Top St Petersburg Outdoor Activities

Our tours are done in CRYSTAL CLEAR KAYAKS! Clear kayaking allows you to have an immersive perspective on the unique wildlife and nature we have here in Florida - its the best window seat to the waters of Tampa Bay!

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.

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.

We've created a fascinating kayak tour in St Pete, centered on our Crystal Clear kayaks, giving you a fascinating look at the sea life throughout Shell Key preserve, and Fort Desoto park. Our professional guides provide an interesting narration of the local wildlife and ecosystem. The tours can range from 2 persons to 16 people, and are approximately 2 to 2 -1/2  hours long.  The tours will primarily operate in the protected waters and mangroves tunnels of the Shell Key Wildlife Preserve in Pinellas County. An 1,800 acre preserve, these waters are well traveled by Dolphins, Manatees, Rays, as well as a variety of shore birds, including pelicans, egrets, herons, cormorants, osprey, and sometimes roseate spoonbills. Please note: This activity is NOT suitable for the Elderly or the Obese, or people with back surgeries/issues, or with a history of other physical ailments. You must be physically fit for participate in this activity.

Explore the northern area of Weedon Island Preserve on a kayaking tour from St. Petersburg. You'll paddle for about two hours to see the native ecosystem of mangroves and waterways, learning about the local wildlife and plant species. Visit a manatee breeding and hangout location; watch for animals such as dolphins and birds; hear a bit about the Native American history of the area; and travel through a mangrove tunnel to see ancient burial mounds.

Join Coastal Kayak Charters for a small group guided kayak tour of the Shell Key Preserve. We are St Pete's top rated kayak tour company and focus exclusively on small groups (6-8 guests) and private tours. Our trips offer more personalized service and better wildlife viewing opportunities while out on the water. We will explore hidden mangrove tunnels (tides permitting), shallow seagrass meadows, and stop on Shell Island for time to swim, look for shells, or just relax and enjoy the beach. Our tours are designed for beginners and experienced kayakers alike. Come explore with local professionals who love what they do and see the difference for yourself.

Peruse Florida's diverse ecosystems on two wheels. Set out on a 2-hour bicycle tour of St. Petersburg's Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, home to an array of mammals and birds such as alligators, cormorants and ospreys. Follow your knowledgeable guide across boardwalks, along trails and through large meadows, taking in the preserve's exquisite natural scenery and the many butterflies fluttering about. This 3-mile mountain bike tour is limited to 8 people for a more personalized experience.

Our vessel and crew make this trip unique! Bad Dog (the boat) is a New high horsepower luxury tri-toon. 95% of the time we see dolphin during our cruise. The more time you spend on the water the higher chance you will have of seeing wild life. We offer a fun educational experience the entire family can enjoy. Captain specializes in encouraging the Dolphin to jump behind the boat. This is not a guarantee to see wild dolphin. All of our tours are small to private group charters. Awesome location. Ask about a free pint after the tour.

Take a NIGHT TIME clear kayak adventure through beautiful Shell Key Preserve, featuring underwater LED lights. One of our guides (Jay, Chris, Charlie, Matt, Jenna, or Raven) will get you checked in right when you arrive to allow for the most possible time on the water! Once you're all checked in, we'll give some basic paddle instructions and information about the tour ahead. We'll get you loaded up into your clear kayak and off we go! The paddle will last about 1.5 hours depending on the speed of our group and any wildlife we may see along the way. This is an incredibly unique tour where we’ll search for manatee, fish, sharks, birds, and more with the LED lights igniting the water way as we paddle. These lights illuminate the waters under the kayaks. This tour is for people who are adventurous! Due to the night time nature of the tour, there may be some surprise visits from wildlife.

Discover Floridian wildlife and St. Petersburg on a 2-hour paddle board tour. No need to get your paddle board past TSA, as all equipment is convenient provided for you. Enjoy a basic rundown of paddle boarding before the tour begins.  Once you feel comfortable, follow your guide into the bayou and past the Historical Snell Isles. Enjoy narration about the local flora and fauna with stops at Bird Island and manatee hotspots.

This tour is a Private 26ft boat that holds up to 6 Guests aboard. We view and educate you about the Dolphins in their natural waterways. We will see them play, jump and feed. We then will take a leisurely ride to the Gulf of Mexico and watch the Sunset! Please call to confirm departure time!!!! We leave 2 hours before sunset!!

Our Parasail Vessels are designed specifically for Parasail Operations. Our USCG Licensed Captains have over 26 years of experience in the industry so you can relax and enjoy your flight. Our equipment is continuously upgraded to ensure our "perfect safety record" and dependability. We have flown over 100,00 Parasail Flights. We also offer GoPro and Picture packages for your convenience.

Join us as we set sail in the picturesque waters of Treasure Island, Florida! Take the helm, see dolphins, and make a lifetime of memories! You’ll set sail about an hour before sunset to give you plenty of time to catch the full range of hues painted on Mother Nature's canvas. We provide plenty of cozy warm blankets in case you get a chill, or want to cuddle on deck. If you love clean air, smooth sailing, postcard beautiful sunsets, and starry night skies then this romantic sailing trip is for you. Complimentary soda and bottled water available. BYOB allowed. Cooler with ice available and restroom aboard.

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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.

The Jungle Prada Site Tour explores the last 1,000 years of Florida history at one of most important historical landmarks in Tampa Bay. Jungle Prada was the site of a Tocobaga Indian village for over 600 years, and it is generally recognized as the 1528 landing place of Panfilo de Narvaez and Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca. Discover one the best-preserved American Indian mounds in all of Florida on this 75-minute guided historical walking adventure. We will escort you to the top of the private Anderson/Narvaez mound, a 900-foot-long, 25-foot-high shell midden. This family-owned property also boasts a 3-acre, Florida-friendly waterfront garden, a small museum with archaeological artifacts from the site, and dozens of free-roaming peacocks. The tour is full of fantastic story telling. It's an immersive historical and botanical experience that should not be missed. Reservations and facemasks are required. Tours are limited to a maximum of 10 people.

St Petersburg is a popular spot for fishing along Florida’s West Coast, with miles of backcountry waters and islands to explore. This private fishing charter can be completely customized to suit your preferences, with an expert guide on hand to offer tips and maximize your chances of a catch. Bring lunch or some beers on-board, cruise around the bay and barrier islands, and try your luck fishing for trout, snapper, mackerel, and redfish.

We offer the Ultimate Adventure on our Glass Bottom LED illuminated Kayak Night Tours! In fact no one else offers this experience anywhere in the world with how we feed the fish and the extremely powerful self developed underwater light system that we use! At our main tour site, we'll first visit a bird sanctuary mangrove island & sometimes they'll fly so close you can feel the air from their wings as they pass by! We'll paddle down protected waterways & see amazing underwater views along with feeding fish which is fun for everyone! There's times when the fish get so close you can even touch them! You may also see Crabs, Shrimp and other sea-life as we illuminate the waters around us. With literally nothing to do at night in the Water Sports Industry, our Glass Bottom Kayak LED illuminated Night Tours are perfect for families, friends, large groups, or an unforgettable date night under the stars and moon!

St Pete’s only air conditioned Helicopter tours! Take off waterside from picturesque Albert Whitted airport in downtown St. Pete over the St. Pete Pier and soar to the west towards Treasure Island. Experience John’s Pass from a whole new angle before approaching the famous beachfront Don CeSar Resort. This tour will give you a birds-eye view of one of the top-ten most popular beaches in the world. The sand is a beautiful white, the marine life is plentiful, the barrier islands are pristine and the thrill of flying over it all is something you will never forget. You will return over the Pinellas Bayway. Don't forget your camera.

Jump aboard the Everglades 243 (bay boat) for an exciting day on the beautiful St.Pete/Tampa waters! Trips can be customized to you and your guests needs. We have optional Stand-Up Paddle Boards (2) that can be included as part of this trip. Additionally, we can add the "All-Inclusive" option where all food and drinks are included. Visit some our beautiful surround islands, this includes: Shell Key, Egmont Key, Passage Key and the John Pass area. Trips can be customized to your liking. Prepare for a great boating day no matter what areas we visit!

We offer the only sailing adventure in John's Pass! Enjoy a nice relaxing sail, of 2 hours, through the magnificent waters of Treasure Island and seeing dolphins. "Enterprise" is a US Coast Guard Inspected Passenger Vessel that can accommodate up to 12 passengers. She is a Morgan Out Island 41 Center Cockpit Ketch built in St Petersburg, Florida to serve in the charter trade. She is the one and only vessel designed and built by Charlie Morgan as a Coast Guard Inspected Vessel off the production line.

On this one hour Scenic Segway Tour of Downtown St. Petersburg which is located in the Historic District, you will be viewing 5 miles of endless parks and beautiful waterfront for most of this tour. Your guide will be pointing out and explaining all the local flora and fauna as well as some historical facts through your own personal headset receiver. If you are lucky perhaps a dolphin or manatee will be spotted on your tour. You will also be seeing where some wonderful museums, restaurants, bars and shops are located. As well as getting a feel of this vibrant city’s vibe all while riding on a Segway. You will receive a 20 minute hands on training prior to the tour. Each person will have a Segway i2, headset receiver, bottle of water, helmet and sunscreen provided. Strict 24 hour cancellation policy.

Experience St. Petersburg, Florida like never before on this educational and entertaining guided, small-group Segway nature tour. Learn about the Sunshine City’s nature and wildlife on a loop around the Tampa Bay seawall. See manatees and dolphins in their natural habitat. Visit the Sunken Gardens, a botanical paradise and St. Petersburg's oldest living museum and more. Guided Segway training, helmet and safety equipment, and bottled water are included. Dress in weather-appropriate clothes with flat, closed-toed shoes.

Outerlife Studios provides the #1 rated experiences in St. Petersburg. You will be immersed in a real world adventure designed to provide your team with an experience they will talk about for days. Located only 10 minutes from St. Pete Beach and a 20 minute drive from Tampa. We are in downtown St. Pete where all the action is!