Madeira Beach - Shell Key - Dolphins - Half Day Private Boat Tour
Overview
Best value at the beach. We are a family owned boat tour operator in Madeira Beach. We specialize in private boat tours to secluded sandbars and barrier island beaches. Along the way we'll see dolphins, local wildlife and beautiful waterfront homes. Once anchored at your beach of choice you can indulge in shelling, a leisurely beach walk and swimming in the clear blue waters. Your're welcome to bring your own snorkel equipment.
Our goal is to make you safe, comfortable and to have fun engaging in the activities you choose. It's going to be a special day you won't forget.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Floats and water toys
- Captain included with price
- Gas included with price
- Cooler and Ice
- Bring your own snorkel equipment if you like
Meeting Location
348 Boca Ciega Drive
Madeira Beach, FL 33708, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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John's Pass Village & Boardwalk (pass by)
Shell Key Preserve
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- The boat trip is a four hour excursion. The four hours includes the transport time
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Madeira Beach – Shell Key – Dolphins – Half Day Private Boat Tour?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-397388P2
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Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 23 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Bottled water.
- Floats and water toys.
- Captain included with price.
- Gas included with price.
- Cooler and Ice.
- Bring your own snorkel equipment if you like.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Madeira Beach - Shell Key - Dolphins - Half Day Private Boat Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Madeira Beach – Shell Key – Dolphins – Half Day Private Boat Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- Floats and water toys
- Captain included with price
- Gas included with price
- Cooler and Ice
- Bring your own snorkel equipment if you like
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- The boat trip is a four hour excursion. The four hours includes the transport time
