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Island Boat Adventures

6800 Sushine Skyway Lane, St. Petersburg, FL 33712
727-871-2628
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Type: Boat Tours
Owner description: We offer daily excursions to Egmont Key Island. Egmont Key is a magnificent island just a few miles off shore at the mouth of Tampa Bay, in the lovely... more » Owner description: We offer daily excursions to Egmont Key Island. Egmont Key is a magnificent island just a few miles off shore at the mouth of Tampa Bay, in the lovely Gulf of Mexico. Accessible only by boat. Egmont Key is the GEM of the Bay Area and a Florida State Park. It is not to be missed on your vacation. Egmont Key's history dates back to the 1800's during the Spanish / American War era. Call and book your trip today for a truly memorable vacation experience and a fantastic day of Adventure and Excitement you will not soon forget. Just a few of the sights you may experience on your journey are pods of wild Bottlenosed Dolphins playing in their natural habitat, or a huge manatee gracefully swimming along side of the boat, stingrays, rolling Tarpon, numerous native birds, Gopher Tortoises, the Egmont Key Lighthouse, the soldier cemetary, and the ruins of old Fort Dade. It is our goal to provide a fun, affordable, memorable vacation experience in a safe environment that the whole family can enjoy. Call today for reservations. « less
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Orlando, Florida
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9 reviews 9 reviews
4 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 14, 2013 NEW via mobile

This was such an awesome boat ride! I have already recommended it to friends in the area. Overall great value and wasn't sure what to expect. I must say, this was absolutely amazing! Great boat, awesome captains, and beautiful views! The boat ride takes about an hour to Egmont Key. We had a great time snorkeling (all gear provided which... More

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Orlando, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 11, 2013

This was one of my Birthday presents and really wasn't sure what to expect in regards to the boat or the trip.The boat is docked at the Magnuson hotel and is very convenient for both parking and getting to from just about anywhere in the Tampa bay area. After passing through the hotel I was happy to see a great... More

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Rotterdam
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 4, 2013

After 2 weeks of sight seeing Florida, this was the best adventure we've done during the last days at the beaches, Nice and friendly people, and perfect sunny weather. Great locations and our son of 8 years old loves the snorkeling and the big shells he found at the Egmont beach. Highly recommended, perfect boat and saffety for all !!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 31, 2013 via mobile

Great equipment. Awesome crew. Very descriptive. Saw dolphins and birds, snorkeled, shelling and sight seeing. Highly recommend this adventure.

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Tulsa, Oklahoma
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 29, 2013

Half day trip for snorkeling out to Egmont Key. Boat ride was fun with good music and lots of conversation. Snorkeling was not good due to west wind making the water visibility bad. Egmont Key was pretty and fun to walk looking at all the ruins of the old military installation. Also, has beautiful white sand beach and the water... More

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Cincinnati, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2013

My family has been taking beach vacations for the past few years and each year we look for something boat/cruise oriented. This year I was looking for something that incorporated snokeling and Island Boat Adventures was PERFECT. Boating with Island Boat Adventures was what I was looking forward to the most and my expectations were met and exceeded. Since the... More

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Northport, Alabama
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2013

Wow what a wonderful time we had! Captain and Mate great guys. Was so much fun! Snorkeling and Egmont Key beautiful. Kudos!!!

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Springfield, Massachusetts
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013

Great crew, fun music on the way to the island. Stopped multiple times on the way to watch dolphins. I was a little apprehensive about the snorkeling part, but the crew was very helpful. They had many helpful tips to make the day more enjoyable. Fun watching the seagulls practically eating out of the crew's hand on the way back.... More

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NC
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013

Ok - you must add this to your "to-do" list while in the Tampa/St. Pete area. My Nephew (22 yrs) & I went on this excursion and had a GREAT time! The boat crew were so much fun and very experienced, so we felt 100% safe & relaxed. The island...oh-boy, we could have spent an extra 2 hours there -... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 via mobile

Took my girlfriend snorkelling for her birthday...she loved it. Boat was clean and inviting, Betty, Mike and Hans were great and the scenery at Egmont Key was beautiful. Saw about 15 dolphins on the trip there and back and got to snorkel around Egmont Key. It was a perfect day...will do again!

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