- What you'll do
- Relaxed evening sail as the sun goes down
- Best for
- Couples, families & special occasions
- You'll see
- Sunset colors, dolphins, seabirds
- Trip length
- 2–3 hrs (evening)
- Pace
- Pure relaxation
- Price
- $300–$600
Snorkeling Adventures in Tampa Bay and Anna Maria Island
Choose Your Snorkeling Adventure
Dive into an unforgettable underwater adventure with our customized snorkeling excursions in Tampa Bay and around Anna Maria Island. Explore crystal-clear waters, vibrant marine life, and pristine ecosystems at top snorkeling spots like Egmont Key and Passage Key.
From the shallow waters of Egmont Key, where tropical fish like snapper and sheepshead thrive, to the unique sandbars of Passage Key, each snorkeling spot offers something special. Swim among schools of colorful fish, search for sea turtles, and discover hidden treasures like shells and fossils.
What's Included
- Includes Mask, Snorkel and Fins for the entire boat.
- Bottled water and a cooler with ice (space available for personal food and drinks).
- Expert guides to ensure safety and fun.
- iFloat add-on for $25: a giant foam pad for lounging or playing in the water.
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3-Hour Snorkeling Trip
A quick yet unforgettable snorkeling adventure, perfect for families or groups who want to explore the vibrant waters of Egmont Key or Passage Key.
$ 450 up to 6 ($50/person more than 4) -
4-Hour Snorkeling Trip
Extend your exploration with more time to visit multiple snorkeling spots and enjoy the beauty of Tampa Bay's underwater world.
$ 550 up to 6 ($50/person more than 4) -
5-Hour Snorkeling Trip
A longer snorkeling experience that allows you to discover more secluded areas, see diverse marine life, and relax on local sandbars.
$ 650 up to 6 ($50/person more than 4) -
6-Hour Snorkeling Trip
The ultimate snorkeling adventure, offering ample time to explore Egmont Key, Passage Key, and other top spots.
$ 750 up to 6 ($50/person more than 4)
Where You'll Explore
- Egmont Key: A historic island with crystal-clear waters and vibrant marine life.
- Passage Key: A secluded sandbar perfect for snorkeling and shelling.
- Tropical fish species like snapper, sheepshead, and snook.
- Sea turtles gliding through the water.
- Occasional manatee sightings in the warmer months.
- Hidden treasures like shells and fossils on the seabed.
How This Excursion Compares
Still deciding? Here's how this trip stacks up against our other excursions.
| Sunset Cruise Unwind at golden hour — the most laid-back trip we run. | Wildlife Tour Get up close with Tampa Bay's wildlife — a hit with kids. | You're viewing Snorkeling Get in the water — snorkel gear included for the whole boat. | Island Cruise Build your own day — beaches, shelling & paddleboarding. | |
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| What you'll do | Relaxed evening sail as the sun goes down | Search for dolphins, manatees & sea turtles | Snorkel clear-water reefs & sandbars | Hop secluded islands & sandbars, fully customizable |
| Best for | Couples, families & special occasions | Families & first-time visitors | Active groups & adventurous families | Groups wanting a custom day on the water |
| You'll see | Sunset colors, dolphins, seabirds | Dolphins, manatees, turtles, shore birds | Tropical fish, turtles, Egmont & Passage Key | Egmont Key, Passage Key, sandbars & shelling spots |
| Trip length | 2–3 hrs (evening) | 3–6 hrs | 3–6 hrs | 3–6 hrs |
| Pace | Pure relaxation | Easygoing | Active | Mix of relaxing & active |
| Price | $300–$600 | $400–$700 | $450–$750 | $400–$700 |
| Explore Sunset Cruises | Explore Wildlife Tours | Book Now | Explore Island Cruises |
- What you'll do
- Search for dolphins, manatees & sea turtles
- Best for
- Families & first-time visitors
- You'll see
- Dolphins, manatees, turtles, shore birds
- Trip length
- 3–6 hrs
- Pace
- Easygoing
- Price
- $400–$700
- What you'll do
- Snorkel clear-water reefs & sandbars
- Best for
- Active groups & adventurous families
- You'll see
- Tropical fish, turtles, Egmont & Passage Key
- Trip length
- 3–6 hrs
- Pace
- Active
- Price
- $450–$750
- What you'll do
- Hop secluded islands & sandbars, fully customizable
- Best for
- Groups wanting a custom day on the water
- You'll see
- Egmont Key, Passage Key, sandbars & shelling spots
- Trip length
- 3–6 hrs
- Pace
- Mix of relaxing & active
- Price
- $400–$700
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