the water. The experience was absolutely fantastic, and the captain made it even more enjoyable. Everything was perfect from start to finish. I would recommend this trip to anyone who is looking for a memorable day on the water. We had an amazing time and would definitely do it again.
Tammy T.
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2026
Beach Charters By The Bay
Boat rentals in Shell Key
5.0
/5
(3 Hour Trip – Sandbar Tour)
great day on the water with Captain Jon!
Fantastic boat that was spacious and comfortable. Jon was a great guide and took us to a warm sunny sand bar for floating and swimming. great trip! highly recommend!
David O.
Reviewed on Oct 4, 2026
Beach Charters By The Bay
Boat rentals in Shell Key
5.0
/5
(3 Hour Trip - Sandbar Tour)
You won't go wrong with Captain Jon.
Down here for the weekend visiting my son. Great time. We'll call Cpt Jon every time we visit. Perfect afternoon on the water.
David V.
Reviewed on Sep 26, 2026
Epic Double-Decker Slide Boat n Sandbar Fun!
Boat rentals in Shell Key
5.0
/5
(4 Hr – Island & Sandbar Hopping Fun - 2:00 PM)
Great time!
Really enjoyed the boat! Captain Derek was a great host and made sure we had fun with the various stops on the trip.
George B.
Reviewed on Sep 20, 2026
Epic Double-Decker Slide Boat n Sandbar Fun!
Boat rentals in Shell Key
5.0
/5
(4 Hr – Island & Sandbar Hopping Fun)
Great family trip!
We booked the double decker boat with Derek and had a great time! We have 5 small kids who love the water and this was a perfect adventure for them! Derek had more than enough games, toys, goggles, floaties, etc! Going to the island to get out and swim and sand bars were great! He stopped where it was deep enough for the kids to jump and dive from the top deck and they loved that! We recommend this! We will do it again next time we come to Florida for sure!
Caydee T.
Reviewed on Sep 17, 2026
Beach Charters By The Bay
Boat rentals in Shell Key
5.0
/5
(1.5 Hour Dolphin Eco Tour Afternoon)
Birthday Gift for the Wifey
Captain Jon was great! I wanted to take my wife out for a boat ride for her birthday. He took us on a nice cruise, and was very accommodating as it was her first time on a boat. You can talk and laugh with him too which kept the mood light. I would recommend.
Lance P.
Reviewed on Sep 13, 2026
Fun Day Boat Tour
Boat rentals in Shell Key
5.0
/5
(Half Day - Custom Fun Cruise)
Excellent day on the pontoon boat!!
We had a great day on the water with Captain Mahi Mike! He made sure we had a wonderful time! He was very knowledgeable about the area. We loved the snorkeling and the stop at the sanbar. Finding sanddollars was so much fun!!
Jeanette S.
Reviewed on Sep 14, 2026
Aqua Sol Adventures
Boat rentals in Shell Key
5.0
/5
(Sunset cruise with lights of skyway)
Very nice experience. Captain Scott was great
Very smooth and comfortable trip with Captain Scott. Captain was very friendly..Made our experience a very safe and memorable one. Thank you sir.
Roger C.
Reviewed on Aug 30, 2026
Float Your Boat charters
Boat rentals in Shell Key
5.0
/5
(4 Hr – Sandbar & Dolphin Adventure - 1:30 PM)
A great day on the water!
There were 8 of us that took the boat for an afternoon to celebrate my friend’s bachelorette and it was absolutely the perfect day! We told captain Marcos that we wanted to see animals and go to the sandbar and he delivered! We saw manatees and dolphins and went to the sandbar so a couple of us could ride the mechanical bull 🤣 the captain was so friendly and helpful and made our day!
Gabrielle F.
Reviewed on Aug 24, 2026
Aqua Sol Adventures
Boat rentals in Shell Key
5.0
/5
(3 Hour Adventure (AM))
Captain Scott is great!
This was the perfect excursion for our bachelorette group! Captain Scott was so accommodating and kind. We enjoyed spotting dolphins and floating around the sand bar!
Kristin M.
Reviewed on Aug 15, 2026
Beachside Charters
Boat rentals in Shell Key
5.0
/5
(6 hour fishing and island tour)
Such a nice captain!!!
Dan was an amazing captain to spend the day with and made the trip so enjoyable!
Ana B.
Reviewed on Aug 12, 2026
Aqua Sol Adventures
Boat rentals in Shell Key
5.0
/5
(4 Hour Adventure (PM))
Fantastic Captain
I’ll likely never book anyone else. Captain is knowledgable, easy going, and flexible. Great boat too!
Dixie W.
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2026
Float Your Boat Tours
Boat rentals in Shell Key
5.0
/5
(4 Hour – Sandbar Excursion (PM))
Best day spent with family!
Jake was the best! We had an incredible day on the water. From the moment we stepped aboard, Jake made us feel welcome. He customized the trip perfect for our family. We were able to go to an island, sand bar, and see beautiful views along the way. The boat was comfortavle with the ability to listen to our favorite music. If you’re looking for a fun, relaxing, and memorable day on the water, I couldn’t reccommend this charter enough. It was one of the highlights of our vacation!
Eric G.
Reviewed on Jul 27, 2026
Epic Double-Decker Slide Boat n Sandbar Fun!
Boat rentals in Shell Key
5.0
/5
(4 Hr – Island & Sandbar Hopping Fun)
Wonderful day!!
Captain Derek was great! We had 8 adults, 4 kids and a baby. He was very accommodating with locations and found some great places for us to swim, play on the slide, and go shelling. Everyone had a great time!
Emilee J.
Reviewed on Jul 17, 2026
Epic Double-Decker Slide Boat n Sandbar Fun!
Boat rentals in Shell Key
5.0
/5
(4 Hr – Island & Sandbar Hopping Fun)
Captain Derek is the best!!!
We went on Captain Derek’s boat for my friend’s bachelorette and its was amazing! All 9 girls had a blast. Captain Derek was great at communicating and super super chill the enture trip. great price as well! Would definitely book him again!
Madison C.
Reviewed on Jul 14, 2026
Float Your Boat charters
Boat rentals in Shell Key
5.0
/5
(4 Hr – Sandbar & Dolphin Adventure)
Fantastic Family Trip
Captain Jake referred us to Captain Mark. Captain Mark is fantastic! He is native to the area and is very knowledgeable. He listened to our requests and created an amazing family experience. We saw dolphins, manatees, and stingrays. We swam, snorkeled and shelled, finding dozens of sand dollars. Thank you, Captain Mark, for a memorable day! We appreciate you.
Billie C.
Reviewed on Jul 10, 2026
Sea N Double
Boat rentals in Shell Key
5.0
/5
(4 Hour – Boating Adventure)
4th of july with friends
Had a great experience and Captain Les and his co captain were very accommodating.
JASON G.
Reviewed on Jul 8, 2026
Epic Double-Decker Slide Boat n Sandbar Fun!
Boat rentals in Shell Key
5.0
/5
(6 Hr – Island & Sandbar Hopping Fun - 12:00 PM)
Perfect Fourth of July experience!
Captain Derek knew the best spots to take us, we had such a blast. Planning to book him again next year🤩
Keeli S.
Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026
Aqua Sol Adventures
Boat rentals in Shell Key
5.0
/5
(4 Hour Adventure (AM))
Fantastic Irma’s Pass Sandbar adventure
Captain Scott is awesome and he took us to the perfect spot for our afterboon trip. I highly suggest getting the chill pad as it was the best for sunning and relaxing. I can’t wait to book again with Captain Scott and Aqua Sol.
Gretchen B.
Reviewed on Jul 3, 2026