Private Boat Charter to Johns Pass Shell Key and Egmont Key
Overview
Cruise the beautiful waters of the Tampa Bay area on a private boat charter customized to your group. Explore popular destinations such as Shell Key, Egmont Key, and Johns Pass, where you can relax on white-sand beaches, search for seashells, watch for dolphins, or swim in the Gulf waters. With a knowledgeable captain at the helm, you can enjoy a stress-free day on the water while discovering some of the area's most scenic coastal locations. This private experience is exclusively for your group, providing a flexible and personalized adventure.
- Private boat charter exclusively for your group
- Visit Shell Key, Egmont Key, and Johns Pass
- Opportunities for dolphin spotting, swimming, and shelling
- Flexible itinerary led by a knowledgeable captain
What's Included
- Private Experience
- Boat Captain
- Cooler (can be provided upon request)
- Tips/Gratuity
Meeting Location
4630 29th Avenue South
Gulfport, FL 33711, 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
Step aboard your private charter and set off from Gulfport for a memorable day exploring Florida's Gulf Coast. Depending on conditions and your interests, visit Shell Key's unspoiled shoreline, discover the historic beauty of Egmont Key, or cruise through Johns Pass while enjoying coastal views. Keep an eye out for local wildlife, including dolphins, and take time to relax, swim, shell, or simply enjoy the scenery. A cooler can be provided upon request, allowing you to bring your favorite snacks and beverages for a comfortable experience on the water. This tour is private, ensuring a personalized outing tailored to your group.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Private Boat Charter to Johns Pass Shell Key and Egmont Key?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-188863P2
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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).
- Private Experience.
- Boat Captain.
- Cooler (can be provided upon request).
- Tips/Gratuity.
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 Private Boat Charter to Johns Pass Shell Key and Egmont Key is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- 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 Private Boat Charter to Johns Pass Shell Key and Egmont Key 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
- Private Experience
- Boat Captain
- Cooler (can be provided upon request)
- Tips/Gratuity
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
